Last night as Day faded and my 24-hour period of peaceful Shabbat Rest ☝️✡️✝️🕯️🕊️ was ushered in … I remembered what I had heard on a FB Feed, earlier this week - and after serving my husband a Jewish-inspired meal, I tuned in to hear what was going to be said 🎧💻🎤
Paul Wilbur~Shabbat In Your Home @ https://shabbatinyourhome.com/
I have been listening to Paul Wilbur's music 💿🎵 for decades 📅, Bob loved his music, and denominations - even those arrogantly ignorant minions 🤡🤬 who preach that "Jews will go to Hell for killing Jesus!" … sing Paul's songs in their worship service lineups: even my current husband, who apparently was not listening when I was talking about my personal Messianic Walk … has sung some of Paul's songs, without realizing it - or the significance of the song's lyrics.
Paul Wilbur - 'Let the Weight of Your Glory Fall' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQ5J0zppfaI&list=RDhQ5J0zppfaI&start_radio=1
But, I am not longer putting my faith on the back burner in our Home; especially on Shabbat. From Friday to Sunday, the Messianic theme of my Life will be in full-on mode: meals 🍽️, meditative vibes throughout the Day 💥, peaceful atmosphere 💖, music 🎶🤲, ect. This is how I have lived since 1979 - this is how I will live until my body ceases, and my spirit it called Home beyond the clouds. I have no intention of giving any of it up.
Bob was saved in 1981 & walked this walk with me until December 14th, 2018. He now resides in Heaven 😇, talking, walking with/dancing with Yeshua.
My children have abandoned me ✂️ & I have very limited contact with 2 of my adult granddaughters; I have not seen, or heard from my only grandson since his 6th BD 💔😭 His mother, my daughter, will not allow it 🤬 - her muslim friends would "be offended" by my presence - those were her angry words to me, 6 years ago.
Holland - originally very verbally upset with my desire to observe my 24-hour Messianic Shabbat practices … is slowly allowing some of it. He did take me 👩❤️💋👨🕊️ to a Messianic fellowship meet 🙏 in Yuma-AZ, last year; but as soon as the candles were lit & the challah set on the table … he quickly ducked out & spent the next hour sitting in Betsy's cab in the driveway, stating he didn't want to be "Judaized" - totally disregarding the reality that Messianic Christianity is what Yeshua established, practiced, and taught while He walked Earth as a Man. Elohim is going to have to enlighten him, in His way, at the appropriate time. For now, I am thankfully grateful that he is no longer fighting me on the issue. He's not yet comfortably accepting, but he's tying to meet me on steady ground. It is enough for now.
It is spectacularly refreshing to have a man in the White House who recognizes the importance of honoring Elohim by maintaining a secure relationship with Israel.
It is a good thing for the importance of Shabbat to be recognized in America - only good can come of this: Elohei blesses those who bless Israel - Yeshua, Himself, stressed this importance. Anyone who thinks, says, or preaches different - is not recognized by Elohim, and is preaching a false doctrine, from a hellish transcript. ALL of the canonized Gospels & Epistles (which strongly support the Torah script & prophetic writings) teach that; they teach that because Yeshua taught that.
So, it does not bother me in the least that President Trump has proclaimed a National Observance 📌📅🗽🦅 of Shabbat ☝️✡️✝️🕯️, starting Sundown Friday, May 15, through nightfall Saturday, May 16, 2026 - to honor America's Jewish-American Heritage, and the our Nation’s 250th anniversary.
It sure beats the hell out of being forced to "accept or else!" the racist bent 🤬 & violent 🥊 obamanite observances 😵💫 of muslim murdering of Americans they disagree with, drug felon george floyd, & the communist 👊 terrorist blm, antifa, & hamas propaganda gangs.
To my way of thinking, American could stand to engage in peaceful activities for a short 24-hour period ⏰ of hope & restoration.
President Trump's Obvious support of Israel & the Jewish People.
