Amy's Place ... Poetry and Potpourri ... August, 2008

August 1, 2008 | JustAmy; St.Louie1; MamaBear; Billie

[The Mayor]

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August 29, 2008

Don’t Rust Out

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READ: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

But you, O man of God, flee these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, gentleness. —1 Timothy 6:11

On June 15, 1957, a brand-new car was buried in a concrete vault under the courthouse lawn in Tulsa. In June 2007, the car was unearthed as the city celebrated Oklahoma’s 100th year of statehood. Writing in the Tulsa World, Randy Krehbiel said: “Now we know what 50 years in a hole does to a Plymouth Belvedere.” Water seeping into the vault had turned the once shiny car into a rusted monument to the past. A hot-rod expert hired to start the engine pronounced it “hopeless.”

Spiritual inactivity corrodes the soul like moisture acting on metal. Paul urged Timothy, his young protégé, to “pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, gentleness” (1 Tim. 6:11). This command had no expiration date attached to it. The spiritual disciplines require continued attention throughout our lives. If rest becomes our goal, then rust is right behind.

Oswald Chambers said: “The intellect works with the greatest intensity when it works continuously; the more you do, the more you can do. We must work hard to keep in trim for God. Clean off the rust and keep bright by use.”

Our capabilities may vary with age, but pursuing the righteous life to which God has called us should never end. Don’t rust out!

For Further Study
For practical advice on how to keep spiritually active as we age, you may wish to read Finishing Well on the Web at www.discoveryseries.org/q0713

Spiritual inactivity corrodes the soul.

Bible in One Year: Isaiah 4–6; Proverbs 21:11-21

[OESY]

The Lady Wears Red on Fridays.

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[JustAmy]

August 29, 2008

"Wear Red" Friday

You will soon see a lot of people wearing Red on Fridays. Here's why..... The Americans, who support our troops, are the silent majority. We are not "organized" to reflect who we are, or to reflect what our opinions are. Many Americans, like yourself, and all their friends, simply want to recognize that Americans support our troops. Our idea of showing our solidarity and support for our troops is starting Friday and continuing on each and every Friday, until this is over, that every red-blooded American who supports our young men and women, WEAR SOMETHING RED.

Word of mouth, press, TV -- let's see if we can make the United States, on any given Friday, a sea of red much like a home football game at a University. If every one of our memberships share this with other acquaintances, fellow workers, friends, and neighbors, I guarantee that it will not be long before the USA will be covered in RED - and make our troops know there are many people thinking of their well-being. You will feel better all day Friday when you wear Red! So let's get the word out and lead by example; wear RED on Fridays.

SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE, BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE. FOR US, THEIR BLOOD RUNS RED!! GOD BLESS AMERICA.

From an email on June 10th, 2006 - the author is unknown.

[Majie Purple]

One side really does taste like a pretzle(especially if You taste the salt coating before chewing.

& the other side tastes like a butter cracker.

I’m a “cracker snacker” too.
Though I usually head straight for potato chis or funions !st
:)

Have You tried Laughing Cow brand, soft cheese on crackers? Good combo! Also on French bread or plain bagel.

[JustAmy]

Graphic by Billie

[Majie Purple]

& we Thank You for the same!
HUGS!
& Yea! A bunny!( & yes. that pup is a cutie too!)
:)

[Majie Purple]

Oh my yes! If I had a rose garden I definatly would plant one like that. Too bad the frame cant be planted along with!!
:)

[Majie Purple]

Adorable,that!(pup tugging on the red long johns.)

[ConorMacNessa]

Good morning and Happy Friday to Amy's Place! I'm wearing red to support the troops!

[Majie Purple]

Support out US Troops and Allies...

Wear red on Friday!

[MEG33]

Wow..and how!
Beautiful, Oesy.

[Billie]

Wearing Red!

center> Red High Heels ~ Kellie Pickler

[MEG33]

Adorable, Billie..Good morning, Amy..I am having a terrible time getting FR to load.

[Billie]

Argghhhh! Preview is your friend.

My connection and/or FR is being verrry wonky. :(

[MEG33]

Happy Friday

Good Morning To Amy's Place
Wear Red On Friday To Support Our Troops

[JustAmy]

Good morning, Conor. Thank you for bringing us the lovely Laura.

I'm looking forward to seeing four more years of your posts featuring a beautiful lady in red.

McCain/Palin 2008 .... McCain made an excellent VP pick.

[JustAmy]

I think the Sarah Palin excitement is slowing down FR.

I’m looking forward to watching a little Fox News in about 1/2 hour.

[OESY]

In her cocktail dress, it looks like (a high-class) Happy Hour at the local aquarium.

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[ConorMacNessa]

Great pic, Amy - I snagged it for later use. :)

[dutchess]

Fabulous news dolly. We’re thrilled for you! You’ve been through so much this summer...give those pups tons of cyber treats from the giz!!!!