Memorial Day

Memorial Day is supposed to be a day when we remember what brave men and women have done to protect our nation in times of war. We are blessed beyond belief to be Americans. Many of our relatives, children and grandchildren are dispatched around the world fighting to preserve freedom. But the vast majority are not serving in the military, either by personal choice or because they are too young, and they need to understand the significance of the sacrifices made on their behalf. Take a few minutes now to remember those who gave their lives to protect and defend our freedom.

"God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him"  Romans 5:8-9

I would like to now tell you about the greatest sacrifice made in the history of mankind.

Jesus of Nazareth, gave His life on the Cross so that men and women could be free from sin, and judgment, and Hell. This is the greatest sacrifice anyone ever made for mankind. The Son of God was arrested, beaten, mocked and thrashed. They spit on His face, and beat Him over the head with sticks of wood. And then they nailed His hands and feet to a Cross. As His life-Blood poured out through those wounds, He prayed, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do" Luke 23:34.                

                                  He did all of that for you !

What can you do to honor him?

Read the bible and learn accordingly from the word.

“And it shall be, that whosoever shall call on the name of the Lord shall be saved(Acts 2:21).

“And Peter said unto them, Repent ye, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:38).

Mothers Dictionary of meanings

With Mothers Day coming up I thought this was appropriate.

Mother's Dictionary of Meanings
Dumbwaiter: One who asks if the kids would care to order dessert.
Feedback: The inevitable result when the baby doesn't appreciate the strained carrots.
Full Name: What you call your child when you're mad at him.
Grandparents: The people who think your children are wonderful even though they're sure you're not raising them right.
Hearsay: What toddlers do when anyone mutters a dirty word.
Independent: How we want our children to be for as long as they do everything we say.
Puddle: A small body of water that draws other small bodies wearing dry shoes into it.
Show Off: A child who is more talented than yours.
Sterilize: What you do to your first baby's pacifier by boiling it, and to your last baby's pacifier by blowing on it and wiping it with saliva.
Top Bunk: Where you should never put a child wearing Superman jammies.
Two-Minute Warning: When the baby's face turns red and she begins to make those familiar-grunting noises.
Whodunit: None of the kids that live in your house.

The way my family and garden grows: Salad in a Jar

The way my family and garden grows: Salad in a Jar: 1 Corinthians   10:31  So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. One of my resent goals is to lose ...

A cheerful spirit

A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

Proverbs 15:13

For the poor, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.

Proverbs 15:15 NLT

Faith, hope and love, these three but the greatest of these is love.

Corinthians 13:13

Happiness means something different to each individual. Material things, love, people and places. Take the time to learn to appreciate everything and try not to get attached to anything. Because it can change in a blink of an eye.

Turn off the TV, watching to much makes you hunger for more possessions, and fuels discontentment. Get outside, enjoy some nature, smell the flowers, start a garden, walk the dog. God has made a wonderful world. Getting outside can increase your productivity, happiness, and health.

Eat wisely. Did you know different foods can act as antidepressants, Some help relieve stress, and actually put you in a better mood. Sweets and simple carbs, like white rice and white bread, quickly raise blood sugar they flood you with insulin, and then drop you in a hole. Try a diet rich in grains/starches, dried beans and peas, fruit, and vegetables in order to get carbohydrates for muscle energy. Don't skimp on protein either, which is necessary for muscle growth and repair. Additionally, include some fat for satiety and healthy skin.

It is normal to have small amounts of sadness or depression, choose to redirect your attention to the positive, your serotonin levels increase along with your mood. Exercise is extremely good at improving depressive symptoms and increasing mood. Try to change yourself instead of focusing on changing the world.  Have some fun. Thinking with a positive attitude feels better than thinking with a negative one.  Have you noticed positive people are happy people. So look on the bright side.

Follow your heart.  Choose a career in a field that makes you happy, because you will be happier in all areas of your life. Take some courses to improve yourself in that field or interest. Having a solid belief in one's own abilities increases life satisfaction and makes us  happier both in our home lives and in our work lives.

Try to get enough sleep. It’s funny how some of us wake up each and every day feeling that whatever they have is what makes them happy. No matter what type of hardships you have to endure, try to overcome them and believe every day is another opportunity for happiness. Everyone in this world has something that makes them happy.

Think about what makes you happy.  I'm happy!

Until next time

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6Sxv-sUYtM
Pharrell Williams Happy

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You fuel your annual clean sweep with equal parts elbow grease and affordable cleaning supplies. But what if purchasing those products could fuel more than just your spring cleaning? Yeah for 4X fuel points! As a Bzz Agent I got cleaning and paper products at a discount, and saved money on my gas with 4x the fuel points!

How do you define yourself

Psalm 139:13-16 

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place. When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body. All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.

I am a child of God, I am a daughter, mother, sister,aunt, grandma & friend. I am hardworking, compassionate, a front office assistant & loving person. I am Donna Lee Thomas Coffey.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PdLIerfXuZ4      

The Who "Who are you?"

"Who are you?"

If someone asked who are you, what would you say? Of course you would give your name. What if they asked how do you see yourself? We each identify with many different factors in our life.

Do you identify yourself by your job, family relationship, race, politics, age, your health or physical appearance, schooling, your abilities or disabilities? Your religious belief? What if one of these changed? Would that change who you are? I think outward appearances and circumstances do change. To figure out who you are I think looking within yourself helps to define yourself.

1 Peter 2:9 "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness in to his wonderful light".

1 Samuel 16:7 - But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.

Until next time

Salad in a Jar

1 Corinthians 10:31 So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.

One of my resent goals is to lose weight. Here is an idea I had. Salad in ajar.

Everything stays separate and dressing-free until you toss the salad together in the bowl — never eat another soggy lunch salad. Even better , with the lid sealed tightly these salads last for days in the fridge so we can make a week's worth of lunches ahead of time. . If you're making salads with soft ingredients or perishable proteins, like avocados, tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, or cooked chicken breast, wait to add those ingredients until the day that you plan to eat the salad

Here’s how you do it.

1) Gather your ingredients. (jars, salad dressing, raw vegetables, fresh and dried fruit, nuts, cheese, and salad greens)

2) You start by layering the ingredients.

a) salad dressing (adding first helps you avoid sogginess)

b) Hard vegetables (celery, carrots, cucumbers, red and green peppers.

c) Cheese only if eating that day.

d) Salad Greens

1. Screw the lid on the jar and refrigerate for up to 5 days. If you're including any cheese, proteins, or soft fruits and vegetables, add these to the top of the jar the morning you plan to eat your salad.
2. When ready to eat, unscrew the lid and shake the salad into the bowl. The action of shaking the salad into the bowl is usually enough to mix the salad with the dressing. If not, toss gently with a fork until coated.

• Until next time