Sunday, April 15, 2012
~ Love Is... ~ A Walk Thru My Gardens
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Just a little walk thru our spring gardens ... there is nothing more peaceful for me than a early morn walk, time with God in chat & prayer, the soft sweet fragrance filling the dew kissed morn, the birds tweeting & flitting about ... & gratitude for my precious hubby giving me a hand in keeping the gardens awesome.
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Everybody should just make a conscious decision to be happy & to have a good day - every morning. It's easier to be happy than angry. Anger uses up a lot of energy that could be used for SMILING.
The trick is to figure out a way to live within your means, & want what you have, not what you want.
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~ Realizing ~
Nothing sucks more than that moment during an argument when you realize you're wrong.
As you slide down the banisters of life may the splinters never point the wrong way.
~ Friends ~
The best kind of friend
is the one you could sit on a porch with,
never saying a word,
and walk away feeling like
that was the best conversation you've had.
is the one you could sit on a porch with,
never saying a word,
and walk away feeling like
that was the best conversation you've had.
Stronger Than Before
"Broken wings take time to mend,
Before they learn to fly again.
On the breath of God they’ll soar,
They’ll be stronger than before.
Don’t look back into the past,
What was fire now is ash.
Let it all be dead and gone,
The time is now for moving on."
~ Janny Grien
Portion of her song lyrics
~ Stronger Than Before
Before they learn to fly again.
On the breath of God they’ll soar,
They’ll be stronger than before.
Don’t look back into the past,
What was fire now is ash.
Let it all be dead and gone,
The time is now for moving on."
~ Janny Grien
Portion of her song lyrics
~ Stronger Than Before
A fool is known by his speech; and a wise man by silence.
~ A Rose ~
Life is like a flower, it grows from a seed, blossoms into a precious bud that opens into a glorious bloom ... that one day will fade away.
(written for Marie 2/2/13 entered heaven 3/27/13)
(written for Marie 2/2/13 entered heaven 3/27/13)
The biggest sin one can create for their selves is deceit
A good marriage is the union of two forgivers. ~ Ruth Bell Graham
~ Poignant ~
Our mind is our garden
Our thoughts are the seeds
So we can grow flowers
Or we can grow weeds
Our thoughts are the seeds
So we can grow flowers
Or we can grow weeds
Where will you be sitting in eternity ...
Smoking ... OR ...
Non-smoking
Smoking ... OR ...
Non-smoking
~ Memory ~
He who is not very strong in memory, should not meddle with falsehoods
~ Friendship ~
Friendship consists in forgetting what one gives & remembering what one receives.
~ Unspoken ~
Silences make the real conversations between friends. Not the saying but the never needing to say is what counts.
~ A Friend... ~
A true friend unbosoms freely, advises, justly, assists readily, adventures boldly, takes all patiently, defends courageously, & continues a friend unchangeably.
~ Insight ~
The higher a monkey climbs, the more you see of its behind. (Joseph Stillwell)
Don’t speak to me...
... about your religion; first show it to me in how you treat other people.
Don't tell me how much you love your god; show me in how much you love all his children.
Don't preach to me your passion for your faith; teach me through your compassion for your neighbors.
In the end, I'm not as interested in what you have to tell or sell as I am in how you choose to live and give....
Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey
Don't tell me how much you love your god; show me in how much you love all his children.
Don't preach to me your passion for your faith; teach me through your compassion for your neighbors.
In the end, I'm not as interested in what you have to tell or sell as I am in how you choose to live and give....
Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey
~ Rose Kisses ~
A rose will bud, bloom & glow
Beneath the heavenly skies
Kissed by God
To bring a smile.
by Marydon
Beneath the heavenly skies
Kissed by God
To bring a smile.
by Marydon
~ Life's Mirror ~
When the mirror of life reveals our backside.....our past....do we smile and reveal the love and blessings of Christ? or do we hide amongst the pain that pulls us down?
The way to love anything is to realize that it might be lost
Sometimes
... a storm in your life is what will blow you to the place you are longing to be. ~ Beth Moore
I Am A Christian & A Catholic ...
...do not attack others for their beliefs … let them worship as they please
Follow Me
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~ Corrections ~
When you realize you've made a mistake
Take immediate steps to correct it
Take immediate steps to correct it
~ Lesson ~
When you lose, don't lose the lesson
~ Vacations ~
Vacations are to enjoy, when you return home to recuperate.
~Fudge~
Our church is like fudge,
Sweet with a few nuts.
(sign down the street from our town)
Sweet with a few nuts.
