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Dear Bloggers,

I am experiancing difficulty with this blog . In result , I now have a better, more detailed blog at www.therhythmofwords.wordpress.com.

Thanks,

JMB

The Words of Hope

For God so loved the world,

that He gave His only begotten son;

that whosoever believeth in Him,

shall not perish but have everlasting life...

Send a Letter to a Soldier for Valentine's Day

   Send someone that doesn't have anyone on Valentine's Day. Send a soldier a Valentine's Day Card at -

VAMC

Voluntary Service (135)

1670 Clairmont RD 

Decatur , GA 30033

USA

Autograph from Franklin Grahm

      Today I received a genuine autograph from Franklin Grahm . Last time I sent him a request , he sent my a small reprint. Billy Grahm is unable to sign autographs due to his Parkinsons . Anyways, I sent him a letter telling him how I was interested in his ministries and asking him why can't he sign an autograph. Then next thing I know I have a real autograph in my hands! I have the address to contact him below. It is a dream come true ! Franklin Grahm operates the Samaritan's Purse . I have listed that link below  . 

Samaritan's Purse- http://www.samaritanspurse.org/

Billy Grahm Association -http://www.billygraham.org/

Franklin & Billy Grahm's Address- P.O. BOX 3000

Boone , N.C. 28607

USA

One Great Video

When I watched this video I was inspired . When life knokes you down ,you just have to get right back up . That is the lesson in this video .

Click here to view the video . Then google the search engine and select the first result.

ST. SAVA DAY ACTIVITIES OF THE CROWN PRINCE

PRESS RELEASE

Belgrade, 27 January 2009 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Alexander II marked Saint Sava Day with by attending a number of events dedicated to the father of Serbian spirituality and the founder of the Serbian Orthodox Church, Prince Rastko Nemanjic - Saint Sava.
In the morning His Royal Highness attended a Holy Liturgy which was officiated by His Eminence Metropolitan Amfilohije of Montenegro and Littoral in St. Sava Church. Afterwards, the ceremony of cutting the Slava cake took place in the St. Sava Temple.
Since Saint Sava is the patron saint of all schools. Crown Prince visited the First Private School for Management and Tourism where he was welcomed by the founders and students of the school.
Then His Royal Highness was very honoured to attend the Slava (patron saint day) of the Primary School Dusko Dugalic, the first specialized school for mentally challenged children in our country. The Crown Prince delivered sweets to the children, a donation HRH Crown Princess Katherine Foundation. Crown Prince Alexander accompanied by Mr. Dragomir Acovic, member of the Privy Council attended a celebration organized at the Rowing Club Red Star, which is under his patronage. At the ceremony they were welcomed by Prof. Dragoljub Kavran, member of the Crown Council and President of the club and Mr. Dusan Kovacevic, General Manager of the club.
In the evening, His Royal Highness will attend, along with many other dignitaries, the traditional Saint Sava Function at the Sava Centre.
-END-

Did you help free THE DOG ?

A couple years ago Duane Chapman was placed in a Mexican prison for catching someone over the borders. Eventually , he was released. This shows the commercial of when he was in prison. 

Click here to view the video. 

My Wish

 Today while going to see my brother , I heard a song an the radio. My mother has a beautiful voice and sang along. I have the iPod touch and I love to download all kinds of songs on it. So I asked ," What is this song called ?" , she said ," It is My Wish by Rascle Flatts- my favorite song.". After that , I wrote a note of the song . When I got home, I bought the song on iTunes . For some reason , I was thinking , "What if I could tell the whole school something  , what would I say?"( I always think about my school). What would I say? Then it popped inside my head, I would tell them my wish . The same exact lyrics in the song. That sums it all up. 

Here are the Lyrics 

I hope the days come easy and the moments pass slow,
And each road leads you where you wanna go,
And if you're faced with a choice, and you have to choose,
I hope you choose the one that means the most to you.
And if one door opens to another door closed,
I hope you keep on walkin' till you find the window,
If it's cold outside, show the world the warmth of your smile.
But more than anything, more than anything...

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish.

