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Never too soon or too late to start being healthy.
Get Faith
Matthew 1:18-25 This is the birth of our savior story according to Matthew. This is specifically about Mary being pregnant with the Holy child and Joseph being man enough to accept responsibility. Of course they both had the encouragement of two angels that explained everything to them, but still. The were unknowns, people of simple background called to perform a miraculous event. I thank them for their strength and faith and accepting the call. Do you think you could bare a child knowing what his life would hold for him? Stand up for Jesus.
On this day
1980 I spent the day writing poetry.
1980 - General Antonio Ramlho Eanes was reelected president of Portugal. His right-wing opposition was thrown into disarray by the death of Premier Francisco Sa Carneiro in a plane crash. For as much history that Portugal has created, I don't know very much about them. I do feel someone should write some poetry about it..... anyone? (slow day)
Parenting
I was at a funeral this morning and the oldest son gave the eulogy. He went on quite a while about his relationship with his Dad. I know, personally, that he gave his dad a hard time but his dad was always there for him. They did some work for me, the father and the son. They argued about how to do everything, but they got it done and it was a good job. The son finished his long speech by reading a short poem that he had written for his dad, just this morning. It was quite good and I had to cry knowing this hard core biker guy, ex addict had poured out his heart in a poem. It is cleansing to write a poem. Try it.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Linz Austria more background
Route of kingsThe Danube was no less than the "Route of Emperors and Kings". The Nibelungs, Roman em-perors and crusaders travelled it, as did King Louis VII of France and Emperor Friedrich Barbarossa with their entourage. In addition, the bridal journey of the Bavarian princess Sisi led from Straubing to Passau, Linz and Vienna, at the end of the 19th century. There, she became Empress Elisabeth of the Habsburgs' multinational state, also known as the Danube Monarchy, the hymn of which was sung in 11 languages.
www.strassederkaiserundkoenige.com (german only)
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Monday, December 7, 2015
Sunday, December 6, 2015
December 6, 2015 Sunday #temptation#dance#angelnose#churchontheDanube
Get Faith
Matthew 4:1-11 Jesus was tempted in the wilderness by the devil himself. We don't always identify those people or things that tempt us away from God. Maybe sleeping in on Sunday morning is much more tempting than going to worship and thanking God for the fact that you have a nice warm comfortable bed. This is the first Sunday in Advent. The time we prepare for the coming of the Christ child. We celebrate it again and again leading up to Christmas. Enjoy this time, remind your children of Christ's birth and the reason he was born, to live a life of example for you and then die on the cross to save you from your sins by rising up from death and ascending to the right hand of God to speak on your behalf. That is a lot to be thankful for. Don't be tempted to forget the real reason for the season.
On this day
1978 - My boss and co worker Christine and I went to Yesterday's for a drink after work. Well you know how that goes. We had a couple and then they announced there was a dance contest at 8:00. A guy I had never seen, slightly pudgy with bad hair came up and asked me if I could dance and would I join him in the contest. I thought, and said, sure why not. He was a great dancer and very easy to follow and we won the contest. The prize was a magnum of champagne, which we shared with everyone. Chris you can remember the rest of this story to yourself. Never judge a book by its cover.
1774 - Austria became the first nation to introduce a state education system. I wonder if they offered dance lessons. This is interesting also because we are looking at Austria this month.
Parenting
I wish I had a couple little kids to act in the Christmas program at church. It was always a highlight of Christmas for me. I think Nicole played every role but Mary over her Sunday School career. Her earliest part was when she was three. She was an angel, sitting on a little chair up front and picking her nose through a lot of the presentation. Video available.
Book club - War and Peace by Tolstoy
No reading time lately. I'll get it.
