Being genuinely THANKFUL

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

Am on the mend (a mini flu bug - not the Swine Flu); and eventhough we have recently been 'laying low', we have taken care of a few bittidz matters. Our tidbitz garden of colourful flowers and fresh produce are healthily thriving! Plus, there are hummingbirds, finches, chickadees, robins, bluejays,(& other bird species), dragonflies, beautiful butterflies, bumble bees, etc that are partaking in the garden festivities as well.

We are usually in and out of town for a good part of the summer. However, we will not be going away this summer, as we have a number of priorities / projects to attend to. That being said, we are appreciating our home all the more; as well as enjoying all the blooms and the 'fruits of our garden'. At the appropriate time, when there is something to 'celebrate', we will reward ourselves with a wonderful vacation in a warm and sunny clime!

Today is cooler and overcast; looks as if it might even rain. It has been a very dry June and July; and there have been a number of forest fires throughout our province. No complaints about the gorgeous weather we have been receiving; however, a good dose of rain would certainly go a long way.

Also today is an extra special day for us. Our 'pup' Blue is five years young (35 years for a dog); my daughter and her husband met on this day, and a year later, her husband proposed; and last but not least, my niece & nephew are twelve years old today as well.

Received in the mail (no coincidences here, folks), a letter from Joyce Meyer's Ministry, which says, "Never Give Up". That is an endorsing 'tidbit' to us all, methinks. Alan and I have been working on various projects and on our journey, we have experienced many delays, disappointments, obstacles, etc; yet we believe (as per Joyce's comments) that 'He's promised that He'll NEVER GIVE UP on us'. Also, as Joyce says, "The truth is that you are never a failure...unless you give up". Here is her encouraging 'Enjoying Everyday Life' website - www.joycemeyer.org for those of you who would like a tid of 'Never Give Up' enlightenment today and for all other days. Or, you may know of others who would be a bittid appreciative of her insights and uplifting messages.

The photos are of our actual barbecue (you can refer to 'Tis the Season' post of July 20th for a bit of info, if you wish); and a tidbit of our garden herbs & veggie patch.

Tidbit - There is ALWAYS a way! - No matter what! ASK Him to carry your burdens. He DOES. Simply INVITE Him into your heart; and He will NEVER leave you. Best you check into Joyce's website; she is right 'bittid' on! A big thank you to Him and to Joyce! Her letter was / is a major Blessing to us today! THANK YOU!

Bittid - Best to be genuinely appreciative of your Blessings; and, to be joyfully confident in Him to Guide your way and Provide all Solutions. 'Praise Him In ALL Things'.

Peace and God Bless.