EarthCam, The Live Webcam Network

       

Do you enjoy checking out other parts of the city, country, world --

while sitting at your computer?

If so, you are probably already aware of Webcams and the views they provide.

But whether you are a webcam fan or new to the idea,

Today's DIT is a real eye opener (pun intended).

Why?

Because today's click through is to a site that has hundreds of webcams with live streams from all around the world.

HERE'S THE LINK to EarthCam, the Live Webcam Network.


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Funny Sayings

              

We, like you, often get emails with funny sayings.

Usually we read them, chuckle, and then delete them.

But this time they were so funny (or maybe we were just in a 'silly humor me' mood) that we thought you might want to chuckle also.

Sooooooo

For some really funny one liners

HERE'S THE LINK to funny sayings


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Ancient Golden Treasure found at Temple Mount

            

A news report tells of the discovery of many artifacts found at the foot of the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.

This picture from demotix.com shows some of the treasure and one of the Archaeologists involved in the discovery.

Dating back to approximately 600 AD, they are what some Archaeologists call "the find of a lifetime".

So what are these artifacts and how do they relate to the temple?

This brief video will explain and will show the artifacts.

HERE'S THE LINK to Ancient Golden Treasure found at Temple Mount.


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What Happened in my Birth year

          

Today's DIT will take us to a fun and educational site.

When you get there, it will ask you to type in the year you were born.

Then click the question mark and wow

You will be amazed at what you learn.

HERE'S THE LINK to what happened in my birthyear


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35 Everyday Things under a Microscope

         

Wow.

This is amazing.

A friend of DIT sent an email with these pictures in it.

But, emails are almost impossible to transform into a DIT so we searched the web and found the source.

Soooooooo

Now you can also see these amazing everyday things as they appear under a microscope.

You are going to love this.

This will make you want to get out your microscope and see what else is around your house.

(Though some of these pictures were made with the electron microscope which is, of course, not your 'household' item)

What? No microscope?  And no electron microscope?

Oh, well, then these 35 things will have to do -- so

HERE'S THE LINK to 35 Everyday Things under a Microscope


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Today is Memorial day

           

Is your flay flying?

Why should it be flying? you ask.

“Old Folks” understand the meaning and the why of Memorial Day but, alas, I fear that most “young folks” today think it is just another 3 day holiday and a time for fun.

But is it? Should we look at it as just another occasion for cookouts, the opening of swimming pools, the beginning of summer vacations, and goofing off?

I remember my Parents and Grandparents putting flowers and flags on graves (of military and family) and referring to this special day as “Decoration Day”, its original name. The name was changed to Memorial Day after World War I, but they still referred to it as Decoration Day.

So, what exactly IS Decoration Day / Memorial day and why do we observe it?

The opening paragraph in Wikipedia says:

“Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in the military service. First enacted to honor Union soldiers of the American Civil War (it is celebrated near the day of reunification after the civil war), it was expanded after World War I to include American casualties of any war or military action.”

So, Memorial day is a special time to remember the cost of Freedom.

This video will further explain. Be sure your sound is on.

HERE"S THE LINK to Memorial Day "I fought for you"


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Hymn:When The Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound

       

Today's Sunday Hymn is "When The Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound" 

also known as "When the Roll is called up yonder" 
 

The version we will hear today, however, is not just that Hymn alone

but is a compilation / medley of several well known Hymns.

You will surely recognize them all.

So, with that by way of introduction,

HERE'S THE LINK to When The Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound 


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Uses for Coffee Filters

We have mentioned this before but this is too good to be forgotten.

Coffee filters -- Who knew there were so many uses instead of just filtering coffee?

Perhaps the best part is that coffee filters can be bought in bulk very inexpensively 

but can be used for projects that would require bigger expenditures.

Check out the interesting list.

HERE'S THE LINK to uses for coffee filters


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Glass Wing Butterfly

               

Yesterday we saw a picture and article about the Rosy Maple Moth.

So along that same thought of very interesting, beautiful, and unusual looking insects,

Today we want to introduce you to the Glass Wing Butterfly, also known scientifically as Greta oto.

