Today is the day
To get your body movin’
No more stagnating
Movin’ and groovin’
Keeps a body mighty fit
Can be overdone!!
Have a movin’, groovin Tuesday.
See ya later … I’m headed out today.
What’re you doin’?
Love & Virtual Hugs,
JanBeek
In her Annika Perry’s Writing Blog today, Annika posted this wonderful song:
Annika wrote,
To read/see/hear more of her post, click here:
“The specially organised show in the Netherlands
entitled ‘Eurovision: Europe Shine a Light’
was inspired by the song ‘Love Shine a Light’
by Katrina and the Waves
which won in 1997 for the UK.
The pièce de résistance
was the incredible finale;
singing alone at home,
the performers as a whole sung ‘Shine a Light’.
There was not a dry eye in the house
as the full impact of the One joining forces
to create a unity shone out across Europe!”
https://annikaperry.com/2020/07/05/pull-up-a-pew/
….and be sure to click on that gorgeous, inspiring You,Tube song.
Check out Annika’s delightful blog and leave a comment. Tell her JanBeek sent you!
Blogs like hers are such a gift…
…just as your visit to JanBeek and your comments
are a gift to me!
As I spend time reading my Bible and devotionals and spending time checking out the recent posts of the blogs I follow, I am especially cognizant of what a gift you writers are to me! You share from your souls – some grateful, some melancholy, some inspirational, others troubled or questioning, all are snippets of life in various parts of the world.
I love visiting, praying with, and walking with Donna “thefathersfeet” every morning:
I enjoy strolling through derrickjknight‘s garden and neighborhood with him & his wife (the head gardener) each day:
I am endebted to Cristian Mihai for his daily blogging tips and inspiration. He never fails to motivate my desire to log in to my WP site and share with you. He “walks the talk” and always practices what he preaches. His titles are often quite intriguing:
I fall in love with poetry all over again each day I log into Roth Poetry and read what Dwight has shared today. I love, love, love her “Life is a Poem” that she posted today. Click on “Roth’s Poetry” in blue up there to read the poem:
Love shines its light on me when I go to Pat Cegan’s “Source of Inspiration ” each day and dwell in the warmth of her poetry. I don’t have to do anything but just BEE there… and I feel healing love and peace radiate from her words.
If you want to practice shining the light of love on others, try going to:
I always enjoy Richard at BigSkyBuckeye and the ideas he shares so freely – his own as well as others. Today he shared his granddaughter’s poem in “Monday Memories:”
This poem is a guest post from my then 11-year old granddaughter. She wrote this poem for her Language Arts class, and she has given permission to post her untouched words just as she wrote them. Enjoy the gratitude that she shares.
Check it out… and share with me some of the blogs that are your daily go-to’s. Which bloggers inspire YOU the most?
Have a Wonderful Week, my friends.
I am shining the Light of Love in your direction today.
God Bless You!!
Virtual Hugs,
JanBeek
We had a wonderful sunrise this morning in our Madison Valley.
The view from my bed is beautiful… and I brought a few of the roses into my bedroom so I could enjoy them while I rest and read my devotionals and say my prayers. My prayer list keeps growing! I started it in January… and just keep adding to it. This is just page one of two!
God is good. He hears our prayers… and He responds. I feel His loving comfort today. Thank you for being here with me as I recuperate from yesterday’s hernia surgery.
If you lived in Montana – west across the valley from the Madison Range – with two mountain ranges north and south of you filled with trails for All Terrain Vehicles, and you had an ATV, how would you spend Father’s Day?
Yup, you guessed it! We went on “Lucille” (our red-headed ATV who is a BALL) up into the Tobacco Root Range to the top of the world this afternoon.
Come and take a ride with us… way up to the snow area where snow drifts caused us to have to turn around and head back down. We’ll start up there and head down
Below that snowy area, there is a gorgeous lookout where we can view the valley below. I took a few photos from that lookout to share with you.
We saw twice as many campers in the camping areas this trip compared to any other year, and we’ve been traveling this route for nearly ten years. During this COVID-19 pandemic, word has gotten out. Montana is a great Big Sky place… with lots of fresh air, space, and unbelievable beauty.
And this “crowd” of campers is nothing compared to what you’d experience in California or Florida or other vacation destinations!
Here’s lookin’ at you!
Happy Father’s Day, my friends.
Til next time – Happy Trails to You!
See ya tomorrow.
Love, JanBeek
The Boston terrier breed originated around 1875, when Robert C. Hooper of Boston purchased from Edward Burnett a dog named Judge (known later as Hooper’s Judge), which was of a bull and terrier type lineage. … The American Kennel Club cites Hooper’s Judge as the ancestor of all true modern Boston Terriers.
It’s very appropriate that this adorable furry friend should greet you on Memorial Day 2020. The Boston Terrier is a lively little companion recognized by his tight tuxedo jacket, sporty but compact body, and the friendly glow in his big, round eyes. His impeccable manners have earned him the nickname “The American Gentleman.”
Our TazE brings us such joy. We bought her from a breeder in Indiana after seeing her with her four siblings in a picture on-line. We were going to name her “Angel,” but then we met her two weeks later when she was delivered to us by a http://www.U-Ship.com helper. (That’s a story I wrote about a couple of years ago on JanBeek at https://janbeek.blog/2018/08/26/a-love-affair-with-bostons/)
Meeting her, seeing her bounce and be in constant motion, we realized she was no “Angel.” With the help of our son’s creative advice, we named her “Taz” (for the Tasmanian Devil) and “E” the ears that dominated her presence. She has calmed down now. Her sweet soul kept me company today and helped me have a very Happy Memorial Day weekend. I hope you had one, too.
