Robbed Of A Blessing
A short and simple Christmas message.51 total reviews
Comment from tteach
How do you read someone's heart? The pastor meant well, but he couldn't have known how important it was that the mother share her gifts with him. Maybe he thought it was an act of desperation? embarassment? impetuousity? Yet, we read how happy and blessed the mother felt at being able to share.
It's one of those paradoxes...both thought they were doing the right thing.
well written
thanks for sharing
terry
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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How do you read someone's heart? The pastor meant well, but he couldn't have known how important it was that the mother share her gifts with him. Maybe he thought it was an act of desperation? embarassment? impetuousity? Yet, we read how happy and blessed the mother felt at being able to share.
It's one of those paradoxes...both thought they were doing the right thing.
well written
thanks for sharing
terry
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Bless your heart, Terry! Thank you so much for your wonderful comments and the six stars. I am so thrilled to know you felt it worthy of this honor.
Hugs,
Jan
Comment from davidray
Hi Jani,
Yeah, it may not be perfect in the writer's sense of the word, but it sure is delivered with heart and lots of it.
Wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
Always,
David
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Hi Jani,
Yeah, it may not be perfect in the writer's sense of the word, but it sure is delivered with heart and lots of it.
Wonderful. Thanks for sharing.
Always,
David
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thanks, David. :-)
Jan
Comment from Gramma Kathy
You have made a good point, and you've done it beautifully. I appreciate what you said in your author notes, too.
I have been the recipient of gifts I could not reciprocate, and when I complained, I was gently told that sometime I would have the opportunity to bless someone else. That message has stayed with me, helping me to allow others the blessing of giving as well as receiving.
Thank you for sharing this and blessings to you.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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You have made a good point, and you've done it beautifully. I appreciate what you said in your author notes, too.
I have been the recipient of gifts I could not reciprocate, and when I complained, I was gently told that sometime I would have the opportunity to bless someone else. That message has stayed with me, helping me to allow others the blessing of giving as well as receiving.
Thank you for sharing this and blessings to you.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thank you so much. I was blessed to read your comments.
Jan
Comment from shelley kaye
hey, if someone wants to give me a xmas present, i will so take it and say thank you!
i ain't turning down a free gift! are you crazy?!?? LOL!!!!
great little story!
didn't notice any spaggies/typos either
thanx for sharing! :-)
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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hey, if someone wants to give me a xmas present, i will so take it and say thank you!
i ain't turning down a free gift! are you crazy?!?? LOL!!!!
great little story!
didn't notice any spaggies/typos either
thanx for sharing! :-)
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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:-) LOL Thanks, Shelley.
Jan
Comment from GerryMacNeil
What an excellent illustration of a golden truth, Jani. It's a bittersweet reminder of the pitfalls of trying to "play God" and of the genuine faith it takes to "let God BE God." Thanks for writing. Gerry
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What an excellent illustration of a golden truth, Jani. It's a bittersweet reminder of the pitfalls of trying to "play God" and of the genuine faith it takes to "let God BE God." Thanks for writing. Gerry
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
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Thanks, Gerry. I am glad you enjoyed reading it.
Hugs,
Jan
Comment from Showboat
How terribly sad, Jan, for all concerned. The Pastor lost the opportunity to be blessed by her generocity and she lost the blessing of having felt she did something nice. One might ask who lost most. I really don't know.
Excellent and if I had a six, so would you.
Hugs,
Gayle
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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How terribly sad, Jan, for all concerned. The Pastor lost the opportunity to be blessed by her generocity and she lost the blessing of having felt she did something nice. One might ask who lost most. I really don't know.
Excellent and if I had a six, so would you.
Hugs,
Gayle
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thanks, Gayle. Knowing you wanted to give it six stars is enough for me.
Hugs,
Jan
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
Such words of wisdom, Jani - you
are so right. I was in the same
position you speak of when my
3 boys were just little lads, and
something similar happened, altho
it was done in the most caring way.
I know exactly what you felt, but
the thought was there and I am sure
it was recognised by Him above.
I really enjoy your writing, and don't
intend to miss any.
Thank you for sharing - and God Bless.
Margaret.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Such words of wisdom, Jani - you
are so right. I was in the same
position you speak of when my
3 boys were just little lads, and
something similar happened, altho
it was done in the most caring way.
I know exactly what you felt, but
the thought was there and I am sure
it was recognised by Him above.
I really enjoy your writing, and don't
intend to miss any.
Thank you for sharing - and God Bless.
Margaret.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thank you so much, Margaret! Glad you enjoyed it.
Hugs,
Jan
Comment from EllenV
Jan, this is such a beautiful message and reminder to readers of receiving all gifts graciously, thankfully and without judgement. For many of us, it is so easy to give, but so difficult to receive. I think they are equally important. I'm sure most of us are guilty of your wonderful pastors error that night.
I appreciate your poignant thoughts.
blessings,
ellen
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Jan, this is such a beautiful message and reminder to readers of receiving all gifts graciously, thankfully and without judgement. For many of us, it is so easy to give, but so difficult to receive. I think they are equally important. I'm sure most of us are guilty of your wonderful pastors error that night.
I appreciate your poignant thoughts.
blessings,
ellen
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed this one.
Hugs,
Jan
Comment from drivenbackward
Perfect timing for this story, Jan. Despite extremely difficult economic times for my family (see Bernie Madoff), this inspired me to still be giving for Christmas this year. It certainly is much more rewarding. Thank you.
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Perfect timing for this story, Jan. Despite extremely difficult economic times for my family (see Bernie Madoff), this inspired me to still be giving for Christmas this year. It certainly is much more rewarding. Thank you.
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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I am sorry to hear that. We nearly went under financially this year also, due to the record high livestock feed and fuel prices, and I think we're still taking on water. :-)
So I can sympathise. Wonderful to hear this inspired you.
Jan
Comment from luna
I understand exactly the point you are trying to make, and I'm sorry that this happened to you, my dear friend. Of course I know, as you do, that men of the cloth are only human just as we are and make mistakes like we do. He surely made one that day. I like the message you give us with this write, Jan, it is one that we need to be reminded of sometimes. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Love,
Jenny *smile*
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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I understand exactly the point you are trying to make, and I'm sorry that this happened to you, my dear friend. Of course I know, as you do, that men of the cloth are only human just as we are and make mistakes like we do. He surely made one that day. I like the message you give us with this write, Jan, it is one that we need to be reminded of sometimes. Thanks for sharing this with us.
Love,
Jenny *smile*
Comment Written 16-Dec-2008
reply by the author on 16-Dec-2008
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Thank you so much. He really is a wonderful man. He didn't mean to hurt me.
Hugs,
Jan