The picture here of Greta oto, was on Wikipedia and taken by David Tiller.

Glass wing butterfly??? Never heard of such a thing, you say.

Well, join the club.  Neither had we.

But this is beautiful. !!

HERE'S THE LINK to a picture of the Glass Wing Butterfly

And if you would like to know more about it

HERE'S THE LINK to more about the Glass Wing Butterfly


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The Rosy Maple Moth

           

Wow, this is not only a colorful moth --

But its coloration  serves several purposes.

A friend of DIT found this and sent it to us.  It is such an interesting moth that we thought you would like to know about it also.

This picture of the Rosy Maple Moth was taken by Rhododentrites  and was on Wikipedia.

But, the picture in the article to which we will be linking is really better and more colorful.

The article summarizes some of the functions of the unusual color of this moth.

But the question for you to consider, which, of course, is not mentioned in the article, is --

How and why did the Rosy Maple moth get this coloration?  Did it happen by evolutionary chance?  Or was it designed that way by the Creator God?

And now, with that by way of introduction

HERE'S THE LINK to Rosy Maple Moth


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The Sandy Denton Story

       

This was sent to us by a friend.

It is a true story

and heart wrenching

but everyone needs to watch it.

HERE'S THE LINK to the Sandy Denton Story


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The Snow Diving fox hunt

               

While we are reminiscing about winter,

Here's a video that is really amazing.

A friend of DIT found it for us.

What is it?

Well, it shows a fox hunting for its meal.

Nothing too unusual about that -- except that the meal is under 3 feet of snow.

This is another one of those "How did this happen by chance and evolution" head scratchers.

More logical is that the fox is was designed to be able to do this when Created by the Creator / Designer God.

Check out this video and see what you think.

HERE'S THE LINK to the Snow Diving Fox hunt


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Ice Balls in Lake Michigan

        

Hopefully by now all of the US is thawed out

and you are able to enjoy the sunshine and warm weather.


But, do you remember how C O L D  it was this past winter?

Sure, how can anyone forget.

Anyway, it was soooooo cold that most of the Great Lakes froze over

and Ice Balls formed in Lake Michigan.

Ice Balls?

Yes, this short video will show them

HERE'S THE LINK to ice balls in Lake Michigan.


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Hymn: Have Thine own way Lord

           

Our Hymn this Sunday is another well known favorite.

What is it?

It is "Have Thine own Way, Lord"

You are surely familiar with this.

So sing along.

HERE'S THE LINK to Have Thine own way Lord

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Today is Armed Forces Day -- Is your flag flying?

What is Armed Forces day?

Well, according to Wikipedia:

"In the United States, Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May. It falls near the end of Armed Forces Week, which begins on the second Saturday of May and ends on the third Sunday of May.

"The day was created in 1949 to honor Americans serving in the five U.S. military branches – the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard – following the consolidation of the military services in the Department of Defense.

"It was intended to replace the separate Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard Days, but the separate days are still observed, especially within the respective services.

"The first Armed Forces Day was celebrated by parades, open houses, receptions and air shows.

"In 1962, President Kennedy established Armed Forces Day as an official holiday.

"The United States' longest running city-sponsored Armed Forces Day Parade is held in Bremerton, Washington. In 2009, Bremerton celebrated the 61st Armed Forces Day Parade.

"Because of their unique training schedules, National Guard and Reserve units may celebrate Armed Forces Day/Week over any period in May. "

And now you know the 'rest of the story'.

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Inside an Amazon Warehouse

        

You have probably ordered something from Amazon.

And it probably arrived reallllly fast.

But, have you ever wondered what an Amazon Warehouse looks like?

Well, apparently a reporter did --

So he flew out to one of the locations, of which there are many, but they all look basically the same.

He took pictures

and, Wow, amazing!

Sooooooo, without further ado, if you would like to see what an Amazon Warehouse looks like

HERE'S THE LINK to inside an Amazon Warehouse

And for even more amazing views of inside an Amazon warehouse HERE'S A LINK

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8 Home Security Tips

            

These are very wise and helpful suggestions regarding Home Security.

