'Lost and now found'

Good Evening,

You would not think that it is 'spring' outdoors; as it has been a very dark rainy day. Eventhough it has been a quiet day, we have managed to attend to some bittidz matters; which will be mushrooming over til tomorrow.

Alan has created another wonderful tidbitz soup! For those of you, who like tomato soup, here goes! It has been simmering on our stove and it smells delicious! Perfect for a miserable night like tonight!

Alan's Tomato Soup! Tasty and Economical Too!

2 tins of tomato soup, plus 2 tins water
1 large can of diced tomatoes, with juice
1 cup of chopped up celery
1 TBSP diced onion
1/2 tsp garlic
1/2 tsp rosemary
1/2 tsp sage
pinch of Bouguet Garni (mixture of herbs - rosemary, sage, oregano, chervil, thyme, sweet basil, that type of thing)
dash of salt & pepper

We had some Campbell Soups in our cupboard, and this is a great way of using up left over or older veggies. ie celery, onion, whatever. I prefer the seasoning salt, as methinks, it is healthier for one's bit intake, than regular table salt. Also, you can add more water, if you wish.

Looking forward too, to the tid season, when we will be savouring our own fresh grown herbs and bit cherry tomatoes from our patio garden produce! Love the above photo image!

I checked into 'Hour of Power' website a short time ago! John Maxwell and Michael Franzese were Dr. Robert Schuller's guests. Their stories were enlightening! John C. Maxwell just published another one of his inspirational books, 'The Dream Journey of Joseph 1 - How to Go from a Believer to a Buyer'. Those of you who have dreams, this is an excellent and empowering resource!

Michael Franzese also gave a illuminating message; and his book ' I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse' tells about his life and how he discovered Jesus Christ. Here is a bittid of background. "Michael Franzese (MF) was once the target of multiple city, state and federal law enforcement agencies. He was the mafia's youngest and most financially powerful new superstars - the son of legendary Colombo family underboss John "Sonny" Franzese. His criminal empire earned six to eight million dollars a week, making him one of the biggest money earners for organized crime since Al Capone. Today, Michael is a changed man and is using his life lessons to help others. He has a new book entitled, I'll Make You an Offer You Can't Refuse."

I heard him speak and here is his reply of encouragement, to Dr. Schuller's closing question.

RHS: "And look at those people. If you have one or two things to say to them, I would like to hear you say 'let me tell you something.'"

MF: "Let me tell you this: for those people out there, I know everybody's struggling with something. And I always tell people no matter how far you think you've fallen away from the Lord, no matter how bad you think your life was and how unworthy you might be, that the ground at the foot of the cross certainly is level and if God can save and use somebody like me, then there's certainly hope for anyone out there. And I encourage everybody to just make Jesus your best friend and you've got it made."

Tidbit - Michael Franzese was 'FOUND'; and GOOD on him and for the awesome changes he has made in his life; and for all those he has empowered to do the same! Remember the Biblical story about the one 'lost sheep?' ie There were 100 sheep; 99 were 'saved'; and one was 'lost'. God went to find the one that was lost; to make it 'found' The Lord comes for the 'lost'. (ie. For the downtrodden, the weak, the poor in spirit etc; as opposed for the healthy, the saved etc). However, Jesus Christ wants us all 'to be found'; so that we can be in His Kingdom.

Bittid - Appreciate listening / reading the experiences / stories of others. More often than not, there is always something positive to learn! In this regard, both John Maxwell and Michael Franzese have / are wonderfully impacting many people, with their steadfast FAITH in Jesus Christ.

Here is the website for the 'Hour of Power' - www.hourofpower.org. for pursuit of knowledge; ie 'Seek and Ye Shall Find'.

Am now going to enjoy 'Alan's Tomato Soup'; along with some 'croutons' (Costco herb seasoned ones) thrown on top, as a tid garnish.

Good Night and God Bless.