Blessings? + Something Extra - Blessings In Disguise
Published: Wed, 08/31/16
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Quote: "The people who have achieved more than you, in any area, are only a half-step ahead of you in time. Bless them and praise their gifts, and bless and praise your own. The world would
be less rich without their contributions, and it would be less rich without yours. There's more than room for everyone; in fact, there's a need for everyone." --- Marianne Williamson Oh yes: a link to the image or you can copy and paste the url into your browser. This week's "Something Extra" : Blessings In Disguise Everything Happens For A Reason One of the major pitfalls about living in Maine is the very short summer. Adding to this seasonal drawback is
the fact that you spend the majority of the nice summer days preparing for the numerous harsh days of winter. Along with house repairs resulting from the damage from the previous winter, you must also get ready for the next long winter. However, every once in a while you just have to make time and force yourself to enjoy one of those nice days of summer in spite of what the approaching winter
has planned for you. On one exceptionally warm Sunday in July, my family decided that we were going to spend the day at Sandy Bottom Pond. Since the pond is a long distance from the church where I pastor, this was the first time we visited the popular summer spot. After church services we would take time off from our hectic schedule and just enjoy an afternoon of relaxation and playing in the
water. Following my closing remarks to members of the congregation, our family left church for our day of fun. As my wife, Methyl and daughter, Kelly changed into their swimsuits, I discovered that I had made a terrible mistake. I forgot my swimsuit at home. We brought our towels, sunscreen, beach toys, lawn chairs, snacks, sunglasses, sandals, but I forgot my swimsuit. I could have returned
home to get my missing swimsuit, but by the time I returned it would have been time to leave. What was I going to do? To read more, please click on the link or copy and paste the url into your browser: Wishing you a day filled with blessings! Love, Marlene |
