my glowing fire...

my loaf of bread...

my roof's safe shelter overhead...

It's been a cozy Sunday thus far...I love Sundays all bundled up together.  I'm feeling so thankful for my warm house, food on the table, my little family, my faith, loved ones...even the stinky, noisy chickens...

I'm popping in quickly to invite you all back tomorrow for the 12-Days of Christmas kick-off with my wonderfully talented friend MISH!  I love her and still remember stalking her blog faithfully....admiring her recipes, her sketches, the homespun, cozy feel I left with...then, lucky me...I was invited to join the team at Papertrey Ink and now have had the chance of working closely with Mish for a couple of years...she is a dear heart.  I can't wait to see what she has in store for us.  Meanwhile....I've been sneaking in minutes, late-night hours, and bits of spare time preparing something for you as well....hope to see you soon!

Melis

Because I Have Been Given Much

Because I have been given much, I too must give.

Because of thy great bounty, Lord each day I live.

I shall divide my gifts from thee with every brother that I see,

who has the need of help from me.

Because I have been sheltered, fed by thy good care…

I cannot see another’s lack and I not share-

my glowing fire, my loaf of bread-my roof’s safe shelter over head,

that he too may be comforted.

Because I have been blessed by thy great love dear Lord,

I’ll share thy love again according to thy word.

I shall give love to those in need. I’ll show that love by word and deed,

thus shall my thanks be thanks indeed.

~ Grace Noll Crowell~

 

Comments

[Cindy Andrews]

Oh, I can't hardly wait until tomorrow!

[sarita]

good evening from a windy rainy southern california! what wonderful things you and mish will have for us! i will be serving her cranberry fresca drink on thanksgiving - i call it my pink drink! yummy! lovely poem that you shared with us. take care

[Bev]

More excitement here! The timing of the poem is so appropriate. It's so true, we who have much need to count our blessings and share them.

[Miss Rhea]

What a beautiful Poem, and much needed for me to read right now :) Pretty little book !! :) :)

[Daniela]

I can't wait. I received your little goodie package the other day --- love it!!! I am using it as a part of my December Daily journal. I will post photos. Thank you so much.

[Carole]

Thanks for sharing the beautifully written poem. I can't wait to check out what you have in store for the 12 Days of Christmas!

[Joanna]

Thanks so much for the poem. A
beautiful way to start the day.
Bless you.

[Mindy Irwin]

what a beautiful poem! thanks!

[mish]

Beautiful poem Melis. Here we go friend!!

[Mary Anne]

Thank you for sharing not only your beautiful creations, but the beautiful prayer/poem, so very appropriate for this time of year..always good to start the day with a little reminder of how very lucky so many of us are...Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

[Julie Campbell]

Such a lovely card, Melissa...and one of my very favorite hymns...thanks for all the beauty you share.

Julie

[Elizabeth S.]

Beautiful poem and card! Oh, I can't wait to see what you and Michelle have planned!!

[Patty O'Malley]

Beautiful card and poem! Looking forward to the 12 Days of Christmas!

[Verona H]

Thank you for sharing the poem with us. I've heard of the author, but had forgotten the poem. It's especially good this week. Your card is so pretty. I'm looking forward to "12 Days" with you and Mishie.

[Alice W.]

can't wait to see our projects! beautiful card as always!

[Domenico]

The card got me in the mood for Christmas and the poem makes me want to be a whole lot better. Thank you.

[Stella]

The poem and your card; gorgeous as always.......

[links of london]

Wow, this set is wonderful and I LOVE those dies, have been searching for some great leaf dies for ages!!