I got sick over the weekend. Whatever the cause, I was knocked out of commission for a short time. I am a firm believer that illness of the body, no matter what kind it is, is directly connected to what is going on in our minds and hearts.
Whichever allied country we live in, I am hoping we will all collectively observe two minutes of silence together in memory and in thanks to all of our soldiers past and present. Let us also remember the loved ones at home who have or continue to sacrifice.
Do you want to be remembered with love everywhere? Learn to be an encourager. It isn't hard to do: it's as simple as smiling and saying something nice to at least one person, every day.
A recipe that I hope everyone everywhere can utilise to the best of their abilities under any circumstance.
I framed this cake recipe. Mix these ingredients well with clean air, sunshine, laughter, and a little rain. Add good sifted earth. Bake at even temperature with wind and music for a wonderful life.
Inspirational Websites to Help Cope With Illness in the Family
Devastated by cancer! My 68-year old boyfriend has been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, and was just told last week that "he only has 4-6 months to live," because it has now spread to his left shoulder, liver, and the base of his brain.
Ten Lessons from the Blind Side
Here are just a few things I've learned over the last eight years since I lost my sight:
New Year's Resolution: Be A Better Person
My New Years resolution is to pray and practice daily (365), even on a bad day, to work harder to do the best humanly possible to think and act kindly and thoughtfully in every single little aspect of life towards all others in every single situation.
When I see this flag, I think of the the troops that are in Iraq during the winter while we are at home warm by the fires with our families. They are out there defending the country they love and their beloved families that live here.
Poem: Ode To a Dying Pet (Author Unknown)
If it should be that I grow frail and weak, And pain should keep me from my sleep, Then you must do what must done, For this last battle can't be won.
Use Hard Times to Remember the Good
When life gives you things you can not handle, just remember you have to have bad to remember the good times. So when things get hard, just let it make you stronger.
Blessing for a Family Gathering
I am looking for a sweet blessing for a mixed crowd of 34 in-laws, outlaws, kids and old folks. It doesn't have to be short but needs to include absent family members. Thanks so much.
Ten More Questions You Always Wanted to Ask a Blind Person
October is "Meet the Blind Month." In honor of it, here's the follow-up to my original "Ten Questions You Always Wanted to Ask a Blind Person."
Poems Marking the Passing of an Infant
My friend's granddaughter is going to give birth to a child whose brain is not developing. The child will most likely be born dead. We are praying for God's miracle. Are there any beautiful, appropriate poems out there that can be cross stitched or done in calligraphy?
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Ten Lessons from the Blind Side
Here are just a few things I've learned over the last eight years since I lost my sight:
Ten More Questions You Always Wanted to Ask a Blind Person
October is "Meet the Blind Month." In honor of it, here's the follow-up to my original "Ten Questions You Always Wanted to Ask a Blind Person."
This year, on November 2nd, my father passed away. Needless to say, I miss my dad. It's Christmas time and he's not here, but I am grateful for all the Christmases I got to have with him.
Cutting PVC: What Would Susan Do?
<img src="/images/articles/winner.jpg" width="72" height="77" align="left">Recently, I needed some white plastic shelves put back together in a closet. However, I had a gap that didn't reach the top, but the full height of the shelf was too high. So, I decided to use my trusty dusty little 3.97 hacksaw and cut the PVC like supports down. But, without a vise, it's hard to hold them.
