This
story is one that has been told many times before though there seems to be no
direct author. It is featured in many
inspirational writings. I love the lesson of appreciation that this story
conveys. So here is the story of the
burnt biscuits...
"When
I was a kid, my mom liked to make breakfast food for dinner every now and then.
And I remember one night in particular when she had made breakfast after a
long, hard day at work.
On
that evening so long ago, my mom placed a plate of eggs, sausage and extremely
burned biscuits in front of my dad. I remember waiting to see if anyone
noticed! Yet all my dad did was reach for his biscuit, smile at my mom and ask
me how my day was at school. I don't remember what I told him that night, but I
do remember watching him smear butter and jelly on that biscuit and eat every
bite!
Later
that night, I went to kiss Daddy good night and I asked him if he really liked
his biscuits burned. He wrapped me in his arms and said, "Your Momma put
in a hard day at work today and she's real tired. And besides - a little burnt
biscuit never hurt anyone!"
Life
is full of imperfect things......and imperfect people. I'm not the best at
hardly anything, and I forget birthdays and anniversaries just like everyone
else. But what I've learned over the years is that learning to accept each
others faults - and choosing to celebrate each others differences - is one of
the most important keys to creating a healthy, growing, and lasting
relationship.
And
that's my prayer for you today. That you will learn to take the good, the bad,
and the ugly parts of your life and lay them at the feet of God. Because in the
end, He's the only One who will be able to give you a relationship where a
burnt biscuit isn't a deal-breaker!
We
could extend this to any relationship. In fact, understanding is the base of
any relationship, be it a husband-wife or parent-child or friendship!
"Don't
put the key to your happiness in someone else's pocket - keep it in your
own."
God
Bless You..... Now, and Always....
Many
of us are quick to argue, get angry, or even end relationships over petty small
things. It is more important to appreciate
people for who they are and not focus on their mistakes. You would not want someone to point out your
every mistake so why do it to others? In
fact when someone makes a mistake it is more important to show your love in
that moment then to criticize. Not only will that expression of love stick out
and always be remembered, it will help to further deepen the bond of your
relationship
So
let the burnt biscuits of life go and be grateful for what you do have.
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