Since it is approaching vacation time, they should be noted and heeded.

But, even if you are not going anywhere, they are still very good ideas.

What are they? you ask

Well, check out this brief article and be better prepared.

HERE'S THE LINK to 8 home security tips


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Flowers --God's Handiwork

           

This is the appropriately named page on Pinterest where someone has posted a most amazing collection of flowers.

Whether you are a flower connoisseur or not,

you will be thrilled and amazed at the beauty of these flowers.

HERE'S THE LINK to Flowers God's handiwork


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What if Nothing is Impossible?

       

This is the title of a very interesting and true story.

A friend of DIT found this.

Seems that there is a small island in Thailand called "Koh Panyee".

Actually it is not an island as most folks think of such.

Rather it is a floating village in the sea with almost no space and no dirt / soil.

A group of kids on this island decided they wanted to play football (soccer to folks in the US) so they built a pitch (soccer field) and

Well….. rather than give too much away, you will want to watch the 5 minute video that tells their most amazing story.

HERE'S THE LINK to What if nothing is impossible.

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The Universe is Really Really Big

        

Well, yes,

that is the understatement of all time, no doubt.

But the Universe is really really big.

Beginning with microorganisms and extending to the far far reaches of space,

It is soooooo big that a website has tried to give us an idea of its size.

Titled "The Scale of the Universe", the website provides features to help you get a grasp of the immense size.

As you view the site and zoom in and out, keep asking yourself

"did this all reallllly happen by chance?  Or is there a Designer God Who created this?"

And now with that by way of introduction

HERE'S THE LINK to the universe is really really big


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Today is Mother's Day

Yes, today is Mother's Day

Mother's Day officially began in the USA about 100 years ago.

A friend of DIT found an interesting article that provides information of how and why it was started.

We thought you would want to know --

so 

HERE'S THE LINK to Today is Mother's Day


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Beach Art

        

Yesterday we viewed images of Mosiaculture.

Today let's look at some Beach Art.

HERE'S THE LINK to beach art


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Mosaiculture

        

Mosaiculture?

What is that?

Well, as explained in the email that accompanied today's Interesting thing:

"Once every three years, there is an international competition in
horticultural sculpture, called "mosaiculture," in a major city in the world. ...

This is not topiary but rather creating sculptures out of living plants.

The greatest horticulturalists in the world, from 20 different countries, submitted plans a year in advance.

Steel armatures were then created to support the works (some 40 feet high); they were then wrapped in steel mesh and filled with dirt and moss and watering hoses.

Then they ordered 3 million plants of different shades of green and brown and tan, and these were grown in greenhouses ….

In late May, these horticulturalists came to Montreal and planted all of their plants in the forms at the Montreal Botanic Gardens, …

There were 50 major sculptures along a path two miles long."

This is awesome.  Check it out.

HERE'S THE LINK to Mosaiculture


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Genius Beagle

         

Hmmmm.  I thought it was only cats that roamed around on tables and counter tops in the kitchen.

Not true.

Apparently dogs -- some dogs -- such as this Genius Beagle Dog -- also know the drill.

This video is a hoot.

You will be astounded at how this dog thinks, reasons, and gets his 'prize' -- a meal.

HERE'S THE LINK to genius beagle


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65 Genius DIY Gift Ideas

        

Wow.

Here are some really cool ideas of things to make.

These are 'homemade' gifts with creativity and pizzaz.

Folks would love to receive these gifts and the fact that you made them will add a factor that adds an extra dimension in your thoughtfulness.

Elizabeth, be sure to look at idea # 62.  You might want to make this for 'you know who'

And, with that said, surely all of you are eagerly wanting to know what you can make to bring joy and happiness to family and friends.

So, with that by way of introduction

HERE'S THE LINK to 65 Genius DIY Gift Ideas

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This is just cute -- Honda Hands

Yes, it is an advertisement          

But it really is cute and clever.

What is it? you ask.

Well, it is called Honda Hands

 and rather than explain and spoil the fun,
 
HERE'S THE LINK to Honda Hands


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16 Children's Bedrooms from across the world

      

This was sent to us by a friend.

