The tree stood tall and proud, As it offered the woman its shade. It tried so hard to protect her. For, it felt she was afraid. She leaned against its trunk. Her sobs rustled through the leaves, Sighing lightly like the breeze; Echo's of a heart that grieves. The tears ran like a river And watered deep the roots, Bringing forth the blossoms That would later bear the fruits. The tree stood tall and proud As the soldiers checked it out. "I think this one will do. Cut it down," he heard them shout. They cut and carved upon that tree; Stripped it of blossom and bark. Then, they made a rugged cross. That's the day the world turned dark. As Jesus hung upon that tree, He was the last fruit it would bear. For, Jesus was the fruit of God.He was long suffering and full of care. The tree no longer stood proud, As the blood of the Lamb did stain. It bent with the weight of its shame And it wanted to weep from the pain. Jesus whispered to the tree, "From this day forth shall you cry." Thus grew the weeping willow That had watched the Savior die. =====================================================
The Weeping Willow Easter Poem © Claytia Doran
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Norman had to get up and go back in to work today.. The sewer was backed up and he could't stop until he had it cleared.. He worked last night until really late.. But I am glad that he's home now, and was here to eat lunch with us.. It's just not the same without him here.. Norman, Leisa, Nathan and Abigail all came today.. it's nice having them up.. But, they were tired and left early.. (the kids had their friends over for a two night sleepover) Wears them out!
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JENNA SENT MY "BIRTHDAY GIFT" UP TODAY.. THANKS SIS.. I LOVE YOU.. BUT YOU REALLY DIDN'T HAVE TO, I GOT OLDER ANYWAY AND WILL BE THIS AGE UNTIL NEXT MARCH... LOL
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I FOUND THIS RECIPE AND THOUGHT I WOULD SHARE IT.. SOUNDS LIKE IT WOULD BE REALLY GOOD.. I AM GOING TO TRY IT!
Jelly Bean Confetti Cake Recipe
Bright and colorful jelly beans are a sure sign that spring has arrived. This wonderful jelly bean cake would be a great addition to any family's Easter celebration? Adding jelly beans to this moist, delicious cake brings a touch of confetti color to your celebration! So grab some ingredients and let’s make some cake.
| 3/4 cup 2 cups 1 1/4 cups 1 cup 8 oz 1 tsp 3 1 1/2 tsp 1/4 tsp | Miniature jelly beans, cut in half All-purpose flour, divided Granulated sugar Butter, softened Cream cheese, softened Vanilla extract Eggs Baking powder Salt Confectioners' sugar |
Preheat oven, generously grease and flour a 12 - cup fluted tube pan. Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup and level off. In a small bowl, toss jelly beans with 2 tablespoons of the flour; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the sugar, butter, cream cheese and vanilla extract until well blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add remaining flour, baking powder and salt; blend well. Spoon 1 cup of the batter evenly over bottom of prepared pan. Stir jelly beans into remaining batter, and spoon into prepared pan. Bake Jelly Bean Confetti cake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool cake in upright pan for 10 minutes. Invert onto serving platter. Cool jelly bean cake completely. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
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Well, tomorrow is Monday already.. gee, we really didn't have much of a weekend this time.. he worked for many hours yesterday and had to go back in this morning.. Seems like part of an extended work week (*.*) and that is only how I feel.. He must feel really tired because he's laying on the love sofa really snoring.. Lol and without me.. ha.. We have 9 work days until our "Easter break" begins.. and I for one am looking forward to it!! THANKS GOD!! ... But then to be perfectly honest, this school year has flew by!! ===============================================
A TRUE FRIEND IS SOMEONE WHO THINKS YOU ARE A GOOD EGG... EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE SLIGHTLY CRACKED.
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PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOURS TONIGHT AND NIGHTLY.. SPECIAL PRAYERS FOR JAKE AND FRANCES TOO.. PRAYERS FOR MRS TERRY AND HER UPCOMING SURGERY.. PRAYERS FOR LILY AND HER RECOVERY FROM SURGERY.. PRAYING FOR EVAN AND ALL THE CHILDREN WITH EB, CANCER AND EVERY OTHER DREADFUL DISEASES.. AND THEIR FAMILIES...PRAYING FOR EVERYONE WITH NASTY OLE CANCER.. SUCH A DREADFUL THING.. GOD COMFORT, HEAL AND BLESS EACH AND GRANT INNER PEACE TO THEM AND THEIR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS.. PRAYING FOR EVERYONE NEEDING A JOB AND (OR) THE WANT AND WILL TO WORK! UNSPOKEN PRAYERS FOR JENNA AND BETTY JO AND HER FAMILY.. PRAYING FOR OUR COUNTRY AND GOD'S GUIDANCE UPON IT.. PRAYING FOR ALL OF OUR SOLDIERS AND THEIR SAFE AND QUICK RETURN HOME AND THEIR PEACE OF MINDS AND SOULS AND THAT OF THEIR FAMILIES.. PRAYING FOR CHRIS AND ALL THE TRAVELING HE HAS TO DO FOR WORK. PRAYING FOR ALL THE "UNSPOKEN REQUEST, AND NEEDS" .. (and asking that you'll pray with us about ours) PRAYING ALSO FOR THE FOLKS AT "THE RETIREMENT HOME" MANY ARE REPORTED TO HAVE A NASTY VIRUS!.. THANKING GOD FOR JEFF'S JOB, AND THANKING GOD FOR ALL HIS GOODNESS, HIS LOVE, GRACE, MERCIES, GUIDANCE, AND BLESSINGS.. THANK YOU GOD IN ALL THINGS IN JESUS HOLY NAME, AMEN..
"Shout to the Lord" Hand Mime - YouTube
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