I hope you never look back, but you never forget,
All the ones who love you, in the place you left,
I hope you always forgive, and you never regret,
And you help somebody every chance you get,
Oh, you find God's grace, in every mistake,
And always give more than you take.
But more than anything, yeah, more than anything...

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish. Yeah, yeah.

My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to,
Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small,
You never need to carry more than you can hold,
And while you're out there getting where you're getting to,
I hope you know somebody loves you, and wants the same things too,
Yeah, this, is my wish (my wish, for you).

This is my wish (my wish, for you)
I hope you know somebody loves you (my wish, for you).
May all your dreams stay big (my wish, for you).

To watch the music video click here .

PRINCESS KATHERINE PLEA TO THE WOMEN OF SERBIA REGARDING CANCER PREVENTION

The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRINCESS KATHERINE PLEA TO THE WOMEN OF SERBIA REGARDING CANCER PREVENTION Dear Women of Serbia, These two weeks are dedicated to the prevention of cervical cancer, but the women of Serbia should think of cancer prevention of everyday of the year. Women in our country are like ambassadors and heroes. They take care of their families and relationships and struggle to build a good future. Their continued fight for the place women deserve in society is an example of the independence that we women have been aspiring for centuries. During these endeavours, simultaneously holding the duty of being a spouse, mother and friend, women sadly stop thinking about themselves. I’m appealing to all the women of Serbia to take control of their personal well being. In taking care of your health you are also taking care of your loved ones, because your good health is a prerequisite for a healthier life and the well being of your families. This is the foundation on which every society should be built on. I would draw your attention to the vital importance of medical screenings, prevention and vaccination programmes that will help eliminate preventable disease. Please be assured of my genuine gratitude and admiration for your wonderful work. I hope that together we will work on bringing awareness for overall cancer prevention and screening that is vital for women’s health. I wish you all the very best for the future.

Crown Prince Congratulates President Obama

Courtesy The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRESS RELEASE CROWN PRINCE CONGRATULATES PRESIDENT OBAMA Belgrade 21 January 2009. HRH Crown Prince Alexander extended his warmest congratulations to President Barack Hussein Obama on becoming the 44th President of the United States of America. The Crown Prince watched the inauguration live from Washington DC. “I warmly congratulate you Mr. President and wish you great success with your endeavours in dealing with important common challenges such as the global financial crisis, efforts to bring about peace and security, poverty and climate change.  We in Serbia look forward to a lasting friendship and warm relations with the United States. Your swearing in as the first African American President has given hope to millions of people. I expect and anticipate that your administration will look favorably on Serbia and its people. I also appeal that you will increase your backing for our membership of the European Union and firmly impress on those who do not wish us to become a member of the European Union that one cannot deny the future and destiny for all the people of Serbia. Our government is fully committed to respect our international obligations, further democracy and human rights. The Membership of the European Union for all men, women and children of Serbia regardless of religion or ethnic origin cannot be overlooked and or deprived of by a European Union Member. Serbia deserves to become a member of the European Union and indeed a good friend of the United States, which I will always support. Mr. President I wish you good health, happiness and success always. The Crown Prince said in his communication. -END-

2009 Inauguration

   Today on January 20, 2009 , President Elect Obama became  President of the United States. This day has included  a speech given by the President Elect, an oath given by Obama with the same bible Abraham Lincoln used , a luncheon , a parade, and a ball . To visit the official web site of the white house, click here. 

Emma- The New Member of the Family

         Today, we adopted a dog at Petsmart.  She was laying right there not barking at all. She is house trained and good with every body. She is a mixed breed , but we decided to call her Emma . The Animal Rescue Center had her four along time . So, we adopted her.  She is 1 years old and weighs 23.9 pounds . I love my baby girl Emma. 

My Weekend Ice Sculpture

    The ice sculpture is the cross of Jesus. What better  thing to sculpt!!! Also my brother ,Jonah, was besides me in one picture. 

One Small Step for Man ,One Big Step for Mankind

Watch the first man on the moon video by clicking here. 

    

The Story Behind Valentines' Day

St. Valentine,was a Roman who was martyred for refusing to give up Christianity. He died on February 14, 269 A.D., the same day that had been devoted to love lotteries. The legend states that St. Valentine wrote a farewell to the jailer's daughter who had become his friend, and signed it "From Your Valentine".Saint Valentine served as a priest at the temple during the reign of Emperor Claudius. Claudius then had Valentine jailed. In 496 A.D. ,Pope Gelasius set aside February 14 to honour St. Valentine. Gradually, February 14 became the date for exchanging love messages .

