Happy birthday, Jesus! Chapter 9 verses 6 -7 of the book of Isaiah from the Living Bible describes this significant and magnificent event below.
For unto us a Child is born; unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder. These will be his royal titles: “Wonderful,” “Counselor,” “The Mighty God,” [...]
Archive for the ‘Holidays’ Category
Happy birthday, Jesus!
Posted in Birthday, Celebration, Christmas, God, Holidays, tagged Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The Everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace, Happy birthday Jesus! on December 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Celebrate Christmas 2008
Posted in Christmas, Holidays, tagged Christmas season, goodwill, Jesus Christ, peace on December 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Jesus Christ is the reason we celebrate the Christmas season. Peace, goodwill, and the blessings of God be with you and your family.
Is there a Santa Claus?
Posted in Children, Christmas, Holidays, tagged childhood, Francis Pharcellus Church, Santa Claus, The Sun, Virginia O'Hanlon on December 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Enjoy the timeless story below. For those of you who are news buffs, check out this website: http://www.newseum.org.
Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of New York’s Sun, and the quick response was printed as an unsigned editorial Sept. 21, 1897. The work of veteran newsman Francis Pharcellus Church has since become history’s [...]
Fresh Breath for the Holiday Season
Posted in Answers, Holidays, People, Self, tagged Crest, Dentyne ice gum, Dr. Katz, fresh breath, Glide dental floss, Healthy Mouth gel toothpaste, JASON Natural, Stride gum, Thera Breath mouthwash, Trident Xtra Care gum on December 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Fresh breath is desirable anytime and especially around the holiday season when there are parties, galas, receptions, and soirees to attend.
For toothpaste, Healthy Mouth gel by JASON is an excellent choice. It contains CoQ10 for gum support and periodontal protection. Enriched with Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil and Aloe Vera Gel to help soothe and [...]
A Marvelous Halloween
Posted in Celebration, Fun Activities, Holidays, People, tagged Benji, costume contest, Count Dracula, Flapper, Halloween, Jedi Knight, Marie Antoinette, Matthew, Moulin Rouge, NYLO Hotel, Queen Bee, Red Riding Hood, Snow White on November 1, 2008 | 1 Comment »
Some days I get to participate in one fun activity after another. Yesterday, on Halloween, was such an occasion. I got to wear the Red Riding Hood costume, which fitted me perfectly. Next, I got to emcee the costume contest at my company. There was no script to follow so I just went with the flow. [...]
Memorial Day
Posted in Blessing, Holidays, Pray, tagged bravery, Memorial Day, Military, patriotism, sacrifice on May 24, 2008 | 1 Comment »
We are blessed and privileged to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave known as the United States of America. We owe an enormous debt of gratitude to the men and women serving in our Military for their sacrifice, bravery, and patriotism. Take the time to reach out and [...]
Cinco de Mayo
Posted in Festivals, Fun Activities, Holidays, tagged Battle of Puebla in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo, fiesta, mariachi music, the Fifth of May on May 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Cinco de Mayo is next Monday, the Fifth of May. It celebrates the defeat of the French at the Battle of Puebla in Mexico. Today, when Cinco de Mayo is observed you can find parades, festivals, mariachi music, dancing, and lots of food.
Check your local event guides for a list of festivities taking place [...]
St. Patrick’s Day
Posted in Fun Activities, Holidays, tagged Anne of Green Gables, Everything’s Gone Green, Fried Green Tomatoes, Green Card, St. Patrick's Day, The Green Mile on March 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Actual day is next Monday, March 17. Remember to wear green. May the luck of the Irish be with you!
Check out these “green” movies while you celebrate St. Paddy’s:
Everything’s Gone Green – starring Paulo Costanzo and Steph Song
The Green Mile – starring Tom Hanks and Michael Clarke Duncan
Fried Green Tomatoes – [...]
Leap Year Friday
Posted in Blessing, Fun Activities, Happiness, Health, Holidays, Inspiration, Laughter, Nutrition, People, Pray, tagged February 29, Leap Year on February 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Happy leap year Friday!! What are you doing with your extra leap day?
Here’s the delightful list of 24 actions to get you started. . .
Celebrate your birthday if you are the leap year baby.
Act on the new ideas that have been brewing in your imagination.
Visit a public garden to marvel at the plentiful and [...]
Thank goodness it’s Monday!
Posted in Decide, Holidays, Success, tagged attitude, Monday, opportunity clock, preparedness, Presidents' Day, TGIF, TGIM, Zig Ziglar on February 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Happy Presidents’ Day! For those of you who get to take today off as a holiday your reaction may be to exclaim “Thank goodness it’s Monday!” On the other hand, if you have to work today, do you feel the same joyous reaction?
Many people dread Monday instead of delight in it. How do you turn a [...]
Happy Valentine!
Posted in Holidays, Valentine, tagged family, friends, Happy Valentine, Holidays, love, married, matchmakers TV shows, mother, on-line dating services, singles, soulmate, the one on February 14, 2008 | 1 Comment »
To my darling Mother, Lan Nguyen – happy birthday, Mom! You are my best and sweetest Valentine.
To my other family members – you are my beloved and treasured Valentines.
To my married friends – you are my aspired and inspired Valentines.
To my singles friends – you are my carefree Valentines. For those of you who wish to [...]
Celebrate Tet – Vietnamese New Year
Posted in Holidays, New Year, tagged Andrea Nguyen, rat, Tet, Vietnamese New Year on February 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Today is Thursday, February 7, 2008. It is time to celebrate Tet – the Vietnamese New Year. Tet follows the lunar calendar. Tet 2008 is the year of the Rat. Intriguing!
For more interesting and fun facts about the traditions and practices of Tet, check out Andrea Nguyen’s fabulous and insightful blog.
Happy New Year! Chuc Mung Nam Moi!
Hello 2008!
Posted in Blessing, Holidays, New Year, tagged dreams, faith, family, fans, friends, Health, hope, love, New Year, resolutions, Time on January 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
To my family, friends, and fans. . . I wish you a blessed 2008!!
May your resolutions be accomplished.
May your dreams come true.
May your passion be anchored by purpose.
May your faith stays on course.
May your giving be generous.
May your hope finds its happy ending.
May your learning be inspired.
May your health grows strong.
May your finance be abundant.
May [...]
Thanksgiving Blessing
Posted in Blessing, Holidays, Thanksgivings, tagged benediction, Blessing, God, Thanksgiving, The Lord on November 22, 2007 | 1 Comment »
May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.
You can find this beautiful blessing in the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, in the book of Numbers, chapter 6, verses 24-26.
Happy Thanksgiving!!