When I think of God, my heart is so full of joy that the notes leap and dance as they leave my pen; and since God has given me a cheerful heart, I serve Him with a cheerful spirit.
From Proverbs 15:15: All the days of the poor are hard, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.”
Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) was an Austrian composer. Some of his most instrumental achievements dealt with the development of chamber music (both string quartet and piano trio).
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Which of the following comes closest to being a factual statement?
A) Lawyer: “Our whole political system is corrupt.”
B) Upholster: “These are the most comfortable chairs we make.”
C) Coin collector: “Fewer than ten of these silver coins were minted in the year 1947.”
(answer found at the end of this post)
Nicknamed by some as “The Accidental President,” Millard Fillmore served as the 13th President of the United States (1850-1853).
Here are a few quick facts about President Fillmore:
As a young mill worker, Fillmore read the dictionary during breaks. He was primarily self-taught. His only formal teacher was Abigail Powers, who would later become his wife. She was instrumental in starting a Presidential Library, which was housed in the White House.
Like Abraham Lincoln, Fillmore rose from his childhood log cabin to reside in the White House. He also served in Congress as a U.S. Representative from New York state.
Fillmore was a relative political unknown when he was tapped to become Zachary Taylor’s running mate in the election of 1848. Few could have imagined that he would be called upon to fill Taylor’s shoes as President. He joined William Tyler as one more Vice President taking the oath of office following the death of the incumbent President.
One of the most significant achievements of the Fillmore’s administration was supporting the Compromise of 1850. Though opposed to slavery, he valued the preservation of the Union at any cost. An uneasy peace would remain until the election of Abraham Lincoln in 1860.
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All others are opinion or conjecture.
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When we are willing to take the first step, we begin to witness the waiting embers of our full potential.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated October 21)
The law is the only protection of the weak, and the only efficient restraint upon the strong.
The man who can look upon a crisis without being willing to offer himself upon the altar of his country is not for public trust.
Milliard Fillmore (188-1874) was the 13th President of the United States. As Vice President, he ascended to the Presidency upon the death of President Zachary Taylor.
Lost
Wayward sheep
Surrounded in darkness
Shepherd’s light finding each
Gathering
Questions
Empty answers
Life’s harsh wilderness
Shepherd’s light sharing grace
Illuminating
Forsaken
Coldest nights
Enemy’s false promises
Shepherd’s light warming hearts
Nurturing
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God engineers a narrow road to keep us focused on His light shining ahead of us, and not on the darkness on either side of the road.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated October 20)
God calls us to seek Him daily in order to serve Him daily.
From Psalm 92:1-2: “It is good to give thanks to the Lord, to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, to declare Your steadfast love in the morning and Your faithfulness by night.”
Sheila Cragg (born 1938) is an American Christian writer. Her numerous books share a dynamic faith and witness, and she has served as a mentor for other Christian writers.
Autumn’s faithful gateway
Crisp mornings rolling out
Season’s changing screenplay
Brilliant colors now shout
Kaleidoscope of tints
Autumn’s happy exchange
Day’s colorful blueprint
Fallen leaves to arrange
Summer’s heat fades away
Winter patiently parks
Autumn’s vibrant bouquet
Each color-filled trademark
More gentle days ahead
How quickly they will go
Each vivid, glossy spread
Autumn’s colored chateau
Few more colors glowing
Nature quiets her pace
Autumn’s rainbow slowing
Full of Creator’s grace
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There is something about observing nature that stirs our wonder and imagination.
Do you write a daily journal? This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts. Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.
(Updated October 19)
Dreams don’t have deadlines. Believe in yourself.
You can’t let your past hold your future hostage.
LL Cool J (born 1968) is an American rapper, songwriter, and actor. In addition to his singing credits, he has starred in the long-running television drama, “NCIS: Los Angeles.” His real name is James Todd Smith.
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