On behalf of our sweet TazE (notice how she is turning white around her eyes as she ages) – and us (the 2Beeks) we wish you a very meaningful Memorial Day evening. God bless you, dear friends.
Did you have a memorable Memorial Day weekend?
Tell me about it.
See ya tomorrow.
There’s no time like now
To enjoy some great dog days –
So, sit down and smile!
Do you have a dog
to ease your earthly journey?
I would love to hear.
Maybe there’s a cat.
They travel a different road!
Is yours a lap cat?
If you’re like Derrick,
You have a bird’s company.
Their songs cheer your days.
I’m all about finding cheer and comfort and companionship in these pandemic days. Where is your happy source (besides your spouse or God)??
Lucille is our ATV. We named our “all-terrain vehicle” after the popular 1950’s to ’70’s comedian, Lucille Ball, because she has a red head and she’s a “ball!” Look carefully at that photo and you can see Bob, TazE (our Boston Terrier), and me… ready to have a Montana springtime ball!
Just as a ship is launched to the sea,
Bob & I launched Lucille on the mountains today.
It’s not her maiden voyage; she’s a veteran for sure.
But it was her first 2020 opportunity to play.
We went with two other couples;
It’s a good thing we had them along
Because when Bob got stuck in the snow,
Rex was prepared for what went wrong
He had a long rope, and equipment galore-
So he pulled old Lucille out in a flash.
Us gals kept our 6 feet distance and watched.
We didn’t want to intrude or do something brash.
This video shows the end of the trial…
CG pulled the rope by hand at the end,
But Rex used it connected to his ATV
To pull Lucille out – way beyond the bend!
We went to the very top of the mountain
Where the sky was unbelievably blue –
And there we had lunch – a spectacular view –
Wish we could share this four-wheeling ride with you!
That snow-covered peak is gorgeous Mt. Baldy.
From here, it’s a much different sight
Than the way it looks from our house
Where it seems rounded and shines ever bright.
The weather could not have been
More perfect for this ATV outing.
Life in the Montana mountains is grand!
Keeps me from sitting home – pouting!
I’m so glad you came to JanBeek today
To join our 2020 launch of Lucille.
Now it’s time to get in the kitchen;
Bob needs a hearty dinner meal.
Bee well!
Bee safe!!
See ya tomorrow.
Today is the day
Calling me to go outside –
Excited to ride!
TazE says, “Let’s Go!”
Can I invite a good friend?
She’d love to join us.
No, no cats allowed!
This is a “Dogs Only Day.”
Do you have dog friends?
No, but what about
Chocolate, out next-door neighbor?
Can she come along?
“No, TazE,” I said,
“This is a Dogs Only Day!”
Let’s play in the yard.
Oh, let’s play a game!
My buddy has an idea.
Can we try this one?
I said, “No, I can’t!”
Sharing wine’s not in the cards!
But TazE begged, “Please!”
So off we both went
To share a bottle of wine
With wonderful friends.
And we discovered
We were not the only ones
Sharing wine with love!
Come join the fun, friends,
And take a tip from TazE.
Adopt a dog’s heart!
You know that they can
Love unconditionally.
Let’s be dogs today!
Be warm and cozy.
Be overly friendly, too.
But do it safely!
And by the way, love,
You can invite a kitty.
Lets share with all friends!
It’s OK!
Who will you share with today, my friend?
See ya tomorrow!
Holy Saturday:
The Bible says we should rest.
Some call it “Sabbath.”
Luke 23:56
“The women
who had been companions
of Jesus from Galilee
followed along.
They saw the tomb where Jesus’ body was placed.
Then, they went back
to prepare burial spices and perfumes.
They rested quietly on the Sabbath as commanded.”
And the animals
Rested with the rest of us.
Obey the command!
It’s easy for cats –
That’s what they do anyway,
But what of puppies?
We’re more like puppies:
Resting’s hard for some of us.
We are trained to GO!
We must sequester;
We must feel like we are trapped
To learn to obey.
After Good Friday,
The women went home to rest –
Returning Sunday.
And we, too, must rest
On this day before Easter.
Just stop all your work!
Find peaceful rest for your soul.
Holy Saturday
Let’s follow the Lead!
Headed off to rest.
It’s a day to do nothing!
See ya tomorrow.
So I went outside
The sky was crispy and clear
I enjoyed the walk
Fun in the kitchen
Resulted in a fresh loaf
Baked in Switzerland
Let’s let the bread cool
While we take a healthy walk
The hills are alive
There’s a lovely view
From high up in the Swiss Alps
Above Rhone Valley
Climbing a mountain
May not be in your sweet spot
How about cuddles?
You can cuddle now
With beloved furry friend
Or with a sweet child
If bread and cuddling
Are not your favorite things,
Try this healthy meal!
Not into cooking?
You can trim your dog’s toenails
Or play with your cat.
What else can you do?
Try turning on some YouTube
And dancing a while.
If the weather’s great
Go out and knock on a door
Leave some of that bread!
What to do today?
You have a lot of choices.
Which one do you choose?
Thanks for visiting.
I’m headed for a walk with TazE.
Bob’s finished with her toes.
See ya later!
Hugs to You !!
Inspire to Love
Let the SonShine!
You inspire me to respond
Learning to Live; Living to Learn; Learning to Love; Living in Love
