I was shopping for a birthday card during my lunch hour last week when I overheard an elderly woman in the card aisle talking to her niece, a woman about my age. Here is what she said: “ I threw out all my cards. They never meant those words anyway .” Lots of laughter followed. How sad I thought to be unable to receive the love sent to her in the sentiments of a card. This incident got me thinking about the love of God and resolving to embrace it when it is offered to me. It doesn’t matter if I think I’m worthy of such extravagant love; He thinks so! In contrast, just a day later I received one of those gorgeous hand-crafted cards in the mail from my friend, Kay, who loves paper crafting. It was so pretty and love and joy just oozed out of it when I opened it. This is a sample of her designs at Creativity is Good. Kay wrote a beautiful note to me in the card reminding me of God’s tender love for me. She ended her thoughts with “The God of the universe loves us more than we can ever f...


Oh my friend. That is so funny!!! And one I haven't actually seen yet! LOL!
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Kim
THAT'S hilarious! You DID make me laugh! Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from you sister Mary. But when you pop, we have a great laugh! That's a good one!!! Have a blessed week. Keeping you in prayers of course :) God bless and love to you.
ReplyDeleteThat is good!! Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteLove it!! Very cute and brought a smile to me day. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI will pray sis. You don't need to tell me. That's what I always ask the Lord: He knows His children's needs.
ReplyDelete"Through You we will push down our enemies; through Your name we will trample those who rise up against us. For I will not trust in my bow, nor shall my sword save me. But You have saved us from our enemies, and have put to shame those who hated us. In God we boast all day long, and praise Your name forever." (Psalm 44:5)
I am not surprised to see Rosel's comment. I awoke last night and could not sleep...thinking of you. I do not know what is going on in your life, but know GOD has put you on the heart and minds of many. We are storming the heavens on your behalf. May you feel HIS presence like never before.
ReplyDeleteMuch love, great big hugs, and prayers, andrea
That's cute! Thanks for making me smile today. :)
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MARY,
ReplyDeletetoo cute....lifting you and yours to the throne room knowing the Lord has you in the palm of HIS hands
Love you
I needed a good laugh Mary. Thanks for that.
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Debbie
Great now even snow people are concerned about their weight! I love this cartoon. It truly does show just where we are at in today's world. .
ReplyDeleteLove and Hugs ~ Kat
Cute! Someone should actually create that scene... :~D
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e-Mom @ Chrysalis
You, my darling have been on my mind for a long time...I have been storming the heavens. I love you. I feel a strong connection with you. Might have something to do with the unconditional love you have poured on me since we met here in blogland.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs, andrea
You, my darling have been on my mind for a long time...I have been storming the heavens. I love you. I feel a strong connection with you. Might have something to do with the unconditional love you have poured on me since we met here in blogland.
ReplyDeleteLove and hugs, andrea
Oh, That is so cute.
ReplyDeleteHi Dear Friend,
ReplyDeleteI have missed you! This is so funny. Thank you for making me laugh today.
You are precious to me and I have thought about you often. My prayers continue to be said for you and your family.
Love you so much,
Alleluiabelle
What a crack up! Who thinks these things up? Sometimes I stand in the greeting card aisle at Hallmark or the grocery store and just laugh my fanny off!
ReplyDeleteI pray there's an abundance of laughter in all your todays and tomorrows.
Blessings & hugs,
Kathleen
LOL!!! Loved it!!
ReplyDeleteThat is just the funniest cartoon. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThat is so funny!!! And one I haven't actually seen yet!
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