Linz Austria more introduction
More than just a landscapeEspecially in Austria, the Danube is far more than the fascinatingly beautiful river landscape that stretches from the bend known as the Schlögener Schlinge to Grein, via the Linz Basin and the picturesque Strudengau region. Like a leitmotif, it runs through Linz's past and onwards into its future. The churches, castles, fortresses and bridges on the Danube are steel and stone witnesses to better, eventful and also more terrible times.
Enjoy the day! Make it Memorable! Happy Birthday to Melissa and Donald!
Saturday, December 5, 2015
December 5, 2015 Saturday #deflab#thanks#nosnowhere#deckthehalls#family#Austria
Get Fit
Worked out the abs and arms this morning. I use 5 lb weights but use 1 or 3 to get started. Keep those underarms and abs firm.
Get Faith
Luke 17:11-17 This is about Jesus healing the 10 lepers. Only one returned to thank God for this great gift. Leprosy was the scourge of the time then. The one that returned was a Samaritan, or a non Jew, a non follower of Jesus. It seems that someone that is newly indoctrinated into a belief or faith is much more demonstrative of their appreciation. We need to remember to thank God for all we have. Psalm 103 "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits." Today I will thank God.
On this day
1977 We had a heavy snow on this day here in Michigan. My friend Pete was never one to be told what to do. The more they announced to stay off the streets the stronger his urge to get in the car and go. We went out to dinner - not a regular activity, just to go plow through the snow. We went to Pat O'briens, which is a good idea even if it doesn't snow.
1977 - Egypt broke diplomatic relations with Syria, Libya, Algeria, Iraq and South Yemen due to peaceful relations with Israel. This doesn't go away, it just goes on and on. Any suggestions or ideas?
Parenting
Our new Pastor wasn't at church last night for our annual deck the halls. This is no small feat at our church. We put up 50 some trees, two of which are 20 foot - on the altar. Then there is the roping and etc. There are about 20 of us that are always there and it gets done with or without the others that are always jokingly accused of "skipping". It went pretty fast last night, probably because of the fact we are all seasoned putter uppers. The Pastor's son had a recital at his college in Wisconsin, so he is excused.
Parenting
This time of year is terrible for accomplishing anything. You make your own plans and then find out your child has a game, recital or party that you are requested to attend. My daughters activities always came first with me. I needed her to know that she was my first and favorite activity. Now, if you have more than one child, how does that work? I did have Aaron, but it always seemed to work out ok. Nicole loved going to anything he was involved in. His biggest fan.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Linz Austria Introduction
Read more: http://www.frommers.com/destinations/linz/264425#ixzz3tSZuEMMI
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Worked out the abs and arms this morning. I use 5 lb weights but use 1 or 3 to get started. Keep those underarms and abs firm.
Get Faith
Luke 17:11-17 This is about Jesus healing the 10 lepers. Only one returned to thank God for this great gift. Leprosy was the scourge of the time then. The one that returned was a Samaritan, or a non Jew, a non follower of Jesus. It seems that someone that is newly indoctrinated into a belief or faith is much more demonstrative of their appreciation. We need to remember to thank God for all we have. Psalm 103 "Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits." Today I will thank God.
On this day
1977 We had a heavy snow on this day here in Michigan. My friend Pete was never one to be told what to do. The more they announced to stay off the streets the stronger his urge to get in the car and go. We went out to dinner - not a regular activity, just to go plow through the snow. We went to Pat O'briens, which is a good idea even if it doesn't snow.
1977 - Egypt broke diplomatic relations with Syria, Libya, Algeria, Iraq and South Yemen due to peaceful relations with Israel. This doesn't go away, it just goes on and on. Any suggestions or ideas?
Parenting
Our new Pastor wasn't at church last night for our annual deck the halls. This is no small feat at our church. We put up 50 some trees, two of which are 20 foot - on the altar. Then there is the roping and etc. There are about 20 of us that are always there and it gets done with or without the others that are always jokingly accused of "skipping". It went pretty fast last night, probably because of the fact we are all seasoned putter uppers. The Pastor's son had a recital at his college in Wisconsin, so he is excused.