(sign down the street from our town)
~ Wisdom ~
Life without God is like an unsharpened pencil ... it has no point. (TY Rita)
~ Tomorrow ... ~
Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. (Matthew 6:34)
~ There is nothing ...
I would not do for those who are really my friends. I have no notion of loving people by halves. (Jane Austin)
~ Guidepost ~
The past is a guide post, not a hitching post.
~ Wise ~
The greatest use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it.
(William James)
~ To Forgive ...
Is To Restore ~
~ Truly Love ~
All that matters in the end is you truly loved.
~ Forgiving Love ~
The unjust live happily ever after, getting exactly what they wanted. Forgive them, for they know what they have done.
~ Living Life ~
Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass-It's about learning to dance in the rain.(TY Sandi)
~ Mistakes Happen ~
The greatest love in the world is when you can admit you made a mistake without anger
~ God & The Bible & The World ~
Of all the dispositions & habits which
lead to political prosperity, religion &
morality are indispensable supports.
It is impossible to rightly govern the
world without God and the Bible
George Washington
~ A Bump In the Road ~
When you reach a bump in the road, you're not the only person to ever reach that particular bump & you're not the last. It's how you handle that bump that matters.
~ Life Is Short ~
Break the rules ... Forgive quickly ... Kiss slowly ... Love truly ... Laugh uncontrollably ... Never regret anything that made you smile.
~ Lifes Shadows ~
Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine
~Shine A Little Light~
I just read that kids brighten the home ~
That’s because they never turn off the lights.
~ Grab My Button ~
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Fun Frolicking Fantasy ~ Country Wings In Phoenix ~
trinkets treasures and TeA
Celestina Marie Designs
~ F R O G ~
F(orever)
R(ely)
O(n)
G(od)
Words To Live By ...
Aspire to inspire
Before you expire ...
~ Chuckle ~
God may have created man before woman, but there is always a rough draft before the masterpiece
~ BIBLE ~
BIBLE = Basic Instruction Before Leaving Earth
~ THANK YOU FOR FREEDOM ~
God sought us
His Son bought us
The Holy Ghost taught us ...
Our soldiers fought (fight) for us.
(written by Fr. Jason & Marydon Ford)
~ Bed of Roses ~
Cover me in pink roses & lie me down to rest! Amongst the pink petals, truly the best. (written by Marydon Ford)
~ Love & Laugh ~
Love like there is no tomorrow
Laugh to fill your heart.
(written by Marydon Ford)
~ Life ~
“Sure today is the first day of the rest of your life, but so was yesterday & look at how that turned out”
~ Chuckle ~
Everyone has a photographic memory, some just don’t have film
~ Wisdom ~
Failure is only the opportunity to begin again more intelligently.
~ IF ... ~
only we could rewind our lives, we could have loved better, deeper & harder. We would have said 'I love you' more often & we certainly would have taken better care of ourselves.
~ Listening ...
is not the same as being quiet. After the quiet comes the effort to show you understand.
~ "Perfect love ...
sometimes does not come until grandchildren are born”
~ ...the moment ...~
Glimpse at the past
Look forward to the future
Treasure the present
Embrace the moment
(written by Marydon Ford)
~ True friends ...
are not that easy to have, but the ones that I have know my heart & I theirs ... I wouldn't trade them for all the world.
~~ Healing ~~
Forgiveness is not something we do for other people we do it for ourselves -
Followers
~ Happiness ~
True happiness comes when we care about others more than ourselves
~ God's Gift ~
When God takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better.
~ Wisdom ~
The old believe everything, the middle aged suspect everything, the young know everything.
HSR ~ The Happiness You Already Have
Memories are treasures that time cannot destroy.They are the happy pathway to yesterday's bright joy.
~ JOY ~
J ~ Jesus
O ~ Others
Y ~ Yourself
O ~ Others
Y ~ Yourself
~ Smiles ~
When you smile I know you areplotting something naughty thatI must be involved in!
~Old Saying, But..... ~
When you use 'but', that is what you are (butt).
~Mistakes ....~
When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it
~ Humble ~
Happiness keeps you sweetTrials keep you strongSorrows keep you humanLife keeps you humble.
~ The easiet way to find something lost around the house
Is To Buy A Replacement ~
~The soul purpose of a child's middle name
is so he can tell when he's in real trouble.
