I thank God

I thank God daily

Pray to him internally 

For without his grace 

Who is heading for eternity?

It is only by his grace 

That anyone may live 

Only by seeking his face

Can we who below; strive 

To find the answers 

To this our simple lives...

I ask for help; I receive 

The answer that I need 

Without a second thought 

My worries fade to nought 

As long as I accept in faith 

All will be just as He sees 

Just as it is ordained...

Lemon arthritis pain reliever

Lemon arthritis pain reliever

Place whole lemons into a large jar filled with Methylated spirits
Leave for 4 to 6 weeks...
Sealed airtight with tape 

Use the liniment for 
Arthritis, bone spurs, bunions, corns, warts, calcification, 
dry skin on heals, general aches and pains

10 organic antibiotics our ancestors used

10 organic antibiotics our ancestors used

1. Garlic (kills bacteria, parasites, other micro organisms)
2. Honey (antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic)
3. Apple cider vinegar (antibiotic, antiseptic, disinfectant)
4. Turmeric (kills bacteria)
5. Grapefruit seed oil (kills up to 800 types of viruses)
6. Oregano/ oregano oil (antibacterial)
7. Cabbage 
8. Coconut oil
9. Fermented food
10. Colloidal silver

Use honey and cinnamon to boost the immune system
Honey and turmeric on infected areas

Roasted Eggplant burger recipe

Ingredients:
1 medium eggplant (roasted for 30 to 40 minutes)
1 medium onion 
2 cloves garlic 
2 tablespoons linseed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup oatmeal
1 cup wholemeal flour
1/2 cup chopped parsley
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Salt, oil, water

Method:
While eggplant is roasting
Lightly fry onions and garlic in the olive oil
Add roasted eggplant and other ingredients
Mix all together and make patties

Lightly fry until browned on each side
Serve in burger bun or with salad

Natural antibiotic recipe for bladder and kidney infection

Natural antibiotic recipe for kidney and bladder infection

Ingredients:
250 g parsley root
250 g Organic lemon peel
250 g honey
2 dl extra virgin olive oil (1 decilitre equals 10 ml)

Method:
Chop parsley root and blend 
Add lemon peel
Add honey and olive oil
Mix till completely homogenous
Place into a jar and refrigerate

Take half a tablespoon of is mixture every morning before eating or drinking

Parsley root eliminates bacteria through urine (diuretic)
Lemon; Vitamin C, boosts the immune system
Honey: destroys antibiotic resistant bacteria
Olive oil prevents inflammation (potent anti inflammatory)

Avoid exposure to cold, avoid sugar and caffeine
Drink lots of water and unsweetened tea
Parsley and cranberry tea is good for pain

Top 12 alkaline foods that help cleanse the body

PH of 7 is neutral
Over 7.1 is alkaline
Below 6.9 is acidic

Acid forming foods: sugar, white flour, grains, alcohol, caffeine, fried foods, meat
eggs, dairy, fish, sodas, legumes

1. Lemons
2. water
3. Rock melon
4. Parsley; eliminates bacteria, stimulates detox, boosts immunity
5. Papaya
6. Watercress
7. Kiwi fruit
8. Pineapple: lowers cholesterol, boosts fat loss
9. Apples
10. Cucumbers
11. Kale
12. Carrots

All these are in the top 10 alkaline foods: PH of 8
Avocados, ripe Bananas, berries, carrots, celery, currants, dates, garlic

Top 9: 
Apples, apricots, alfalfa sprouts, (super digestible foods)

Top 8:
Grapes, passion fruit, pears, pineapple, raisins, umeboshi plums, vegetable juices

Top 7:
Chicory, Kiwi fruit

Top 6:
Watercress, seaweeds, asparagus

Top 5:
Limes, mango, papaya, parsley

Top 4:
Rock melon, cayenne, capsicum

Top 3:
Agar Agar, (organic gelatin)

Top 2:
Watermelon, (PH 9)

Top 1: 
Lemons (PH 9)

Roasted vegetable salad and spiced zesty brown rice Recipe

Roasted vegetable salad with spiced zesty brown rice

Cooking and preparation time: 30 minutes

Absorption method:
1. Rinse rice in cold water
2. Place 1 cup of rice in saucepan
3. Add 2 cups cold water, bring to the boil, stir gently
4. Reduce heat, simmer covered 25-30 minutes
5. Remove from heat, let stand 5-10 minutes


