Someone who cares...

Have you ever talked to someone and you could tell they really don't want to talk to you and they certainly don't really care what you are saying? This happened to me today and I was feeling hurt and very belittled. Like I was not worth their attention or not important enough for them to care.

So after my personal pity party, I was reminded of a few things:

1) THERE IS ONE WHO KNOWS MY WORTH AND THAT IN HIS EYES I AM WORTHWHILE !

Matthew 10:29-31 (Message Bible) says:

"^29-31"What's the price of a pet canary? Some loose change, right? And God cares what happens to it even more than you do. He pays even greater attention to you, down to the last detail—even numbering the hairs on your head! So don't be intimidated by all this bully talk. You're worth more than a million canaries.

We are worth so much to God! He even knows the numbers of the hair on our heads. Wow I am even worth more than a million canaries--hey I'm told in Genesis that I am also created in God's image Sounds like I am worth a lot.

THANK YOU LORD!!

2) THERE IS ONE WHO WANTS TO HEAR MY WORDS AND HELP !

Philippians 4:6-7 (Message bible) says:

^6-7Don't fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God's wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It's wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.

He wants us to call unto him with our thoughts, worries and concerns. He cares so much about them that HE will work everything for the good and I like what they message version says "settle you down" He will settle your heart as no one else can, because He already knows our heart and what we need.

King David in the Psalms is a good example of someone who went to God with all types of prayers. Prayers of thanksgiving, Prayers of Fear, Prayers of Anger and God reached out to him in his prayers. God even called him a man after of my own heart. David showed God who he really was in his prayers. In today's terms, David held nothing back in his prayers. YET GOD said HE IS A MAN AFTER MY OWN HEART. Sounds to me that God appreciates us when we tell him all things.. He LISTENS and CARES for every word we say!!

In closing, if you are hurt, offended by someone or something this world may throw your way; Remember God thinks you are pretty special and He always wants to hear from you!!

^{1 Peter 5:7(NIV)} Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

Is anyone "considerate" these days?

Considerate is defined as
Having or marked by regard for the needs or feelings of others.  and  Characterized by careful thought; deliberate.  definition source 

Consideration for others seems to be lacking in society these days. Examples of this can be seen when driving in a car or perhaps in a grocery store.

Driving example that occurred this week:

While I was at a red light, I was in the lane that could turn right, so I looked to my left to see if any car was coming and what does the car to my left (that cannot move till it's green) do??? they pull up even more and of course it's a BIG car!!!  

Grocery Store example:
Ever been in a line with a few items and someone in front of you has 20 items!?!?

What ever happened to "DO unto others as you would have them do unto you!"

By being "Considerate" It will show your True character. True Character defined is in how you treat others.

So think of others above yourself and they will be shocked and blessed at the same time. Shocked because it could be the only nice thing that happened to them that day and blessed because you made them feel important by your kind, thoughtful and considerate word and/or actions.

CHECK IT OUT & a lil' self promotion

CHECK IT OUT!!

I promise not to do the whole blog post in that NEON, LIME color!! My check it outs are related to twitter ( Check out TWITTER here ) and are all about New England and people of similar interests. You are probably asking, Where in the world is she going with this?

Finding friends and/or family to join me in this crazy, time consuming, addictive world of twitter has been difficult. I have become resigned to the fact that just like my wonderful Blog world, twitter world is meant to be a haven of new friends, inspirations and views. I am really loving it and am finding it somewhat addictive. Yes, at times I have been known to twitter away a lot of my time.

New England is always a place dear to my heart and I love visiting my New England bloggers and have connected with many NE Twitterers!!!

Cape Ann Guy Find Cape Ann Guy here is a self described "Weather Geek" that tweets out of Gloucester Mass. I have learned so much from his weather posts and have linked up with many other NE sights. He actually has been know to answer this "pesky wanna be weather geek"

Alert New England Twitter link to AlertNewEngland is another favorite twitter sight I love. It reminds me of a scanner thats in print on the net. OK so please tell me y'all know what a scanner is?? It's a police/radio/fire radio type broadcaster of events that are affecting a certain area. (bad definition my techie brother would be so ashamed)

Anyways Alert New England posts all kinds of happening throughout New England. It's been exciting to call my mother (who grew up all over New England) about the happenings in her old stomping grounds.

