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Etta Sue, I was just sitting here not one hour ago reading one of Phillip Keller's books!  He was a friend of my cousin who lives in Alberta.  What a wonderful man he was and he sure knew all about sheep and dogs.

The book I was reading is entitled, "Songs of My Soul".

I found out this evening that Kitty's husband, Bob, has had a stroke.  She called me this morning and cancelled out for the movie.  Bob has been down since Saturday evening and Bob is normally a very active...almost hyper person.  No energy, no appetite and a extremely painful headache.  He told her last evening that if he wasn't better today, he would go to the emergency room.  He did go to the doctor Tuesday and was told he had a sinus infection but Kitty thought it was worse than that.  I explained to her that if Bob wouldn't go to the ER on his own, to call 911.  He was having some memory loss also.  I tried to call a little after 3 and there was no answer.  Then this evening around 8 p.m. their daughter called me from Methodist where Jerry was with both of his strokes.  Bob is to have another CAT scan tomorrow and from that they will determine what they will do.  So keep my friends, Bob and Kitty and their family in your prayers. 

Ivalou invited me over for pizza tonight but her A/C isn't working right.  So I told her to bring it over here and we would have a pizza party here.  She did and we did!!  So much better enjoying it with someone else. 

I mowed today so now I am done until after the weekend. 

I will be going with Judy to her doctor appointment in the morning but Bernice's doctor called and cancelled for tomorrow but I will take her to her appointment Friday at noon. 

Marilyn ~ I got my PSP X today.  Really a great program for photos.  Seems to be geared more for photo fixing than creating graphics.

Pat ~ I really don't know Phillip Keller.  I go to a website that has Daily Christian Quotes for my quotes.  I try to find one that kind of fits the devotion. 

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Happy Birthday, Etta Sue!

I hope your day will be one to make you feel as special and as loved as you are.  I know I love to read your posts and see what you're up to.  I like seeing what new graphic you will bring.   You are such a major part of CP and so appreciated.

Welcome Loren.  Always nice to see new people come in.

I had a nice day.  I went to a prayer meeting and that started my day right.  Later I bathed Rocko, did some weedeating, etc.  Not a busy day, but it felt like I got things done.

Al, my daughter said the same thing to me today.  She'd heard we were supposed to have a long hard winter.  Hmmmm.  And then
Eddie, you said:

We have one maply tree in the neighborhood that turns a pretty red well before any others even start to turn.  It hasn't turned yet.  But when it does it is an early warning signal that winters on its' way.

And that brings me back to what Al said, because I have a Maple too, and it is deep red and burgandy now.  If I look at that, I guess it's saying that winter is on the way.  I'm hoping Fall takes its leisurely time in making its yearly departure.

It seems strange with my grandson gone.  Less work, but somehow there's an empty spot.  I know I'll get used to it soon.  He's coming back Friday to get more of his things, so I'll see him then.

I watched a thing on TBN of all the things Samaritan's Purse is doing in the areas Katrina hit.  Did anyone else see that?  The church has really become the hands of Jesus.  I've heard that Oregon will get 1000 evacuees.  They'll come to Portland, and then different churches, families, and charity organizations will provide until they are able to take care of themselves.  I haven't heard if any families will be coming to my area.

Larry, I pray you are rested and feeling better when you wake up in the morning.

blessings, nita

Good Monring Friends ... Today I thought that I would do something a bit different & so I hope that you will enjoy this what I am going to share with all of you. This was shared 2 me in a Ladies Class that I went to & well I found the paper & thought ... it just might work for in here so enjoy & if you like it I have a few other's that I will share with you over the next couple of days.

Also I need some feedback instead of posting one each day I might just post something for the week & let it run Mon - Sun & then w/ the start of the new week I'll have something new up 4 everyone does that sound good ?  Let me know ok what you think & if you like them be sure to let me know where to post them at ok.


JUST FOR TODAY - I will try to strengthen my mind by reahing something that requires effort, thought and concentration.

JUST FOR TODAY - I will do somebody a good turn and not get found out.

JUST FOR TODAY - I will do a task that needs to be done but which I have been putting off. I will do it as an exercise in willpower.

JUST FOR TODAY - I will dress becomingly as possible, talk low, act courteously, be liberal with praise, and criticize not one bit not find.

JUST FOR TODAY - I will have a quiet half hour all by myself and relax. In this half hour sometime I will think of God so as to get more  perspective in my life.

JUST FOR TODAY - I will unafraid. Especially , I will not be afraid to be happy, to enjoy what is beautiful, to love, and to believe that those who I love ... love me in return.

Good Morning. Thank you Etta Sue for the devotional today. And Happy Birthday to you.

I will be  working all three jobs today and trying to get more stuff packed over the next week. I have put things off as I was not sure when I would be moving. Last night I asked the Pastor if I could get some help  loading and unloading  a Uhaul, He announced at Bible Study but no one responded at least not yet. But the Pastor said he and the speaker for the revival next week would help me. With Sarah working and going to school it is hard for Gilbert to do much of anything away from home. Their weekends are pretty busy too So I didn't want to bother them by asking for their help. 