And, wow,


this is definitely an example of

"a picture is worth a thousand words."

You will be astounded.

HERE'S THE LINK to children's bedrooms from across the world

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Hymn: My Hope is built on nothing less

             

It is Sunday and time for our Sunday Hymn.

This week it is "My Hope is built on nothing less"

You are probably familiar with this Hymn.

So sing along.

HERE'S THE LINK To My Hope is built on nothing less 


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An easy gardening idea

         

Well, it is that time of the year.

What time is that?

Why, it is time for gardens.

And the folks who 'do' gardens are likely in full swing by now with crops beginning to appear and some are being harvested.

What?  You haven't started yet?

But you would like to grow something?

Well, how about a little miniature garden.  It is not too late.

This very interesting way to have a small garden might be just the thing for you to try.

So, without further ado, check out this very unusual gardening idea.  I think you will like it.

HERE'S THE LINK to an easy gardening idea


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Another Great Wall of China

       

Now this is interesting?

What? you ask.

Well, it seems that centuries before the Great Wall of China that everyone knows about or has seen -- was built

there was another Great Wall of China.

Yes.

Interesting.

A friend of DIT found out about it and sent us the link that explains.

HERE'S THE LINK to another Great Wall of China

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This young kiddo is an embryonic Choir director

          

This is a total Hoot.

I don't know who this little girl is.

Perhaps she is the daughter of the Choir Director or of the Pastor.

But she is really 'into' the music.

Obviously this kiddo is an embryonic Choir Director.

Check out this amazing video.

HERE'S THE LINK to this young kiddo is an embryonic choir director

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Patrick Henry Hughes

         

Who Is Patrick Hughes? you ask.

Well, he is a college student at the University of Louisville.

He was born blind and with paralysis of lower extremities.

But, he is gifted in music -- especially the piano and trumpet.

This video will warm your heart as you see the special relationship he has with his dad.

HERE'S THE LINK to Patrick Henry Hughes


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Master Carpenter

       

It is late spring and surely most of the Northern Hemisphere is seeing the work of the Master Carpenters.

Master Carpenters?  What ?

Well, we are speaking of Birds who are building their nests.

The nest pictured here was taken by Robert Lawton and posted on Wikipedia.

Recently (April 10) we posted a link to the Eagles in Rome Georgia that had built their nest and were raising a young egret. 

And you may have seen birds nests in your back yard, on a porch, or some other location around your dwelling.

We recently discovered an intricate Bird's nest precariously placed on a porch outdoor light.

But the Nest to which we are linking today is most unusual.

HERE'S THE LINK to Master Carpenter


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Holocaust Remembrance Day

            

You may have heard of Joel Rosenberg.

He has written several non-fiction books books plus many exciting novels --

and is frequently interviewed on TV and Radio programs.

He also has a website and a blog -- to which we are linking today.

Why?

Well, he has produced a short video and written a short article about Holocaust Remembrance Day, both of which are very poignant.

HERE'S THE LINK to Holocaust Remembrance Day

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Sunday Hymn - Are you washed in the blood

        

 Today's hymn is a favorite of many.

It is often used as an "Invitation Hymn" --

And, as such, is especially appropriate for a Hymn which is sung during Passover and Easter (Resurrection Sunday).

Why?

Well, because The Lord God Jesus Christ shed His blood as He died in order to provide everyone an opportunity to accept His substitute sacrifice for their sins.

Why is this important?

Because, unless a person is "washed in the blood of Jesus" he / she can not spend eternity with Christ, God the Father, the Holy Spirit, and the believers in heaven.

Think about this as you sing along with this Hymn.

HERE'S THE LINK to Are you washed in the blood

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The Earth's Decaying Magnetic Field

        

The earth's magnetic field is decaying !

What?

How can that be? 

And what does it mean?

Are we going to fly off the earth? Or what?

This one minute audio clip is part of a series --

and it has some very interesting information.

HERE'S THE LINK to 'the earth's decaying magnetic field'

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21 Beautiful sunsets

            

The title says it all.

