Revelation - IONA

Enjoy the beauty of art...listen to the calm of the music...know and understand that your mindset is triggered by many things...sounds, sight, smell, taste...it can all be NOISE or it can be what sooths your soul.

Sit back and listen to one of my favorite selections from IONA's "Woven Cord" the whole album worth a the listen...

A Baptism by "Red Ink"

A Baptism by “Red Ink”!

I anxiously awaited my copy of “Red Ink” by author Kathi Macias to arrive from Amazon, as I had gone to every bookstore, including Christian Bookstores to try to find it;  they were either sold out or awaiting shipment. While awaiting the arrival of my copy, I started reading other reviews and impressions of the book, which increased my excitement and wanting to dive in to the read as soon as it arrived.

Admittedly, I have not read any other books or novels by Kathi Macias’s, so “Red Ink” was my first exposure to her writing style...A baptism by “Red Ink”!!

 I am a die-hard Jane Austen, Dickens fan and in Christian writing…C.S. Lewis, Francine Rivers, Jerry Jenkins and Tom LaHaye connoisseur.  I like my stories descriptive and meaty, challenging my knowledge (historical and/or scriptural), while working with analogies and metaphors to develop the characters and plot….building the conflict to a boiling point that the reader’s thirst for the answers or solution are met and then lead the reader to a place where they want more, while creating the anticipation for the next good read.  My expectations as a reader is high and even when I delight in an easy/fun read…I want a challenge to draw me back to the book and to more works from the same author.

“Red Ink” is multi-faceted with three different storylines that ultimately interconnect in some form; even if it is only through prayer..  I was immediately caught up in the story as Ms Macias’s writing technique of introducing all three storylines in the first few short chapters intrigued me, yet didn’t overwhelm with too much information.  It is a story of perseverance in the face of evil, the power of unceasing prayers and unshakeable faith in a God that promises deliverance from evil.

Twelve Days of Christmas Music: Manheim Steamroller Still Still Still

One of my favorite songs from Mannheim Steamroller. This video combines the beauty of the sights of the season and the music focus is on the Reason for the Season...The birth of Jesus Christ!

Kick-off the CHRISTmas Season and Pay It Forward

December 1st is the Second Annual Pay It Forward Day!

'Tis the season of Random Acts of Kindness...

PAY IT FORWARD all this month!!

What can you do to make another persons (a stranger) day better...promote their work...better their situation...take away a burden?  It doesn't have to be complicated...in fact...make it simple!

*Pay the toll of the person behind you.
*Pay for someone's cup of coffee.
*Donate clothes, money or books.
*Shovel your neighbors walk...Mow their lawn, Rake their leaves.
*Buy someone's groceries.
*Help someone with a bill.
*Visit a senior citizen.
*Write a letter to someone who has helped you or was instrumental in helping through a difficult time...thank them!
*SMILE at someone who looks sad or down!
*Let someone go ahead of you in a line.

When you do something for someone else, they are more inclined to do something nice for another person...if not, at least you have done a good deed!

So on December 1st and every day this month share some kindness...spread some joy!  It can be as little as a few dollars or a simple gesture...no one needs to know..but if you want to come here and let us know what you did...please do and we will share in the JOY!!

Spread the word!!  


Please share your Pay It Forwards here or at Facebook at Pay it Forward Day page.  This Facebook event was created by David Del Mundo....paying it forward today by spreading the word! 

PS 

It is a great way to start the CHRISTmas season...for HE Paid It Forward for ALL of us!!

Christmas Food Court Flash Mob, Hallelujah Chorus - Must See!

Get out the kleenex!! Sit back and enjoy...this little video is a great way to start the Christmas season. It loads a bit slowly but take the time to watch it all. We need a little bit more of this type of Christmas cheer at the holidays....It is time to put CHRIST back in to Christ-mas!

9/11 Bud Commercial - AIRED ONLY ONCE

In memory of those who lost their lives on 9/11....Lest we never forget!!

Kenny Chesney - Don't Blink

Are you leaving a Legacy?

What is the Legacy that YOU are leaving?

You do not have to be famous or make a ton of money to leave a Legacy...most people leave a secret legacy that is only told after they are gone by those who pass through a viewing line and tell you how your loved one touched their heart...guided their career or helped in a way that you are totally unaware.

It could have been words or just a gesture...

Wrinkled Ladies

This video speaks for itself. I was literally laughing out loud. I believe when we hit this stage of mid-life and meaning-to-pause moments...we must take some time to find the humor in our aging. This will give you a chuckle...

Dear Mr. President....

A message to our President, Elected Officials and BP:

Dear Sirs:

In light of the pickle we are in the gulf and the growing amount of oil building up there, along with the increased loss of animals and vegetation...I believe that Elvis has the solution to the problem..."a little less conversation and little more action, please" would be appropriate at this time!

Signed

A Citizen of the USA