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It’s easy to say, “Make Friends.”
But how do you do that?
It’s not as easy as it sounds.
Not like putting on a hat.
To have a friend, you must
Be a friend, they say.
I say that’s important…
But there’s another important way.
To have a friend, you must
Reach out and share your heart.
You can’t be afraid of rejection –
You just have to be the start.
Be the start by helping others.
Be the start by praying.
Be the start by being compassionate.
Be a friend who’s there for playing.
Play the games they like to play.
Invite them over for tea and toast.
Go out riding on your ATV, or
Ask them what they like the most.
Don’t limit talk to texting words.
Don’t just “friend” on a Facebook page.
Call ’em up. Send a card. Drop by.
Go out for lunch or go dance on a stage!
Friendship is like Love, I think.
It’s a verb, an act of doing.
Lost a friend you used to love?
Reach out and start renewing.
Renew your commitment to be the one
Who is steady, honest, and true.
That friendship can be kindled afresh.
But being a friend is UP TO YOU!
I may have just turned 80,
But you can never tell
Unless I first admit it
Because life has treated me well
I still am full of vigor
I’m feisty, keen and healthy
I have a heart so full of love
I’m blessed and spiritually wealthy
I count my blessings every day
And live with gratitude
My family is a source of strength
My great grandkids lift my altitude
This month of July has been
A series of events so dear
I’m glad you’ve shared them with me
By visiting and celebrating with me here
The birthday party was a great success
The food and friends were amazing
One neighbor’s grandson
Kept returning to the table -grazing!
Tenderloin and chicken thighs
Wine and beer and water, too
The guests all brought potluck
Salads, appetizers, and focaccia, too!
The weather cooperated
It didn’t rain til we were in bed
It could have been a nasty day
But it was absolutely perfect instead!
Our dog had fun roaming the yard
And gathering nibbles wherever she went
The house was decorated beautifully
God bless a daughter #2 who’s Heaven-Sent!
My neighbors Janet and Charley
Were helpful beyond all measure
Add Rex & BW who helped set up & clean
They were an absolute treasure!
If you’ve hosted a party
For fifty folks or more,
You know it takes teamwork –
Yup, we had help galore!
I hope when you turn 80,
You feel as equally blessed.
Just count your blessings everyday
And start being that helpful guest!
My heart overflows!
See ya tomorrow
Filled with family, friends, wedding, travel…
Picked up our Daughter#2 at the Bozeman airport on the “real day”
Then we had lunch at Dave’s Sushi
(my favorite Bozeman restaurant)
– that amazing “rice cream” dessert was a gift from Dave’s –
Back home, I received calls, texts,
FedEx deliveries, wine, flowers,
and FT with loved ones.
And our dear Laina played with our pup
and chatted with our daughter who’s traveling in Europe
And our dear neighbors, Janet & Charley,
invited us to libations at their place.
What a blessing those two are!
It was a wonderful 80th birthday Day!
I hope you’re having a joy-filled day, too.
Here’s Bob & me with Laina.
Hope all’s well with you.
When is your birthday??
See ya tomorrow.
I am feeling so blessed
on this July 24th.
So many friends have reached out
and so much of my family was there early
to celebrate this milestone 80th birthday.
No act of kindness is ever wasted…
It’s true!
And this heart of mine overflows
with gratitude for all the good wishes.
God has blessed me with
a wonderful husband for 57 1/2 years.
God has blessed me with friends
who are thoughtful, loyal, and kind.
He has blessed me with health
to enjoy all these eight decades.
No act of God’s kindness goes unnoticed!
Thank you for visiting JanBeek today,
dear WordPress blogging friends.
Your kindness is appreciated.
I am ready to soak in the sunshine
of this joyful day… with gratitude.
God bless you!
See ya tomorrow!
Happy 80th Celebration
Haiku x8
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When is the last time
Someone complimented you?
Who? Friend or stranger?
When is the last time
You complimented someone?
Who? Friend or stranger?
Which feels better –
A compliment from a friend
or from a stranger?
When do you speak up
To give out a compliment?
Is it natural?
Or do you have to
Struggle to give compliments?
Do you accept them?
What do you say back?
A simple “Thank You” will do.
Do not disagree.
“Oh, this old sweater?
I’ve had it for a long time.”
Try a humble, “Thanks!”
Speak sincere feelings,
And don’t underestimate
The power of words.
You’re Awesome!!
See ya tomorrow!
Nature at its Best!!
The Gravelly Range
With its wildflower fields
Nature at its best!
Another great day
With super four-wheeling friends
And our pup, TazE
That’s our TazE (Taz for Tasmanian Devil and E for Ears). She’s a love.
The wildflowers were spectacular!
Here are our friends, Barb & Don, brought their dog, Charlie.
And here are Barb & Don with both dogs:
And below I’m the one in short sleeves…
and Bob’s the guy in short pants!
Our buddies are great fun!
Won’t you click the arrow and come join us?
Yes, we got a little rain before we returned home,
but “Lucille” (our red-headed ATV – Polaris Razor –
who is a Ball), kept us dry!
What are your plans for this week?
In the USA we’ll celebrate Independence Day.
It’s a big deal in a Ennis, MT.
Nearly 6,000 extra folks come into our town
– our population’s only 1,000 –
for our Firehouse pancake breakfast,
4th of July parade,
and rodeo.
I’ll post pictures on Thursday. OK?
If you’re in the area, join us!
You have a blessed week.
See ya tomorrow
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