These are 21 photos of amazingly beautiful sunsets from all around the world.

Actually 22 photos since the sunset pictured here was taken by a friend of DIT.

Anyway, the good news is that you don't have to 'go' to all of these places to see the sunsets.

Besides, it might be raining when you get there.  : )

Instead, thanks to the internet, they are coming to you.

So, Sit back, relax, and enjoy.

HERE'S THE LINK to 21 beautiful sunsets.


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America the Beautiful

           

This is another video link that was sent to us by a friend of DIT.

What is it this time?

Wellllll,

It is a compilation of over 10,000 photos that were taken over a period of 2 months and put together into a 5 minute video.

You will love this vicarious trip across America.

HERE'S THE LINK to America the Beautiful


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Went Fishing - Caught 4 Deer

            

 This has been around the internet a few times

And though this seems really strange, it is a true story.

What is it?

Well, it seems that some folks went fishing in their boat --

but instead of catching fish

A most unexpected thing happened.

HERE'S THE LINK to Went fishing - caught 4 deer


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Kids under 12 admitted FREE to AIG Museum in 2014

             

Looking for Vacation plans for the summer?

Well, here is a suggestion.

At theAIG Museum, Kids under 12 are admitted for Free throughout all of 2014.

What a Bargain !  What a deal !

If you have been to this Museum, you already know how interesting, informative, educational, and fun it is.

If you have not yet been -- you need to put it on your 'bucket' list for 2014.

It is located in Petersburg, Ky (just slightly south of Cincinnati, Ohio.)

For more information and details,

HERE'S THE LINK to Kids under 12 admitted FREE to AIG Museum in 2014


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Beavers building their house

       

This is an amazing video of beavers building their house.

The location is Calgary Canada

and it looks reallllly brrrrr cold.

But, the beavers don't care.  They are happily working.

Check out this amazing video.

HERE'S THE LINK to Beavers building their house


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Today is Resurrection Sunday

              

Almost 2000 years ago, The Lord God Jesus Christ died on the cross to pay the required death penalty for my (and everyone’s) sins. 

Three days and nights passed while he was in the grave. 



But then, HE  AROSE  from the dead !!!

He was Resurrected to new life!!! 

And because He arose, we, too, can live with Him forever
        IF
we confess and turn from our sins
        and
accept the free gift of His substitute death as payment for our sins.


Jesus explained this amazing transaction to Nicodemus in these words:

                     John 3:14-18...
And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness,
even so must the Son of man be lifted up:
That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him should not perish,
but have everlasting life.
For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world;
but that the world through him might be saved.
He that believeth on him is not condemned:
but he that believeth not is condemned already,
because he hath not believed in the name of the only begotten Son of God. ...


What is my response to this? 

Well, Robert Shaw, the Chamber Singers, and the Atlanta Symphony orchestra express my response in this 3 minutes 28 seconds video.  

HERE'S THE LINK to Resurrection Sunday music


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'Hand of God' in Space

       

A friend of DIT found this amazing picture.

What is it?

Well, it seems that a photo made by NASA shows a cloud of material that looks like an X-ray of a hand

Hence it is called the 'Hand of God' photo.

Very interesting.

HERE'S THE LINK to the 'Hand of God' Photo.


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Today is Good Friday. Was Jesus Crucified on Friday?

           

Today is 'Good Friday'   But, was Jesus Crucified on Friday?

Doubtless you have been repeatedly told that Jesus was crucified on a Friday.

So, you are observing today as "Good Friday".

But, is that correct?

Was Jesus REALLY crucified on Friday?

Or was it on another day?

There are many thoughts on this topic.

Some say Christ was Crucified on Wed., others say Thursday, and most say Friday.

They have various reasons and explanations for the day they affirm.

So, what is the correct day and does it matter?

The article to which we are linking today has very interesting insights which will likely make you think again about this most important and life changing event.

HERE'S THE LINK to 'did Jesus Die on Friday'


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The Debate has Changed

         

Many of you probably watched the Bill Nye / Ken Ham debate.

It was held on Feb 4, 2014 and was viewed by millions through internet access.

