FReeper Canteen ~ What Makes You Adorable? ~ 08 May 2013

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[The Mayor]

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Golden Eagle
May 8, 2013

My son Mark and I were leaving the Clyde Peterson Ranch in Wyoming to head back to Michigan. In the distance we spotted a huge bird sitting in a solitary tree overlooking a steep canyon. As we approached, the golden eagle leaped from the tree and soared out over the canyon, the golden streaks in its feathers shimmering in the morning sun. Its immense size and beauty filled us with wonder. We felt privileged to witness this magnificent demonstration of God’s awesome creativity.

Creation displays God’s “wondrous works” (Ps. 145:5). And when we stop to meditate on those works, we can’t help but be awed as our minds and spirits are moved to reflect on the character of the God who created them.

That golden eagle told my son and me a story of the creative genius of our mighty God. So does the flitting songbird, the doe with her playful fawn, the pounding surf, and delicate little flowers such as bachelor’s-button and spring beauty. In the most unexpected moments and out-of-the-way places the Lord shines His glory in this world in order to reveal Himself to us. Those serendipitous moments are opportunities to “meditate . . . on [His] wondrous works” (v.5).

This is my Father’s world,
I rest me in the thought
Of rocks and trees, of skies and seas—
His hand the wonders wrought. —Babcock

Always be on the lookout for wonder. —E. B. White

Read: Psalm 145:1-7

I will meditate . . . on Your wondrous works. —Psalm 145:5

Bible in a Year:
2 Kings 4-6; Luke 24:36-53

[Kathy in Alaska]

Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.

[ConorMacNessa]

One of my favorite passages in the Canon of English Literature - my major in undergrad. I too first heard it in my Senior year of HS and have never forgotten it.



"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[Kathy in Alaska]

[Kathy in Alaska]

I am off for home, homework in hand.

[ConorMacNessa]

Safe passage, Kathy! I am bound for Mondo Dodo!



"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[potlatch]

[ I too first heard it in my Senior year of HS and have never forgotten it. ]

Interesting how that stuck with us, isn’t it. Good stuff lasts!

[ConorMacNessa]

GOD BLESS AND PROTECT OUR TROOPS AND OUR BELOVED NATION!


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Must retire – the 0445 Reveille approaches relentlessly.

The Bugler, his grim visage replete with an evil sneer, already mounts the parapet.

Fleet Admiral William F. Halsey, USN (Navy Cross)
Stands The Watch Tonight!



"Do poor Tom some charity, whom the foul fiend vexes!"
(King Lear, Act III, Scene iv)



All Gave Some – Some Gave All!!!
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Good night, God bless you, and God bless the United States of America!

Godspeed our Troops around the Globe – especially those in harm’s way – by virtue of their service and sacrifice we continue to live in Freedom!

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[potlatch]

Oh no, I’ll be dreaming about all those penquins - dancing in my head....

But wait - it’s the ‘Happy Dance’ so that’s good.

[ConorMacNessa]

Still beautiful, still relevant - seven centuries later! Timeless, in fact!

As that great poet "Anonymous" once said "Truth is a fixèd star!"



"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[potlatch]

[Still beautiful, still relevant - seven centuries later! Timeless, in fact!]

Yes it is, especially when you think of several of us recalling it just here on this thread tonight!

I’ll bet the young people today never even study things like this and never know their loss.

[ConorMacNessa]

You're dead right, Potlatch! They are being dumbed down and indoctrinated! We were imparted the wisdom of past ages and freed from the chains of ignorance!



"Riamh nár dhruid ó sbairn lann!"

Genuflectimus non ad principem sed ad Principem Pacis!

Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. (Isaiah 49:1 KJV)

[potlatch]

[We were imparted the wisdom of past ages and freed from the chains of ignorance! ]

I agree with you. Sadly those who don’t know what they missed, don’t miss it!

I’m heading off to bed, enjoyed chatting with you FRiend.

[Kathy in Alaska]

We thank you, Fleet Admiral William F. Halsey, USN (Navy Cross), for your service to our country.

[Kathy in Alaska]

God Bless you good, Mac. Good night and rest well. Thanks for helping honor our troops, past and present.
Thank you for your service to our country.

[Kathy in Alaska]

Thanks, Mac, for the Missing Man Setting as we remember those who have given their all that we may gather safe and secure.

[Kathy in Alaska]

OK....that is one powerful video! Lots of tears. *sniff* Thanks, ExTexasRedhead and Mac for sharing.

[E.G.C.]

A very pleasant good morning to everyone at the Canteen and to all our military at home and abroad. Thanks for your service to our country.

((HUGS))Good morning, L.J. How's it going?

[E.G.C.]

((HUGS))Good morning, LUV W. How’s it going?

[E.G.C.]

((HUGS))Good morning, Kathy. How’s it going?