Parenting
This time of year is terrible for accomplishing anything. You make your own plans and then find out your child has a game, recital or party that you are requested to attend. My daughters activities always came first with me. I needed her to know that she was my first and favorite activity. Now, if you have more than one child, how does that work? I did have Aaron, but it always seemed to work out ok. Nicole loved going to anything he was involved in. His biggest fan.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Linz Austria Introduction
187km (116 miles) NW of Vienna; 130km (81 miles) NE of Salzburg; 269km (167 miles) E of Munich
Linz, the provincial capital of Upper Austria, is the third-largest city in the country after Vienna and Graz. It's the biggest port on the Danube, which widens out considerably here to become a majestic thoroughfare. Three bridges connect Linz with the suburb of Urfahr, on the left bank of the river. If you enter the country from Passau, Germany, Linz will be your gateway to Austria.
Linz was the site of a Roman castle and settlement, Lentia, in the 1st century A.D. By the Middle Ages it had become a thriving center of trade because of its position on the river. Emperor Friedrich III lived here from 1489 to 1493. Now the city sits on a direct rail route linking the Adriatic and Baltic seas. It was here that Austria's first railroad terminated. Because of these factors, Linz became an industrial and manufacturing center, with blast furnaces and steel factories. Its industrial capacity was rapidly built up after Hitler seized Austria in 1938, and the Nazis later established chemical plants here. Unfortunately, Linz's industrial boom made it a frequent target of Allied bombing; it took years to repair the destruction rained upon the city.
Read more: http://www.frommers.com/destinations/linz/264425#ixzz3tSZuEMMI
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Friday, December 4, 2015
December 4, 2015 Friday #fitbit#standstrong#merri#Christmasisnotjustforkids#bendintheriver
Get Fit
Looking for a Christmas present for someone? The fitbit is a great gift that encourages activity and health awareness all year. Give the gift that says I care about your health!
Get Faith
Ephesians 6:10-18 Paul tells us to put on the armor of God. This is a great passage for us to read during these times of grief from the evil in this world. It tells us to "stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace". Think of the armies of Red Cross workers, the Doctors without borders, the missionaries, the armed forces of the world and all of the good, kind people on this earth that surely far outnumber those with evil intent. Stand strong. Pray for peace.
On this day
1976 I went over to Berniece's house to help set up and get things ready for Andy and Adele's baby shower. They were expecting Merri, well they didn't know it was Merri, but they were expecting. Berniece lived half a block from Andy's so after I was there I went to see the baby's new nursery furniture. It was the first baby in our immediate family and so anxiously awaited it over shadowed Christmas.
1783 - Gen. George Washington said farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. The end of war celebration in a bar? Let's find a bar to end the war on terrorism.
Parenting
I still decorate the house like I am expecting a herd of kids to come in. The Christmas books, toys and stuffed animals sit waiting. Some times I get lucky and a few mosey in. I should have followed my friends leads and went to a more enchanting, beautifully dressed trees and adult themes, but I am a holdout. Oh well.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Appropriate book for any time I guess. This is a condensed version, I feel like I am cheating. Glad I didn't live back then, I would have died of the fomality.
Linz Austria Introduction
Looking for a Christmas present for someone? The fitbit is a great gift that encourages activity and health awareness all year. Give the gift that says I care about your health!
Get Faith
Ephesians 6:10-18 Paul tells us to put on the armor of God. This is a great passage for us to read during these times of grief from the evil in this world. It tells us to "stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace". Think of the armies of Red Cross workers, the Doctors without borders, the missionaries, the armed forces of the world and all of the good, kind people on this earth that surely far outnumber those with evil intent. Stand strong. Pray for peace.
On this day
1976 I went over to Berniece's house to help set up and get things ready for Andy and Adele's baby shower. They were expecting Merri, well they didn't know it was Merri, but they were expecting. Berniece lived half a block from Andy's so after I was there I went to see the baby's new nursery furniture. It was the first baby in our immediate family and so anxiously awaited it over shadowed Christmas.