Little Bead Shop Link to Little Bead Shop is a bead shop in Scotland that shares all their happenings. It's exciting to here about all their little girl jewelry parties to their celebration of hogmany. They also have tweeted and connected with me numerous times!

There are many beaders/jewelry makers on Twitter and I do follow a few. Many use twitter as a vehicle to sell their designs. Great idea eh?! I tend to use the twitter filters for some of these posts as it takes up a lot of room when viewing other posts. I have not included any of them here as there are so many to view.

Inspirational twitters are in abundance on twitter. Finding some of my favoriter christian artists like Kari Jobe, Jesus Culture, Mark Lowry and Candace Cameron Bure is just naming a few.

CHECK OUT TWITTER TODAY AND CHECK OUT ME:

My twitter site - djdeb7

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So on to the the self promotion--Not necessarily promoting but showing of some of my designs.

I twittered recently my regret in not taking pictures of the jewelry I made for Christmas. I made over a dozen wire-wrapped rings, some bracelets and at least 8 pairs of earrings. Christmas came so quickly that I feel like I made and gave. Lack of energy has also played in my not getting pictures taken. BUT.... I can show a few things I have made in the past  months and some were actually Christmas gifts.

These bracelet/earrings sets above, I have made at least three of. I love the fact it was the first time I wire-wrapped on top of a bead. I gave a set of these to a friend for Christmas.

This was prior to my wire wrapping days. But I love them none the less especially the earrings.

My mother gave me a few bags full of these rosy, pearl beads and I have been so surprised at what I can make with them. Never look a gift horse in the mouth is a proven statement in regards to the beads that have been given me.

Soon I will hope to be posting some of my wire wrapped rings......

THANKS FOR CHECKING IT OUT!!!!

DEB

First post in 2011

Better late than never eh?! I have been having difficulty with getting into blogs. Seems like when I click on my own and sometimes other blogs I keep getting knocked off.

Any other bloggers have this problem? Any thoughts or suggestions?

Sickness is still in the house as I am still sick even after a dose of antibiotics, but thankfully I have been able to work through it  Yesterday, however I ended up coming home early from work. I had to travel home in a snow storm, the snow was coming down heavy and the roads/sidewalks were very slick. I truly hate this kind of snow (due to my fear of falling), but am grateful it is not ice. Prayers for those in the south that are going to be hit by the ice storm are being sent as I type this. Please be careful and use caution when travelling, better yet stay inside and have a cup of cocoa!!

This has become a rambling post.... that will not go on and on I promise !! I just wanted to post and will hopefully be more inspirational/entertaining in my next post !! God bless y'all !!

I am so glad that Friday finally arrived!! It's been a long work week that found me bogged down with work and a desk that never seemed to be cleared of paperwork. I am striving to never leave my desk at work a mess when I leave for the day. Partly cause I think it leaves a good impression of the type of worker you are and it's nice to come into work the next day with a clean desk. (also have a boss that has been known to clean up your desk at any moment and I am so not wanting that to happen)


~~OK THIS IS NOT ME, BUT I CAN SO RELATE~~




Bright and Early tomorrow morning I will be taking another jewelry class. Wow I am sacrificing my SSI day for Jewelry classes!??!







SSI means SATURDAY SLEEP IN!!







The older I get the less sleeping is done, but I love getting up and staying in my PJs and making a pot of coffee, eggs and bacon.. Oh Retirement come SOON!!!







This has turned in to a rambling post.. I will try and post some of my latest pictures at some point in the near future. I may bring my camera to class and see if they will let me take pictures. Until the next time....







May God bless ya'll,

MOMMA'S HOME-- PTL!

Momma is home !! Thanks for all your prayers... She has been home for almost a week Praise the Lord. They have no idea why she was having such a high fever and for so long. (2 weeks) Finally the fever broke and they were able to release her. She seems to be feeling better but tires out very easily. My father who was very lost without her is back to his old self. I guess half of him was missing...

My sister and I took them on the first family picnic in ages and she stayed for a long time. Mom outlasted Poppa (we took him home early--but that's normal for Dad) and stayed till evening. It was such a beautiful day and good to have her home. Above is a pic of mom and I at a park a few years back. It's one of my favorites--love the picture and love my MOM!!