Spiced zesty brown rice

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups brown rice
600 g pumpkin
3 red capsicums
1 can chick peas, drained
2 lemons (1 zested, 2 Juiced) reserve half juice for serving 
2 tablespoons olive oil (for roasting vegetables)
150 ml olive oil (to stir through rice)
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1/2 clove garlic; crushed
2 teaspoons chilli flakes
2 cups spinach
4 shallots; thinly sliced
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
A handful of coriander, mint; chopped
Salt, season to taste

Method:

1. Cook rice as per packet instructions
2. Preheat oven to 180 degrees C
Wash and prepare vegetables, dice to 2 cm
Roast for 20 minutes until tender but firm
3. Place cumin, coriander seeds in pan
Roast until fragrant
Transfer to mortar and pestle
Add crushed garlic and grind 
Add ground spice mix, chilli flakes, lemon juice and rest to rice
Stir through all remaining ingredients
Serve warm

Cayenne warming oil recipe

Cayenne warming oil recipe to relieve muscle and joint pain

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons crushed mustard seeds
2 teaspoons grated ginger root
250 ml (8 fluid oz.) sunflower oil

Method:
Mix all ingredients in a glass jar
Leave to infuse for 1 week
Strain oil

Massage into affected area to treat muscle and joint pain

The 16 best high fibre foods

1. Split peas
2. Lentils
3. Black Beans
4. Lima Beans
5. Artichokes
6. Peas
7. Broccoli
8. Brussels sprouts
9. Raspberries
10. Blackberries
11. Avocados
12. Pears
13. Bran flakes
14. Whole wheat pasta
15. Pearled barley
16. Oatmeal

Amish black salve Recipe

Amish Black Salve recipe

Ingredients: in 1/2 cup of olive oil

3 tablespoons macerate of Comfrey, calendula, plantain (anti inflammatory, anti bacterial)
2 tablespoons of Shea butter (anti inflammatory)
2 tablespoons of coconut oil (nourishes, speeds healing)
2 tablespoons beeswax (conserve medicinal ingredients)
1 teaspoon Vitamin E oil (positive effect on skin health; healing)
2 tablespoons activated charcoal powder (pulls out bacteria, toxins)
2 tablespoons Kaolin clay (extracts chemicals, toxins)
1 tablespoon honey (anti bacterial, moisturising)
20 drops lavender essential oil (Regenerative, relieves pain)

Method:

1. Prepare macerate first
1 tablespoon of each plant; chopped into powder and placed into 1/2 cup olive oil

(2 ways to prepare the macerate:

Preparation #1
For 4 weeks place plants in oil 
In a sealed jar
Strain

Preparation #2
Heat oil and herbs in a bowl with a double bottom
Leave oil to cook on weakest heat for 1 hour
Till there is a dark strong odour
Strain)

2. Mix macerate, Shea butter, coconut oil, beeswax, Vitamin E and honey
In a jar that you previously put in a bowl with water

3. Heat water to boil and carefully mix ingredients with a non-metallic spoon
Until all dissolved

4. Remove from heat and add charcoal, Kaolin clay, lavender oil
Mix well again

5. Quick pour balm into tightly sealed containers
Use it for the problems listed below...

Uses:
On clean wounds/ injured areas
Put on wound/ thorns and cover with gauze or bandage until it comes out

The Master Tonic most potent anti biotics

1. Apple cider vinegar; acetic and malic acid
2. Garlic; allicin, ant-biotic, anti-viral
3. Ginger; aromatic root; Phenolic compounds
4. Horse radish root; Sulphur, vermifuge, heat
5. Onion; reduce inflammation, reduce infection
6. Habanero peppers; capsacin, relieve congestion
7. Turmeric; anti-inflammatory

Master Tonic recipe
(Wear gloves for the chilli)

Ingredients:

32 oz. bottle of apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup chopped garlic
1/4 cup onions
1 Habanero pepper (hottest available)
1/4 cup grated ginger
2 tablespoons grated horseradish
2 tablespoons turmeric or root chunks

Method:

Blend for a couple of minutes
Strain
Bottle

OR
Steep ingredients in Apple cider vinegar
Leave in a dark place for 4 weeks
Strain

Leftovers; dried powder can be used as a cooking spice
Add to oil for salad dressing 

10 foods that unblock arteries

1. Avocados; lower LDL, Raise HDL
2. Asparagus; lower blood pressure, prevent clots
3. Pomegranate; Nitric oxide production
4. Broccoli; Vitamin K, Lowers blood pressure; raises blood flow; lower cholesterol
5. Turmeric; anti inflammatory; lowers chances of blood clots
6. Persimmon; anti oxidants, lowers LDL, lowers triglycerides
7. Spirulina; regulates lipid levels
8. Cinnamon; lowers cholesterol; clears plaque
9. Cranberries; lowers LDL, raises HDL
10. Green tea; has high levels catechins, lowers weight, natural metabolism boost

Life Blessings

Life...