1783 - Gen. George Washington said farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern in New York. The end of war celebration in a bar? Let's find a bar to end the war on terrorism.
Parenting
I still decorate the house like I am expecting a herd of kids to come in. The Christmas books, toys and stuffed animals sit waiting. Some times I get lucky and a few mosey in. I should have followed my friends leads and went to a more enchanting, beautifully dressed trees and adult themes, but I am a holdout. Oh well.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Appropriate book for any time I guess. This is a condensed version, I feel like I am cheating. Glad I didn't live back then, I would have died of the fomality.
Linz Austria Introduction
Linz transforms the Danube - and vice versa
As the city's full name expresses so succinctly, Linz lies on the Danube as few other Austrian cities do. In 2014 and 2015, the European Capital of Culture invites both its inhabitants and visitors to discover the city on all levels, from the water.
In Linz, the Danube curves and changes direction – here, it changes its face. Is it just chance that at exactly this point on the river, a city has emerged that has experienced many changes? "Lentos" and "Lentia" are the Celtic and Roman names for Linz. Both refer to the river's change of course, both also tell the story of Linz's transformations. For the moment, the last of these is that of the booming industrial city to the European Capital of Culture. Love to really be there, immerse yourself in this article, more tomorrow.
Enjoy the Day! Make it Memorable! Happy Birthday Tamara!
Thursday, December 3, 2015
December 3, 2015 Thursday #yoga#Bestill#friends#peaceplease#
Get Fit
I suppose I should ask Santa for another yoga video. I started out years ago with Raquel Welsh's video and it finally wore out. Too bad I liked that one. I can't do all the poses but I try and that is what it is about, working at your own level. Maybe you should ask for one!
Get Faith
Psalm 46 - I am not good at memory work, but I remember this verse, always. "He says, "Be still and know that I am God"" and this, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" The terrorists, the haters, the killers have separated themselves from God. They will find no help in the life after for their sins against humanity. God wants us to love each other, if you are still you will know His peace. Pray
On this day
2013 Pam and I went to Norma's to put up her tree for her because she had foot surgery. Then we went out to see Pam's new grandson Emmett. Pam, Norma and I have a lot of history, we have been friends since 1973. I am sure you have that one or more friend that you can laugh and reminisce with, if not - get one!
1948 - The "Pumpkin Papers" came to public light. The House Un-American Activities Committee announced that former Communist spy Whittaker Chambers had produced microfilm of secret documents hidden inside a pumpkin on his Maryland farm. Before they had cell phones.
Parenting
How should we teach our children to deal with the horror and violence they see on TV? Oh, don't let them watch the news? Well, most of the programs, Law and Order, CSI, even Castle all deal with violence and murder. Are we obsessed? Is the answer to get rid of guns? In Africa the people are unarmed and the armed invaders come in and steal 200 of their school girls. They overpower the citizens and make the boys into murderous armies. So, what is the answer? Arm everyone and have an out and out war? Scare ourselves so bad that we shoot the paperboy when he comes to deliver the paper? Live in constant fear of attackers? What is the answer? It starts with our children.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Speaking of war and peace. Many stories told on the subject of war.
Linz Austria
This looks like a lively place to stay! Wolfinger Hotel.
Enjoy the Day! Make it Memorable! Happy Birthday John!!
I suppose I should ask Santa for another yoga video. I started out years ago with Raquel Welsh's video and it finally wore out. Too bad I liked that one. I can't do all the poses but I try and that is what it is about, working at your own level. Maybe you should ask for one!
