Blessings of encouragement

Good Evening!

That sad news about our friend is 'numbing'; she is not that much older than us. Well, maybe some ten or fifteen years; but that is still pretty young to pass away, methinks!

Eventhough, it is still 'raining buckets', it is soothing! We are enjoying the cooler air; as well as gently 'pacing ourselves' for tomorow's full day.

Earlier, took a few more tidbitz photos of our 'puppy' Blue ('His Royal Highness'). As you can see, he is not wearing his collar and his blue kerchief. As it had been so warm, with temperatures soaring over 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the last several days, we thought it best to release him from his collar and scarf. Our blue-eyed Blue, appears to appreciate the 'freedom', as well as the comfort of not having anything around his neck. He is on 'holiday'.

Tidbit - When you feel weary, sad, or whatever, just turn to Him (Christ) and Ask Him to uplift you and carry ALL your burdens. He DOES; and you feel much better!

After that particular Prayer to Him, I was immediately 'encouraged' to pursue taking some more pictures of Blue and of our bittid floral balcony! Blue went through many funny antics before I was able to take the snapshots. LOL! Pets are great, aren't they? They do provide so much; including laughter! It is often said, and I agree, that 'elderly people' are 'cheered up' by having a pet around them.

It is tragic about my friend; and if her time is, indeed, up, we accept it. There is comfort in knowing, that she will be safe in His Hands; and will be at eternal peace. Am thankful too, of our good friendship over the years. We did not see each other often; but when we did, it was like 'yesterday'.

Bittid - If your body is saying to 'rest' a bittidz, listen to your body; particularly, if you are experiencing some 'R & R vacation time'. Or if you are not on holiday, take a bit of time to take a 'breather'; possibly 'slow down' even. When you are not 'running on a treadmill' (and I am not meaning an actual machine); it is very important to 'take a tid pause'. This also brings you in a 'closer' relationship with Him; as He has your attention.

You may also wish to tune into 'Enjoying Everyday Life' (Joyce Meyer - www.joycemeyer.org); as she shared about 'Eliminating Emotional Stress' in yesterday's televised program on the Vision Channel. Will be touching upon some of her inspirational insights at a later time. In fact, I will be a 'sponge', and listen again to her wonderful message which, pertains to enjoying a better quality of life. ie Slowing down, taking a rest, which is conducive to a happier and healthier lifestyle; which Christ wants us all to enjoy! Joyce also shares a revelation: 'Do less (if you are too stressed, busy etc) and do what you do, with a different attitude'. Plus, when you embrace Him, His Holy Spirit comes to live within you, and you change for the better. ie You are healthier and happier; regardless of all daily trials and tribulations that come your way. In fact, they decrease, as you are able to 'maintain a high level of being joyful' or words to that effect from Joyce.

Writing of stress, my Dad died of stress (Wrote 'A Tribute to my Dad', in my post of April 30/07, as well as sharing more in April 30/08 & April 30/09). He had lost his voice, due to throat cancer; however, he was able to scribble down shortly before he passed away, a note to me that said: 'STRESS KILLS'. I have never forgotten those two words; I still have the note. Unfortunately, the cancer ultimately attacked his lymph nodes and that was it.

Just received some 'good' news. A short time ago, we returned a defective knee wrap. Alan was using the wrap; but had to put it aside several months ago, because it was not adhering to the material; hence not staying up on his knee. Nonetheless, we thought it best that the marketing group should have it back; if nothing else, to examine the possibility of a defect, as to assist them in future products. We are being sent a new one; that is an unexpected lovely surprise, as well as a good will gesture on their part.

The bit expression: 'It never rains, but it pours' may very well be happening tomorrow; so we are appreciative of this 'quiet' lull we have today.

Have been enjoying a 'spritzer' of South African white wine that Alan brought to me; and in a bit, we will be savouring Alan's 'creative' pizza for dinner. We may appreciate also, a tid glass of red wine (South African)as an accompaniment with our repas.

Here is wishing you Peace and SKAL!

God Bless.