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\u201cLet no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers.\u201d <\/em>Ephesians 4:29<\/p>\n

Humbled by a Hare<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\u00a0<\/em>Our family rates a mall by whether or not they have a Disney store, and far be it from us to visit such a mall without dedicating time to exploring said Disney store! Naturally each of us (even Mom and Dad) scope out our wants and wishes leaving no corner of the store unexplored.<\/p>\n

During our vacation at one such Disney store, I found a cute Bambi mug that I thought would be a wonderful addition to my growing coffee cup collection. I placed it back on the shelf since I had already picked out a Moana notebook and given it to my husband to add to the other items he would be secretly purchasing after the rest of us exited the store. When he had an idea of which item(s) each of the kids were fond of, the kids and I left. He wanted them to be surprised with what goodies they would end up receiving.<\/p>\n

Later that night at our hotel room, we all gathered around awaiting what gifts Daddy would be bestowing upon us. Each of the kids was delighted to discover that the special \u201cone\u201d they set their sights on was received.<\/p>\n

Then came Mommy\u2019s turn. Knowing how fond I am of the Muppets, he picked out an animal puppet for me. Of course I would love anything he picked out for me, but hadn\u2019t he noticed me eyeing the Bambi mug? As if my mouth was a runaway train that was not to be stopped, these shocking words rushed from it: \u201cOh, cute, but I would have rather had the Bambi mug.\u201d If you only could see the look of embarrassment on my face as I write this confession.\u00a0 Even then I could not believe I said that! How could I\u2014especially in front of my children\u2014be so spoiled, rude and ungrateful towards my husband?<\/p>\n

Imagine my surprise and humility when immediately following he emerged from the room with the said Bambi mug. As if that were not enough to get my attention, I read the words engraved on the mug: \u201cIf you can\u2019t say something nice\u2026don\u2019t say nothin\u2019 at all.\u201d<\/p>\n

He (and the kids) graciously accepted my over-and-over apologies for my attitude, but not ever could I take those words back. The Word says, \u201cIn the multitude of words sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise\u201d <\/em>(Proverbs 10:19).<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>I do not wish to repeat such behavior, but I am grateful for these lessons. Now I have a daily reminder to guard my tongue each time I open my kitchen cupboard.<\/p>\n

\u201cFather, forgive me for my ungrateful and spoiled attitude in this situation! I pray that others who may have found themselves in similar circumstances can relate and receive Your forgiveness. Please help us to guard our minds, hearts, and tongues more carefully so that we can impart grace to those who hear us.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>

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