I am a big fan of anyone who can create art. Even though I love art, I am not talented enough in my own right to compare with anything that is worth anything.
There is one artist that I like to observe everyday. He can make the most vivid images. He uses a lot of nature in His works. You guessed it, it is God.
The images of the sunsets on my home page of this blog speaks volumes of His work. I love to see what He has in store for us each and every day. And the wonderful thing is that it doesn't just have to be at the end of the day, He likes to paint the skies in the morning also.
And He doesn't just stop there. We get the green of spring, the beautiful colors of flowers all summer long, the vibrant hues of fall leaves, and the brightness of white of the snow.
This morning He amazed me once more with a wonderous sight. Driving along the plowed fields of the country side, a heavy mist rose from the ground. It encased everything in a fairy tale vision. I know no one could never create that scene on any paper, but He blessed me with a memory that will linger in my mind forever.
Monday, March 7, 2011
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Education
I can see now why the state governments want to curtail the education system. The following is a post on my wall on Facebook. It is a conversation between my great nieces and some of their friends.
Brria, why u call me then not answer ur fone when I called back?? geez
lol cus u aint answe when i called....and whe u called i aint here it, and i didnt feel like callin back lol
nxt time i txt u, or call u bout sumtin u BETTA answer ASAP!!! lol
lol she is.
Now, I have to admit, it takes some brain power to figure out what this conversation is about, but I wonder if they really spell like that all the time or is this just something to impress each other.
I have never been one for short cuts on anything, especially writing and speaking. I think your communications skills speaks volumes about yourself. If you spend your life using short cuts in something as simple as talking and writing, what is going on in the rest of your life?
I am worried about the future of our country. Can you imagine the speeches made by our leaders if they write like that now? Soon we will be down to just consonants and no vowels. Let's get behind the education systems and help our young people take pride in their communication skills.
P.S. There is no lol (I detest that) in any of this.
Brria, why u call me then not answer ur fone when I called back?? geez
lol cus u aint answe when i called....and whe u called i aint here it, and i didnt feel like callin back lol
nxt time i txt u, or call u bout sumtin u BETTA answer ASAP!!! lol
lol she is.
Now, I have to admit, it takes some brain power to figure out what this conversation is about, but I wonder if they really spell like that all the time or is this just something to impress each other.
I have never been one for short cuts on anything, especially writing and speaking. I think your communications skills speaks volumes about yourself. If you spend your life using short cuts in something as simple as talking and writing, what is going on in the rest of your life?
I am worried about the future of our country. Can you imagine the speeches made by our leaders if they write like that now? Soon we will be down to just consonants and no vowels. Let's get behind the education systems and help our young people take pride in their communication skills.
P.S. There is no lol (I detest that) in any of this.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Sneeze comments
I would love to meet the person who first thought of the sneeze comments. Maybe they could explain the whole concept to me. I do not understand why you would have to fake sneeze so you can make a dumb comment about someone. Half the time I don't understand what the person is saying because I am looking at the person intently, trying to figure out why they would want to do that.
If you have something to say about someone, say it! If it is something that you think you should keep to yourself, keep it! Sneeze when you have a cold or something stuck in your nose. Talk when you have something to say. DO NOT COMBINE THE TWO!
Thank you (no sneeze)!
If you have something to say about someone, say it! If it is something that you think you should keep to yourself, keep it! Sneeze when you have a cold or something stuck in your nose. Talk when you have something to say. DO NOT COMBINE THE TWO!
Thank you (no sneeze)!
Friday, March 4, 2011
Sayings
In my lifetime I have come across many sayings that have touched me deeply. They are ones that stay in my heart and I bring them out when the world can seem like a dark place to be and it gives me light.
One of my favorites is: "Life is not measured by the breaths that we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." How true is this? I do not remember every minute of everyday, but I do remember my first kiss, the births of my children, and the smiles of my grandchildren.
Another one: "Wish, Hope, Dream. . . Make it Happen!" This one says a lot about trying. Never, never give up. God gave us wishes and dreams for a reason. Our lives would be pretty dull with out them.
Today I have a new saying. "Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain." When life hands you a bunch of "wet", just dance in it. You will feel a lot better and can lift your head and go on.
I am sitting here listening to Enya and want to wish you all the best of days. Go take a deep breath, do a little dreaming, and don't forget to dance!
One of my favorites is: "Life is not measured by the breaths that we take, but by the moments that take our breath away." How true is this? I do not remember every minute of everyday, but I do remember my first kiss, the births of my children, and the smiles of my grandchildren.
Another one: "Wish, Hope, Dream. . . Make it Happen!" This one says a lot about trying. Never, never give up. God gave us wishes and dreams for a reason. Our lives would be pretty dull with out them.
