Sunday 18 January 2009

Be thankful for Blessings!
























Hi again! It has been a beautiful day; and until approx 5:00 ish pm, it was still light out, with a gorgeous clear 'sunset' type of sky. Now, it is nightfall; and I am thankful for the evening.

A couple of new 'Blessings' we are appreciative for!

When Alan took Blue out for his early morning walk, he came across a discarded plant (Amadeus?) as well as a beautiful large pottery plant pot in great condition. Both items had been 'left' as 'garbage' in our complex disposal area! However, they are found 'gifts' to us; much like our Charlie Brown Tree, which was and will continue to be our Christmas Tree! You can see the photo of our 'special' tree, taken today, in the later afternoon!

If you wish, you can refer to my January 11th post of 'Rest and Peace' for a tidbitz of background about our 'found treasure'. 'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder' is so true an expression! Also, 'what is not one man's treasure, may be somebody else's' or is it, 'what is one man's treasure, may not be someone else's'- whatever tid way you wish to look at it; or words to that bit effect. ( You can also read about 'Finding Treasures', in my May 28/08 post). I might add, the dear 'frogs' are both 'happily' indoors on our kitchen sink counter; and have been very useful as scrub / soap holders!

Our lovely neighbour and her houseguest came over; and we enjoyed the bittidz visit immensely; we hope to see him again - 'a lovely old guy' at age 86 yrs young; and totally 'spry and with it!' Methinks it is primarily 'genes' and a positive attitude that helps! May we be like this enthusiastic chap, who is very much 'young at heart', when we reach his age! He used to be a strong skier; however he and his wife were in a car accident some 10 years ago. She unfortunately died from the major mishap; and he has had to continue bravely on without her. However, he is a delight! He is welcome here anytime!

'John' (his name) is looking for a companion dog (preferably a Lab); as he just recently lost his dog. Our Blue took an 'instant shine' to him. You can tell, who is a 'dog lover' (or a cat, bird, horse, fish etc); and if we go on a vacation (not a priority at this time for us; although we know there are good savings etc), we perhaps could call upon him to 'dogsit' and / or even 'housesit with our Blue'. Perhaps, it might be a nice bittid change for him, every once in awhile. Although, our neighbour has put a strong bid in for Blue to care for him, if we are out of town. So, we are fortunate for these tidbit 'Blessings' as well.

Here are two more pictures taken today; showing Blue, 'comfy comfy' at the top of our stairs (our computer is in the background; as in a 'treehouse' environment); and the 1865 ish Mahogany Victorian Armoire,(to the right of our computer) that Alan and I gave each other for our wedding 'gift', six years ago!(made mention of this awesome Armoire in a some past posts if you wish to check). How the years have flown by; and they have been good years; regardless of what challenges / experiences there were, and are currently lying ahead of us in these uncertain times.

We are going to savour 'Beef Wellington' (frozen meals from 'M & M'); and a Caesar salad, Alan's 'Scottish mashed potatoes', and a glass of our South African red wine; thus another evening of International cuisine! The 'Beef Wellington' are smelling delicious throughout our home!

Tomorrow and this week are looking to be pretty full; however, we are going to enjoy this evening; in fact, each and every day as it comes. Any worries, fears, doubts, whatever, we are leaving it ALL to Him to Provide Solution. I have shared that in several posts; and there is TRUTH, in Relying always upon Him and being daily Guided by Him; as 'He IS the Way, the Truth, and the Light!' Today's programs on the Vision Channel were / are illuminating!

Tidbit - Be genuinely grateful for each and every moment, of each and every day. 'Praise Him In ALL Things'.

Bittid - Appreciate your simple 'Blessings'. As mentioned in a recent post, we have much to be thankful for; as there is always someone (or people) who is / are in a worse situation, somewhere in the world! Pray for compassion, empathy, humility, and understanding etc!

Hope you had / or are having a nice R & R Sunday.

Good Night and God Bless.

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