Lighthouses of the Hudson Valley, New York

Happy 4th of July

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 16:48:00 +0000

Happy Memorial Day

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 29 May 2011 19:36:00 +0000

Dear Heavenly Father,

As we remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we enjoy every day, we think of how they have followed in the footsteps of your son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Please hold our servicemen and women in your strong arms. Cover them with your sheltering grace and your presence as they stand in the gap for our protection.

We also remember the families of our troops. We ask for your unique blessings to fill their homes, and we pray your peace, provision, and strength will fill their lives.

May the members of our armed forces be supplied with courage to face each day and may they trust in the Lord's mighty power to accomplish each task. Let our military brothers and sisters feel our love and support.

In the name of Jesus. Amen.

An Easter Prayer

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 07:01:00 +0000

Easter Prayer

God our Father,

by raising Christ your Son

you conquered the power of death

and opened for us the way to eternal life.

Let our celebration today raise us up

and renew our lives by the Spirit that is within us.

Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Happy New Year Prayer

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:22:00 +0000

Happy New Year graphics comment

O God of new beginnings and wonderful surprises,

thank you for the gift of a new year.

May it be a time of grace for me,

a time to grow in faith and love,

a time to renew my commitment

to following Your Son, Jesus.

May it be a year of blessing for me,

a time to cherish my family and friends,

a time to renew my efforts at work,

a time to embrace my faith more fully.

Walk with me, please, in every day

and every hour of this new year,

that the light of Christ might shine through me,

in spite of my weaknesses and failings.

Above all, may I remember this year that

I am a pilgrim on the sacred path to You.

Amen

Merry Christmas ~ Eternal God, this joyful day

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 08:01:00 +0000

Eternal God, this joyful day

Eternal God, this joyful day is radiant with the brilliance of your one true light. May that light illuminate our hearts and shine in our words and deeds. May the hope, the peace, the joy, and the love represented by the birth in Bethlehem fill our lives and become part of all that we say and do. May we share the divine life of your son Jesus Christ, even as he humbled himself to share our humanity. Bless us and the feast that You have provided for us, let us be thankful for the true gift of Christmas, your Son. Amen.

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Eternal God, this joyful day

Happy Thanksgiving

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 08:01:00 +0000

"Prayer at Harvest and Thanksgiving"

O God, source and giver of all things,

You manifest your infinite majesty, power and goodness

In the earth about us:

We give you honor and glory.

For the sun and the rain,

For the manifold fruits of our fields:

For the increase of our herds and flocks,

We thank you.

For the enrichment of our souls with divine grace,

We are grateful.

Supreme Lord of the harvest,

Graciously accept us and the fruits of our toil,

In union with Jesus, your Son,

As atonement for our sins,

For the growth of your Church,

For peace and love in our homes,

And for salvation for all.

We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen.

From Living God’s Justice: Reflections and Prayers, compiled by The Roundtable Association of Diocesan Social Action Directors

Remembering September 11th

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 07:01:00 +0000

http://www.indianaweirdo.com/

Happy 4th of July

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 07:01:00 +0000

The Pride of Our Country

by Roger Robicheau

Today as before, our brave do fight

For a land they love, a flag so right

The pride of our country, yes they are

The strength of our nation, best by far

Just as our brave from each war gone by

They march for us proudly, flag held high

From all over this land they come to serve

They’re taught by the best, this they deserve

When troops give their all, the world does see

Whether serving on land, in the air, or at sea

The pride from this country, march through war

With home drawn strength, held deep in their core

Our best are so awesome, their loved ones well know

May God guide their journey where they - for us - go

What these brave must have is support from their own

The love from their people, firm thankfulness shown

Our greatest achievement is that we’re still free

Please take time and ponder who caused this to be

Happy Memorial Day

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 30 May 2010 13:07:00 +0000

It is the

VETERAN,

not the preacher,

who has given us freedom of religion.

It is

the VETERAN,

not the reporter,

who has given us freedom of the press.

It is

the VETERAN,

not the poet,

who has given us freedom of speech.

It is

the VETERAN,

not the campus organizer,

who has given us freedom to assemble.

It is

the VETERAN,

not the lawyer,

who has given us the right to a fair trial.

It is

the VETERAN,

not the politician,

Who has given us the right to vote.

It is the

VETERAN who

salutes the Flag,

It is

the

VETERAN

who serves

under the Flag,

We can be very

proud of our young men and women in the service no matter where they serve.

God Bless them all!!!

Makes you proud to be an AMERICAN!!!!

Easter Prayer

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 12:37:00 +0000

God our Father,

by raising Christ your Son

you conquered the power of death

and opened for us the way to eternal life.

Let our celebration today raise us up

and renew our lives by the Spirit that is within us.

Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Happy New Year

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:09:00 +0000

As any year 2009 came with many blessings and challenges, all to be learned from.

While going through difficult challenges the blessings tend to be overshadowed.

I hope for you all you have overcome or are working through your challenges and blessings abound as we enter 2010.

Take the time today and reflect on 2009 and remember the positives and let go of the negatives. Tell your loved ones you love them even though you believe they already know this. Nothing is more uplifting for an individual to be acknowledged with the three simple words, I Love You!

To each and everyone of my family members, friends, and new found friends from cyberspace I love and cherish each and every one of you and look forward to a prosperous 2010.

God bless.

