 © LED LANTERN ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 It's common to expect an average of 200 Wedding Guests, but WHO wants to be responsible for collecting and watching over all those GIFT CARDS loaded with $ $ $ CASH $ $ $ Our Family recently had just such an occasion to prepare for. I was glad to discover this LARGE LANTERN, with 3 LED candles, and a latched door, at a HOME GOODS STORE ... AND... happily went to work redesigning it to suit the vision it invoked.  © Painting the Lantern ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 First, I spray painted the DULL ~ DULL ~ DULL charcoal grey metal top with GLOSS BLACK. Then I got some thin Foam Board, Magic Markers, Rulers, White Paint, Exacto Blades, Elmer's Glue, Black Contact Paper, Odds n Ends of Pre Cut Wood Ornaments... and had me some FUN transforming the lantern into an Edwardian House that accepted ANY size GIFT CARD in the slot and can be reverted to the lantern whenever so desired ! The LED's can be turned on from the original switch located on the underside to create a glow ! I LOVE TO READ YOUR COMMENTS !
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© Mother & Children @ Montauk Dusk ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014
The SEVENTH Spiritual Gift is called HOLY FEAR. It fills us with a sovereign respect for GOD and makes us dread nothing so much as to offend Him. It is a fear that arises NOT from the thought of hell, but from sentiments of reverence and filial submission to our Heavenly Father. It is this type of fear that is the beginning of WISDOM, detaching us from worldly pleasures that could in any way separate us from GOD. PRAYER: COME, O BLESSED SPIRIT OF HOLY FEAR; PENETRATE MY INMOST HEART THAT I MAY SET YOU, MY LORD AND GOD, BEFORE MY FACE FOREVER. HELP ME TO SHUN ALL THINGS THAT CAN OFFEND YOU AND MAKE ME WORTHY TO APPEAR BEFORE THE PURE EYES OF YOUR DIVINE MAJESTY IN HEAVEN, WHERE YOU LIVE AND REIGN IN THE UNITY OF THE EVER BLESSED TRINITY, GOD WORLD WITHOUT END. AMEN. 
© Catamaran @ Montauk Dusk ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014
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THE ARCHCONFRATERNITY of the HOLY GHOST 6230 BRUSH RUN ROAD BETHEL PARK, PA 15102-2214 FEEL FREE TO CONTACT THEM TO LEARN MORE ! The Spiritual Gift of PIETY creates in our hearts a filial affection for GOD as our most loving Father. It inspires us to love and respect, for His sake, persons and things consecrated to Him. Those who are filled with the Gift of PIETY find the practice of worshipping GOD a delightful service and NOT a burdensome duty. WHERE THERE IS LOVE, THERE IS NO LABOUR. 
© Mother n Daughter @ Montauk Beach ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014
PRAYER: COME OH SPIRIT OF PIETY AND POSSESS MY HEART. ENKINDLE THEREIN SUCH A LOVE FOR GOD THAT I MAY FIND SATISFACTION ONLY IN HIS SERVICE, AND, FOR HIS SAKE, LOVINGLY SUBMIT TO ALL LEGITIMATE AUTHORITY. AMEN. This information comes from the
ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * YOUR COMMENTS WELCOMED AND SECURE *  © Counsel Rock Overlook, Montauk, NY ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { Click on pic to enlarge } "THOU, IN TOIL, ART COMFORT SWEET; PLEASANT COOLNESS IN THE HEAT; SOLACE IN THE MIDST OF WOE."  © Sunset @ Counsel Rock Overlook, Montauk, NY ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { Click Pic to Enlarge } The FIFTH Gift of the Spirit, FORTITUDE, strengthens the soul against natural fear and supports, to the very end, the performance of duty. FORTITUDE imparts to the will an impulse and energy which move it to undertake, without hesitancy, the most arduous tasks, to face dangers, to trample under foot human respect, and to endure, without complaint, the slow martyrdom of even lifelong tribulation.  © Sunset Counsel Rock Overlook, Montauk, NY ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { Click on Pic to Enlarge } PRAYER: Come, O Blessed Spirit of FORTITUDE, uphold my soul in time of trouble and adversity, sustain my efforts after holiness, strengthen my weakness, give me courage against ALL the assaults of my enemies, that I may NEVER be overcome and separated from Thee, my GOD and greatest Good. AMEN. This information comes from the
ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * YOUR COMMENTS WELCOMED AND SECURE *  ©Twilight in Montauk ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { Click pic to enlarge ! } The Gift of KNOWLEDGE enables the soul to evaluate created things at their true worth ~ in their relation to GOD. KNOWLEDGE unmasks the pretense of creatures, reveals their emptiness, and points out their only true purpose as instruments in the service of GOD. It shows us the loving care of GOD even in adversity, and directs us to glorify Him in EVERY circumstance of life. Guided by its light, we put first things first, and prize the friendship of GOD beyond ALL else. Knowledge is a fountain of life to him that possesses it. PRAYER:
COME, OH BLESSED SPIRIT OF KNOWLEDGE, AND GRANT THAT I MAY PERCEIVE THE WILL OF THE FATHER; SHOW ME THE NOTHINGNESS OF EARTHLY THINGS, THAT I MAY REALIZE THEIR VANITY AND USE THEM ONLY FOR THY GLORY AND MY OWN SALVATION, LOOKING EVER BEYOND THEM TO THEE AND THY ETERNAL REWARDS. AMEN. This information comes from the ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * YOUR COMMENTS WELCOMED AND SECURE *  ©The RIANDA S Fishing Vessel of Montauk, NY ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { Click pic to enlarge ! } The Gift of UNDERSTANDING helps us to grasp the meaning of TRUTH. It enables us to penetrate the inner meaning of revealed truths and through those truths we are brought to a newness of life. Our faith stops being inactive and sterile, but inspires a new way of living that bears eloquent testimony to the faith that is in us; we begin to walk worthy of GOD in ALL things pleasing and we increase in the knowledge of GOD. PSALM 119:169 "LET MY CRY COME BEFORE YOU, OH LORD; GIVE ME UNDERSTANDING ACCORDING TO YOUR WORD." PRAYER: COME, OH SPIRIT OF UNDERSTANDING AND ENLIGHTEN OUR MINDS THAT WE MAY KNOW AND BELIEVE ALL THE MYSTERIES OF SALVATION; AND MAY MERIT AT LAST TO SEE THE ETERNAL LIGHT IN THY LIGHT; AND IN THE LIGHT OF GLORY TO HAVE A CLEAR VISION OF THEE AND THE FATHER AND SON. AMEN. This information comes from the
ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * YOUR COMMENTS WELCOMED AND SECURE *  ©The Council Rock of the Montauk Indian Nation, Montauk, NY ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 { CLICK to ENLARGE } On a highpoint of land overlooking the sea in Montauk, NY, sits a massive boulder of white granite known as THE COUNCIL ROCK. This exact spot is claimed to be a Spiritual Vortex. Montauk Indian Tribal Councils included twelve other local American Indian Tribes and were held at this location. As they gathered to discuss current events, the surrounding base of the rock would spontaneously erupt in flames which was seen as a beacon of light from vessels at sea. Many Supernatural events have been recorded at this place. The ghosts of Indians have been seen by many and the sounds of beating drums often reported. A band of Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders died of Tuberculosis here and have also been seen wandering the grounds in Spirit. CLICK ON THIS LINK TO READ MORE ABOUT THIS PHENOMENON !  The second of the SEVEN Spiritual Gifts, The GIFT of COUNSEL endows the soul with supernatural prudence, enabling it to judge promptly and rightly what MUST BE done, especially in difficult circumstances. COUNSEL IS SUPERNATURAL COMMON SENSE, a priceless treasure. PRAYER: COME, OH SPIRIT OF COUNSEL, HELP AND GUIDE ME IN ALL MY WAYS THAT I MAY ALWAYS DO YOUR HOLY WILL. INCLINE MY HEART TO THAT WHICH IS GOOD; TURN IT AWAY FROM ALL THAT IS EVIL, AND DIRECT ME BY THE STRAIGHT PATH OF THY COMMANDMENTS TO THAT GOAL OF ETERNAL LIFE FOR WHICH I LONG. AMEN. This information comes from the
ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * YOUR COMMENTS WELCOMED AND SECURE *  © Montauk Beach Fog~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 Sometimes life can seem like a foggy day alone at the beach, with wild overwhelming madness on one side and prison like restrictions of boredom on the other. The only smart choice is to plod forth into the foggy unknown, hoping to detect and navigate around surprise obstacles in our way. We require LIGHT and STRENGTH and LOVE to see our way through... and having access to the SEVEN GIFTS would make our lives even easier ! The Lord Jesus Christ instructed his Apostles to pray a particular prayer as they waited in Jerusalem,{ enmeshed in their own fear filled fog }, for the coming of The Holy Ghost, { which is known as "The First Pentecost }", who endows these SEVEN GIFTS.  ©Montauk Beach Fog n Foam~Undine DeFilippo 2014 1. THE GIFT OF WISDOM WISDOM embodies ALL the other gifts and is the most perfect of ALL gifts. There is a quote about WISDOM: "all good things come to me with her and innumerable riches through her hands." The gift of Wisdom strengthens our Faith, fortifies Hope, perfects Charity, and promotes the practice of virtue in the highest degree. Wisdom enlightens the mind to discern and relish things divine... in the appreciation of which, earthly joys lose their savor, while the Cross of Christ yields a divine sweetness; according to the words of the Saviour, "Take up your cross and follow me, for my yoke is sweet and my burden light." PRAYER: Come, Oh Spirit of Wisdom, and reveal to my soul the mysteries of heavenly things, their exceeding greatness, power and beauty. Teach me to love them above and beyond all the passing joys and satisfactions of earth. Help me to attain them and possess them forever. Amen. This information comes from the
ARCHCONFRATERNITY OF THE HOLY GHOST located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, whose objectives are to glorify GOD, the HOLY GHOST and to obtain an abundance of his gifts for all. * * * I LOOK FORWARD TO READING YOUR COMMENTS  © Perennial Tulip ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 Today is
HOLOCAUST REMEMBERANCE DAY It's fitting that the only blooming spring flower in my garden this year is this six petalled golden perennial tulip with bright red stripes. To me, this particular tulip represents the STAR of DAVID The red stripes represent the blood that was spilled and the bloodline that carries on, despite atrocities and hardships. It reminds me of my own heritage and THE LORD JESUS CHRIST; how He spilled out His very last drop on Good Friday. When He resurrected and showed Himself to the remaining frightened and hiding Disciples, He instructed them to pray for NINE DAYS with the promise to send THE HOLY GHOST who would enlighten them with SEVEN GIFTS. That prayer is a powerful plea for the LIGHT and STRENGTH and LOVE needed by every person. If you'd like to know what that prayer is and what the SEVEN GIFTS are please visit this website next week. Your comments are always welcome.  © Montauk Sunset ~ Undine DeFilippo 2014 ""
PEACE I LEAVE WITH YOU, MY PEACE I GIVE UNTO YOU: NOT AS THE WORLD GIVETH, GIVE I UNTO YOU. LET NOT YOUR HEART BE TROUBLED, NEITHER LET IT BE AFRAID. John 14:27 "Without a deep inner state of quietness, one becomes prey to tension, worry and ill health. A song... a sunset... moonlight... the sea washing on a sandy shore, these administer a healing balm. But they lack power to penetrate the inner recesses of the soul. A profound depth therapy is required to attain healing quietness. An habitual repetition of this one text will, in time, permeate your personality with a complete sense of PEACE. When tense or restless, sit quietly and allow these words to pass unhindered through your thoughts. Conceive of them as spreading a healing balm throughout your mind." Norman Vincent Peale HAPPY EASTER ! YOUR COMMENTS WELCOME and ALWAYS SECURE !!! |
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