Some Valentine Traditions

Hundreds of years ago in England, many children dressed up as adults on Valentine's Day. They went singing from home to home. One verse they sang was:

"Good morning to you, valentine;Curl your locks as I do mine ---Two before and three behind.Good morning to you, valentine. "

In Wales wooden love spoons were carved and given as gifts on February 14th. Hearts, keys and keyholes were favourite decorations on the spoons. The decoration meant, "You unlock my heart!"

In the Middle Ages, young men and women drew names from a bowl to see who their valentines would be. They would wear these names on their sleeves for one week. To wear your heart on your sleeve now means that it is easy for other people to know how you are feeling.

In some countries, a young woman may receive a gift of clothing from a young man. If she keeps the gift, it means she will marry him.

Some people used to believe that if a woman saw a robin flying overhead on Valentine's Day, it meant she would marry a sailor. If she saw a sparrow, she would marry a poor man and be very happy. If she saw a goldfinch, she would marry a millionaire.

Think of five or six names of boys or girls you might marry, As you twist the stem of an apple, recite the names until the stem comes off. You will marry the person whose name you were saying when the stem fell off.

Pick a dandelion that has gone to seed. Take a deep breath and blow the seeds into the wind. Count the seeds that remain on the stem. That is the number of children you will have.
If you cut an apple in half and count how many seeds are inside, you will also know how many children you will have.

CROWN PRINCE ALEXANDER CONGRATULATES GREEK AMBASSADOR IN SEBIA

Courtesy of The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRESS RELEASE

Belgrade, 15 January 2009

HRH Crown Prince Alexander II attended today an awarding ceremony in the Serbian Orthodox Patriarchy and extended his congratulations to HE Mr. Christos Panagopoulos, Ambassador of Greece to Serbia, for receiving the Serbian Orthodox Church Order of Saint Sava First Degree, the highest award of the Serbian Orthodox Church. The Serbian Orthodox Church Order of Saint Sava First Degree was bestowed to HE Mr. Christos Panagopoulos, Ambassador of Greece to Serbia by His Eminence Metropolitan Amfilohije of Montenegro and Littoral in the name of His Holiness Patriarch Pavle for his great work and contribution to Serbian Greek relations during his tenure for the last 4 years as the Ambassador of Greece to Serbia. The ceremony took place in presence of Their Graces Bishop of Hvosno Atanasije, Bishop Irinej of Backa, Vicar Bishop of Jegar, as well as representatives of diplomatic corps that included HE Mr. Homer A. Mavrommatis, Ambassador of Cyprus, H.E. Mr. Alexander V. Konuzin, Ambassador of Russia, H.E. Mr. Anatoliy Oliynyk, Ambassador of Ukraine and H.E. Mr. Georgi D. Dimitrov, Ambassador of Bulgaria.

PRINCE PHILIP AND PRINCE ALEXANDER

Courtesy of The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRESS RELEASE

Belgrade, 14 January 2009 Thursday, 15 January 2009.

The Princes will celebrate their 27th birthday in the company of their closes friends. Prince Philip completing a management and administration degree in Switzerland and Prince Alexander is working as International Correspondent Coordinator for a very famous magazine in the United States. Their Royal Highnesses warmly thank everyone for the nice birthday wishes.

-END-

Dog -The Bounty Hunter - A Changed Man

Have you ever heard of "Dog-the Bounty Hunter"? Dog is currently a bounty hunter. 

He works at a bail bond place in Hawaii. In the 1950s , Dog was part of a motorcycle gang and

believe me , he was messed up. He received the nickname "Dog" by his fellow gang members.

One day he was at a horrible party and this guy turned a cross up side down . See, he still kinda 

believed in God from his younger years (11,12,13). Anyways, he stood up to the guy and the guy walked

away. His nickname was "Dog " because that was God spelled backwards . Soon ,he quit the

gang. But way after that, he got truly saved and got married .Then he had children. Then some 

of his children grew up and became bounty hunters . I thought that that was a wonderful example 

of how people change. But, he still needs to change his hair ... :) Now he has his own show on A&E . 

