A Few of FR's Finest...Every Day....07-06-05...Celebrate Living #11

dutchess

[dutchess]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

Free Republic made its debut in September, 1996, and the forum was added in early 1997.   Over 100,000 people have registered for posting privileges on Free Republic, and the forum is read daily by tens of thousands of concerned citizens and patriots from all around the country and the world.

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day was introduced on June 24, 2002. It's only a small room in JimRob's house where we can get to know one another a little better; salute and support our military and our leaders; pray for those in need; and congratulate those deserving. We strive to keep our threads entertaining, fun, and pleasing to look at, and often have guest writers contribute an essay, or a profile of another FReeper.

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~ Billie, Mama_bear, dutchess, Aquamarine, Dollycali ~

Celebrate Living #11

Today we are featuring more suggestions, observations and reminders on how to live a happy and rewarding life. Some are private, most are excerpts from "Life's Little Instruction Book" by H. Jackson Brown, Jr. Please stop in..and add your own. Also,, please click on the music link below (Songs Out of Africa). We guarantee the combination will make you feel good all day. Enjoy!

Sounds Out Of Africa

Suggestions on how to live a happy & rewarding life:

Take time to smell the roses.

Be thankful you were born in this great country.

Don’t forget that we are ultimately judged by what we give, not by what we get.

When you hear a kind word spoken about a friend, tell him so.

Never hesitate to do what you know what is right.

Be charitable in your speech, actions and judgment.

Don’t compare your children with their siblings or classmates.

Be enthusiastic in your expressions of gratitude and appreciation.

Take some silly photos of yourself and a friend in an instant photo booth.

Tour your state capitol building.

Earn your success based on service to others, not at the expense of others.

Never pass up a chance to be in a parade.

When someone lets you down, don’t give up on them.

What you have to do, do wholeheartedly.

Find a job you love and give it everything you’ve got.

Never complain about a flight delayed for mechanical repairs. Waiting on the ground is infinitely better than the alternative.

Never forget that it takes only one person or one idea to change your life forever.

Occasionally let your children help you, even if it slows you down.

Throw a surprise birthday party for a friend.

Teach your sons as well as your daughters to cook.

Remember that when your mom says, “You’ll regret it,” you probably will.

Play catch with a kid.

Write some poetry.

Shoot a few hoops.

Never ignore an old barking dog.

Hold yourself to the same high standards that you require of others.

Never let the odds keep you from pursuing what you know in your heart you were meant to do.

When the best in the world visits your town for a concert, exhibit, or speech, get tickets to attend.

When you need to apologize to someone, do it in person.

Finish projects before they are due.

Let your children observe your being generous to those in need.

Cut your toenails in private.

Return shopping carts to the designated areas.

Make your money before spending it.

Worry about the consequences of the choices you make before you make them…not afterward.

Spoil your wife, not your children.

Stay humble.

Stay on your toes.

Buy each of your children a special Christmas ornament every year. When they move into their own homes, box the ornaments and give them as housewarming gifts.

Remember that you an miss a lot of good things in life by having the wrong attitude.

When a guest, never complain about the food, drink, or accommodations.

Write a letter to the editor at least once a year.

Overpay the neighborhood kid who does yard work for you.

Frame anything your child or grandchild brings home on his/her first day of school.

If it’s not a beautiful morning, let your cheerfulness make it one.

Remember that a minute of anger denies you sixty seconds of happiness.

Include a recent family photo when writing to a love one.

If you are so lucky, ask your grandparents to tell you stories about your parents while they are growing up.

If you are so luck, have your kids ask your parents stories while they are growing up

Welcome the unexpected! Opportunities rarely come in neat, predictable packages.

Never miss an opportunity to go fishing with your father.

Never miss an opportunity to go traveling with your mother.

Hold a child’s hand when crossing the street.

When traveling, stop occasionally at local cafes and diners.

Never underestimate the influence of the people you have allowed into your life.

Never swap your integrity for money, power, or fame.

Never sell yourself short.

Never be ashamed of your patriotism.

Never be ashamed of honest tears.

Never forget life before Free Republic.

Thank those who open the Finest door every morning with coffee, goodies and words of wisdom.

Give thanks for all our Finest Friends.

Give thanks for Jim Robinson and FreeRepublic

06-28-05 ~ Hall of Fame #12

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 7-1-05 - 7-4-05 America Has a Birthday 7-5-05 Military Monday on Tuesday

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

[dutchess]

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, One Nation Under God, Indivisible, With Liberty and Justice for All.

