Hero Dog

Amazing Story
This video shows a dog who was hit by a vehicle on a busy highway, being rescued by another dog, who dragged him to safety. When you watch this, keep in mind that the injured dog lived.

This hero dog provides a good example for humans who sometimes won’t go out of their way to help a fellow human being.

 

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
It’s easier to get older than to get wiser.

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Quote of the Day
Always be a little kinder than necessary.
— James M. Barrie

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Joke of the Day

It was snowing heavily and blowing to the point that visibility was almost zero when the little blonde got off work. She made her way to her car and wondered how she was going to make it home.

She sat in her car while it warmed up and thought about her situation. She finally remembered her daddy's advice that if she got caught in a blizzard she should wait for a snow plow to come by and follow it. That way she would not get stuck in a snow drift. This made her feel much better and sure enough in a little while a snow plow went by and she started to follow it. As she followed the snow plow she was feeling very smug as they continued and she was not having any problem with the blizzard conditions.

After an hour had passed, she was somewhat surprised when the snow plow stopped and the driver got out and came back to her car and signaled for her to roll down her window. The snow plow driver wanted to know if she was alright as she had been following him for a long time.

She said that she was fine and told him of her daddy's advice to follow a snow plow when caught in a blizzard.

The driver replied that it was ok with him and she could continue if she wanted, but he was done with the Wal-Mart parking lot and was going over to Sears next.

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The Redskins

The Indian Springs Redskins
Here’s a team picture taken last week of Kara’s basketball team.

That’s Kara on the back row, the third player from the left.

 

This picture shows a sad faced Kara with two broken fingers in her left hand in a splint. And, Kara is left handed which makes it hard for her in many ways, not just just in missing playing basketball.

 

 

 

A Special Visit
We enjoyed a visit this weekend from Mandy and Alex, and from one of their friends, Lori, who is from Washington, DC. They met at our house on Friday, and we were the home base for their skiing excursions to Sugar Mountain, NC. We had a great time visiting with them and they enjoyed their time on the slopes. I did manage to get a this picture of them before they left: left to right, Alex, Mandy, and Lori.

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
An optimist is one who gets ready to leave when the speaker says: 'And in conclusion...'

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Quote of the Day
Where large sums of money are concerned,
it is advisable to trust nobody.
— Agatha Christie

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Joke of the Day

An older man and his friend were having a conversation one night, and the topic drifted to memory, or lack of it. The first man mentions to his friend:

"My wife and I have been having a hard time remembering very simple things lately, and a friend recommended that we see this memory specialist doctor."

"Oh, well how is it working out for you?" asked the friend. "Has it helped either one of your memory's?"

"Very much so!" replied the man. "The results are incredible!!"

"What's the name of this doctor?" asked his friend.

"Hmm, its a really long last name I know," he replied. "Well, help me out for a second. What's the name of the one kind of flower, with the thorns, and that grows on a bush?"

"A rose?" said his friend.

"Yes, Yes! A rose!" says the man. "Rose dear, what's the name of that memory doctor we've been seeing?"

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Be Mine, Valentine
To all the girls in my life, I’m hoping you will be my valentine. And to my dear Beverly, I thank God for thee.

Read about the History of Valentine’s Day.

Be thankful if you have a Special Valentine in your life.

Lighthouses
I enjoy pictures of lighthouses, and I have also enjoyed the few visits I have made to lighthouses. They have served as a warning for many sailors through the years and have, no doubt, saved many lives.

When I think of lighthouses, it used to bring a peaceful feeling to my mind. That was before I viewed the following video showing what lighthouses have to endue during storms.

Now I have a new appreciation for lighthouses and those people who manned them during storms.

 

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
A truly happy person is one who can
enjoy the scenery on a detour

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Quote of the Day

Love is a symbol of eternity.  It wipes out all sense of time, destroying all memory of a beginning and all fear of an end. 
~Author Unknown

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Joke of the Day

A woman was at her hairdresser's getting her hair styled for a trip to Rome with her husband. She mentioned the trip to the hairdresser, who responded:

" Rome ? Why would anyone want to go there? It's crowded and dirty. You're crazy to go to Rome . So, how are you getting there?"

"We're taking Continental, " was the reply. "We got a great rate!" "Continental? " exclaimed the hairdresser. " That's a terrible airline. Their planes are old, their flight attendants are ugly, and they're always late. So, where are you staying in Rome ?" "We'll be at this exclusive little place over on Rome's Tiber River called Teste."