Today I have a new saying. "Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain." When life hands you a bunch of "wet", just dance in it. You will feel a lot better and can lift your head and go on.
I am sitting here listening to Enya and want to wish you all the best of days. Go take a deep breath, do a little dreaming, and don't forget to dance!
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Spring
I am sitting in my kitchen today, warming my hands on a nice hot cup of tea. Looking out my window I see my first sign of spring. There is a pair of robins hopping across my yard. It makes my heart soar.
I do love the change of the seasons. I love the winter and how beautiful it can become. I don't like trying to drive in snow and ice. I like to be able to walk out my door and not worry about falling and hurting myself. My sister fell this year on ice and is just now getting her "boot" off after eight weeks.
Spring has a very special place in the seasons. It is the new birth of the trees. The birds who left us last fall are coming home again. Soon the brown earth will be green and the soft breezes will blow through my open windows once more.
I will miss winter and look forward to seeing it back next year. But for now, I am watching my robin friends have their lively walk on my front yard.
I do love the change of the seasons. I love the winter and how beautiful it can become. I don't like trying to drive in snow and ice. I like to be able to walk out my door and not worry about falling and hurting myself. My sister fell this year on ice and is just now getting her "boot" off after eight weeks.
Spring has a very special place in the seasons. It is the new birth of the trees. The birds who left us last fall are coming home again. Soon the brown earth will be green and the soft breezes will blow through my open windows once more.
I will miss winter and look forward to seeing it back next year. But for now, I am watching my robin friends have their lively walk on my front yard.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Safe a Life
Are you a blood donor? That is one great way to safe a life. It doesn't cost much more than an hour of your time.
Are you an organ donor? That you can wait to do until after you die. Just make sure that your wishes are known. You can also be a living donor. You just need to be on a donor list.
Do you know CPR? You might be surprised how often that one comes in handy. I also keep asprin in my purse just in case someone needs one, in fact I had that happen a couple of years ago in a resturant. I was on my way out and a gentleman was on the floor at the entrance. A lady looked up at me and asked if I had any asprin. I got in my purse and handed them to her. Talk about being in the right place at the right time.
Are you a fireman or a police man? They safe lives all the time. My sons and husband helped safe a young lady the other night. It is a great feeling. Thank one a public servent when you see them. They need to know that we appreciate what they do.
Are you a service man or woman? If so, you not only safe our lives but people in other countries. You have my total respect and more thanks and love than you will ever know.
Safe a Life!
Are you an organ donor? That you can wait to do until after you die. Just make sure that your wishes are known. You can also be a living donor. You just need to be on a donor list.
Do you know CPR? You might be surprised how often that one comes in handy. I also keep asprin in my purse just in case someone needs one, in fact I had that happen a couple of years ago in a resturant. I was on my way out and a gentleman was on the floor at the entrance. A lady looked up at me and asked if I had any asprin. I got in my purse and handed them to her. Talk about being in the right place at the right time.
Are you a fireman or a police man? They safe lives all the time. My sons and husband helped safe a young lady the other night. It is a great feeling. Thank one a public servent when you see them. They need to know that we appreciate what they do.
Are you a service man or woman? If so, you not only safe our lives but people in other countries. You have my total respect and more thanks and love than you will ever know.
Safe a Life!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Flooding
We are experiencing a lot of flooding in our area due to the heavy rainfall and the melting snows. It is causing a lot of damage to homes and closing schools.
The thing with high water is to try to avoid getting caught in it, especially when driving in a car.
Last night my husband and sons, who are firemen, got called out to a rescue for a woman who tried to drive through high water and got swept down into a deep ditch full of water. The woman called in the problem, but couldn't get out of her car. She failed to put down her window and left her seat belt on. The firemen couldn't get the windows broken and once they did, had a hard time getting her out because of her seat belt. This put their lives in danger.
If you are ever caught in high water, take off your seat belt, put a window down so you can get out (the pressure of the water prevents you from opening the door), and if you have a cell phone ~ call 911. The best idea is to avoid high water all together.
Let's stay safe and help keep those rescuers safe also.
The thing with high water is to try to avoid getting caught in it, especially when driving in a car.
Last night my husband and sons, who are firemen, got called out to a rescue for a woman who tried to drive through high water and got swept down into a deep ditch full of water. The woman called in the problem, but couldn't get out of her car. She failed to put down her window and left her seat belt on. The firemen couldn't get the windows broken and once they did, had a hard time getting her out because of her seat belt. This put their lives in danger.
If you are ever caught in high water, take off your seat belt, put a window down so you can get out (the pressure of the water prevents you from opening the door), and if you have a cell phone ~ call 911. The best idea is to avoid high water all together.
Let's stay safe and help keep those rescuers safe also.
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