I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers. ~ LM Montgomery - Anne of Green Gables
Happy Friday, dear friends! Please forgive me for not posting sooner. I have been so busy with appointments, company, and a delivery that I just couldn't find the time until now.
I just finished making a big pot of chili for supper this evening and I decided to sit down and give you an update.
I know some of you have probably wondered how we fared through Teddy, and the answer is, "Very well!" Thank you so much for your prayers and kind thoughts in regards to our safety. Teddy was a three compared to Dorian's nine last year. For that, we Islanders are so thankful! We received more rain than with Dorian but the winds were not as high therefore we were spared a lot of damage. Whew!
I am borrowing a couple of photos from my past postings because I did not have time to set up a tea this week. They reflect an Autumnal setting with the fruit and cheese.
I would like to share this reflection from one of my tea books. It is thought provoking and part of it is a quote from someone I have always admired. Have a marvellous weekend, everyone!
"One of the ways in which we may experience true happiness is to "sip" from the supply of talents and abilities God gives us and use them to benefit others. "Sipping" doesn't require spending great amounts of time. Neither does it require extraordinary or professional helping skills."
Helen Keller, blind and deaf from the age of 19 months, had a remarkable sight when it came to viewing life's priorities. She said, "Many persons have a wrong idea about what constitutes true happiness. It is not attained through self-gratification, but through fidelity to a worthy purpose."
How miraculous it is that God has built an automatic measure of happiness into every act of self-sacrifice. Take a sip of happiness by serving others! - Excerpt from "Tea Time with God."
Sharing from my heart ~ Sandi
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So glad the storm passed by without too much wind! Helen Keller was born here in Alabama not too far from where I live. I enjoy visiting her home, Ivy Green. The little house where she and teacher lived is still there and such an encouraging story of love and striving to be all you can be in spite of handicaps.
ReplyDeleteI'm very happy that you didn't suffer ill effects from Teddy. October is a wonderful month - my favourite, I think. Crackers, apple, and cheese are a perfect accompaniment to tea. I enjoyed reading the quote. Take care and have a good weekend, Sandi.
ReplyDeleteVery happy to hear that all is well in your part of the world and that the storm wasn't too severe. That pot of chili sounds good! Are your days getting cooler? Even here in Florida we are having some nice fall-like days (for us!), and chili needs to be put on my menu soon! Wonderful words of advice and wisdom from Helen Keller. I like the idea of "sipping" from the talents and gifts that God gives us. We may not be able to go all out and do many great things like others are able to do, but we can sip and be faithful to use what we do have for God's glory. Good thoughts today. Thank you. Hope you are doing well. The pictures were lovely too.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that you didn't receive bad weather from Teddy. Your pictures are lovely...is that Old British Castles china? Thanks for the sweet reminders about happiness.
ReplyDeleteBlessings, Linda
Good to hear that the Island didn't suffer any damage from Teddy. I remember my teacher (in grade 3 or 4?) reading Helen Keller's story in school.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing the great quote. It definitely offers some food for thought!
You’re always in my prayers, Sandi, and I appreciate you letting us know that Teddy was not nearly as bad as Dorian. Your tea time looks beautiful, as always. Thank you for the wonderful reflection from Tea Time with God. It was a blessing to read those words. Happy weekend to you!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad Teddy was kind to you, not too bad! Thank you for the Tea quote about Helen Keller, a reminder what brings true happiness!
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Roxanne in Virginia USA
THE GLORY OF AUTUMN IS ARRIVING HERE! I am so happy!
My wishes are late regarding the awful storms hitting in places around the world. I am so thankful and grateful that you there were spared devastation, Sandi!
ReplyDeleteLast night my daughter asked for prayers due to a horrible hurricane about to hit her honeymoon island. 155 mph winds. it's all just so scary.
Thank you for your beautiful quotes and taking the time to share them with us.
Have a happy autumn day - and thank you so much for your visit and kind comments. ♥
Big hugs. Please stay well.