~Sad Emotion ~
The only reason that anyone would hate you is because they want to be just like you
~Whine ~
Today is better, tomorrow will shine, whatever was happening, will be left far behind
~ Did you ever notice the Roman numerals for (40)
are XL
~Birds of a feather flock together ...
then crap on your car
~ Planting Seeds ~
***Where you plant a seed, beauty will bloom forth.Occasionally one seed will not bloom ... even when fertilized.***(Written by Marydon Ford)
~ WHY ~
I questioned 'WHY?!', He continued to listen. I turned a deaf ear, He spoke softly. I struggled & floundered, He continued to hold me up. I closed my eyes, He touched my heart. I looked for answers, He was patient. I begged for strength to endure, He gave me love.(Written by Marydon Ford)
~ Just Maybe ...~
If things aren't the way you want them to be, it just might be your fault.
~ Mind Set ~
Some minds are like concrete, thoroughly mixed up & permanently set.(TY Judy)
~ Good Morning ... ~
Everybody should just make a conscious decision to be happy & to have a good day - every morning. It's easier to be happy than angry. Anger uses up a lot of energy that could be used for SMILING.
~ G'morn Chuckle ~
I am only as strong as the chocolate I eat ...
~~The DEVIL vs WOMAN ~~
I want to be the kind of woman that when my feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "OH CRAP....She's up!!"
~ The Trick ... ~
The trick is to figure out a way to live within your means, & want what you have, not what you want.
~ God & Mosquitoes ~
The good Lord didn't create anything without a purpose, but mosquitoes come close.
~ Heavenly math ~
The best mathematical equation I have ever seen:1 cross + 3 nails = 4 given
~ Wisdom ~
He who cannot be a good follower, cannot be a good leader.
~ Concrete Minds ~
Some minds are like concreteThoroughly mixed up & permanently set.
~ Head & Heart ~
To handle yourself, use your headTo handle others, use your heart.
~ God's Food ~
God gives every bird it's food, but He does does not throw it into its nest.
~~ Consequences ~~
"The most difficult thing to live with are the consequences of other peoples decisions (& actions)" ... TY Ann
~Hook, Line, Sinker~
Let your hook always be cast. In the pool where you least expect it, will be fish.
~~~ The Heart ~~~
Sometimes the heart seeswhat is invisible to the eye.
~ Ancient Words of Wisdom ~
There are three things that inspire confidence in (one's) character: common sense; a polite, well disposed attitude & a sound moral reputation.
~~ Gentle Thoughts ~~
Did you ever notice: When you put these 2 words together 'The' and 'IRS' ... it spells 'THEIRS'.
~~ ART OF DISCRETION ~~
The real art of conversation is not only to say the right thing at the right time, but also to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.
About Me
~ Not by choice, but for love ~
The past is behind ...The future lies ahead ...... healing is love.
~ Moments ~
If you can smile when things go wrong, you have someone in mind to blame.
~~ Daily Blessing ~~
Today's Promise:And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever.
~~ Lost & Found ~~
The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement.
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- ~ Spring In Bloom & A BIG Gripe ~
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Good morning my Sweet friend !!! GORGEOUS !!! I LOVE seeing all your pretties out there, just KNOWING !! I WILL BE THERE SOON !!! Can you tell I am over the moon excited to sit out there and chat with you !!! And, of course Harold too !!! But, it's the girlie chat - chat that is soo FuN !! Can hardly stand it !! Hope you are both doing well, and taking good care of each other !!
ReplyDeleteGoodness, you have alot of property to take care of !! Unbelievable !! Lots of work for the two of you !! Lovin' that flag waving sooo beautifully across the clear blue sky !! We are blessed my friend ...
Sending lots of love, hugs, and warmth to surround the two of you this very day !!
See you both real soon !!
Hugs as always ~Tanza~ xo
*sigh* your garden is GORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteA garden that lovely didn't just happen overnight. Someone put a lot of work into it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Marydon...thanks for sharing. I enjoyed all of your photos and spring flowers so much. You are right...Love is sharing a beautiful garden with your 'GardenGuy'.
ReplyDeleteI see that springtime has erupted in your garden too. Lots of beauties. V
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flowers :)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely Sunday
Eva
Marydon, Everything in your garden looks so pretty. I would love to walk thru it myself. :):) Smiles to you sweet lady, Susie
ReplyDeleteThat is, without a doubt, one of the most lovely spring gardens I've ever seen. You and your hubby make a great gardening team!
ReplyDeletePhenomenal Garden!!! sandie
ReplyDeleteOh my dear sweet Marydon how in the world do you and Harold manage to keep up such a lovely garden. I loved our early morning walk through these gorgeous flowers.
ReplyDeleteJust can't imagine all this beauty in one area.
Your so right....Love is A Walk thru your gardens.
Wish I were there with you now sitting on your porch
Love ya
Maggie
You have so many lovely flowers, Marydon...no wonder you left to start every day reflecting in your garden!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
Awesome! Just lovely!