Get Faith
Psalm 46 - I am not good at memory work, but I remember this verse, always. "He says, "Be still and know that I am God"" and this, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" The terrorists, the haters, the killers have separated themselves from God. They will find no help in the life after for their sins against humanity. God wants us to love each other, if you are still you will know His peace. Pray
On this day
2013 Pam and I went to Norma's to put up her tree for her because she had foot surgery. Then we went out to see Pam's new grandson Emmett. Pam, Norma and I have a lot of history, we have been friends since 1973. I am sure you have that one or more friend that you can laugh and reminisce with, if not - get one!
1948 - The "Pumpkin Papers" came to public light. The House Un-American Activities Committee announced that former Communist spy Whittaker Chambers had produced microfilm of secret documents hidden inside a pumpkin on his Maryland farm. Before they had cell phones.
Parenting
How should we teach our children to deal with the horror and violence they see on TV? Oh, don't let them watch the news? Well, most of the programs, Law and Order, CSI, even Castle all deal with violence and murder. Are we obsessed? Is the answer to get rid of guns? In Africa the people are unarmed and the armed invaders come in and steal 200 of their school girls. They overpower the citizens and make the boys into murderous armies. So, what is the answer? Arm everyone and have an out and out war? Scare ourselves so bad that we shoot the paperboy when he comes to deliver the paper? Live in constant fear of attackers? What is the answer? It starts with our children.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Speaking of war and peace. Many stories told on the subject of war.
Linz Austria
This looks like a lively place to stay! Wolfinger Hotel.
Enjoy the Day! Make it Memorable! Happy Birthday John!!
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
December 2, 2015 Wednesday #staymotivated!#Trust#customs#habit#Austria!
Get Fit
Stay motivated! The Christmas season is here so, on top of the extra work like decorating, shopping, baking and such keep doing your workouts. It should balance out the extra calories or at least keep you in the habit for the New Year.
Get Faith
Isaiah 40:28-31 "Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom." How long are you here? God has been here since the beginning and will be till the end. The Alpha and Omega. Isaiah reminds us that this God that is all in all, will always care for you no matter where you are or what you do - don't leave His embrace, trust in God.
On this day
2012 I picked up my neighbor Al and took her and Mom to church for the Carol a Long. We sing all the Christmas music, hymns, and popular Jingle Bell type stuff. Santa also shows up for the kids. It is a regular custom now. It is always the first Sunday in December, which is this coming Sunday.
1998 - Microsoft Corp. chairman Bill Gates donated $100 million to help immunize children in developing countries. Capitalism at its best! Free to do whatever you want with your money!
Parenting
So much of what we do is habit. I am extremely habitual - Monday laundry and Friday house cleaning and much more in between. Melissa and I were talking about this yesterday. She said she didn't want to "trap" herself into always doing things at a regular time. She wanted to be free. Then she found out nothing was getting done. There is a sense of accomplishment in achieving a balance of responsibilities and free time. I have found that I enjoy my free time more when I know I will have clean underwear tomorrow.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Still in the character set up of this book. I am getting a sense of who I will like and who I won't. Such a great descriptive writer.
Linz Austria geography
This country is surrounded by 7 other European countries. What a wonderful place to see!
Enjoy the Day! Make it Memorable!
Stay motivated! The Christmas season is here so, on top of the extra work like decorating, shopping, baking and such keep doing your workouts. It should balance out the extra calories or at least keep you in the habit for the New Year.
Get Faith
Isaiah 40:28-31 "Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom." How long are you here? God has been here since the beginning and will be till the end. The Alpha and Omega. Isaiah reminds us that this God that is all in all, will always care for you no matter where you are or what you do - don't leave His embrace, trust in God.
On this day
2012 I picked up my neighbor Al and took her and Mom to church for the Carol a Long. We sing all the Christmas music, hymns, and popular Jingle Bell type stuff. Santa also shows up for the kids. It is a regular custom now. It is always the first Sunday in December, which is this coming Sunday.
1998 - Microsoft Corp. chairman Bill Gates donated $100 million to help immunize children in developing countries. Capitalism at its best! Free to do whatever you want with your money!