Links

http://www.dogthebountyhunter.com/

http://www.aetv.com/dog_the_bounty_hunter/index.jsp

Dog's Address

Dog the Bounty Hunter
A&E Television Networks Inc.
235 East 45th St.
New York, NY
USA

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Free Rice

This website is awesome ! When you answer each question , the UN donates 20 grains of rice to starving children all around the world. At the same time , it helps you catch up on vocabulary ! Just go to http://www.freerice.com/index.php . You can even go to http://www.freerice.com/banners.html and place an advertisement on your blog! Or, if your a teacher , encourage your students to help too!

Press

“What if just knowing what a word meant could help feed hungry people around the world? Well, at FreeRice it does . . . the totals have grown exponentially.”
- Washington Post

“Web game provides rice for hungry . . . FreeRice went online in early October and has now raised 1 billion grains of rice [by November 9].”
- BBC News

“Addictive, yes. But . . . each correct answer results in the donation of rice to help feed the hungry around the globe. Perhaps that qualifies the game as a good addiction . . . one with redeeming qualities, something that’s, oh, didactic and edifying.”
- Kansas City Star

“People from all walks of life and from around the globe have written in to express their appreciation for the game . . . Secretaries admit to playing it during boring business meetings.”
- Christian Science Monitor

“FreeRice.com is one of the most ingenious websites of 2007. In the best spirit of the Internet, it offers education, entertainment and a way to change the world ― all for free.”
- Los Angeles Times

“Freerice.com is an international, viral sensation. Folks from Thailand to Germany and India are just as enthusiastic . . . improving thousands of lives, all with a simple, collective, click of a mouse.”
- CBS Evening News

“Every grain of rice is essential in the fight against hunger . . . FreeRice really hits home how the Web can be harnessed to raise awareness and funds for the world’s number one emergency.”
- UN World Food Program

“A teacher of fourth and fifth graders on the Yurok Indian reservation in Klamath, CA, . . . emailed the WFP. ‘My students absolutely LOVE the FreeRice site. Almost daily they earn several thousand grains of rice!’ she wrote. ‘You cannot imagine the joy in my heart when I look out and see 25 kids doing vocabulary work and enjoying it.’”
- School Library Journal

“Feeling guilty about wasting time on computer solitaire? Join the growing guilt-free multitude at FreeRice.com, an online game with redeeming social value.”
- USA Today

“The Web site offers a greater gift, the gift of awareness about world hunger.”
- NPR National Public Radio

“What type of computer game could get kids excited about learning vocabulary words? One that also helps feed hungry people around the world!”
- Scholastic News Magazine

“‘It’s fantastic,’ says the World Food Program’s Bangladesh director. Adds a 32-year-old widow living in a refugee camp with her 8-year-old daughter, ‘I depend on the rice.’”
- People Magazine

“FreeRice is a triumph of converting passivity into engagement.”
- New York Times Magazine

“A simple way to bring kids to the Internet for a good reason, a way to feed their minds and . . . to feed a whole lot of people . . . helping fight world hunger, one grain of rice at a time. ”
- NBC Evening News

Watch the video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2f0BKk242A

HRH CROWN PRINCESS KATHERINE VISIT ON CHRISTMAS DAY

Courtesy of The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRESS RELEASE

Belgrade, 7 January 2009

HRH Crown Princess Katherine spent Christmas Day traditionally visiting children hospitals and childcare institutions.

