General Chat

Food for thought (and one or two smiles) in this week's posts Cynthia. I hope that your week has taken a turn for the better.

My brother is recovering amazingly well from his operation but has today seen his surgeon who has told him there are other problems and he now faces months of treatment. He is meeting this news calmly and stoically.

I am still keeping your family very much in my thoughts Kandj <3

Good morning :-)

I'm glad you liked yesterday's list kandj :-D

Everyone has probably heard of a 'bucket list' consisting of things you would like to do before you die, but how about a spiritual bucket list.....?

• Take a risk to love – deeply, passionately, and unconditionally.

• Make sure your spouse, children, and/or other family know that you love them, by words and actions.

• Do whatever it takes to get out of debt and stay that way.

• Make sure that things are right between you and God, that Jesus is your Saviour.

• Forgive those who hurt you.

• Apologize to those you have harmed, and ask for their forgiveness.

• Talk to the people closest to you about Jesus.



Food for thought. Cx :-)

Hello all

Thank you everyone for your kind words, thoughts and prayers. Not good here since Joe's unexpected passing, we are awaiting news of Jack and dread the phone ringing.

Cynthia, you seem to be juggling the plates like me. We pray it can only improve. Now my washing machine isn't draining but has flooded the kitchen floor.. hmmmm!

Your today's posting really is how I am feeling right now... have you read my mind???

Good morning :-)


I guess we could make lists about everything........what to do, what not to do, what to buy what to avoid ......the list goes on :-D



You say God says


I can’t figure it out I will direct your steps
I’m too tired I will give you rest
It’s impossible All things are possible
Nobody loves me I love you
I can’t forgive myself I forgive you
It not worth it It will be worth it
I’m not smart enough I will give you wisdom
I’m not able I am able
I can’t go on My grace is sufficient
I can’t do it You can do all things
I can’t manage I will supply all your needs
I’m afraid I have not given you fear
I feel all alone I will never leave you



What a week! OH has had a tooth fall out - yes really. Our phone has problems. My hob is still not fixed - because the man couldn't reach me by phone, we have missed a hospital appointment because I got the day wrong......and the list goes on!
:-D :-D


Cx :-)

My thoughts with you kandj and your family at this time x

So sorry for your loss Kandj. Thoughts with you and your family.

Terrible news from America. Mind boggling amounts of guns and ammo. Dreadful situation.

What's wrong with being kind and thoughtful to others? :-S

Have a good day :-D

Good morning :-)

Another bad day for America.........

We pray for those who were killed or injured in the mass shooting in Las Vegas and for their families.

We feel helpless in the face of such tragedy where we can do nothing practical to help, so we ask God to surround the injured and their families with his loving arms and give them healing and strength.

We entrust the dead to his merciful love and justice, praying that he will uphold their families in their grief. Show us Lord, how we can help to make this world a better place. Amen.

Today’s ‘list’………..

1. Practice kindness

2. Let go of things I can't control

3. Count my blessings

4. Listen to the Holy Spirit

5. Walk with God

6. Live like Jesus

7. Pass this on to encourage someone else.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Love and prayers to you on the death of your loved one kandj. Not an easy time for you at all. <3


I am sure many of you (if only there were many of you! :-D) make lists for one thing or another. This week, we'll take a look at some lists - with a difference.

Grateful for :

1. Early wake ups = children to love.

2. House to clean = safe place to live

3. Laundry = clothes to wear

4. Dishes to wash = food to eat

5. Crumbs under the table = family meals

6. Grocery shopping = £ to provide for us

7. Toilets to clean = indoor plumbing

8. Lots of noise = people in my life

9. Endless questions about homework = kids' brains growing

10. Sore and tired in bed = I'm still alive!

Amen.


:-D

Cx :-)

I am so sorry to hear of your sad loss Kandj. My condolences to your family. You are having a very difficult time lately and my thoughts are with you <3

Hello all

I find it is taking longer to get on here, it's helps as I am a patient person.

No news of my hubbies brother, the family are still waiting beside J bedside.

Very sad news though that hubbies brother in law sadly lost his fight against cancer.
Kathryn and their adult children are devastated. Our family will all miss him so much.