While mom was in the hospital, we celebrated my sister's birthday at the hospital. I had made her the lovely bracelet/earring set below. I could not wait to show her. My sister also makes jewelry and we had talked about making some using the brackets I used in her bracelet. It was a tougher one to make but I think one of the best ones I have made so far.

We are thinking of going into business selling our jewelry. We will each have our own business but are going to have sister jewelry parties. So having said that I will probably be posting more on my jewelry escapades... I will take any advice on this so PLEASE share away!!!

So good news all around... Now if I could find my prince..

~~gone to the BIRDS~~

If you have not guessed it, I am the one who has gone to the birds. (not a big dog fan) I have mentioned my love of seagulls and will post some of my most recent pics of my LOST seagulls (no sea in my neck of the woods) Here are some pictures of ducks at one of our local lakes in New York. I have never seen so many and so friendly. The picture above I felt a tad bit threatened by this one. I think he knew I had no bread or food for him on me, just this crazy clicking thing.

Always try and feed the hurt bird the most. The picture above shows a bird with bread in it's mouth. This particular bird had a broken wing and just broke my heart. Glad my mother was able to throw the bread to the wounded one.

Good throwing Momma!

I swear they were staring at me...

I did get a few in the lake, but not as close as the ones

above that were near the pond.

I love willow trees. They remind me of my mother's hometown in New England. Here is one of many at the lakeside park.

I actually take some pictures of humans.... This was at park in my hometown that many kayaks are drawn too. I just found it a real scenic picture.



NOW FOR MY TRUE BIRD LOVE---SEAGULLS

I have been trying to get them in flight and never thought I could. Thanks for my new camera sister!! I love seeing the patterns their wings show when spread out in flight. The one below I caught in flight and with the bread I was feeding it.

Well I pray that I am still loved, even though I am a bit birdy... Have a great weekend. God bless y'all, DEB

~~djdeb's ramblings ~~

OK so I need to do a rambling post....

RAMBLING 1:

I am home on a Friday night, when I actually had plans... BUMMER. Been fighting a stomach bug for a week or so, but the last 24 hrs. it has gotten worse. Lord willing I will feel better for my big plans tomorrow....

Update on Rambling #1: unexpected but welcome company stopped by.. and distracted me from my stomach woes. Thanks Robin and I hope to see ya soon in the blogging world!!!

RAMBLING 2:

Those plans include my sister and I taking our Momma out for a Mom and daughters day out. We are taking her for dinner and shopping. She has been wanting a good foam pillow and I have struggled to find the right kind for her. I do believe Bed, Bath and Beyond has what she has been so wanting ( and I want one too). It's called latex foam pillow.

Update on Rambling 2: I am finishing this post on Sunday as I ended up spending the day with mom and my sister (see my lovely momma and I below). Thankfully my stomach pains held out till I got home last night and I was able to enjoy a nice day of shopping and fellowship. AND AFTER YEARS OF SEARCHING-- We found the right pillow and purchased three!

A RECENT PIC OF MOM AND I

RAMBLING 3:

Was unsure if I was or should post this rambling... Primarily because I don't have children and wonder if some may feel I am not qualified to share. BUT I must... I have been watching and listening to all the news/television shows regarding the eating habits and obesity levels of today's children.

First, I agree it's a need and we should be concerned and do our best to change for the health of the children. I grew up in a low income family, primarily due to the fact my parents wanted my Mother to remain home for the children. We were blessed to have had her there and should I ever have children I too would love to be able to do that. Having said that, we made sacrifices to have her stay at home. One was that we always rented our residency and the other was our food choices.

We did not purchase food based on the "HEALTH" content but more on how it could be spread out and price. We also used food from Food pantries and government give outs. I am not ashamed of that as it afforded us something many of my classmates never had. That was a mom to come home to if you were sick and never having to be left alone or with strangers/babysitters.

So my only thoughts are that it is expensive to eat completely healthy foods. I have been working hard recently to eat more healthier foods and my grocery bill has sky rocketed. Fresh veggies, fruits, fiber enriched, lower sodium and lower fat content products are expensive!! But being that I am single and buying for me it's an expense I feel is needed, If I had a family.....

I have heard there is people wanting to tax soda and take away toys from Happy meals. Soda yes is bad for ya, taxing it?? well I think is not going to help the issue.. and come on Taking toys from a meal consisting of a hamburger/apple pieces (or fries) and a drink (does not have to be soda). Happy meals are a reasonably priced meal as a treat and is one of the few places most parents can afford.

