Photo for 06/01/2009

Flower garden at the Legler Barn Museum…

Points To Ponder 06/01/2009

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Generally speaking you don’t learn much with your mouth open.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 14:11-15 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

11 The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to ________.
13 Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in grief.
14 The faithless will be fully repaid for their ways, and the good man rewarded for his.
15 A simple man believes anything, but a prudent man gives thought to his steps.
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Photo for 05/31/2009

Monarch butterfly at the Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/31/2009

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Leaders do the right thing, for the right reason, at the right time. - George Barna.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 14:6-10 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.
7 Stay away from a __________ man, for you will not find knowledge on his lips.
8 The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways, but the folly of fools is ________________.
9 Fools mock at making amends for sin, but goodwill is found among the upright.
10 Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy.
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Photo for 05/30/2009

At the Legler Barn Museum, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/30/2009

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It’s been said that we take on the characteristics of the five people we spend the most time with. If that’s true I suggest you look around and see what those five people are like….because to a certain degree you will be looking into the mirror………and would God say it was a good thing or a bad thing if someone modeled your characteristics?
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 14:1-5 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

1 The wise woman builds her _________, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.
2 He whose walk is upright fears the LORD, but he whose ways are devious despises him.
3 A fool's talk brings a _______ to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.
4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox comes an abundant harvest.
5 A truthful witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies.
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Photo for 05/29/2009

BIG buzz at the Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/29/2009

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Either we conform our desires to the truth or we conform the truth to our desires. – Os Guinness
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 13:21-25 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

21 Misfortune pursues the sinner, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous.
22 A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but a sinner's __________ is stored up for the righteous.
23 A poor man's field may produce abundant food, but injustice sweeps it away.
24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
25 The righteous eat to their hearts' content, but the stomach of the wicked goes hungry.
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Photo for 05/28/2009

Believe it or not…but the overcast day we had out there today is a great time to shoot pictures of flowers (as long as it is not raining). I shot this picture of a miniature pink and white columbine at 11:59:21 this morning. It was pretty dark out there so I cranked the ISO to 640, used my 480mm telephoto set @ f/11 with a shutter speed of 1/30 second.

Points To Ponder 05/28/2009

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An alibi is first cousin to excuse, and both make lousy relatives. - Murray Chase
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 13:16-19 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

16 Every prudent man acts out of knowledge, but a fool exposes his folly.
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.
18 He who ignores discipline comes to ___________ and ___________, but whoever heeds correction is honored.
19 A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.
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Photo for 05/27/2009

At Shawnee Mission Park…

Points To Ponder for 05/272009

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To make the most of today keep eternity in mind.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 13:11-15 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

11 Dishonest money dwindles away, but he who gathers money little by little makes it grow.
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.
13 He who scorns __________ will pay for it, but he who respects a command is rewarded.
14 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.
15 Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful is hard.
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Photo for 05/26/2009

Rose at the Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/26/2009

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Most aren’t contented with their lot in life until it’s a LOT more.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 13:6-10 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

6 Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.
7 One man pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.
8 A man's riches may ransom his life, but a poor man hears no threat.
9 The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is snuffed out.
10 Pride only breeds _________, but wisdom is found in those who take _________.
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Photo for 05/25/2009

Another Turkey Vulture at Beaver Lake, Arkansas this spring…

Points To Ponder 05/25/2009

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God has included you in His plans - have you included him in yours? - Paul L. Powers
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 13:1-5 (NIV) Fill in the blank . . .

1 A wise son heeds his father's instruction, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.
2 From the fruit of his lips a man enjoys good things, but the unfaithful have a craving for violence.
3 He who guards his lips guards his _____, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin.
4 The sluggard craves and gets nothing, but the desires of the diligent are fully satisfied.
5 The righteous hate what is false, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace.
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Photo for 05/24/2009

Columbine in our backyard…

Points To Ponder 05/24/2009

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If you don’t live it, you don’t believe it…..
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 12:23-28 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

23 A prudent man keeps his ___________ to himself, but the heart of fools blurts out folly.
24 Diligent hands will rule, but laziness ends in _______ labor.
25 An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.
26 A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27 The lazy man does not roast his game, but the diligent man prizes his possessions.
28 In the way of righteousness there is life; along that path is immortality.
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Photo for 05/23/2009

Blue Grosbeak at Beaver Lake, Arkansas this spring…

Points To Ponder 05/23/2009

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Nothing is interesting if you’re not interested. Helen Macinnes
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 12:18-22 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

18 Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings _________.
19 Truthful lips endure ___________, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
20 There is deceit in the hearts of those who plot evil, but joy for those who promote peace.
21 No harm befalls the righteous, but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
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Photo for 05/22/2009

At the Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/22/2009

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Daily pickups prevent weekly pileups.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 12:14-17 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

14 From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things as surely as the work of his hands rewards him.
15 The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to __________.
16 A fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an ___________.
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Photo for 05/21/2009

At the Deanna Rose Farmstead, Olathe, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/21/2009

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Obedience to God is the key to freedom.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 12:9-13 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

9 Better to be a nobody and yet have a servant than pretend to be somebody and have no food.
10 A ___________ man cares for the needs of his animal, but the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment.
12 The wicked desire the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by his sinful _______, but a righteous man escapes trouble.
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Photo for 05/20/2009

Bradford pear at Shawnee Mission Park…

Points To Ponder 05/20/2009

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We must have a correct view of eternity to understand the real value of time.
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Proverbs 12:5-8 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . .

5 The plans of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is __________.
6 The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 Wicked men are overthrown and are no more, but the house of the righteous stands firm.
8 A man is praised according to his wisdom, but men with warped minds are __________.
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Photo for 05/19/2009

In our backyard…

Points To Ponder 05/19/2009

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Psalm 50:15
15 Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me." NKJV

Vicki and I had a MAJOR answer to prayer today. Above is one of the verses we had been clinging to…..He has delivered us and now we PRAISE Him and give Him the glory.

Praise Him for His mercy and grace in our time of need….

Thank you Lord for answered prayer…Ron & Vicki
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 12:1-4 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

1 Whoever loves _________ loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.
2 A good man obtains favor from the LORD, but the LORD condemns a crafty man.
3 A man cannot be established through wickedness, but the righteous cannot be uprooted.
4 A wife of ________ character is her husband's crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones.
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Photo for 05/18/2009

Redbud trees at Shawnee Mission Park…

Points To Ponder 05/18/2009

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Every time you speak your mind is on parade.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 11:28-31 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

28 Whoever trusts in his _________ will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.
29 He who brings trouble on his ________ will inherit only wind, and the fool will be servant to the wise.
30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.
31 If the righteous receive their due on earth, how much more the ungodly and the sinner!
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Photo for 05/17/2009

Tulips at the Christa McAuliffe Elementary School, Lenexa, Kansas.

Points To Ponder 05/17/2009

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We please God most when our walk matches out talk…
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 11:24-27 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

24 One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.
25 A ___________ man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.
26 People ________ the man who hoards grain, but blessing crowns him who is willing to sell.
27 He who seeks good finds goodwill, but evil comes to him who searches for it.
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Photo for 05/16/2009

Flowers in our neighbor’s yard…

Points To Ponder 05/16/2009

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Love is never afraid of giving too much.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 11:19-23 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

19 The truly righteous man attains ______, but he who pursues evil goes to his death.
20 The LORD detests men of perverse heart but he delights in those whose ways are blameless.
21 Be sure of this: The wicked will not go unpunished, but those who are righteous will go free.
22 Like a gold ring in a pig's _______ is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion.
23 The desire of the righteous ends only in good, but the hope of the wicked only in wrath.
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Photo for 05/15/2009

At Shawnee Mission Park…

Points To Ponder 05/15/2009

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Sin is a heart disease that can only be cured by the Great Physician.
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Proverbs 11:14-18 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

14 For lack of ______________ a nation falls, but many advisers make victory sure.
15 He who puts up security for another will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to strike hands in pledge is safe.
16 A kindhearted woman gains respect, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings _________ on himself.
18 The wicked man earns deceptive wages, but he who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
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Photo for 05/14/2009

At Shawnee Mission Park…

Points To Ponder 05/14/2009

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For the Christian, heaven is spelled H-O-M-E
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Proverbs 11:9-13 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

9 With his mouth the godless destroys his neighbor, but through _________ the righteous escape.
10 When the righteous prosper, the city rejoices; when the wicked perish, there are shouts of _______.
11 Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.
12 A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
13 A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy man keeps a secret.
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Photo for 05/13/2009

Apple blossoms..

Points To Ponder 05/13/2009

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In every desert of despair God has an oasis of comfort.
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Proverbs 11:5-8 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

5 The righteousness of the blameless makes a straight way for them, but the wicked are brought down by their own wickedness.
6 The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the unfaithful are trapped by evil desires.
7 When a wicked man dies, his hope _________; all he expected from his power comes to nothing.
8 The righteous man is rescued from trouble, and it comes on the __________ instead.
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Photo for 05/12/2009

Redbud trees near our house.

Points To Ponder 05/12/2009

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Train up a child in the way he should go…and be sure you go that way yourself.
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Proverbs 11:1-4 (NIV) Fill in the blank…

1 The LORD abhors _________ scales, but accurate weights are his delight.
2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.
3 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity.
4 Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.
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Photo for 05/11/2009

Okay folks…we still have at least two or three more four wheel drives trips from the Ouray, Colorado trip that we did last fall. But for now we are going to come back and look at some local spring photos….Redbud trees near our house.