If you didn't see the debate, it is still available at this link
                
But the point of today's DIT is not so much as to have you watch or rewatch the debate, though if you haven't seen it, it IS worth viewing. --

Rather, the point of today's DIT is to introduce you to a brief article that was in a recent issue of the AIG Magazine, Answers.

The article discusses how the approach to the creation - evolution debates have changed.

Previously it was focused on facts.

But, now, it seems that regardless of the facts presented, minds are not changed.

Why?

Well, this article explains.

It is definitely a must read.

HERE'S THE LINK to the debate has changed


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The Heartbleed website infections

        

Surely you have heard of this latest encryption bug.

TV, Radio, and Newspaper articles have talked about it and told everyone to watch out.

Some of these reports have been helpful re the problem and what to do.

Others have left us wondering.

Fortunately there is a great article that goes into great detail.

So, this is something you will want to read.

HERE'S THE LINK to the websites affected by the heartbleed bug

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Today is Passover (Pesach)

           

Well, technically, according to the way the Jewish calendar works, Passover 2014 is a 7 day holiday (feast) which in 2014 begins in the evening of Monday, April 14 and ends in the evening of Tuesday, April 22

This is because on the Jewish calendar a day begins at sunset of the previous day.

So, technically, Passover begins this year (2014) at Sunset on April 14th.

But on the Western calendar folks tend to think of Passover beginning a few hours later at Midnight when April 15 begins.

Yes, I know -- kinda confusing -- but that is how the Jewish Calendar works.

Now, with that aside.

What exactly IS Passover ?

Well, you are likely aware that Passover celebrates the departure (exodus) of the Jewish Nation from Egypt after about 400 years of living in Egypt, most of that time in slavery.

If you are rusty on those events, check out the Biblical account in Exodus 12.  HERE'S THE LINK

The Holiday / Feast activities and celebrations observed today are not only reminders of that past event but

they are also types / prophetic pictures pointing to future events.

For example -- The Jewish Seder Supper is observed at Passover. 

There are many things eaten during this Seder, each with significant symbolism.

Two of these 'special things' are the Afikomen and the Zeroa.

What are they? And why are these important to both Jews and Gentiles (everyone else) ?

HERE'S THE LINK that explains about the Afikomen and the Zeroa

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An eclipse of the Moon

         

 
This eclipse is the first of 4 very interesting eclipses occuring this year and next year.

The first of the 4 takes place on April 15.

 
So, why are we telling you about it now instead of tomorrow? you ask.

Well, mainly because it will occur during the predawn hours of April 15, so if you are going to go outside and view it, you need this heads up.

These 4 eclipses are called 'blood moon' eclipses because of the red color produced on the moon during the eclipse.

A brief video gives insight about these 4 eclipses, how and why eclipses occur, and why they are 'blood moon' red in color.

Unfortunately there is a short commercial before the video and there is no way to stop it… so grin and bear it.

An interesting omission in the video is that it does not tell you that these eclipses are on the Jewish holidays of Passover and Tabernacles (Succoth) in both 2014 and 2015.  Hmmm.  Interesting.

And now, with that by way of introduction, HERE'S THE LINK to April 15 Blood Moon Eclipse


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Today is Palm Sunday

         

 And one of the favored Hymns for this day is

All Glory, Laud, and Honor.

Here it is sung by King's College of Cambridge England.  

 Alas as is often the case, it is preceeded by a commercial but you can click it off,

so do so

and then

Join in worship as you sing or listen to this Hymn which is reported to date back to about 821 AD.

HERE'S THE LINK to All Glory, Laud and Honor


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How much is a Trillion Dollars

          

If you have been working on your taxes recently --

remember they are due Tues. April 15 --

you have probably been thinking about the National Debt and are wondering how it will ever be paid off.

Numbers like one hundred, one thousand, and one million are understandable.

And perhaps you can wrap your mind around one Billion.

But a Trillion !!!

How much is that? really!

This link will help you try to comprehend this  h u g e  number.

HERE'S THE LINK to How much is a Trillion Dollars.

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