Simple Graces for Every Meal

by Ingrid Goff-Maidoff

Ingrid Goff-Maidoff penned these graces
for the comfort of mixed company.
They are written with language that is
accessible to all, with an emphasis on
compassion and gratitude.

If we partake of the meal now before us
with reverent and grateful hearts,
not only will our bodies be sustained
but our souls also.

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Let the depth of our compassion
nourish all we meet
just as the bounty at this table
nourishes us.

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In our highest hopes
we see that the world is
one great family:
where it is possible that none go hungry,
where it is possible that justice, love, and health abound,
where it is possible that we may
never question our oneness.

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GRACE & GRATITUDE

Pausing to give eloquence to our grateful feelings before partaking of a meal produces a moment of grace. Similarly, pausing to express our gratitude at any time of day produces a window of grace, a grace note, and a new light...

Copyright 2008/2009 Ingrid Goff Maidoff, all rights reserved.

Ingrid Goff-Maidoff is a poet, nectar seeker, and book artist who lives on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Her work appears in numerous anthologies, including her gift book collections on Friendship, Happiness, and Love from Andrews McMeel Publishing. Her hand-made books and gifts for heart-centered living are lovely remembrances of the spiritual realm, and are available through: http://www.tendingjoy.com

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