ReplyDeleteI LOVED my walk thru your gardens:) SO many beautiful flowers and they sure made me smile! Have a blessed day my friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeletePeaceful is right.. these are gorgeous.. we just had a freeze this week and it got lots of mine, of course my tulips are already bloomed and gone.. I really love your yard..hugs , Susie
ReplyDeleteOh Marydon what beautiful flowers to walk through. I love the purple tulips, but then I am partial to purple as if you can't tell. You and Harold have made such a beautiful flower garden. I would love just to sit on your porch with you and visit while looking at all of your pretties. Have a wonderful week. Hugs from Your Missouri Friend.
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are beautiful! I love the Love is..too! You have so many I don't think I have!
ReplyDeleteWe had a lone daffodil that perished from the bitter cold. Nothing will grow until mid-May!
Enjoy the week!
Oh, how beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBalisha
Good Morning Sweet Sis...
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous share this morning. I loved tiptoeing through the tulips with you this morning. (Now where did I put that little yukelaly?) We need a little music this morning.
I always love driving up the street and seeing that flag flying in the breeze. It is SO gorgeous. Love that most of all, and that porch. We had a few long talks there. It is so pretty and perfect, just the right place for a cup of tea.
I could see those pink blossoms just snowing away, I remember when I was there, it was pink snow coming down. So beautiful.
Thank you for taking me strolling this morning. I am SO missing you Sis. Have a glorious Monday. All my love, your lil Sis, Sherry
Love seeing all of those beautiful spring flowers.
ReplyDeleteJen @ Muddy Boot Dreams
I enjoyed my walk through your garden. I too love to be up and out walking in my garden in the early morn, before all of the noise of the day starts.
ReplyDeleteHi Marydon,
ReplyDeleteVery very pretty indeed! I love all your flowers.
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth
Oh my darlin', I so enjoyed strollin' through your beautiful colorful flowers. Fantastic!!!
ReplyDeleteI've got roses and a 'special' miracle over at my place.
God bless ya and have a glorious week my dear friend!!! :o)
I too enjoyed the stroll through your beautiful gardens, although I am lagging a little behind the group. My husband is such a big help to me in the gardens as well.
ReplyDeleteMy dear Marydon...
ReplyDeleteOh, what a lovely walk through your gardens....I am CRAVING some pretty posies. I can hardly wait. I think I'd better take myself to Trader's and at least get a little bouquet for myself... Still yukky here, although there is a glimmer of clear weather today. You know how things are here, in the Pacific NorthWET. :-)
Huggies and Lovies!
xoxoxo
Spencer
PS........Hi to Harold too.
I'm not sure it's fair to stroll through your pretty garden Marydon... I have NOTHING sprouting in my garden. We are just now getting a few buds on our trees. It's sunny, but still cool.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice that your hubby helps you, it's actually VERY NICE.
YES, I have the prettiest treasure box EVER from your sweet Sis. Over the top sweet. I'll blog about it as soon as I have all the right pictures. SHe is so so special to me. I know why you LOVE her soooo much.
Thanks for coming by the cottage.
Love Claudie
xoxoxoxoxo
Oh my goodness!!!! You must live in the Garden of Eden or in Paradise!!!!
ReplyDeleteSo gorgeous.
I love all of the flowers. I bet it smells absolutely wonderful.
Marydon, you have a perfectly lovely garden to walk in. The song "In The Garden" came to mind.
ReplyDeleteEverything was delightful..and made me smile!
Hugs,
Mona
~SIGH~ How I loved this walk with you sweet friend. You are blessed to have so many beautiful blooms. love all of your pretty tulips Marydon! The blooming trees are gorgeous. When the kids lived in Maryland for Beau's internship, Season loved all the flowering trees the best. She would send me so many pictures of them lining the streets in Fredrick.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it wonderful to have husbands that can help us in the garden? Dale has been edging the beds for me this week. I usually do it, but he does a much better line than I do.
I so enjoyed your post about Fort McHenry!!! You truly live in a wonderful part of our country...so much history and beauty.
I hope you are doing better sweetie. I think of you so much during my daily rounds.
sending much love...
Oh wow! Your gardens are gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteDee
Very pretty, especially the pink blossoms on the tree. Flowers are always such a welcome sight after a dreary winter here.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of your garden! It's lovely.
ReplyDeleteAll of the flowers that you showed have long been done blooming here in Illinois. Everything was 1-2 months early this year here.
Linda :)
Your slogans and quotes on the side of your blog inspired me to post one of my favorite poems. Thank you for coming over to my blog and following me. You are so appreciated.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Cindy