Last month I sang at First United Methodist Church in Collierville, TN (Memphis area). Sandra, an associate pastor on staff did the children’s sermon that morning… it was on Thankfulness… she talked to the children about the little things… simple things in their lives to be thankful for. As I sat there, I was aware of the huge things in my life that in recent months seem even more cherished… my faith… my family … friends… my health… but it was a true reminder to think of the small things in our lives that we often don’t celebrate… Krispy Kreme donuts… (ok I’m 81/2 months pregnant… I go by there after I see my baby doc and weigh in …. )… pansies… Max’s blond curls…. how Ron’s eyes sparkle when he laughs…. a gorgeous sunset–it’s my favorite part of the day…. my mom’s Thanksgiving stuffing… (I have tried to reproduce it… but it’s never as good!)…. having lunch with my girlfriends…. watching Michael Jordan play basketball (that might be a biggie)…. my favorite flannel pjs…. holding a new born baby (it won’t be long)
…. I get so caught up in the big things in my life… I am praying that God will allow me to take joy in the little things… that are coming my way…
…maybe they are the big things anyway……… this is my prayer for you as well.
Celia
ps. Thanks for the quote George. Amen to the “wonderful message to be found at the local church of your choice this weekend!”
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