The start of another week, where does the time go? It is very overcast and gloomy here today but no rain as yet although Becky who lives about six miles away has had some showers.
I hope you are all displaying the green/blue J-Land anniversary graphic on your sidebars in honour of the anniversary on the 21st. If not please feel free to snag it from here now
SUGAR is doing a special memorial to all J-Landers pets who have passed away during the last three years. If you would like your pet included, please write to Sugar with some details and a photograph if possible. She will be happy to include your pet. *If you have lost a loved one - a family member or a dear friend during the past three years then please visit ROXY as she is going to do something special in remembrance of those you have loved and lost. Do not forget to visit VIVIAN as well to keep up to date on all that is planned. I know a chat room is being arranged where we can all get together. Not forgetting DONNA who has made some great celebratory graphics.
I am glad you liked the video that I posted yesterday. I think Jesse and Jack are quite proud of being beamed into all your homes. I hope to put another video on in the near future and, much to their disappointment it will not be the dogs again.
At the start of this entry I mentioned time and how quickly it passes. We are always in a rush aren't we, always something to do. Years ago you never heard the expression ASAP. Now it is commonplace. ASAP - as soon as possible. The pace of life is much faster than it used to be, the world is full of trouble, there always seems to be something to worry us. So today I wanted to share a little poem with you.
This poem was given to me yesterday by the husband of a neighbour. They are going through the most awful circumstances at the moment. Heartrending and tragic, yet they still find the time to think of other people. I will not put their details on here, that would be an invasion of their privacy. But I do ask you to keep Jackie and Ron in your thoughts and for those of you who pray, in your prayers. Always take the time in this mad and fast-paced world to think of others and always try and set aside a little quiet time for yourself and your family. Always remember, not everything has to be done ASAP. This abbreviation can also stand for something else - always say a prayer.
There's work to do, deadlines to meet
You've got not time to spare,
But as you hurry and scurry -
ASAP - always say a prayer.
In the midst of family chaos,
Quality time is rare
Do your best, let God do the rest -
ASAP - always say a prayer.
It may seem like your worries
Are more than you can bear,
Slow down and take a breather -
ASAP - always say a prayer.
God know how stressful life is
He wants to ease our cares,
And He'll respond to all your needs
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.
Author unknown.
Wishing you all a peaceful, happy and stress-free week.
16 comments:
Lovely entry and I will keep your friends in my prayers. You are so right about everything needing to be done ASAP! And time sure does go fast. Our time here is just a blink of an eye.
Enjoy the rest of your day.~~~~Pamela
TY for posting re The Pet Memorial! {{{{}}}}
Jackie & Ron in my prayers dear.
Nice poem!!!
Blessings, Sugar
Ican remember a few years ago asking my daughter Kate what ASAP meant , I soon learned ,especially at work ,I think I like your version best ,what a lovely prayer Jeannette ,we had rain over night ,.............Jan xx
Love your poem and graphics today. My prayers are with Jackie and Ron. May God see to their needs. Helen
Hi Jeannette,
You`re so right, we all seem to live life at an amazingly fast pace, though I`m sure it wouldn`t hurt one bit to slow down a little. I for one really should slow right down. The poem certainly gives us food for thought. I`ll keep Jackie and Ron in my thoughts and prayers and hope all will be well for them.
Sandra xxxx
I am happy my computer was able to play the video of Jesse and Jack even though it would have to start and stop several times to load. I like the poem and slowing down is a definite plus when it comes to stress. There is just so much information today which can seem overwhelming. mark
ah its hot as heck here 100 almost and no rain for a two week period and not much before and no rain for a while yet
Lovely poem and your graphics are great. will say a prayer for tyour friends. Love Joan.
wouldn't it be lovely to slow down time ~ to take life at a leisurely pace ~ instead of everything being so hectic ~ loved that poem and I pray Jackie and Ron have the strength they need to get through the tragic circumstances they are facing ~ Ally
I sure wish I could slow down time! Have a good week.
Missie
I'll always take the time to say a prayer . I will pray for them, how nice to have some good neightbors like that. 'On Ya' - ma
Thinking of your neighbours and wishing them all the best.I like your poem,everyone is in a rush these days,we live at such a fast pace,not always good for your health!.........Jeanxx
Time certainly passes very quickly without us rushing around. If people tell me they want something done as soon as possible I tell them they'll have to wait. I refuse to rush round like a mad woman and get stressed for others! Very nice poem. I hope your neighbours will be OK and things turn out well for them. Jeannette xx
That is a great poem. We all need to be reminded that prayers heal.
What a beautiful prayer and entry!! I snagged the graphics too and thank you so much for sharing!! I also invited Pat to my journal since it is private and sent her an invite... so slow responding to the email you sent to welcome her but I did finally make it there!! Hugs,
Lisa
Jeannette
You were absolutely right. I love it! Thanks so much for sharing.
hugs
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