On this Thanksgiving Day, I pulled out a poem I've had for a long time and seems more fitting now than ever. Enjoy!
Drinking From My Saucer ~ by Jimmy Dean
I have never made a fortune
And it is probably too late now;
But I don’t worry about that much
I am happy anyhow!
And as I go along life’s way
Reaping better than I sowed.
I am drinking from my saucer
Because my cup has overflowed!
I haven’t got a lot of riches,
And sometimes the going’s tough;
But I have loving 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,
Because 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 light peeped through again.
So Lord, help me not to gripe
About tough rows I have hoed.
I’m drinking from my saucer,
Because 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!
May I never be too busy
To help others bear their loads.
I’ll keep drinking from my saucer,
Because my cup has overflowed!