Good afternoon :-)

I was all organised this morning and then got side tracked whilst waiting to get on here. And then I forgot. I was sitting in church when it suddenly dawned on me that I hadn't posted. It has still taken me ages to get on this site....... :-(

The Collect for today :


O Lord, we beseech you mercifully to hear the prayers
of your people who call upon you;
and grant that they may both perceive and know
what things they ought to do,
and also may have grace and power faithfully to fulfil them;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.


In the gospel reading for today, we hear how the Jesus’ authority is questioned by the chief priests and elders of the temple, which leads on to the story of the father with two sons.


Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


Getting on here this morning was like pulling hen's teeth! Grrrr.....Took me absolutely ages.

Its good to know that your brother is on the road to recovery Vera, and as for your grandson....WOW! He is one talented lad - hope he has a wonderful experience in the competition.

I hope you hear something about your brother-in-law soon kandj.....and its understandable that your OH is rather quiet bless him.


Having looked at Celtic prayers this week, I thought this was a good one to end on...


If there is righteousness in the heart,
there will be beauty in the character.
If there is beauty in the character,
there will be harmony in the home.
If there is harmony in the home,
there will be order in the nation.
If there is order in the nation,
there will be peace in the world.
So let it be!

Love to all Cx. :-)

Hello all

...... and the Peace of the Lord be also with you Cynthia, and all who pop in here.

Vera, I hope your brother recovers well from his operation and gets the support he will need when he is able to go back home again. It's always an anxious time for the family and more so if relatives don't live nearby.

Boast away all you want to Vera!!! You have every right to be soooo proud of your Grandson's achievements. Being chosen for all these important events don't come without years of dedication and hours of commitment on his part. Hope he does well and that he enjoys the experience like before. An update would be good.

No news as yet about my brother in law. Hubby is very quiet but tells me he is "ok"

Sending ((hugs)) to those in need of one right now. xxx

I love the Celtic blessings and prayers Cynthia. Thank you for your posts.

I am so sorry to hear about hubby's brother Kandj. My thoughts are with you and all his family. Stay strong <3

Thank you for your kind thoughts for my brother. It will be some months before he is back to his old self but he is recovering well and is hoping to be able to go home soon, with a nurse calling every day for a while and other medical support.

I hadn't put up another thread as it seems like boasting again but a short while ago my grandson was selected to represent GB at the WORLD youth archery championships and today he flies to Argentina for the competition which starts on Monday. We are so proud of him. We pray for a safe flight and for friendship among the very many nations competing.

Special thoughts today for all who are sick or nearing the end of their lives. May they and their families find strength and comfort <3

Good morning :-)


So sorry to hear this news kandj - praying for you and your family <3

Vera's brother was undergoing an operation a few days ago, I do hope all has gone well. <3

A Scots Gaelic blessing

Peace between neighbours,
Peace between kindred,
Peace between lovers...
Peace between person and person,
Peace between wife and husband,
Peace between woman and children,
The Peace of Christ above all Peace.

As we say in church each Sunday, The Peace of the Lord be always with you.


Cx :-)

Hello all

A very late posting as we are waiting for news from hubby family. His brother has been in hospital with sepsis and not responded to any antibiotics. Now J has been moved into a single side room and the family are told they can stay with him all night. It isn't looking at all good. Hubby lost a brother in 2015, a sister last year and we are waiting now to be told of yet another death in his side of the family..... not good at all.

I do enjoy reading the Celtic prayers. Thank you Cynthia.

Thinking now of all who will leave this life and of their families at the bedside tonight.

Good morning :-)


May there always be work for your hands to do.
May your purse always hold a coin or two.
May the sun always shine upon your window pane.
May a rainbow be certain to follow each rain.
May the hand of a friend always be near to you and
May God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you.
(traditional blessing)


Hope everyone is ok.

Cx :-)

Good morning :-)


A smile for a grey day.

An Irish blessing.

As you slide down the bannister of life,
May the splinters never point the wrong way.

:-D :-D


Cx :-)

Hello all

Amen to that Celtic prayer Cynthia.

Happy Tuesday ((hugs)) to all today. xx

Good morning :-)

Happy to oblige kandj............

May you have -
Walls for the wind
And a roof for the rain,
And drinks bedside the fire
Laughter to cheer you
And those you love near you,
And all that your heart may desire.


Cx :-)