[dutchess]

Welcome to the Finest. Please stop in and "Celebrate Living" with some wonderful words of wisdom from H. Jackson Brown. Jr.'s Life's Little Instruction Book (plus a few more of our own). Enjoy...and as always...please feel free to add a few of your own!

[Victoria Delsoul]

Wonderful thread, thanks.

[Gabz]

Glorious!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[MacDorcha]

bookmark

[tuliptree76]

Beautiful thread, dutchess. I definately am thankful for everyone at Free Republic.

[Diver Dave]

Enjoy...and as always...please feel free to add a few of your own!

When you encounter a member of our Armed Forces, tell him/her "Thank You."

[DollyCali]

Lovely, thought provoking thread Ms.Dutchess! Thank you. and I love the border of champagne bubbles to help us CELEBRATE LIFE!!!! I will be back later with some of my tidbits (need to put on my thinking cap)...Appreciate your work in this gorgeous presentation.

[DollyCali]

Oh, I thought of one Dutchess...

NEVER FORGET THE PRESIDENT'S BIRTHDAY...

Happy Birthday (59) President Bush!.

[GailA]

Good morning ALL.

[The Mayor]

July 6, 2005

Dusty Leaves

Read:
Psalm 32:1-7

I said, "I will confess my transgressions to the Lord," and You forgave the iniquity of my sin. —Psalm 32:5

Bible In One Year: 2 Kings 18-19

The rubber plant I bought for my wife Dorothy added a touch of life to our home. But one morning its leaves were dropping as if in a state of dejection. I wondered what happened.

When I came home for lunch that noon, the plant was completely transformed. It looked as hearty as it did the day I got it from the store. Its leaves were extended outward once again. When I asked Dorothy about it, she told me of reading a household hint on how to keep plants looking fresh. It stated that dust accumulating on the leaves can actually prevent the light from getting to them, so it's necessary to wipe them off regularly. She had done this and the result was amazing.

As we live in this world, tiny "particles" of sin can easily build up in our lives. Resentments, sharp words, impure thoughts, or selfish attitudes all take their toll on our spiritual vitality. Unless they are confessed right away, they begin to form a layer of "dust" that prevents us from experiencing the light of God's grace in our hearts. Those around us will sense that something is wrong.

If the accumulation of unconfessed sin has gathered on your soul, do as David did—confess it to the Lord (Psalm 32:5). Wipe off the "dusty leaves" of your life and enjoy once again the glorious sunshine of God's love. —Dennis De Haan

Before the cross of Him who died,
Behold, I prostrate fall;
Let every sin be brought to Him
And Christ be all in all. —Bridges

Confession of sin lets the light of God's forgiveness shine through.

FOR FURTHER STUDY
The Forgiveness Of God

[proud2beconservativeinNJ]

Good morning. Getting out my dusting cloth and feeling bright and sunny on this cloudy day in NJ. Thanks for a dose of inspiration from you all at the Finest. Always worth the visit.

[DollyCali]

"Spiritual fitness comes from a daily workout of faith."

[The Mayor]

Amen!

[Temple Owl]

Good morning dutchess and FReepers everywhere.

[The Mayor]

Mornin Temple Owl..

[dutchess]

God Bless Our Military
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Below are names of some of our FReepers' loved ones who are serving our country. If you have someone you would like to add, please address a post to Billie; Mama_Bear; Dutchess, Aquamarine; The Mayor or DollyCali and we will add their name to this list. As we pray for them, we pray also for all our nation’s leaders, and military personnel, and their families and friends. May God hold them close to His heart.

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We ask Lord, that You guide the leaders of our great country in their hour of decision. The burden that has been placed on their shoulders is overwhelming. We ask that with Your infinite wisdom You guide them gently to the right decisions.

Please give us the strength, Lord, to get through each difficult and devastating day that faces each of us and our country. Protect and guide our Military that are now being called to duty, strengthen them in their trials and temptations; give them courage to face the perils which beset them; and grant them a sense of your abiding presence wherever they may be; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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[dutchess]

Hi Victoria. Glad you liked the thank and for posting the lovely graphic!

[dutchess]

Thanks Gabz. Glad you enjoyed the thread!

[dutchess]

Hope you get back and enjoy the thread.