If we would have a true home,
we must guard well our thoughts and actions.
A single bitter word
may disquiet the home for a whole day;
but, like unexpected flowers
which spring up along our path full of freshness, fragrance, and beauty,
so do kind words and gentle acts and sweet disposition
make glad the home
where peace and blessing dwell.
No matter how humble the abode,
if it be thus garnished with grace
and sweetened by kindness and smiles,
the heart will turn lovingly towards it
from all the tumults of the world,
and home,
"be it ever so humble,"
will be the dearest spot under the sun.
--The Golden Gems of Life
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That was a lovely poem. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWarm wishes and blessings,
Tonya
Be it ever so humble, it does not matter...it's home. Thanks for the wonderful words..come say hi, I don't bite! :D
ReplyDeletePerfect focus
ReplyDeletefor contemplative prayer
o'er the gentle weekend days ~
grace-filled application
for all the days to come.
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May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be pleasing to you, O Lord, my Rock and My Redeemer!
ReplyDeleteHow true! For Christ to rule our homes means we must watch our tongues! He has told us the tongue is not always used for good. We must strive to make it either be quiet or speak truth & encouragement! I choose truth! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and simple. I'm so happy for all the posts I've read today. Each one has helped me and reminded me that I am God's and He will always love me and take care of me...and all His children.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Elizabeth
I love that poem. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeleteBlessings from Ohio...Kim<><
Who is the author of this poem?
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful and peaceful, especially along with the music that I had on my wedding day as we began our lives together. Now 19 year later and 3 kids I love poems like this that give grace to our home. Blessings! Love, Rachael @ Inking the Heart
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