Drinking From My Saucer

Greetings to any who would take the time to read my blog post. And Happy New Year. I do not really promote it at all except to share with a few friends on occasion. And so if you are one of the few who came across this particular post, I do think the writer of this poem; that my wife shared with me; has much wisdom for life as it should be lived. I am giving all the credit to the author, and am including it here for your enjoyment, and my own point of reminder every time I will re read it. 

Drinking from My Saucer
by John Paul Moore

I’ve never made a fortune and it’s probably too late now.
But I don’t worry about that much, I’m happy anyhow.

And as I go along life’s way, I’m reaping better than I sowed.
I’m drinking from my saucer, ‘Cause my cup has overflowed.

I don’t have a lot of riches, and sometimes the going’s tough.
But I’ve got loved ones around me, and that makes me rich enough.

I thank God for his blessings, and the mercies He’s bestowed.
I’m drinking from my saucer, ’Cause my cup has overflowed.

I remember times when things went wrong, my faith wore somewhat thin.
But all at once the dark clouds broke, and the sun peeped through again.

So God, help me not to gripe about the tough rows that I’ve hoed.
I’m drinking from my saucer, ‘Cause my cup has overflowed.

If God gives me strength and courage, when the way grows steep and rough.
I’ll not ask for other blessings, I’m already blessed enough.

And may I never be too busy, to help others bear their loads.
Then I’ll keep drinking from my saucer, ‘Cause my cup has overflowed.

As of this posting, it is past midnight of New Years Day 2022,which makes it Jan.2nd. I do not need to remind anyone of the difficult times that has taken place over the past couple years. Last January the excitement for the new year of 2021 was that 2020 was finally in the rear view mirror, after a time of turmoil because of the Covid pandemic, as well as the presidential election results. The hope is always that a New Year provides a clean slate, with hope for the opportunity to make things better. For some this past year has not been much better, and now their hope is once again put into the possibilities for 2022

I would have to say however, for me, this past year has indeed been MUCH better. The previous few posts have been a good indication for the proof of that. And because of those changes I have made, it has put me on a path to being more in touch with a closer relationship with God, and ended a long time in the spiritual wilderness. 

I do hope to write down more insights into deeper spiritual truths and experiences as this next year continues, and again to be more self aware of the fact that I do have a cup of the blessings of God  overflowing with His Grace and Peace and Joy, and Goodness, and Mercy, and Kindness, and Faithfulness, which is allowing me to get more than my fill from the overflow, even just  Drinking From My Saucer.