"Don't go any further. I know that place. Everybody thinks its gonna be something special and exclusive, but it's really a dump, the worst hotel in the city! The rooms are small, the service is surly, and they're overpriced. So, whatcha' doing when you get there?" "We're going to go to see the Vatican and we hope to see the Pope."

"That's rich," laughed the hairdresser. "You and a million other people trying to see him. He'll look the size of an ant. Boy, good luck on this lousy trip of yours. You're going to need it."

A month later, the woman again came in for a hairdo. The hairdresser asked her about her trip to Rome .

"It was wonderful," explained the woman, "not only were we on time in one of Continental's brand new planes, but it was overbooked, and they bumped us up to first class. The food and wine were wonderful, and I had a handsome 28-year-old steward who waited on me hand and foot.

And the hotel was great! They'd just finished a $5 million remodeling job, and now it's a jewel, the finest hotel in the city. They, too, were overbooked, so they apologized and gave us their owner's suite at no extra charge!"

"Well," muttered the hairdresser, "that's all well and good, but I know you didn't get to see the Pope."

"Actually, we were quite lucky, because as we toured the Vatican , a Swiss Guard tapped me on the shoulder, and explained that the Pope likes to meet some of the visitors, and if I'd be so kind as to step into his private room and wait, the Pope would personally greet me.

Sure enough, five minutes later, the Pope walked through the door and shook my hand! I knelt down and he spoke a few words to me."

"Oh, really! What'd he say ?"

He said: "Where'd you get the awful Hairdo?"

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Unusual Painted Trucks

Someone sent me the following pictures of semi rigs where the trailers have been painted to give very unusual effects.

On this first one, it looks like that bottle is coming out the side of the truck.
This one reminds you of a canvas tote bag.
It looks like all these Pepsi cases are hanging from the top of the truck.
This could be confusing for sure. It’s painted to look like the truck is coming from the other direction.
It looks like an aquarium with fish swimming around.
This one is painted like a bookshelf.

REMEMBER... THESE ARE ALL PAINTED ON THE OUTSIDES OF THE TRUCKS! You can click on the pictures for a larger view.

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Be Careful today… It’s Friday the 13th!

Did you know that this year we will have three “Friday the 13th’s”… we’ll have another one in March and one in November.

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The Amazing Amaryllis
It has been amazing to watch this flower grow over the past weeks. Now it is blooming, and it is beautiful. Here’s a few pictures I took yesterday.

There are 4 large blooms. This is the top view looking down on the plant.
This was taken from one side.
A picture of one of the blooms.
A closer view. And did you know that the plant grew just in water?… no soil or any kind, just tap water. Amazing!

 

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
Everyone needs a goal… something to aim at. I think it best to have short term goals that will help you reach your long term goal.

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Quote of the Day
No coffee can be good in the mouth that does not first send a sweet offering of odor to the nostrils. 
~Henry Ward Beecher

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Joke of the Day

When Bill Clinton was president: He was arriving back to the White House from a trip to Arkansas with a pig under each arm. A secret serviceman greeted him.

"Nice pigs, sir!"

"Thank you. Though these are no ordinary pigs -- they're Arkansas Razorbacks! I got one for Hillary and one for Chelsea."

"Nice trade, sir!"

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What a Wonderful World

This video should be a help in starting off your day. Enjoy the words as Louis Armstrong sings, and watch a heart warming video of a fawn and kitten in the forest.

You might start off your day smiling and enjoying the privilege of life on earth.

 

A Big and Beautiful Bloom
Here’s a picture of one of the four blooms on the Amaryllis that Sylvia, Mandy and Alex gave us for Christmas. It has been growing steadily since the first of December, and has just recently began to show its full colors. (Click on the picture for a larger view)

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
Do or say something kind today. Your words may be few, and your deed may be small, but the impact on another may be profound.

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Quote of the Day

To get something done a committee should consist of no more than three people, two of whom are absent. 
~Robert Copeland

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Joke of the Day

There where two snakes talking.

The 1st one said Sidney, are we the type of snakes who wrap ourselves around our prey and squeeze and crush until they’re dead? Or are we the type of snake who ambush our prey and bite them and they are poisoned?

Then the second Snake says Why do you ask?

The 1st one replies: I just bit my lip!

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Picture Puzzles

Someone sent me some new picture puzzles or illusions. I decided to share these with you today. I hope you enjoy them.