A blessing to us all
Whether we are large; small
We must appreciate each and every day
For who knows what tomorrow brings
Right now I am alive
My mum though ill, is alive
My children and grand children thrive
At this very moment in time
All is as well as can be
Right now I see and hear
Right now I am breathing in fresh air
Right now I feel good and all is well
I thank the Lord for the blessings of this day!
Amen 

Red is the colour of my love

Red is the colour of my love for you
My heart beats out it's calm tattoo
I am at ease within your strong arms
I know you'll keep me safe from harm

Blue just like you

Walked a while on a sunny day

Enjoying spring; I say
Just before me walked an angry man
Talking out loud; no-one was near
Anger bubbled in his head
Like a storm; from him it bled
Words burst forth through the air
Someone must have pissed him off
A car was mentioned; his anger I felt
"I'm blue" he said "just like you"
"It's just a car, what's the stew?
I slowed and stopped as he bent over
Picking up an old durry; he spoke some more
Would his words even up the score?
Crossed the street and out escaped a sigh
I didn't want to catch his eye...
"Poor bloke" thought I
Shame he turned the air blue with his words
Nice manners he eschewed
"It's likely storm clouds follow you"

9 November 2016

Four generations

We gather together in peace 

We; join our souls as one
Four generations of my family 
Firstborn daughters each one
My mother's time is now waning
My life too goes on...
My precious daughter is gaining
More wisdom as she becomes
A mother herself thrice over
Precious 3 year old
Grand-daughter; joins the fun
We reminisce about old days
We talk of good times; bygone
Soon my angel mother will leave us
Only God knows her time
We are blessed in my family
To still have a little time
To gather together on occasion
To reminisce; hug; kiss; smile
For none of us is immortal
None of us truly knows
What; with tomorrow may come...

Duolingo

I downloaded "Duo lingo"
Thought it would be great 
For though I speak the language
I cannot write it mate
So each day I do my studies
Each day I test my strengths
Can I remember all the words?
Can I remember how they are spelt?
My Magyar writing is atrocious
Though I understand all that's said
Still I struggle with the spelling 
Trying desperately to get ahead
It's been a few weeks now
I think I've got it down pat
And yet there are still some words
That; escape from within my poor head...

Blessed are the little children

Blessed are the little children
Bringers of great love and joy
How could any not love them
As they go about in God's employ
Sunshine in their laughter
Bright pleasure in their eyes
As they enchant all around them
Ah the love that they employ
Twisting us around their little fingers
Their smiles bring sweetness true
Yes they are true joy bringers
Sharing their love of all things new

Enchantress Elfy

She's a little rascal

She's a little minx
Distracting all around her
As she plays her little tricks
She is my precious grand-daughter
She is the darling of us all
As she enchants all and sundry
As she goes about sharing her joy
At the hospital she had us all
Watching her sweet antics
Laughter in our eyes
Sweet little rascal
Playing with her great grandpa
My mum was watching her every move
Listening to all her laughter too
Ah the pleasure it gave her
As she watched her making her moves
I thank God for my little rascal
Thank you for sharing the joy
That comes with being only three
For everything is wonderful
Yes; everything is a treasure
For all those being enchanted
Being a part of all your glee...

River of life

Just visited mum in Berri hospital

She seems brighter today; lucid
The transfusion has lifted her up
Replaced hemoglobins
Necessary for brain function
For life itself; can't do without oxygen
She smelled the carnation flowers
Ever her favourite scent...
Her hair; still damp from the shower
Her one good eye not as clear
As it once was...
We exchanged a few words
Helped her have a drink
Got her a straw and a sippy cup
To choose from...
How things have changed...
Always the strong one
Now her strength is waning
She is the one who needs more care
Held her hand; warm and soft
Skin no longer smooth
It felt dry; parched; fragile
Like she is now...

Took a walk beside the river
Down around the bend
The mighty River Murray
Flowing quickly; seemingly without end
A metre long Murray Cod
Washed up; dead; upon the shore
Poisoned by lack of oxygen
A victim of this flood
Though she seems strong and vibrant
Life below her surface; ends
Dying fish come to the surface
Ejected from within...