Parenting
So much of what we do is habit. I am extremely habitual - Monday laundry and Friday house cleaning and much more in between. Melissa and I were talking about this yesterday. She said she didn't want to "trap" herself into always doing things at a regular time. She wanted to be free. Then she found out nothing was getting done. There is a sense of accomplishment in achieving a balance of responsibilities and free time. I have found that I enjoy my free time more when I know I will have clean underwear tomorrow.
Book Club War and Peace by Tolstoy
Still in the character set up of this book. I am getting a sense of who I will like and who I won't. Such a great descriptive writer.
Linz Austria geography
This country is surrounded by 7 other European countries. What a wonderful place to see!
Enjoy the Day! Make it Memorable!
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
December 1, 2015 Tuesday #Disco#lightoftheworld#statements#
Get Fit
How about some Disco with Richard today? It gets the heart started!
Get Faith
Isaiah 60:1-3 All the lights in the world cannot compare with the light of Jesus. These three lines from Isaiah tells of the coming of the Christ Child. A child with a light so bright it was a star over the earth to lead the way on a dark night, it is the light that can reach the darkest inner spaces of a person and give them light in their darkest hour. He is the way, He is the truth, He is the light. But go ahead and put up those Christmas lights in His honor!
On this day
2010 - As on the first of every month when you are an office worker the company statements have to go out to all the customers. I actually did that for 45 years working for two different companies. I can't say I miss it. It is one of those repetitive things that you do without thinking sometime. The one change was that with the start of computers we didn't have to type them out, the computer did all that. Thank God for computers. Did you work in an office? Maybe you still do.
1909 - The Pennsylvania Trust Company, of Carlisle, PA, became the first bank in the in the U.S. to offer a Christmas Club account. I remember these but never had one, how about you?
Parenting
I am a cat momma. Or a crazy cat lady, not sure which. We do love our pets don't we? This cat of my daughter's is so spoiled and now there is no going back. At least he has gone from biting me to cuddling. I actually prefer dogs, just not the fact that they are needier. What do you have?
Book club War and Peach by Tolstoy
Have you read this? I am enjoying it, the story is just setting up though, with character background and such. I'm sure I will enjoy it.
Linz Austria Just arrived!
How about some Disco with Richard today? It gets the heart started!
Get Faith
Isaiah 60:1-3 All the lights in the world cannot compare with the light of Jesus. These three lines from Isaiah tells of the coming of the Christ Child. A child with a light so bright it was a star over the earth to lead the way on a dark night, it is the light that can reach the darkest inner spaces of a person and give them light in their darkest hour. He is the way, He is the truth, He is the light. But go ahead and put up those Christmas lights in His honor!
On this day
2010 - As on the first of every month when you are an office worker the company statements have to go out to all the customers. I actually did that for 45 years working for two different companies. I can't say I miss it. It is one of those repetitive things that you do without thinking sometime. The one change was that with the start of computers we didn't have to type them out, the computer did all that. Thank God for computers. Did you work in an office? Maybe you still do.
1909 - The Pennsylvania Trust Company, of Carlisle, PA, became the first bank in the in the U.S. to offer a Christmas Club account. I remember these but never had one, how about you?
Parenting
I am a cat momma. Or a crazy cat lady, not sure which. We do love our pets don't we? This cat of my daughter's is so spoiled and now there is no going back. At least he has gone from biting me to cuddling. I actually prefer dogs, just not the fact that they are needier. What do you have?
Book club War and Peach by Tolstoy
Have you read this? I am enjoying it, the story is just setting up though, with character background and such. I'm sure I will enjoy it.
Linz Austria Just arrived!
141 people looked at this hotel in the last hour
Most recent review
"Book on the river side it's worth the extra few dollars. Enjoy the Danube and the hills around Linz."
A Traveller, Nov 2015, US This place looks great! Lets stay here!
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