Before the traditional family Christmas lunch, Crown Princess Katherine together with Mrs. Jelena Moravcevic, member of the Board of Lifeline Humanitarian Organization in Chicago, visited University Children’s Hospitals in Tirsova Street and Mother and Child Institute in New Belgrade and Institute for Orthopaedic Diseases and the surgery in the Banjica Hospital where she delivered toys and sweets to more than 200 children, bringing them warmth and happiness for the holiday season, and showing them that they are not alone and that she and her Foundation have them always in mind.
As a part of Princess Katherine’s Christmas activities, she participated and supported the work of the Culinary Association of Serbia that prepared Christmas lunch for more than 120 children with special needs that was served in Sekspirova Street. Princess Katherine served the lunch for the children giving them opportunity to feel the joy of Christmas.
Inspired with the Christmas spirit and while they were in Greece last week, Their Royal Highnesses Crown Prince Alexander and Crown Princess Katherine visited little Theodora Maksimovic, a young girl that was sent to Agia Sophia Hospital in Athens for very serious surgery for a bone marrow transplant due to her very serious illness. The Royal Couple gave little Theodora presents for Christmas wishing her good health and a speedy recovery.
-END-

Chritmas at the Royal Palace

Courtesy of The Office of H.R.H. Crown Prince Alexander II

PRESS RELEASE

CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE ROYAL PALACE

Their Royal Highness Crown Prince Alexander II, Crown Princess Katherine celebrated Christmas Eve at The Royal Palace at Dedinje.
The traditional burning of the Yule log was performed in front of The Royal Palace, which was blessed by Father Panayotis the representative of the Greek Orthodox Church in Belgrade with the approval of His Holiness Serbian Patriarch Pavle.
Beside Their Royal Highnesses members of the Gendarmerie Brigade, employees of The Royal Palace, numerous representatives of the media were present during the burning of the Yule log which was followed by, in the spirit of tradition, a short reception for all present in The Royal Palace.Later on in the evening Their Royal Highnesses will attend Midnight Christmas liturgy at the St. Sava Temple in Belgrade that will be served by His Eminence Metropolitan Amfilohije.
-END-

Public Relations

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Belgrade 11040,Serbia

Tel: +381 11 306 4000

Fax:+381 11 306 4040
Please visit: www.royal.rs

BADNЈE VEČE U KRALЈEVSKOM DVORU


Beograd, 6. januar 2009. - Njihova Kraljevska Visočanstva Prestolonaslednik Aleksandar II i Princeza Katarina proslavili su Badnje Veče u Kraljevskom Dvoru na Dedinju.

Tradicionalno paljenje badnjaka obavljeno je ispred Kraljevskog Dvora koji je, uz saglasnost Njegove Svetosti Patrijarha srpskog Gospodina Pavla, osveštao otac Panajotis, predstavnik Grčke Pravoslavne Crkve.

Pored Njihovih Kraljevskih Visočanstava paljenju badnjaka prisustvovali su pripadnici Žandarmerije, zaposleni u Kraljevskom Dvoru i mnogobrojni novinari, nakon čega je u Kraljevskom Dvoru, u duhu tradicije, priređen je kraći prijem za sve prisutne.

U nastavku večeri Njihova Kraljevska Visočanstva će prisustvovati Božićnoj ponoćnoj liturgiji u Hramu Svetog Save u Beogradu koju će služiti Njegovo Visokopreosveštenstvo Mitropolit Amfilohije.
- KRAJ -

The Key to Midde School Worries and Hard Times

Today , I was worrying about the pains of middle school . It is not so much about the work, but the social part with the kids. Middle schoolers

have different personalities. Any trouble experienced can be summed up in on saying. It took me all year to generate this.

" No great sailor has gone without a tough storm . "

- John M. Bowling, Jan. 3 ,2009

God is preparing you for a tough task, but you still have the sensitivity inside to complete it.

Henry Allingham, Europe's oldest man, celebrates 112th birthday

Europe's oldest man says he is ready for his death. He is also the last surviving WWI veteran . I have his mailing address below.

Henry Allingham

St Dunstan's

Greenways

Ovingdean

Brighton, East Sussex

BN2 7BS

United Kingdom

My Genuine Signature from HRH The Duke of Kent!!!

Today I received a letter from His Royal Highness (HRH) The Duke of Kent . His private secretary actually wrote the letter ,but his secretary gave me an authentic signature from HRH ( photo #2)!!! I have listed the contact address for HRH below.
His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent

St. James's Palace

London SW1A 1BQ

The United Kingdom (Great Britain)

Photo #2

Also, check out the royal YouTube channel at http://uk.youtube.com/theroyalchannel .

You can also see HRH The Queen's Christmas speech by typing in "The Queen's Christmas Speech 2008 " .

Happy New Year 2009!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!