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Day 1397:  A Photo A Day

5/21/2022

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"Lily of the Valley" was Mom's favorite perfume. We planted these at the end of last season and are thrilled to see them bloom!
I was searching for a poem about lilies of the valley and found this lovely one by
​Lorraine @ Grateful Prayer | Thankful Heart
Lily of the Valley and Christ Is Poem
by Lorraine @ Grateful Prayer | Thankful Heart

I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys.
Song of Solomon 2:1


To the ARTIST He is the One Altogether Lovely.
To the ARCHITECT He is the Chief Corner Stone.
To the BAKER He is the Living Bread.
To the BANKER He is the Hidden Treasure.
To the BIOLOGIST He is the Life.
To the BUILDER He is the Sure Foundation.
To the CARPENTER He is the Door.
To the DOCTOR He is the Great Physician.
To the EDUCATOR He is the Great Teacher.
To the ENGINEER He is the New and Living Way.
To the FLORIST He is the Rose of Sharon and the Lily of the Valley.
To the GEOLOGIST He is the Rock of Ages.
To the HORTICULTURIST He is the True Vine.
To the JUDGE He is the Righteous Judge, Judge of All Men.
To the JEWELER He is the Pearl of Great Price.
To the LAWYER He is the Counselor, the Lawgiver, the Advocate.
To the NEWS REPORTER He is the Good Tidings of Great Joy.
To the OCULIST He is the Light of the Eyes.
To the PHILANTHROPIST He is the Unspeakable Gift.
To the PHILOSOPHER He is the Wisdom of God.
To the PREACHER He is the Word of God.
To the SCULPTOR He is the Living Stone.
To the SERVANT He is the Good Master.
To the STATESMAN He is the Desire of All Nations.
To the STUDENT He is the Incarnate Truth.
To the THEOLOGIAN He is the Author and Finisher of our Faith.
To the TOILER He is the Giver of Rest.
To the SINNER He is the Lamb of God that takes away the sins of the World.
To the CHRISTIAN He is the Son of the Living God, the Savior, the Redeemer and the Lord!
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Day 1374:  A Photo A Day

11/29/2020

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Yesterday's walk around Swayze Mill Park
It was a great cloudy day for a walk yesterday. As I was walking I listened to this awesome podcast episode, "Come Home To Yourself".  I don't remember who recommended Emily P. Freeman's podcast, but this was my first listen-- and I listened TWICE!  So good!  If you have a tendency towards self-criticism you may really enjoy this like I did!  Click here 
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"The Color of Music" Virtual Art Exhibit

10/13/2020

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"It's Such A Good Feeling" (Fred Rogers), 4.5 x 4.5 art in 10 x 10 matted frame, Paper collage and quilling
My friend Emily Gilman Beezley suggested our art group participate in this Inside Small "The Color of Music" show. I'm pleased that my piece was accepted!  The requirements were to produce a piece of art smaller no larger than 10" x 10" (total) inspired by a piece of music. I recently saw this PBS broadcast, "Won't You Be My Neighbor" about Mr. Rogers, and was blown away. I don't remember being that interested in Mr. Rogers as a child, and unfortunately knew more about the mockeries of him than the man himself. After watching the documentary and learning more, I now LOVE and greatly admire Fred Rogers and everything he devoted his life to, namely... helping children feel loved and special.  I wish I had watched more of his shows as a youngster. But one of my new favorite sayings is... Better late than never!

In 2005, an album of his songs by various award-winning artists was produced, "Songs from the Neighborhood" and earned a Grammy for Best Children's album. The songs are amazing and I'm so delighted to find them. Their tender message of love is so uplifting, especially during this difficult time. Here's another link to a video of the performers on the album. I especially like "It's You I Like" and "It's Such a Good Feeling" by B.J. Thomas (what a throwback and amazing voice!)

My piece (above) was inspired by Mr. Rogers' fun, loving, friendly songs, and a nostalgic 1970's vibe. Hope you enjoy!  Please visit "The Color of Music" Online Show for more amazing pieces and to vote for your favorite piece!!  

​This piece is available for $225.00 plus shipping.
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New Techniques

6/25/2020

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Experimenting with new techniques in Photoshop using the tools from Creators Couture tutorial here.
Took a photo of Mom from her Fredonia State Teachers College Graduation in 1960 and gave it paintinerly effect! My father took this photo of Mom before they were married. Dad was 26, Mom 21.
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Digital Artist Hal Lasko

5/5/2020

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As my pursuit of creating art digitally is expanding I googled, "Top Digital Artists" today. This guy came up!  If you have time, it's a beautiful, short, multiple-award winning film about this 97 year-old artist, his life and art. Enjoy!
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The lovely poem Hal mentions (below) is by New Jerseyan, Joyce Kilmer (1886-1918)

​TREES (1913)

I think that I shall never see
A poem lovely as a tree.

A tree whose hungry mouth is pressed
Against the earth's sweet flowing breast;

A tree that looks at God all day
And lifts her leafy arms to pray;

A tree that may in summer wear
A nest of robins in her hair;

Upon whose bosom snow has lain;
Who intimately lives with rain.

