Living in the Overflow

Is the cup half empty or half full?
For those who cultivate a heart of gratitude it is neither.

I found this little ditty; not sure of who the author is, but thought it was appropriate for the Thanksgiving season:

I’ve never made a fortune and it’s probably too late now,
But I don’t worry about that much, I’m happy anyhow.
And as I go along life’s way I’m reaping better than I sowed,
I’m drinking from my saucer, ‘cause my cup has overflowed.

Haven’t got a lot of riches and sometimes the going’s tough,
But I’ve got loving ones all 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 ‘cause 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 the sun peeped through again;
So Lord, helped me not to gripe about the tough rows I have hoed;
I’m drinking from my saucer ‘cause my cup has overflowed.

As 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.
And may I never be too busy to help others bear their loads,
Then I’ll keep drinking from my saucer, ‘cause my cup has overflowed!

3 things that keep me from enjoying the overflow:

• Complaining and having a critical attitude;
• Jealousy;
• Lack of prayer.