My father said there were two kinds of people in the world:
givers and takers.
The takers may eat better,
but the givers sleep better.
Marlo Thomas
“The greatest need of our age and of every age, the greatest need of every human heart, is to know the resources and sufficiency of God.”
― Albert Benjamin Simpson
(curious and opportunistic grackles check out the water tub / Julie Cook / 2015)
Having thrown out a bucket of corn for our resident deer, it didn’t take long for the invading passerby grackles to find the golden nuggets dispersed within the grass.
With life having been relatively dry up until the last few days, we’d put out a tub of water for our thirsty four legged friends.
As soon as the grackles approached, ready to descended onto the corn, they first hesitantly and cautiously headed toward the black tub.
A single grackle arrived in order to investigate.
Then a few more appeared hoping no doubt that the big black tub held a treasure trove of corn.
More and more grackles arrived with each new arrivee having to check out the tub for a possible plethora of food–
Obviously not satisfied by the existing kernels scattered throughout the grass.
(curious and opportunistic grackles check out the water tub / Julie Cook / 2015)
(curious and opportunistic grackles check out the water tub / Julie Cook / 2015)
(curious and opportunistic grackles check out the water tub / Julie Cook / 2015)
(curious and opportunistic grackles check out the water tub / Julie Cook / 2015)
I suppose we’re a lot like the never satisfied grackles, as we often seem to think there is going to be something bigger, better and more which must be lurking elsewhere other than that which has been graciously offered and set before us. It’s as if we are constantly hoping to find that which is easier for the taking and neatly given without our ever having to work for what we get. . .
So it is with this thought in mind that my prayer for today is that we may each stop long enough, taking time from our chaotic lives, to find the gratitude within our hearts for that which we already possess, as well as for that which has been graciously offered and lovingly placed before us. . .all without the expectation and desire of seeking anything else or anything more. . .
May we truly appreciate the effort we exert. . .which in turn,
makes each reward that more sweet. . .
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.
2 Corinthians 12:9
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Thank you Vincent for your kindness–blessings
You’re very welcome Julie and God bless you too!
I always admired Danny Thomas. I liked the show, “That Girl.” His daughter, Marlo, was someone I admired and her father’s words emphasized their family outlook. I used to donate to their foundation, too.
Your post about the grackles really explains the “givers” and “takers” from the quote, too. I learned to appreciate the gifts I received and try to remember to be like the “lilies of the field” not worrying about what I do or (most likely) don’t have at almost 60. My Mom, my kids and grandkids, along with my friends and brothers are my blessings.
I too use to love watching “That Girl” —Thank you for your kind words—
Oh how I hate grackles! I know, I know, I’m not supposed to hate any of God’s creatures, but hey that’s not the only area I fall short in. I love what your dad said about givers and takers, and I will definitely try to be more of a giver this week, missy. Love and hugs, N 🙂 ❤
Hey, I can’t let my Mr Mole take credit–that was Marlo’s dad, as in Danny Thomas—mine has never been one to be philosophical — 🙂