So what are my ideas and thoughts: LETS FOCUS on reducing the costs of "healthy' foods and work on school lunches . For perhaps with education on what is healthy and what is not and having affordable food for families to buy ; maybe then we can begin to change the health of children.

ANYWAYS it's just a thought......

Until I post again, May God bless y'all,

Deb

"neglectful blogger hangs head in shame"

That would be me the neglectful blogger.... But I'm back. I am slowly starting to have more energy which is getting me out and about more. Last week my sister and I,

My sister Sharon and I after church on Sunday--in our Sunday best !!





went to visit my brother Dave and his family. It was a great time of fun, fellowship and shopping. I will post about some of the fellowship and fun and will do a special post on my shopping later

(Iwill have to take some pics of my prize purchases first).

We were able to spend some time with their family both at the their place and later one evening they joined us at our hotel's pool and hot tub (NO PICS here though). Here is a picture of my nephew Jeremy and their dog "breezy" I believe the kids named him. Makes me recall a rabbit they once had that was named Freedom by Jeremy. He was and is always into America and politics. Love ya Jeremy my "politically savvy" nephew!!

Jeremiah David and Breezy

My brother Dave had to work most of the time we were there, but we were able to spend the evenings and Sunday church time with him. We have a lot in common and I so enjoy getting a chance to visit with him and discuss music and our Faith (some of common interests). Here's a picture of my brother when he came home from work, he works for Hospice as a caretaker:

My Brother Dave in his uniform.

I will post some pictures of my sister in law and my niece later. My sister in law is not one to let us take many pics of her, but I think I at least have one of her. Since she was our shopping tour guide, I will post it when I post my shopping blog. My neice who LOVES her picture taken went with us and I will post some

of her then too. I wanted to talk about my sister in law Barb's home decorating skills. She is very talented and could go into the business. We joke with her and about whether her designs are country, primitive or rustic?! In actuality I truly covet her style and hope that some day my place can have that "decorator's touch" that her place exudes. Of course, I would rather it be more nautical inspired. Here are a few pics from her house on the latest trip there:

From their front porch, which was a little too cold to enjoy yet this year but the decor is beautiful none the less-- don't ya think??

More from the front porch-- I believe she hand stenciled these.

I loved this sconce-- think it's a bit nautical inspiring eh??

So we had a good visit with my family and I am back at home and really need to get my place in order but this computer just DRAWS me in.. God bless ya, Deb

God is still on the throne!! despite....

Have you ever heard that term before "God is still on the throne"? I know what it means or I believe I do. To me it means that despite the circumstances, troubles, trials and problems around me; God is above it and sees your struggles. HE will never leave you.... He's not saying that He will take away all that is stressing you, but HE will never leave you!! AMEN....

I say all that to say I am sick once again.. Cannot seem to kick this cold/bronchitis/sinus/yucky whatever it thing!! Having spent most of the weekends home since before Christmas, due to no energy (thyroid issues) and the above named sickness. I can totally see how one could get depressed and down and out. Now I am not at all saying I have not been discouraged.... I have but are you ready for this "GOD IS STILL ON THE THRONE!!" despite all that I may currently be going through.. there is hope so I don't need be hopeless....

How I wish I could share this with people that are so without hope and desperate for help.. they give up for they feel as if all the people and things around them give them nothing concrete to hold on to.. They need to know that there is hope, strength and peace to get us through our circumstances and one that will never leave us...

Psalms 31:24 in the NIV
version says, "Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the
LORD."

I also like the KJV version also---

"Be of good courage, and he
shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the
LORD."

THERE IS HOPE despite troubles that may befall us don't give up...

GOD IS STILL ON THE THRONE---despite...

~~djdeb's ramblings ~~

The LORD is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower. PSALMS 18:2 kjv

Lately I catch myself praying short prayers of "Lord, give me strength". Over and over I am seeking him for strength.. Never would I have imagined that I would feel so tired, worn out and lethargic. That has described my last few months. I have been sick with bronchitis and some other cold symptoms, but I believe behind it all is my thyroid acting up. Tomorrow I am going to get some blood work and am praying that it will give the level that is needed for an increase in my medicine.

