Peaceful and joyful thoughts!

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

It has been a really nice day; have enjoyed it immensely. Inasmuch as we watched a couple of movies into the wee hours of the morning, we 'slept in' til 9:30! Even our Blue slept in! We are totally relieved it is Saturday; and, that it is the weekend; and we are simply 'chilling out'. As mentioned in previous posts, it has been a rather 'gruelling' few weeks; however, we have Relied upon Him to Guide us through the various tidbitz challenges. Today, we are giving Him Thanks for having Helped us through the bittidz obstacles.

In yesterday's post, I wrote of 'uncluttering' thoughts etc. Well, this morning, I puttzed about with my cup of coffee (my morning elixir!) and, 'rearranged' our bookshelf in our den / TV / family room a bittid; and it is far less cluttered. We had to go out to do some tidbit errands; and now we are home to enjoy the rest of the weekend. I had written sometime ago, about a couple of 'consignment' shops. Well, I received a bit of money for a couple of tid cosmetic jewellry ensembles that sold (not much money; but $15.00 is $15.00). I also had a 'tulip' delicate white necklace; which I retrieved; thinking I will enjoy that piece. I guess when I went through all the pieces, I was 'on a roll'; and that unique item 'somehow' found its way into the merchandise to be sold. I have a pair of earrings that match it; and they just need a simple repair.

Our digital camera's memory stick was 'full'; so when I took our camera in to London Drug's Photo Centre, I learned a bittid more how to operate the technology. The young man who helped me was very pleasant; and his name was also 'Alan'. He is of Chinese descent; and he is delighted with the spelling of his name; ie the one 'L'. I jokingly suggested that he might have a Scottish ancestor! He laughed and we had a good kibitz. Plus, I picked up Manila legal size file folders (100 in bulk; a more economical buy); which will greatly assist us in 'decluttering' piled up paperwork.

Also, went to the Dollar Store; and they offer such wonderful prices. Found a bunch of vividly coloured serviettes; which will 'dress up' our patio placemats / plates. Last but not least, we visited the Liquor store; and came home with some Rum. Alan has just made me a 'Margarita' and it is hitting the spot! Depending on how many you wish to enjoy and per measuring instructions, simply add your Rum, Tequila, and the Margarita Mix, chopped ice, and throw it all in the blender. It is very tasty; particularly on a warm day and when one is 'on holiday'. We are taking a 'mini vacation' in our garden; and getting into practice for 'Zihua!'- which we hope to be later this year; once we have certain matters behind us.

We are not able to get away this summer; as we have had / have still some major matters to attend to. But, that is fine; because, we are appreciating our fresh home grown produce and beautiful flowers all the more! We are not generally here for parts of the summer; so we tend to miss out on the beginning yield of the 'fruits of the harvest'; so this is an extra 'treat' to our spirits! All that I have just shared, are 'Blessings', and I am grateful for them all and then some!

Tonight, we will enjoy barbecued corn (barbecue 15 - 20 minutes approx with husks on; let them soak in water for about 10 minutes, trim the edges, and voila!) and chicken. The chicken pieces have been marinating in a honey barbecue sauce (from Costco). Plus some roasted baby red potatoes (seasoned with thriving dill from our garden); and a green salad (Boston butter lettuce, cucumber, parsley, garlic chives, also from our garden). Now that I think about it, we purchased a 'family pack' of chicken breasts from Costco; and they are very handy to freeze in pairs, pull / thaw out when needed for meals. We will barbecue four pieces; and that will 'stretch' our repas; as I can toss the leftovers into a scrumptious Caesar salad for tomorrow's dinner. Also, 'red' potatoes are healthier than white potatoes re: cholestorol, so it is said. We will also savour a glass (or two!) of South African red wine (very good for the arteries!). The day has been gorgeous; so our dinner will be a relaxing ambience; spent in our garden retreat! My July 20th post, 'Tid the Season', shares an appealing recipe for 'Leftovers'; so methinks that would also be a good choice recipe to turn to!

Tomorrow, I look forward to watching the Vision Channel. ie 'Hour of Power' (Cr. Robert Schuller - www. hourofpower.org); 'Enjoying Everyday Life' (Joyce Meyer - www.joycemeyer.org); and 'Living Truth' (www.livingtruth.ca). All being well, we would LOVE to visit the Holy Land in November, 2010, with Charles Price's Ministry. The magnificent trip is being advertised presently to all those interested. We are! However we currently have pressing matters / priorities at home; before we can book such an awesome and breathtaking trip! To both Alan and I, this would be a FANTASTIC journey; from a historical and a spiritual perspective. Will keep you posted!

Tidbit - 'Best laid plans of mice and men'. It is HOW positively proactive you are, when handling disappointments / unexpected bittid moments that come your way. If you CHEERFULLY 'make the best of things', to turn the situation into an upbeat scenario, (Relying totally Upon Him), the lesson / outcome is always a better one. In our case, we are happily and peacefully taking the 'time out' to reflect upon all that has occured; and we THANKFULLY TRUST His Purpose; which is always for the best!

Bittid - ENJOY each day! SMILE more often! My Dad always said, 'Laugh and the world laughs with you. Weep and You Weep alone'. (He was right!) In a closing tidbit, 'Be of CONFIDENCE, of COURAGE, and of GOOD CHEER'; KNOWING, that Jesus Christ is your strongest ADVOCATE in EVERYTHING! He LOVES us all.

The two photos are of our lush Queen Elizabeth Climbing Pink Rose; and of our hanging basket (Fuchsia Begonia, Orange Trailing Mimulus, 2 geraniums, and tiny white flowering lovely Bacopa) If you wish, a tidbit of info, you can refer to my post of 'Garden Blessings!' of May 18/09.. Will share a bittid picture of our front door hanging basket some other time; as it has more robust foliage, than the identical one shown, which is from our back patio.

Peace and God Bless.




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