Sunday, January 15, 2012
Quote of the Day
Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them. -- Shakespeare
Friday, December 30, 2011
2012
To all who follow my blog, here is my 2012 prayer for you: " May good health be your faithful companion, peace be your gaurded ally, and love your perpetual guide." God bless you all !!! Ida Jewel
Sunday, December 25, 2011
12 Days of Christmas
Merry Christmas to my family and friends. Service was wonderful. Bishop explained the true meaning of the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas". It originated in England around the 16th century. Christians were being persecuted if they publicly declared or in anyway displayed thier faith. Each verse was a code representing a doctrinal point or belief. Christ's birth was celebrated from December 25th to January 5th. Bishop ended the message reminding us that we live in a time and place were our christianity isn't and shouldn't be hid. It is Merry Christmas !!!!!
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Food for Thought
Question of the day: If you woke up today with only the things you thanked God for yesterday, what would you have ?
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Helpful Hint of the Day
> When cleaning the mirrors in your home or car and cleaning the inner windshield, try this : use an inexpensive can of shaving cream. It reduces fog build up !
More heplful hints to come, Mz Ida
More heplful hints to come, Mz Ida
Sunday, September 04, 2011
Hello Detroit
Although my trip to Detroit was for business, I was able to have some leisure time. Special thanks to my daughters Dayna and Camille for making the whole thing happen for me. It was also good to see my brother Vince, sister-in-law Anita and thier children. My thanks also to Anita's parents who live on Harsen's Island for taking out on their boat. It was even good to see Belle Isle and downtown Detroit water front again. Also, thanks to my buddy Donita for treating me to Sunday brunch at one of my favorite restaurants downtown - Fishbones !
Sunday, August 07, 2011
Vocabulary
I sometimes laugh at myself when I realize how my vocabulary has changed since I moved to San Antonio. I refer to pop as "soda" and say, " Hi, how y'all doing". A couple of friends up North (smile) say I'm begining to talk with a drawl. I don't think so ! I'll be in Michigan for a few days at this month's end so I guess that'll be be true test when I talk with my family and friends. Also, I'm truly hoping to spend a little time by real water while I'm there !
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
Early Morning Coffee Club
Being far from family and friends can be a little challenging at times. But I would have to say that my neighbors in my particular apartment building have cushioned the feelings of being alone quite a bit. At least 2 - 3 times a week between 6 and 7 AM, three of us meet on our long balcony for coffee. It's usually myself, Jon and Diane. We talk about everything from current local events/news, religion and politics :-), our children & grandchildren, family etc. Sometimes we just laugh over silly things and simply enjoy each others company. Jon is the only Texan; Diane is from New Orleans: and me the native Detroiter. Back in the (smile) winter when the temperature went down to 50 degrees I was outside with a thin jacket on and everyone else was in coats. I would be asked " Aren't you cold ?" I would answer that 50 degrees in December where I'm from is a miracle, this feels good." I was called " Nanook of the North ". It's good to have people around to help me adjust to my life here.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Grandma's Gems
Taylor and Frederick are growing so fast. It's hard to believe she'll be starting kindergarten in August and Frederick starts preschool in January. Dayna has told them when their older that they'll be attending college and will graduate. Taylor remarked " Mommy, I'm older now ! I don't need kindergarten. I'm ready for college. " I thought that was so cute, but after all I am grandma.
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