What has happened to Chris and Margit? They haven't been here for  quite some time.

TTYL

We here in Ohio are thinking of you today & pray that your day is filled with lots of love & good memories & also that you know that we send you all the best on this your special day !!  We all love you much ... have a wonderful day !!

With Love,
TBEAR & FAMILY

Quote from: Nita on September 08, 2005, 01:23:43 AM
my daughter said the same thing to me today.  She'd heard we were supposed to have a long hard winter.  Hmmmm.  And then

The indian tribe's old chief passed on.  The young chief was appointed.  The tribal council sought his advice on the coming winter. Realizing that he was young and had not attained much wisdom, he felt better to error by giving safe advice.  Better safe than sorry.

He said, "Go and gather wood.  It will be a tough winter."

Not too sure of his advice, he called the Weather Bureau and asked if they had any information on the winter coming.  He was told that it was going to be a bad winter.

He went back to his Tribal Council and said, "Go and gather more wood.  it is to be a harder winter than expected."

A week later he called the Bureau again and asked if they had an update on the winter weather.  They said that the winter would be worse than expected.

Again he told the Council, "Go and gather more wood.  Gather every branch, log and stick, even if it is not yet dried out.  It is to be a severe winter."

Still unsure of himself, he called the Weather Bureau once again.  He was told it was to be the worst winter since they began tracking winters in 1850.  Still not sure he asked, "How do you know it will be such a bad severe winter?"

"Oh, said the weather prognosticater, we know because the indians are gathering wood like mad."

Hahahahhaha, Eddie that was funny.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY< ETTA SUE  !!!  From NC

I've decided that my little donation will go to Samaritan's Purse.  Of course, I'm biased because they are considered a local ministry (based about 2 hours from here).  They do some awesome things all over.

Going to play with my kiddies now! 

laters

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETTA SUE!!!!!

I think all the weather people get their information from the same Indians.

Eddie, that was priceless!  I'm still giggling here.

So, Etta Sue, what are you going to do today for your birthday?  Are you going to have a big cake?

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Fast Eddie that was priceless.  I am still laughing.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETTA SUE  Thankyou for the devotional.

TBear I have printed your rules off and posted them, also sent them off to a few good friends.

Let's sing!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETTA SUE!

Thanks for the nice devotional.  I guess we all agree that your graphics and posts do lots to brighten the days.  Hope this is a special one for you.

Good joke, Eddie.  Heard it before, but some things are worth smiling at twice.  Think all our native folks watch the weather channel.  No help at all, it is usually wrong!

Sunny day here and I am going to walk to the mall and mail a letter to my sister in Australia.  Ralph's mom was rushed to the hospital last night.  No news yet.  Not certain that much can be done for her type of liver cancer.  The kids are pretty upset.

Poor Amanda keeps getting called to work, then not getting her hours.  Has prospects of another, better part time job....so will pray that happens.  So much confusion these days.  No one wants to pay benefits, so they make things very hard for kids to get a start.  Sure that college next fall will be a wonderful relief for everyone....Was called in to college to try and get in on a course and they took her 150.00 registration fee, then said no openings...for either her or her girlfriend.  Will have to pay the fee again to register for the same course.....some kind of scam these days! 

Canada has sent three ships, plus 1000 special forces to dive and rescue and help.  Many small groups have gone on their own....nurses, doctors, etc.  $300 Million offered in supplies and aid.  The suffering must be beyond description.  Agree, Samaritan's Purse is a great group and we in Canada support that thro' the churches.  If all the countries help, things will get better. 

TBear, that is a great idea and I hope you will continue on a regular basis. 

Larry, hope that things are better for you and Pat.  Take care and get lots of rest.

Hi Jane.  Don't be sad about your grandchildren.  Amanda and I only exchange the odd sentence in passing.  Kids are busy with their own thoughts and lives.  Get lots of wood for winter.  That bit about the maple trees is probably better than the weather guy.

Small Smile, no damage intended:


The Baptist Dog


A Baptist couple decide that they want to get a dog. As they are walking down the street in town, they notice that a sign in the pet shop is advertising "Christian Puppies." Their interest piqued, they go inside.

"How do you know they're Christian puppies?"

"Watch," says the owner, as he takes one of the dogs and says, "Fetch the  Bible." The dog runs over to the desk, and grabs the Bible in its mouth

and returns. Putting the Bible on the floor, the owner says, "Find Psalm

23."  The dog flips pages with its paw until he reaches the right page, and then stops.  Amazed and delighted, the couple purchase the dog and head home.

That evening, they invite some friends over and show them the dog, having him run through his Psalm 23 routine.  Impressed, one of the visitors asks "Does he also know 'regular' commands?"

