My Dad loved Roses

Good Afternoon, or whatever is the best greeting to you, in your part of the world!

So far, the day has been most 'eventful'. To tid a bit, our Blue woke me up, his paws set on our bed, to go 'outdoors' for a bit of a tid. Fine; and that was the 6:15 am start to my day!

Much has been accomplished today! Phone calls, emails, conferences, the works!

To tidbitz a bit, we watched a movie, 'The Karate Kid' last night; and there were interesting lessons learned by the young student and the 'old' next door neightbour, who was a 'master of the arts'. Then there was the Part 2 of 'The Karate Kid'; and inasmuch as that was going to end at 3:00 am (our time); I did not watch that sequel. However, I look forward to enjoying the Part 2, at another time! Perhaps, you have seen the movie(s)? It basically had to do with CONFIDENCE; and the fact that the young man was taking a 'stand' against 'bullies'. And the 'karate teacher' of the 'bullies', was a 'nasty piece of work'; and wanted to instill in his students, the 'anger' he felt towards others. Real life lessons to be observed. There may also be a few members / relatives of Alan's 'family clan', closeby and abroad, whose ears may be reached by my posts. Let us Pray that their hearts are touched as well by Him; if they have not been already!

Tidbit - The above is a spiritual comparison to the 'bullying' self serving tactics the 'siblings' have undertaken thus far, against Alan. Will share the TRUTH, when it is illuminated it its FULL GLARE!!! The TRUTH, always surfaces; as, He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Light.

We also watched the classic movie, "Zulu!" That was extremely well portrayed; and the movie production, was dated from 1964! (an oldie, but goodie!) It was Michael Caine's first appearance in an acting role, The story and how magnificently it ended, touched my heart; as well as the breathtaking African countryside!

Bittid - Once again, 'take a stand' and defend what is 'right'. FAITH, also played / plays a large part of the success on the 'battlefield'. Perhaps, you can read between the lines; and KNOW, He is our Advocate! AND, He has already WON the battle! We take a joyful and calm comfort in that message.

In closing, my Dad died 10 years ago; hard to believe that the time has gone by as quickly! I did a Tribute to Him in my blog, of April 30/07, if you care to read it. We miss him; but at the same time, we know he is in a happy place, called Heaven. The above photo image, is of the 'Queen Elizabeth Rose'; my Dad loved that particular rose; and, I do as well! "Skal, Dad! Here is to Absent Friends". 'Absent Friends', is a Norwegian custom, hence toast; that remembers those that are not with us; either by their passing, or just not being present at the time.

God Bless.