If you have ever heard of anyone with thyroid problems, I am sure you have heard their struggles with their levels. As I am sure I have mentioned before I was hyperthyroid to begin with and ended up having radiation to kill most of the thyroid. The dying of the thyroid takes years to occur (something I learned recently--even though the radiation occurred years back) and the regulating your thyroid levels will always be a part of my life. So I have said all this to say that I have sooooooo needed "strength" and the only place I can seek it is in Christ. He has gotten me through the workdays and I have rested most weekends.

I feel as if many do not understand and see me tired out primarily because of my weight. My weight is a big hindrance and some of it is a result of hypothyroidism. So I am going to continue to seek God for the strength and pursue the doctor to use the medical support there is available for me.

The other night I was suffering a migraine and was trying to rest and all I could sing was this song.

I kept singing I believe your my healer, I believe your more than enough for me.... JESUS you're all I need!!! Lord, I'm holding tight to your promise of strength in your word and will sing in my heart this song to you My Healer!

~~ Sunday Samplings ~~

~~SUNDAY SAMPLINGS~~

Today was the first Sunday in at least a month or so that I had made it to church. Between being sick and terrible weather, I had not been able to attend. So my day started in the house of God, with my fellow believers. Then I met my parents and sister at a Chinese buffet for lunch.... here's a picture of my momma eating what she calls her "ENGLISH FOOD"

It was so nice to have dinner with the family and get to have some sushi!! yummo!

Mom and I went out and about shopping and picture taking. It was one of the warmest days so far this winter. Not very sunny, but it gave me an excuse to break my new camera in some more. Of course there are pictures of my babies........

OK, it's a joke that these are my babies. I have no children and get such joy from seeing and feeding them. For us in New York, seagulls are a reminder of the ocean and New England.

I still cannot believe my new camera allowed me to catch the bird in wing movement. how exciting!!

And lastly for my Sunday samplings.. We went and took pics of some of our local creeks and rivers. We have a flood warning currently though these pics are not reflective of that. The waters should get higher by tomorrow night. Enjoy the winter pics....

THIS IS A PICTURE OF A CREEK THAT RUNS THROUGH THE TOWN. I WAS ATTEMPTING TO GET THE ICE ON THE RIDGE.

















I HAD TO LAUGH AT THIS ONE.. I AM TAKING THE PICTURE AND I AM LIKE WHAT IS THAT FLOWING DOWN THE CREEK. WAIT IT IS A BASKETBALL!?!? :)

THIS IS A PICTURE OF A BENCH AND BOAT DROP OFF AT ONE OF OUR LOCAL RIVERS. THIS RIVER IS NOTORIOUS TO FLOOD. I MISS SITTING ON THIS BENCH... SPRING COME SOON PLEASE!!!

NOT SURE WHY BUT I LIKED THIS PICTURE SHOWING A HUGE TREE THAT HAD FALLEN ONTO A BUNCH OF OTHERS.

Hope you enjoyed my Sunday Samplings..... Deb

....lonely reality star....

I was watching a reality show today.. yes I admit to watching them.. Primarily the survivor/adventure ones; but have been drawn to this particular one. The show is dealing with celebrities that have become addicted or are abusing alcohol and/or drugs. It was their first day at the rehab and the cameras are recording their stories. Each one has their reasons for why they are there and their opinions on whether they are needing treatment or not.

One female kept stating that she was "LONELY" and the doctor overseeing the treatment facility seemed to be concerned with her loneliness. She has had money, fame and notoriety and prison time. She now lives alone with her addiction and animals in the desert. She comes off very sad and pitiful to say the least.

Every time I see a celebrity that has died from an overdose or is so lost in addiction as the "lonely" lady above. I am reminded that all the money, fame and prestige in the world can not bring you happiness and what I truly believe we all seek is PEACE.

The Peace that passes all understanding and brings you eternal hope. The peace that gives you strength to make it through difficult things that can come against you. The peace that gives you contentment in who you are. Lastly, the Peace that replaces the loneliness with the knowledge that you will never be alone again.

Jesus is that peace and I am thankful every day for his presence in my life. Now my life is not perfect and without trials and troubles. But despite all that I am going through, I have someone who cares and knows my heart's cry. For He is the friend that is closer than a brother, He is that friend that never leaves, He is that friend that will never betray, or forsake you.