"Gee, we don't know. We didn't ask," replies the husband.

Turning to the dog, he says, "Sit."  The dog sits.  He says, "Lie down."

The dog lies down. He says "Roll over."  The dog rolls over.

He says "Heel."  The dog runs over to him, jumps up on the sofa, puts both paws on the owner's forehead and bows his head.

"Oh look!" the wife exclaims. "He's Pentecostal!"


               


Off for my walk now.  Pleasant day all and God Bless.

Liz

hello everyone
hope ya'll are haaving a good day... mine hasn't been bad been in class or asleep... since i didn't make it for class on tuesday i have some catchup to do... also have some cleaning to do  not too sure how happy i am bout that but oh well.... i must be off to get some stuff done ttyl
Sarah

Eddie & Liz:  Those were great stories.

Etta Sue:   Happy Birthday.

  The cost of gas has gone down 15 - 20 cents in some parts of our area. 

Marilyn:  You will start to feel settled again when you get moved.

We had rain last night and this morning until about 9 am and since then it is a beautiful sunny day.

Sarah:  How is school ?

Ruth

HAHAHAHA Liz...

Liz, I love it, too!  LOL.  As you said, well worth a second smile.

Busy, busy, busy.  The guys have the bathroom at Beth's gutted---what a horrible mess.  UGH.

I'm working on getting stuff ready to take to Pat's for the sale.  Too much junk, er, good stuff!    I hope not to bring ANY of it back here on Saturday!

I am going to see Abby and go to Women's Aglow tonight.  My friend, Dr. Sue, with whom I went to ?Romania on the missions trip, will be there tonight.  Yippee!!  Can't wait to see her!

Well, I gotta get back to it!

Thank you, Pat, Nita, Marilyn, Karen, Karma, Al, JudyB, Liz and Ruth, for the birthday wishes.  You sure know how to make a gal feel special on her special day.

No, no birthday cake but Judy and I did go for breakfast at Bob Evan's and she told them it was my birthday.  They give a free dessert for the birthday person.  So Judy and I shared a piece of Peanut Butter and Chocolate Ice Cream Pie.  I felt like I should go to church and confess, it was so sinfully delicious!!

And you might say that my birthday gift to me is Paint Shop Pro X.  I got it yesterday.  I love, love, love it!  Mostly geared for photos.  I put a couple of photos in the gallery.  You can check them out here.

Pat, I didn't find the URL at the bottom of the photo in the File information area, so I used the URL in my browser. It is working for me.    

Quote from: Etta Sue on September 08, 2005, 04:51:34 PM

Pat, I didn't find the URL at the bottom of the photo in the File information area, so I used the URL in my browser. It is working for me.    

Hi Etta Sue...

At the top left of the photos in the gallery, you'll see a little blue icon with an "i" on it standing for "Information".

If you click on that, you'll see the URL at the bottom.

Try it!

Great job with PSPX

Did you remember to look for Mars on August 27th.  That was supposed to be the prime viewing day for the month of August.  It was to be as large as our moon and red....

I didn't know that this was THE date so I looked earlier in the month and didn't see anything.  Then I was told Aug 27th was the best date for viewing & that the next time that Mars would be this visible would not be till 62,000 years later. 

Today something triggered my memory and reminded me that I forgot to look on Aug 27th. What a shame that I missed it...but wait...isn't eternity forever ?   Sure twill be able to see it from there AND all the other planets too.

Pat, I finally found the URL you were talking about.  Sometimes I can be so dense.  DUH!  But did the clickable in my post above...Reply 22...work?  It does for me but I don't know if it works for everyone.  Hunh???

Quote from: Fast Eddie on September 08, 2005, 05:32:01 PM
Did you remember to look for Mars on August 27th.  That was supposed to be the prime viewing day for the month of August.  It was to be as large as our moon and red....

I didn't know that this was THE date so I looked earlier in the month and didn't see anything.  Then I was told Aug 27th was the best date for viewing & that the next time that Mars would be this visible would not be till 62,000 years later. 

Today something triggered my memory and reminded me that I forgot to look on Aug 27th. What a shame that I missed it...but wait...isn't eternity forever ?   Sure twill be able to see it from there AND all the other planets too.

Hi Eddie...

You didn't miss anything.  Apparently that email was sent out in error.


Here's what was posted by "Tangran" on Photography Cafe about this:

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http://www.kidscosmos.org/kid-stuff/mars-oppositions.html  explains it nicely

Mars oppositions happen about every 26 months, so after Aug 2003 (the nearest for 60,000 years), the next one is 30 October 2005. Mars to Earth distance = 69.423 million km, apparent diameter = 20.19". The one in 2003 was 55.758 million km and 25.13" diameter and so was 1/4 bigger then as it will be in October.

Hope that was of some use to somebody

Happy Birthday Etta Sue

Not much else to say, so will check out the photos and maybe be back later.