Linda M Brandt’s Blog

As we prepare for a weekend of Thankful Celebrations, let us remember to live with a grateful heart….always! God’s Voice is eternal and changeless. He leads us to decisions based on trust, compassion, understanding and kindness. Your conscience is a Great Teacher who lives within you. And even more than a Great Teacher, your conscience is a Great Treasure. Our country was founded on these principles. I pray that we, as a nation, will once again return to the “Proddings” from this Great Friend. May you choose happiness today, my friends, and may you love your family, count your blessings and sincerely pray for this great nation. Hugs, Linda

As your feet hit the floor this morning, may you be ever reminded of the Father’s “Quiet Presence” in your life. Take a few moments to thank Him and to set yourself on the right path. Let Him direct your ways today…..let your day be filled with excitement. And, isn’t this cooler weather fantastic?… not quite, “sweater weather” but pretty close. My first cup of coffee awaits me. And, don’t you love that first sip? Have a great day….walk in His truths and be guided by love! Your friend, Linda

When Henry the Tulip was just a little bulb, he had no idea what the “Big Plan” was for him. Each day holds a beautiful gift to us, and with that being said, an aire of excitment should awaken you each morning! There’s a big plan for your life, too! Tap into the Creator of you and this universe. He has a beautiful plan for you, my friend! Embrace life and all it has to offer! Take a moment to tell God that you love Him and be thankful for all of His blessings! A brand new day awaits! I’m praying for you to have a wonderful one! Your friend, Linda

Do you feel it in the air???? The neighbor’s cats are chasing each other. The trees have a slight breeze running through them and the skies are overcast. It’s Florida, though, so the humidity’s still high and the flowers still beg for water!

Every man I know is now gluing himself to his “Big Screen” on this day of the week. Reminds me of when I lived in Ohio…..fireplace going, crunchy apples, popcorn and of course, “Go Bucks!”

Whether you’re throwing the pigskin or watching it, don’t forget the “game of life!” Have fun, hug your children, pray for our country and smile…..somebody might just might seriously need it! Hugs, Linda

We serve a God of second chances….and, thankfully, so! As were His very own disciples; like, for instance, Peter….each day is a second chance on life! A chance to do better, to love longer, to live happier, and to remain in faith.

As a painter, I find a new canvas to be so refreshing and even exhilerating. Mixing up the paints, sketching out the composition, and then virtually laying out the vibrant color….wow! I believe if we looked at each day with God, in that same way, we would take on a more joyful approach to our journey.

Have a “Wow” day, my friend, and know that you are blessed!
It’s a day of second chances for all of us!

Hugs, Linda

I had lunch on the beach today….how exhilerating! It was hot, breezy and the waves were pretty intense but people finiggled their umbrellas, tossed off their flip-flops and threw themselves into the water! Life is kind of like that……just throw yourself into it and love each moment! God is so good to us. Your friend, Linda

It’s a beautiful morning to work in my garden. The light is filtering through the trees and I’ve got a bucket of plants just waiting to be “grounded” in the dirt.

Speaking of getting “grounded”, have you started your day with thankfulness? Are you happy to have set your feet on the floor? Wasn’t that first sip of coffee delicious?

And, I’m so happy to be back here writing!!! I hope the rest of your day is filled with wonderful “attitudes of gratitudes” and that your acquaintenances describe you as gracious!

Be blessed, my friend!
Linda

You’ve seen them, you might even have one. I’m sure if I dug through my cupboards, I’d find one, too…..a jar filled with wonderful buttons of color….some plastic, some bone, some shell, and on, and on. Your grandmother might have kept them in a jar. I wonder if she ever carefully picked one from the pile to mend a shirt or sweater. Or did she just collect them like a unique little art collage? I remember her spreading them out on the table and picking each one up gingerly. She’d turn them over, inspecting each little decorative piece. Those buttons never looked the same, all spread out. Collectively they were beautiful! Makes me think about our lives. Seperately, we can use our lives to mend and stand on our own but, collectively, we build collages of color and gain strength. Reach out to your friends today. Thank them for their strengths, help them with their weakenesses. Together we can make the changes for good! Be blessed today with Happy and Healthy, “Henry” moments! Love, Linda

The earth is quietly sleeping right now but starting to waken. My little winter garden is looking beautiful. Broccoli is forming and my French Breakfast Radishes are peeking through the earth. I ate one right out of the dirt yesterday (OK, I used the garden hose to wash it first!). The taste of vegetables from your own little garden is like no other. Today I’ll cut some leafy green lettuce and make a wonderful salad. The confidence we place in our Maker comes with every planted seed. We prepare the dirt, place the seed in gently, water, fertilize and til the soil and all the time in expectation of a wonderful harvest.
Shouldn’t our lives ooze of that same confidence? If our hearts and minds are stayed on Him and our bodies strong and cared for properly, we can share the quiet confidence of a lovely day and an awesome existence. My prayer for you today is that you spend time with Him, plant good seeds in your life and maybe plant a little veggie too! You’ll be thankful you did (on both counts!) Be Blessed, Linda

Don’t know what you’re supposed to be doing or what you’re supposed to be???? Breathe deeply, place your hands in front of you and lift them to the sky, then repeat these words, “I’m letting it go!” You will have release….and, that means freedom! Give everything to God and be prepared for an adventure. Trusting Him will put a sparkle in your eye and a lift to your step because you won’t know what’s around the corner….but you can believe this….”It will be Good!” For, He is Good! Be Blessed, Linda