{{Trump calls on Americans to observe Shabbat during US 250th anniversary events
~Story by Jackie Hajdenberg/JTA
President Donald Trump prays at the first cabinet meeting of his second term at the White House in February, 2025
As part of celebrations marking the United States’ 250th anniversary, US President Donald Trump is encouraging Americans to observe Shabbat ahead of a national prayer rally planned for Sunday.
In a Jewish American Heritage Month proclamation issued on May 4, Trump called on Jewish Americans to observe a “national Sabbath” from sundown Friday to nightfall Saturday and encouraged Americans of all backgrounds to take part.
“In special honor of 250 glorious years of American independence and on the weekend of Rededicate 250, a national jubilee of prayer, praise, and thanksgiving, Jewish Americans are encouraged to observe a national Sabbath,” Trump said in the proclamation.
“From sundown on May 15 to nightfall on May 16, friends, families, and communities of all backgrounds may come together in gratitude for our great Nation,” he continued. “This day will recognize the sacred Jewish tradition of setting aside time for rest, reflection, and gratitude to the Almighty.”
Jewish groups divided over ‘Shabbat 250’
The call marked the first time an American president had formally urged the observance of Shabbat. Trump’s daughter Ivanka, who converted to Judaism before marrying Jared Kushner, reportedly observes Shabbat according to traditional interpretations of Jewish law.
Trump’s call echoes the legacy of conservative Christian activist Charlie Kirk, who was fatally shot in September. Kirk’s book detailing his own observance of a “Jewish Sabbath” every week was published posthumously.
The exhortation has received mixed reviews from the American Jewish community. Some Jews have said they appreciate the gesture and recognition of a central tradition in Judaism, and are promoting their own Shabbat services as part of “Shabbat 250.”
Others say Trump is appropriating Judaism to promote conservative political goals and Christian nationalism, a movement backed by a portion of Trump’s base that scholars say could push the country in a direction less hospitable to Jews.
Support for the initiative has been strongest among Orthodox Jews, who tend to be more politically conservative. Rabbi Josh Joseph, executive vice president of the Orthodox Union, endorsed Trump’s call soon after it was made.
“This weekend, following President Trump’s encouragement, we will mark Shabbat 250,” he said in a statement earlier this week. “We will pause to acknowledge all the blessings that the Almighty has provided American Jews through the unique devotion to liberty embedded in this nation.”
Critics warn of Christian nationalism
Some Orthodox synagogues, including many affiliated with the Chabad Hasidic movement, have announced “Shabbat 250” programming, such as dinners and special speakers. The group Young Jewish Conservatives, meanwhile, distributed $180 grants to conservative Jews under 35 who committed to hosting at least five people for Shabbat dinner at home.
More than 7,500 people have declared their intention to observe Shabbat on a new website, Shabbat250.org.
On the other side, Rabbi Jonah Pesner of the Religious Action Center of Reform Judaism is among the faith leaders scheduled to participate in a virtual event Friday morning opposing the Sunday prayer rally.
Organizers of the event said they would “explain why so many religious Americans of diverse faiths are alarmed and alienated by attempts to use America’s 250th birthday as an opportunity to frame the US as a ‘Christian nation.’”
Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie of the progressive Lab/Shul also criticized Trump’s involvement in Shabbat observance.
“When the state meddles in our sacred affairs, blurring the already fuzzy lines between church and state, it doesn’t elevate the Sabbath; it diminishes the democracy that 250 years of history were supposed to protect,” Lau-Lavie wrote in a blog post on Wednesday.
Prayer rally to feature Trump allies
The debate comes ahead of Sunday’s prayer rally on the National Mall, called Rededicate 250, organized by the nonprofit Freedom 250.
Organizers are promoting appearances by Trump administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Trump is expected to appear by video, while House Speaker Mike Johnson is also scheduled to speak.
Of the 33 prayer leaders set to appear, about half are evangelical or non-denominational evangelical Christians.
The only non-Christian speaker on the lineup is Rabbi Meir Soloveichik, an Orthodox rabbi and senior scholar at the Tikvah Fund who also sits on the Religious Liberty Commission created by Trump last year.