Can you see the dog?
There are 10 faces in this tree. Can you find them? (Click on the picture for a larger view.)
In this drawing, do you see the face?
There’s a kissing couple in this picture.
In this drawing of an old man, there are three women. Can you find them?

And I also received this weird walking cow.

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
When you’re happy, PRAISE GOD.
If life gets difficult, SEEK GOD.
When you make time for quietness, WORSHIP GOD.
If you are in pain, TRUST GOD.
And all the time, THANK GOD.

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Quote of the Day
It is no use to grumble and complain;
It's just as cheap and easy to rejoice;
When God sorts out the weather and sends rain -
Why, rain's my choice.
~James Whitcomb Riley

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Joke of the Day

A man left his cat with his brother while he went on vacation for a week.When he came back, he called his brother to see when he could pick the cat up. The brother hesitated, then said, "I'm so sorry, but while you were away, the cat died."

The man was very upset and yelled, "You know, you could have broken the news to me better than that. When I called today, you could have said he was on the roof and wouldn't come down. Then when I called the next day, you could have said that he had fallen off and the vet was working on patching him up. Then when I called the third day, you could have said he had passed away."

The brother thought about it and apologized.

A few months later the man went on another trip. The second day he was gone his brother called, then said, "Our Mother's on the roof and won't come down."

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A Poem About Our Earthly House

A few days ago our friend Celia shared a poem with me that was written over 50 years ago. I think you will enjoy it.

Your enjoyment may depend on your age. If you are getting old like me, you may feel that there is a young person living in your aging body.

This Earthly House

You tell me I am getting old but that's not really so.
The house I live in may be worn and that, of course, I know.
It's been in use a good long while and weathered many a gale.
I'm therefore not surprised to find it now is somewhat frail.

You tell me I am getting old, you mix my house and me.
You're looking at the outside that's all that most folks see;
The dweller in the little house is bright and young and gay
Just starting on a life that lasts through long eternal day.

The color's changing on the rook, the window's looking dim;
The wall's a bit transparent, and getting rather thin;
The foundation's not so steady as once it used to be,
And that is all that you observe, but it's not really me.

I patch the old house up a bit to make it last the night,
But soon I shall be flitting to my home of endless light.
I'm going to live forever there, my life goes on, it's grand.
How can you say, I'm getting old? You do not understand.

These few short years can't make me old, I feel I'm in my youth!
Eternity lies just ahead, full of life and joy and truth.
We will not fret to see this house grown shabby day by day,
But look ahead to our new Home which never will decay.

I want to be made fit to dwell in that blest house above,
Cleansed in the precious blood of Christ, and growing still in love.
The beauty of that glorious home, no words can ever say
'Tis hidden from these mortal eyes, but kept for us someday!

My house is getting ready in the land beyond the sky,
It's Architect and Builder is my Savior on High,
But I rather think He's leaving the furnishings to me
So it's treasure up in Heaven I must store each day you see.

By Jack Jackson (circa 1952-1955)
See Hebrews 11:10

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Tennessee Granddaddy Says:
Did you hear about the 83 year old woman who talked herself out of a speeding ticket by telling the young officer that she had to get there before she forgot where she was going?

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Quote of the Day

Don't think you're on the right road just because
it’s a well-beaten path. 
~Author Unknown

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Joke of the Day

In Florida , an atheist created a case against the upcoming holy days. He hired an attorney to bring a discrimination case against Christians, Jews & observances of their holy days. The argument was it was unfair that atheists had no such recognized day(s).

The case was brought before a judge.  After listening to the passionate presentation by the lawyer, the judge banged his gavel declaring, 'Case dismissed.'

The lawyer immediately stood objecting to the ruling saying,  'Your honor, how can you possibly dismiss this case?  The Christians have Christmas, Easter & others.  The Jews have Passover, Yom Kippur & Hanukkah.  Yet my client & all other atheists have no such holidays.'

The judge leaned forward in his chair saying, 'But you do. Your client, counsel, is woefully ignorant.' The lawyer said, 'Your Honor, we are unaware of any special observance or holiday for atheists.'

The judge said, 'The calendar says April 1st is 'April Fools Day.'  Psalm 14:1 states,  'The fool says in his heart, there is no God.'

Thus, it is the opinion of this court, that if your client says there is no God, then he is a fool.  Therefore, April 1st is his day. Court is adjourned."

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