Neither can live without oxygen
Neither can survive without lifeblood
We are all joined together
In this circle of fragile life
Ever flowing quickly by us
We are left floundering in its wake

Sho

Dead mouse

My mouse died
It was a horrid death
No longer does she move
This cursor; no not a hair's breadth
So poor little mouse
I guess you died too soon
Why did you have to leave me?
Maybe it was from overuse...

Lizards basking in the sun

I need the sunshine to make me happy
I need the fresh air each and every day
Without many of God's natural blessings 
I feel like I would simply fade away...
Like a lizard basking in warm sunlight
I need to feel those glorious sun's rays
My blood grows cold without your loving 
How could I ever cope if you went away?

Why can't I delete these emails?

Is there something wrong with my computer?
Is there something wrong with me?
Why won't these bloody emails simply go?
Oh dear Lord I wish you could let me know!
I'm sick of being inundated by this crap
I feel like I'm finally going to snap...
More rubbish keeps on coming
More unwanted emails by the score
Wish I could simply erase the whole damn horde
I delete a heap of these stupid emails
But each day there are more and more
Wish I could simply sweep them out the bloody door
Please emails; get out of my life
I'm sick of trying to delete you
I'm sick of nothing working; sick of it all
Just wish you'd blow away;
Like all these trees during the last storm!

Repair the breach

Found a few holes in my old cardigan
Mended them all; repaired the breach 
So many wonderful memories retained
I'd forgotten it; over all these years
Dear mum knitted it with great love
Way back in the early 1970's
I thank my dear Lord above
That I still have her and it too...
We are like this old woollen knit
We live with holes in our lives
I guess as things unravel along the way
This is how our souls must look
For God above sees into tired hearts
Sees the holes that we allow to grow
If a stitch in time saves nine
Why do we let things slide?
Why do we not fix it straight away?
We wander so far away
Feeling we are unworthy of His love
Then life gets in the way
We procrastinate; wander; delay
Thus we even forget to pray
The gaping holes grow larger
Day by day; hour by hour
Minute by minute; second by second
Until we remember God's plan
Jesus has already paid our price
The plan of redemption is already set
Only we who wander from our Lord
Can choose to return to Him
The wonderful repairer of the breach

I need you Lord

At church this Sabbath I felt sad
Needed a blessing from my Lord
Opened up my little Bible; a gift 
I'd found in the local Opshop

(I'd thought to myself as I drove along
I need to find a little KJV Bible
I'd left mine at home you know
Needed to have my Lord along)

(I knew I'd find one down the street
So I went straight there; felt sweet
There it was; waiting just for me
The best part; they said it was free)

Turned to Psalm number twenty three
Read those blessed words; it's true
The Lord is my Shepherd! I believe
It's like He already knew; I'm telling you

So many times I have found
Just exactly what I needed
Angels leads us; I'll be bound
They know it all; hope exceeded

Lately I have been divinely led
Beside still waters; there I'm fed
Peace returns as I quietly pray
Beside deep waters; the only way

There; God does restore my soul
As I walk through this shadowed valley
This trying time; I beg for control
For death shadows my family

I will fear no evil for He is with me
My head is anointed; blessed with oil
My cup does run over; yes indeed
I know; we must all leave this mortal coil

Surely goodness and mercy follows me
As I turn to my Lord; in deep need
It is to Him I pray; each and every day
Bless me Dear Father; come what may

God's love never diminishes

Man is born of woman
He grows in grace anon
Yet it is only our Lord God
Who knows our heart my son?
I know that i should tell you
All about our Lord above
For He it was who gave up
His only begotten son; for love
Though we may go afar; wander
His love for us never diminishes
The plan of redemption was given for all

Woman gives birth to her children
She loves and nurtures them all
Though they leave the nest and wander
She loves the lost lambs most of all
Black sheep are treated no differently
As they wander far from home
The shepherd seeks the lost ones
Leaving the 99 at home; never cold
Together they lean on each other
Together they make their way
Through darkness into light; as brothers

Apology

I apologise if I seem distant
I am sorry if I do not reply
Life can be ended in an instant
Here in a few words is "why"
I no longer have time to chat
I no longer wish to waste our time
Though life seems alright to you
For me things are no longer "fine"
I see the limit of life's endurance
As I watch my dear mum decline
No longer is she strong; vibrant
No; soon it will be her time...
I've been withdrawing from the pain
By escaping into God's nature
Finding comfort in fresh air; sunshine
Seemingly patient on the outside
But full of turmoil all the while
Worrying about how it will be
When my dearest mum leaves me
Returns to her Lord and keeper
He who made both you and me...