Points To Ponder 05/11/2009

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He who angers you, controls you!
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 10:30-32 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

30 The righteous will never be _________, but the wicked will not remain in the land.
31 The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out.
32 The lips of the righteous know what is __________, but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.
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Photo for 05/10/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… The lower part of the road into Yankee Boy Basin is not that rough but it does have some spectacular overhangs and drop-offs… :0)

Points To Ponder 05/10/2009

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If you plant weeds, don’t expect to grow flowers and attract butterflies…
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Proverbs 10:26-29 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

26 As vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is a sluggard to those who send him.
27 The fear of the LORD adds length to life, but the years of the wicked are cut short.
28 The prospect of the righteous is _____, but the hopes of the wicked come to nothing.
29 The way of the LORD is a ______ for the righteous, but it is the ruin of those who do evil.
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Photo for 05/09/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… The lower part of the road into Yankee Boy Basin is not that rough but it does have some spectacular overhangs and drop-offs… :0)

Points To Ponder 05/09/2009

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Two marks of a Christian: Giving and Forgiving.
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Proverbs 10:22-25 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

22 The blessing of the LORD brings wealth, and he adds no trouble to it.
23 A fool finds pleasure in evil conduct, but a man of understanding delights in wisdom.
24 What the wicked dreads will ________ him; what the righteous desire will be granted.
25 When the storm has swept by, the _______ are gone, but the righteous stand firm forever.
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Photo for 05/08/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… The lower part of the road into Yankee Boy Basin is not that rough but it does have some spectacular overhangs and drop-offs… :0)

Points To Ponder 05/08/2009

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The most overloaded, desperate people are those who can see no other burdens but their own.
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 10:18-21 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

18 He who conceals his ______ has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
19 When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.
20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked is of little value.
21 The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of _________.
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Photo for 05/07/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… This is where we join up with the road that goes on up into Yankee Boy Basin which will be another trip…for now there will be a couple of more photos stops before we get into Ouray.

Points To Ponder 05/07/2009

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If Columbus had turned back, no one would have blamed him….but no one would have remembered him, either.
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Proverbs 10:13-17 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

13 Wisdom is found on the lips of the ___________, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment.
14 Wise men store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.
15 The wealth of the rich is their fortified city, but poverty is the ruin of the poor.
16 The wages of the righteous bring them life, but the income of the wicked brings them punishment.
17 He who heeds discipline shows the way to _____, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.
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Photo for 05/06/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… A deer on the road ahead…YES…that big rock IS the road… Actually Vicki snapped this picture…seems the wildlife is always on her side of the Jeep :0)

Points To Ponder 05/06/2009

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Other books are given for information; the Bible is given for transformation.
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Proverbs 10:10-12 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

10 He who winks maliciously causes grief, and a chattering fool comes to ruin.
11 The mouth of the righteous is a ________ of life, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked.
12 Hatred stirs up dissension, but love _______ over all wrongs.
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Photo for 05/05/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… Down below us is the Camp Bird Mine and in the distance the road we will eventually travel..

Points To Ponder 05/05/2009

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Did you ever notice: The Roman Numerals for forty (40) are 'XL.'
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Proverbs 10:7-9 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

7 The memory of the righteous will be a blessing, but the name of the wicked will _____.
8 The wise in heart accept commands, but a ___________ fool comes to ruin.
9 The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out.
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Photo for 05/04/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… A “Ruffed Grouse” beside the road. Actually Vicki snapped this picture :0)

Points To Ponder 05/04/2009

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Remember that the shortest bridge between despair and hope is often a good "Thank you Jesus."
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BIBLE QUIZ:
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Proverbs 10:4-6 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

Lazy hands make a man _____, but diligent hands bring wealth.

He who gathers crops in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.

Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the _______ of the wicked.
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Photo for 05/03/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… Waterfall in lower Imogene Basin….

Points To Ponder 05/03/2009

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"There is more hunger for love and appreciation in this world than for bread." - Mother Teresa
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Proverbs 10:1-3 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings _____ to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.
Ill-gotten treasures are of no _____, but righteousness delivers from death.
The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry but he thwarts the craving of the wicked.
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Photo for 05/02/2009

Headed over Imogene Pass from Telluride to Ouray… A Pika on the mine dump at the “Hidden Treasure Mine” in Imogene Basin…

Points To Ponder 05/02/2009

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History is an immense early warning system.
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Proverbs 9:10-18 (NIV) Fill in the blanks . . .

"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of _________, and knowledge of the Holy One is _____________. For through me your days will be many, and years will be added to your life. If you are wise, your wisdom will reward you; if you are a mocker, you alone will suffer." The woman Folly is loud; she is undisciplined and without knowledge. She sits at the door of her house, on a seat at the highest point of the city, calling out to those who pass by, who go straight on their way. "Let all who are simple come in here!" she says to those who lack judgment. "Stolen water is sweet; food eaten in secret is delicious!" But little do they know that the dead are there, that her guests are in the depths of the grave.
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