God Loves a Cheerful Giver

Today I started my day as I normally do, preparing for work and for the frustrating commute. Seeing as how it was raining, I wasn't looking forward to all of the dripping umbrellas and soggy clothes that would meet me on the bus. But off to work I went, all the way hating this type of weather, and determining myself not to be annoyed by all of the pushy and impatient people joining me on the ride. Finally, I arrive to my destination, barely making it on time of course (time management is not one of my strengths, but I'm working on it), but so glad that I did because a blessing was awaiting me at the front desk. An Officer and Sister in Christ comes to me and says "I bought you a salad for lunch, and seeing as how I went apple picking the other day, I put three apples in your desk." Truly blessed by her efforts, I gave her a big hug and thanked her. I then went to the corner store to get a breakfast sandwich and a cup of tea. While preparing my morning drink at the coffee stand at the back of the store, one of the officers from my job was there and he paid for my food without my knowing it. When I went to pay for it, the store clerk said "He paid." When I looked around, the officer was standing there with a big grin on his face. Oh my God! How wonderful was that, that this someone would want to bless me as well. I must admit I was blown away a bit. I thanked him with a smile and a humble "thank you" and returned to the job. Finally my day at work was over, and I went home to a waiting husband and he says to me "Honey, what do you want for dinner? We can go out or we can stay home and order out, I just want to take care of you tonight." Wow God! You continue to show me how much you love me by surrounding me with people that take care of me and long to meet my needs. The Heart that gives is always inspired by God! "You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don't give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully" (2 Corinthians 9:7); and as they have given unto me, they too shall receive!!