YOU TOOK MY PARKING PLACE AT CHURCH

Thursday, April 09, 2009

One day, a man went to visit a church. He got there early, parked his car and got out. Another car pulled up near him. The driver got out and said, 'I always park there! You took my place!'

The visitor went inside for Sunday School, found an empty seat and sat down. A young lady from the church approached him and stated, 'That's my seat! You took my place!' The visitor was somewhat distressed by this rude welcome, but said nothing.

After Sunday School, the visitor went into the sanctuary and sat down. Another member walked up to him and said, 'That's where I always sit! You took my place!'

The Visitor was even more troubled by this treatment, but still he said nothing.

Later as the congregation was praying for Christ to dwell among them, the visitor stood up, and his appearance began to change, Horrible scars became visible on his hands and on his sandaled feet. Someone from the congregation noticed him and called out, 'What happened to you?'

The visitor replied, as his hat became a crown of thorns, and a tear fell from his eye, 'I took your place.


Happy Easter everyone...

I just had to share this with one...I received this from a friend....

  

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JCARDINAL 4/10/2009 12:00PM

Thanks for sharing this story. Puts things in perspective. Report Inappropriate Comment

CRYSTALPISTOL2 4/10/2009 2:04AM

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MOMMA48 4/9/2009 7:41PM

I love it Maggie! And, I'm going to save this one -- what a wonderful reminder and how special! Just like YOU! Luv ya -- Cheryl! Report Inappropriate Comment

May there be Peace in your soul

Wednesday, April 08, 2009

May Today there be peace within. May you trust that you are exactly where you are meant to be.

May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are born of faith in yourself and others. May you use the gifts that you have received, and pass on the love that has been given to you. May you be content with yourself just the way you are. Let this knowledge settle into your bones, and allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, praise and Love. It it ther for each and every one of us."

Have a Happy and safe Easter and Thank God for all he has done for us...

Your friend and Co Leader of Stressed out Moms/Women Gettin' Healthy

  

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JIBBIE49 4/8/2009 10:01PM

Love that background picture. That is so beautiful. Report Inappropriate Comment

MOMMA48 4/8/2009 1:11PM

How super touching and lovely message, Maggie! I treasured every word of it and loved it so!! Thank you, my special Angel! Cheryl (Your Special and Ever Supporting Friend!) Leader of "STRESSED OUT MOMS/WOMEN GETTIN' HEALTHY" Leader of "AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES" Leader of "BINGER-SNACKER - NIGHT/CLOSET EATER" Leader of "FIGHTING EMOTIONAL PAIN AND STRESS" Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLRIPPER 4/8/2009 10:57AM

Thank you for the lovely message. Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLRIPPER 4/8/2009 10:57AM

Thank you for the lovely message. Report Inappropriate Comment

BAMACHICK39 4/8/2009 10:56AM

Thank you thats so ture Report Inappropriate Comment

Little Zachary

Friday, April 03, 2009

Little Zachary was doing very badly in math. His parents had tried everything….tutors, mentors

Flashcards, special learning centers.
In short, everything the could think of to help his math.

Finally, in a last ditch effort, they took Zachary, down and enrolled him in the local Catholic school…After the first day, little Zachary came home with a very serious look on his face.. He didn’t even kiss his mother hello.

Instead, he went straight to his room and started studying.

Books and papers were spread out all over the room and little Zachary, was hard at work.. His mother was amazed. She called him down to dinner.

To her shock, the minute he was done, he marched back to his room with out a word, and in no time, he was back hitting the books as hard as before.

This went on for some time, day after day, while the mother tried to understand what made all the difference.

Finally, little Zachary, brought home his report card.. He quietly laid it on the table, went up to his room and hit the books. With great trepidation, his mom looked at it and to her great surprise, Little Zachary got an “A” in math.

She could no longer hold her curiosity. She went to his room and said, ‘Son, what was it? Was it the nuns?’ Little Zachary looked at her and shook his head, no. ‘Well, then, ‘ she replied, Was it the books, the discipline, the structure, the uniforms? ‘WHAT WAS IT?’

Little Zachary, looked at her and said, ‘Well on the first day of school when I saw that guy nailed to the plus sign, I knew they weren’t fooling around..

  

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KLEE46 4/5/2009 4:09AM

Good incentive for us all to study the lessons of life. Report Inappropriate Comment

JAZZYJAS 4/4/2009 9:06PM

thanks for the smile, have a great rest of the weekend. Report Inappropriate Comment

BOYSMOM9698 4/4/2009 9:06AM

That is so funny! Thanks for the laugh! Report Inappropriate Comment

JIBBIE49 4/3/2009 10:50PM

I sent my children to Catholic School from 6 to 12th grade, so this is SO cute. Report Inappropriate Comment

MOMMA48 4/3/2009 10:34PM

Loved it, Maggie! Good one!!! Thanks! Your Special Bud - Cheryl! Report Inappropriate Comment

SLENDERELLA2010 4/3/2009 10:27PM

hahahahhaha....funny!!!!!!! Sue Report Inappropriate Comment

My New Chicken and Ducks

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Yesterday gone and tomorrow may never be our

So live today like it may be your last ...

It just might be....

See our New Family...

  

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KLEE46 4/5/2009 4:08AM

Could they be more adorable? I like your feathered family. I had 3 laying hens and could not believe how flavorful the eggs were compared to store bought. Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLESSENCE 4/3/2009 8:16PM

Oh, Maggie - they look so sweet! Ahhh.... - Sara Report Inappropriate Comment

ABBY-DO 4/1/2009 10:50AM

They are so cute, I have a couple of ducks and a goose on nests, can't wait til they hatch.....part of the beauty of spring. Report Inappropriate Comment

SANDINB 3/28/2009 1:35PM

Congrats on your new family. They are adorable! Thanks for your inspiring post on my page!! Your doing a great job too! Report Inappropriate Comment

JIBBIE49 3/25/2009 3:37PM

Oh, so adorable. Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLRIPPER 3/25/2009 3:10PM

Maggie, They are just adorable. Thank you for sharing them with us on Spark. Report Inappropriate Comment

MOMMA48 3/25/2009 12:55PM

They are just adorable! Thanks for sharing, Maggie! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANSING 3/25/2009 11:52AM

Awww... Those little babies are so cute. Makes me want some. Annette Report Inappropriate Comment

Never Take someone for granted.

Saturday, March 14, 2009

Never take someone for granted Hold every person close to your heart Because you might wake up one day And realize that you've lost a diamond While you were too busy collecting stones.

  

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JIBBIE49 3/15/2009 1:56AM

Make this the best day ever!! It will only happen this one time and this day will not come back again for us. Report Inappropriate Comment

SPARKLESSENCE 3/14/2009 6:54PM

What lovely and loving advice, Maggie! I very much agree...and have found this so in my own life. Thanks for stopping by my SparkPage and paying me a visit! I'm glad you like the way I've "decorated" it :) I love this picture of you by the river... - Sara Report Inappropriate Comment

MAGGGGG 3/14/2009 11:05AM

Good advise!! I learned that when my dad died. I also like your picture. It looks very peaceful there. Report Inappropriate Comment

MOMMA48 3/14/2009 10:29AM

Your message is so true -- every day is a blessing and we should enjoy every minute of it with others! Report Inappropriate Comment

WOOLRIPPER 3/14/2009 10:18AM

Maggie, Very poignant. Very beautiful. Donna2 Report Inappropriate Comment