Merry Christmas

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 08:01:00 +0000

A Christmas Prayer

by Robert Louis Stevenson

Loving Father,

Help us remember the birth of Jesus,

that we may share in the song of the angels,

the gladness of the shepherds,

and worship of the wise men.

Close the door of hate

and open the door of love all over the world.

Let kindness come with every gift

and good desires with every greeting.

Deliver us from evil by the blessing

which Christ brings,

and teach us to be merry with clear hearts.

May the Christmas morning

make us happy to be thy children,

and Christmas evening bring us to our beds

with grateful thoughts,

forgiving and forgiven,

for Jesus' sake.

Amen.

Sea Girt Lighthouse, New Jersey

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:51:00 +0000

Lighthouses are known to be a beckon of hope for sailors in navigating their way back to shore. Modern day lighthouse enthusiasts flock to lighthouses from shore to shore to explore each unique one. For many the visits are not practical. With the Internet this has changed. Come along into cyberspace and explore the Sea Girt Lighthouse at: http://www.lonekeep.com/seagirtlighthouse and explore the fascinating history.

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

THE LIGHTHOUSE MAN

The Lighthouse Man manufactures the most authentic looking lawn lighthouses on the market today. Our exterior yard and garden lighthouses are built from state of the art materials that requires virtually no maintenance. Our outdoor lighthouses will enhance any lawn or garden and add that distinct nautical theme to your decor. We offer a wide variety of sizes and styles and even have: Wooden Lighthouses, Revolving Beacons, & Working Lawn Lighthouse Plans for the Do-It-Yourself woodworker.

Visit: http://www.lighthouseman.com/

Lighthouse Gallery and Gifts

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Lighthouse Gallery and Gifts has THE most complete selection of Lighthouse merchandise in the Carolinas. Harbour Lights, Lefton Lighthouses, lighthouse art, furniture, jewelry, books and MORE! A MUST STOP for Lighthouse Lovers visiting the NC Outer Banks!

Visit: http://www.seabeacons.com/

Happy Thanksgiving

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

A Thanksgiving Day Prayer

Lord, so often times, as any other day

When we sit down to our meal and pray

We hurry along and make fast the blessing

Thanks, amen. Now please pass the dressing

We're slaves to the olfactory overload

We must rush our prayer before the food gets cold

But Lord, I'd like to take a few minute more

To really give thanks to what I'm thankful for

For my family, my health, a nice soft bed

My friends, my freedom, a roof over my head

I'm thankful right now to be surrounded by those

Whose lives touch me more than they'll ever possibly know

Thankful Lord, that You've blessed me beyond measure

Thankful that in my heart lives life's greatest treasure

That You, dear Jesus, reside in that place

And I'm ever so grateful for Your unending grace

So please, heavenly Father, bless this food You've provided

And bless each and every person invited

Amen!

--Scott Wesemann

Les Phares Lighthouses Gallery

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

This site contains informations and pictures on about 450 European lighthouses and light vessels with maps, photos and more!

Visit: http://www.lesphares.stonecross.de/

Litehaus.org - Lighthouses

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Dedicated to the lights that kept weary travelers safe. In days gone by, many souls were lost as ships hit the rocks and sank. Lighthouses were a marker to help a captain navigate safely around hazards. Another light to guide wayward souls home is Jesus.

Visit: http://litehaus.org/lighthouses/LHMain.html

Save the Lighthouse - The Morris Island Lighthouse, SC

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:02:00 +0000

Save The Light Inc. is a non-profit organization to protect historic Morris Island Lighthouse in Charleston, S.C. USA. See amazing Virtual Tour Automatic Slide Shows (no Plug-in needed!) and 360 degree Real video and QTVR views at top, 200 stairs up!

Roger Bansemer's Lighthouses of the South

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

A complete guide to every lighthouse in Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina. Includes detailed location maps, personal observations, history, and beautiful illustrations of each light.

Visit: http://www.bansemer.com/lighthouses.htm

Lighthouses of Scotland

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Lighthouses of Scotland - most of them designed by the Lighthouse Stevensons, family of author Robert Louis Stevenson. Here you'll find lots of photos and informations about many Scottish lighthouses.

Visit: http://www.albamusic.net/lighthouses.html

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

A website to showcase the lighthouse photographs I have taken. Site also includes lighthouse history, a glossary of terms, lighthouse trivia, a giftstore to purchase lighthouse gifts, and much much more!

Visit: http://www.seathelights.com/

Veterans Day

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

THIS PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS...

GENERATIONS OF VALOR...

We truly take a lot for granted. Forget the football 'heroes' and movie 'stars'.

Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you,

Jesus Christ and the American Soldier.

One died for your soul; the other for your freedom..

Lighthouse Auctions

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Lighthouse Auctions shows you lighthouses at auction on eBay expiring SOON! Find lighthouse items FAR below regular price plus chances to buy rare sold out miniature lighthouse not seen anywhere else! Thomas Kincade lighthouse items seen here at 75% off! Visit: http://www.ligthouseauctions.com/

Nautical Bay LLC

noreply@blogger.com (Donna M. McDine) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:01:00 +0000

Solar Power Lighthouses by Nautical Bay are the World's Best! Add a touch of seaside living to your home with our attractive and nostalgic solar powered Lighthouse Utility Tower. Lighthouse beacon lights can revolve or use standard 120V electrical power! Visit: http://www.nauticalbayllc.com/