So many times we feel guilty
That we have shortchanged
Someone on the gifts we give
We should rethink this dilemma
Many gifts are opened, smiled at
And then set down and forgotten
We should strive to give someone
Something they need and will use
And cherish it for as long as they have it
It is not the number of gifts that matter
But rather the need and how they will
Be received and appreciated
This is difficult with young children, but
There is no better time to start
This also teaches value and sincerity
People like to give plants to their churches
The alters and sanctuaries are full of plants
at the important holiday seasons
They all must be cared for if they are to last
A whole lot of money is spent on these plants
And, in truth, as nice as the plants look, we
Do not need as many as are brought in
The money could be used to help those on
The fringes as Jesus taught us to do
A few seasonal plants would do and the
Knowing that we are helping others would
Be far more valuable to us than the glut of flowers
Some things to think about
Stanski
April 22, 2022, ^
Steve Haarman 