These troubled stars have felt abused and taken advantage of time after time. With Christ, he asks so little of us for all that He offers to us. He asks for us to commit to serving Him, with all our heart and strength. However weak either are... He accepts us just as we are.. And we shall never be alone again.

Dear Lord, I come before you for all those who are seeking for fulfillment in so many addictive and self punishing ways. I ask that they would call out to you and I know that You will hear and deliver them. I pray for the lonely ones that are so low... That You Lord will lift them up. In the name of JESUS I pray, AMEN

~Reason for the Season~

The first time I recall ever hearing this statement "REASON FOR THE SEASON" it was sung by a heavy metal group named STRYPER. Growing up with a brother that both played and sung Christian rock, I was enamored and loved this same style of music. Here below are the lyrics and if you are brave enough I will post a link to the song! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEcycix2voI

Verse 1: You, you say that you've got it figured out That life's about, you do what you want to.

You, you walk the tightrope of unbelief Can't you see? His way is reality.

We all know it's better to give that receive

Then why don't we give God the glory?

Don't hide it, don't fight it, just believe.

Chorus 1He is the reason for the season. He is the reason for today.

He is the reason for the season. Celebrate, celebrate.

Verse 2: You, your life can be a holiday Everyday when He is with you.

Hey, let's get back to what it's all about. Shout it out.

Christ is the reason.

We all know it's better to give that receive

His gift is for those who believe.

You got it if you want it, just believe.

Chorus 2He is the reason for the season. He is the reason for today.

He is the reason for the season. Celebrate.

I like the following part of the song above:

We all know it's better to give that receive
Then why don't we give God the glory?

So let's give God the glory... He is so due it. SO WHY NOT!??! Our focus can be so distracted at this time of year. Some are wrapped up in gift giving, others in gift receiving and yet even Christians can get wrapped up in things that are not what the season is all about. Perhaps we are too wrapped up in the right food for dinner, right clothes to wear to special church services or perhaps making sure our homes look just right? All these things are not wrong in themselves, but we need to remember who and why we celebrate Christmas.. for JESUS is the Reason for the Season!

MAY GOD BLESS YOU & YOURS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON & IN THE NEW YEAR, DEB

my absence...

I have been absent for awhile now. Primarily due to health issues. I was in the hospital for a week about a month ago, and have had one health issue after another since then.

But GOD IS FAITHFUL...

to give me strength, healing and peace!!

Strength to make it through work days when I have no energy to move.... Healing when my test came back negative (no cancer)PTL!!

and Peace to know that through it all I am never alone!!!

That's my shout out to JESUS!!! Love you Lord!!

have you ever??

I am having a "have you ever moment"! I am wondering if anyone has ever ever felt this way? Have you felt like no one understands or perhaps cares about what I am going through? Am I alone in my "have you ever moment"?!? Honestly, I cannot believe that I am...

My HYE(have you ever) moment, has been mentioned in some of my blog pasts in the past. Being single, I tend to think that those around me do not understand my feelings, situation or whatever I am going through. Having never had a husband around to air my problems, I tend to share them with some family and to those whom I trust. Being the analytical person that I am, I wonder are they really getting me or just being polite in their understanding "uhhmms or yes I hear ya".

Visiting a new blogging friend's site ( http://rejoicinginhishope.blogspot.com/ ), there was a song playing and one of the lyrics was trust the Lord. How many times have I heard that from a dear saint in the Lord, a minister or from the word of God in my 30 something years on this earth? Too many times, obviously not enough times; for I am not TRUSTING in the Lord! Because when you are trusting Him, then you do not need to analyze His response to your frustrated thoughts and fears. Because He always has my best interest at His Heart, for He cares for me. Matthew 6 tells us how he cares for the birds in the air to feed them and how much more will he care for us. We should not give worry or fear for these for HE KNOWS and supplies. Thank you Lord for knowing our FEARS and supplying us with what we need.

²⁵Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

²⁶Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

²⁷Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?

²⁸And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:

²⁹And yet I say unto you, That even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

³⁰Wherefore, if God so clothe the grass of the field, which to day is, and to morrow is cast into the oven, shall he not much more clothe you, O ye of little faith?

³¹Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

³²(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.

³³But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

³⁴Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.

(Matthew'>http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew+6%3A25-34&version=KJV&src=embed">Matthew 6:25-34, King'>http://www.biblegateway.com/versions/King-James-Version-KJV-Bible/?src=embed">King James Version)