Poems are made by fools like me,
But only God can make a tree.
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Day 1346:  A Photo A Day • National Day of Prayer

3/15/2020

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"Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:27
Our pastor shared President Trump's proclamation during this morning's service. I say, "AMEN!"

President
​Donald J. Trump
's
Proclamation issued
​March 14, 2020

In our times of greatest need, Americans have always turned to prayer to help guide us through trials and periods of uncertainty.  As we continue to face the unique challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans are unable to gather in their churches, temples, synagogues, mosques, and other houses of worship.  But in this time we must not cease asking God for added wisdom, comfort, and strength, and we must especially pray for those who have suffered harm or who have lost loved ones.  I ask you to join me in a day of prayer for all people who have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic and to pray for God’s healing hand to be placed on the people of our Nation.

As your President, I ask you to pray for the health and well-being of your fellow Americans and to remember that no problem is too big for God to handle.  We should all take to heart the holy words found in 1 Peter 5:7:  “Casting all your care upon him, for he careth for you.”  Let us pray that all those affected by the virus will feel the presence of our Lord’s protection and love during this time.  With God’s help, we will overcome this threat.

On Friday, I declared a national emergency and took other bold actions to help deploy the full power of the Federal Government to assist with efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic.  I now encourage all Americans to pray for those on the front lines of the response, especially our Nation’s outstanding medical professionals and public health officials who are working tirelessly to protect all of us from the coronavirus and treat patients who are infected; all of our courageous first responders, National Guard, and dedicated individuals who are working to ensure the health and safety of our communities; and our Federal, State, and local leaders.  We are confident that He will provide them with the wisdom they need to make difficult decisions and take decisive actions to protect Americans all across the country.  As we come to our Father in prayer, we remember the words found in Psalm 91:  “He is my refuge and my fortress:  my God; in him will I trust.”

As we unite in prayer, we are reminded that there is no burden too heavy for God to lift or for this country to bear with His help.  Luke 1:37 promises that “For with God nothing shall be impossible,” and those words are just as true today as they have ever been.  As one Nation under God, we are greater than the hardships we face, and through prayer and acts of compassion and love, we will rise to this challenge and emerge stronger and more united than ever before.  May God bless each of you, and may God bless the United States of America.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim March 15, 2020, as a National Day of Prayer for All Americans Affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic and for our National Response Efforts.  I urge Americans of all faiths and religious traditions and backgrounds to offer prayers for all those affected, including people who have suffered harm or lost loved ones.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fourteenth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-fourth.

                                                                  --PRESIDENT DONALD J. TRUMP
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Praying you and your family experience God's supernatural grace, peace, protection, ​and health ​during this difficult time

I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have [perfect] peace and confidence.
In the world you have tribulation and trials and distress and frustration;
but be of good cheer [take courage; be confident, certain, undaunted]!
For I have overcome the world. [I have deprived it of power to harm you and
​have conquered it for you.]   John 16:33 AMPC
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Day 1345:  A Photo A Day

3/4/2020

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Have you ever seen this? Koko’s Kitten appeared on the January 1985 cover of National Geographic magazine. I love it! This picture has been with me for over 30 years, first in different college dorm rooms and now in my studio. I see it as an illustration of God’s humongous, powerful yet gentle love. That is, Koko = God’s love, the kitten = me and you.

​In the 1980s, as I began to know and experience God’s love for the first time, I wanted to share this joy with others! I moved to DE to attend Bible School, and in 1989 participated in a short-term Missions Trip to Asia-- China, Hong Kong, Philippines, and Korea. One of the highlights was sharing our personal evangelism stories on camera to a church in Manila, Philippines, then going out to train teams in street evangelism.

Has love ever led you
​out of your comfort zone?

One of my favorite verses is “And we have known and believed the love God has for us. God is love.” I John 4:16.  Knowing and believing God's love remains a lifelong pursuit of mine. It was the love of God that brought my husband, Evan into my life in 2006 at the age of 41. Inscribed on our wedding bands is “God is love, 1 John 4:8” along with our wedding date, 6/30/07.  

A friend recently shared this amazing quote with me from Mark DeJesus’ book, Exposing the Rejection Mindset, 

“What if you knew your were fully loved,
​accepted, approved, and validated by God?”
 

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Mac Monday!

2/17/2020

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Mac made another appearance today
on The Daily Bunny!

See his post here
Thank you, DailyBunny.org!

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Day 1344:  A Photo A Day • Mac Monday!

1/20/2020

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Mac is today's bunny on The Daily Bunny!
Click here dailybunny.org

Angela and bunny Orly are one of our favorites on this site!
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Heavenly music • Schubert's "Ave Maria"

12/20/2019

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I recently heard the opening of this familiar song in a commercial, so I looked it up online. One of the comments is, "This may be the greatest piece of music ever composed." I agree!!! The piano makes me think of fluttering angels wings. Interestingly, the Austrian composer Franz Peter Schubert, one of the greatest composers of Western classical music, only gave ONE concert of his own works during his lifetime! He was 31 and died 8 months later (source: Wikipedia). What a short lifetime for this incredibly gifted and prolific artist!
Shalom peace to you during this holy season of our beloved Savior's birth
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