Rachel Laser, CEO of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, criticized the rally as part of what she called a growing movement of Christian nationalism.
“If President Trump and his allies truly cared about America’s legacy of religious freedom, they would be celebrating church-state separation as the unique American invention that has allowed religious diversity to flourish in our country,” she said in a statement.
The White House is expected to host a reception marking the start of Shabbat 250 on Friday afternoon.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/trump-calls-on-americans-to-observe-shabbat-during-us-250th-anniversary-events/ar-AA23iPJ1?ocid=BingNewsSerp }}
After we finished our morning coffees☕️ & the windy rain ☔️💨 let up, Holland went out to the pickup and brought the packages in that he had collected from the P.O. yesterday:
Windy rain today; Castle Rock-WA
A door latch, Stabilizer Jack, & 2 Slide Jacks = Holland putting the stabilizer Jack together.
Stabilizer Jack - now in place & holding Independence's nose steady. We like.
The same little birdie from yesterday, was back & Holland saw it do the window smack, this afternoon. Poor thing.
For the rest of the Day, I'm going easy on my body today & pretty much vegging out by relaxing - working a few rounds into my current WIP ✂️🧶, while yo-yoing between listening to soothing tunes 🎧🎶, watching some spectacularly entertaining YouTube movies & podcasts 🎧💻🎙️🎬, & glancing now and then at screen feeds: all of this bending forward, can bring a bit of tension to my shoulder area. So, between everything going on while I am "relaxing" 😂🤣 I'm also going to be practicing a couple shoulder & feet muscle stretching exercises 🧘, into the mix:
Muscles Worked
Darebee’s Neck and Shoulder stretches are generally safe for most older adults when performed gently and within comfortable limits, but they are not risk‑free and should be approached with caution if you have certain health conditions. These routines are designed to relieve stiffness from forward‑leaning postures, improve range of motion, and reduce tension in the neck and upper back. For seniors, gentle, seated or supported stretches can help maintain mobility, ease headaches, and improve posture. Research shows that regular, low‑intensity stretching can improve flexibility and quality of life in older adults. Use a chair for support if needed, and keep your spine aligned. Keep movements slow and within a comfortable range; avoid pushing into pain. Perform stretches in short sessions (2-5 minutes). Listen to your body: Avoid if you have neck pain, arthritis, osteoporosis, a history of neck injury, or nerve compression. Stop immediately if you experience numbness, tingling, weakness in hands/arms, or dizziness during a stretch.
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Aim for a 1 minute stretch (a ct. of 60) for EA set.
I basically chose this foot exercising 🦶 routine because feet muscles need to be worked just as much as the rest of your body's muscles - maybe more so, because they literally care the bulk of your weight, all day long; all year long. The muscles need to stay strengthened.
Muscles Worked
Darebee Achilles Tendon Recovery Workout can be safe for a 69-year-old woman only if she starts slowly, and follows the “stop if pain” rule. This set of stretches is a gentle, low-impact routine to restore strength and mobility after Achilles tendon injury or overuse. It includes exercises like isometric calf presses, towel scrunches, and foot rotations, all meant to be controlled and pain-free. Fitness level matters: if you are fit and strong, you may tolerate the routine well; if you are less active or have other health issues (cardiovascular disfunction, balance issues, or joint problems), seek medical advice before engaging. Listen to your body: Stop if sharp pain occurs.
Aim for 10 reps. EA stretch.
Holland is relaxing too, in his own way …
And I'm not going to bother him because I know when he hauls the road atlas out, it means spectacular good for both of us 👩❤️💋👨😁
He's scheming something; the constant chilling rain, is getting on both our nerves, and bedeviling our aging joints.
"Shavua Tov" (שָׁבוּעַ טוֹב) is both a literal wish for a good week - and a cultural expression of continuity from the spiritual rest of Shabbat into the workweek; reflecting the Jewish tradition of carrying the peace and joy of Shabbat into everyday life. I wish this for you 😘
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