Drinking From My Saucer

The following was sent to me via email as a poem. I learned later that it is actually a song. This is on my Playlist on the left sidebar if you would like to listen as you read. You may note that the author singing the song changed some of the lyrics, but that's okay. He wrote it so I guess he can sing it the way he feels. Hope you enjoy this, I know I did.

I've never made a fortune,
and it's probably too late now.
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, help me not to gripe,
about the tough rows I have hoed.
I'm drinking from my saucer,
'Cause my cup has overflowed.

If 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.
Think I'll keep drinking from my saucer,
'Cause my cup has overflowed.
Author Michael Combs

When I think of how many people in this world have it worse than I do.
I realize just how Blessed We really are.