Back to 1975

Found a piece of paper 
From 1975
Loxton High school presents 
Music and drama...
Trial by jury
Blithe Spirit
3 knaves of Normandy
Ah those memories came
Flooding back to me
My dual part in Blithe Spirit
Noel Coward's play
Along with Karen Peterson...
Mrs Bradman and
Elvira the ghost...
We had so much fun

Confession from 1970's

I finally admitted to my dad 
Why his razor used to be so bad 
As a teenager it was the norm
To shave our legs; true to form
I wanted to be like everyone else
So I "borrowed" his razor; confessed
This very day; I came clean
It was me; I did the deed
I remember your cursing; anger too
When that razor didn't cut true
I was too embarrassed to admit it then
I was the one who caused your pain
You blamed the blunted razor blade
Saying the company should be ashamed...
I was so glad when my allowance came
I could buy my own razor blades
No more did you suffer; my poor dad
For I; finally; my own razor had...

Cleaning out the dust and cobwebs

It's time I tackled Goliath 
It's time I clean out the past 
Going through mum's cupboards
Dear Lord; what an enormous task
Many treasures I find amid the dust
Clearing out cobwebs from our past
Papers no longer valid...
Empty containers; so out of date
Mum's face is so pallid
Is this to be our fate?
Yes; ashes to ashes
Dust to dust...
Eventually; into this end
We are thrust...
Things are left to settle
Things we no longer need
I must be of stronger mettle
As I cull these weeds...
A thought comes to me
What of old photographs?
When my family is all gone?
Who will cherish our past?
Another thought passes through
In time: someone will have to
Go through all of my treasures
Maybe relive my pleasures
And all that will be left of me
Will be ashes, dust, cobwebs; see
This is all that there will be
When it is my turn to fly free...

Imprisoned

Imprisoned within our minds
Cannot hope to see outside
Searching; ever asking to find
Something that makes sense
It's not until we finally realise
All the peace we seek in life
Is right there; deep inside

Taking the long way home

Taking the long way home
This path is steep; winding 
I look at how gar I've come
Seeking God's light: blinding 
Some days my darkness rules
Some days glow in peace; love
I know this suffering is a test
But this lesson must be learnt
Truly; God does know what's best
To seek His glory; we'll be burnt
Through fiery trials; His mercy shines
Down upon us from Calvary's cross
His children we are through all times
His love would not suffer our loss

Afternoon delight

Christies Beach this afternoon

Glorious sunny weather; a boon

The car booked in for a service

I took myself for a leisurely stroll

They said it would take 4 long hours

So I had some fun; took control

Three op-shops caught my eye

As I wandered down Beach Road

Easily distracted as I walked on by

Carrying my backpack; a light load

The beach; as usual; drew me

Crashing waves ever my refrain

A pleasure to be out and about

Enjoying the beauty of God's domain

Too many things

We collect things to make us happy
We keep too many things "just in case"
But along the way we all lose sight 
Of how controlled is this human race
We are told we must have this
Subliminally suggested we need that 
But if we care to look really closely
We are all just conditioned lab rats
Got to have new clothes; a fast car
Got to have a brand new house
But take a look around; look afar
It all depends upon love; your spouse
What need of endless gadgets?
What use are so many things?
We become tied up and tangled
Yes; all tied up in endless strings
Instead of so much useless gift giving
Why not dedicate your precious time?
Give of yourself in these days of living 
Before you have no more time to give

Lunch with a view

We walked along the Heysen Trail
On such a glorious day; this I'll say
It was magnificent to say the least
Simple sandwiches for our feast
Peanut butter on whole grain bread
Such glorious views in my head
A crispy apple followed suit...
Hiking; what a marvellous pursuit!
Though it was cloudy, dull, overcast
Impressions n my mind will last
Stark cliffs the home to this setting 
Fresh air for our lungs; we're getting 
A park bench upon which to rest
As we ate our lunch; felt the best
We've been before; will return again
This coastline in our heart remains

Blessed quietude

Glorious breezes 
Blow through the trees
Birds serenading 
Bringing me peace
Quiet surrounds me 
No noises intrude 
Just me in nature 
Blessed quietude

Staring into space

Here I lie upon the grass
Wondering about life
How it must surely pass
No matter our strife
We must struggle on
One step in front of the other
Now; I think about my mother
Once strong and fierce
Now she diminishes...

As I look up into endless skies
Wipe these tears from my eyes
For her sake I must be strong
Though it's hard; don't get me wrong
I know how this life works
From the day we are born
We must slowly die; you know why
There is no other possibility
We humans; born of god's divinity
Only in Him can we be saved
Though not from our earthly graves
Until our dear Lord come again...