Happy Valentine's Day!

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

Today is Valentine's Day; so here is wishing you all a 'Happy Valentine's Day!'

It would appear that this 'flu' bug is hanging on a tid longer; so Alan and I are taking a bit of recooperative time out. We are all the more appreciative of our Blessings, as well as each other. To me, Alan is a 'Valentine' everyday; 'just because'... and he treats me royally!

Eventhough we do not have much of an appetite, Alan is going to cook up the marinated steak (from Costco) as it has been marinating for the past few days. The tidbit expression: 'Waste not, want not', applies; and my Mum used to say that often to me, when I was a child! We will also look forward to enjoying sandwich leftovers for tomorrow's evening meal.

Writing of 'Mums,' Alan's Mum passed away from cancer, three years ago today. I remember thinking that she died on Valentine's Day; and when she was alive, she was loved by all who knew her. So, Valentine's Day is all the more a special day to remember her, methinks.

Interestingly enough, Alan recently found some tidbitz cards, with Scriptures of encouragement, that His Mum used to avidly collect, as a Christian warrior in His Service. ie. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 - "Two are better than one...if one falls down, his friend can help him up." That was the type of wonderful person, Alan's Mum was. The 'warm and fuzzy friendly' picture on this bittidz card, is of two adorable golden retriever puppies, each propping each other up! Cute!

Eventhough we have had a rather 'quiet day', we are grateful for this bittid of rest. 'He is our Refuge and Strength'; and we are totally thankful for His Omnipresence and Omnipotence. We have also made a few inquiries about certain matters; and now it is simply a matter of leaving everything to Him to Direct our Path. ie. "He IS the WAY, the TRUTH, and the LIGHT."

Tidbit - Have said it before. If everything appears to be overwhelming, simply turn everything over to Him. Ask Him to carry your burdens. Amazing how uplifted you feel.

Bittid - Also have mentioned, 'The Truth sets you free.' Know that He is there for you; just let Him Provide the Solution and rely not upon your own understanding.

I love the Proverbs 3:5-6. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart. And lean not upon your own understanding. In all your ways, acknowledge Him and He will Direct your path."

Well, am going to go and see what I can do to help with dinner (LOL!); eventhough Alan is preparing all the accompanying tidbits. Also Alan and I will be doing an 'Absent Friends' toast at dinner tonight to Alan's Mum.

An 'Absent Friends' Toast is a Norwegian custom, whereby one raises their glass. as in a 'Skal' to honour those who are not here. It is not restricted to just those who have passed away. It can also be for those who are away, or in the service, or wherever their travels may take them. It is a very thoughtful and kind gesture; and I always feel bittids of 'goosebumps' whenever I initiate or join in such a meaningful toast!

Alan just poured me a glass of red wine (Frontera, a delicious Merlot from Chile); so here is a toast / Skal to 'Absent Friends.' Perhaps you have 'Valentines' who are not able to be with you today; so please feel free to raise your glasses; and 'Skal to Absent Friends.'

I love the 'TLC' photo image!

Peace and God Bless.