Credit Where It Is Due

Credit Where It is Due

I like to make photographs, and I enjoy being praised for what I have done. But God teaches a different attitude, one of thankfulness and humility. He pointed that out to me recently. I DO NOT MAKE THESE PHOTOGRAPHS ALONE. I didn't create the light, or the technology which makes photography possible. I didn't buy my camera, it was a gift from my husband. I didn't give myself the ability to see through the camera in order to make an image which others find pleasing. It is right to use what I have been given to the best of my ability, but it is wrong to take credit for what I have not done. God made the light, the elements which are used to manufacture the camera, and the world from which these images come. He has given me gifts: people to teach me, eyes to see with, and a brain to process information. I am thankful for these gifts. He deserves all the praise, not I.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Thanksgiving

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving.

I am thankful for my new friends in the blogosphere, who have affirmed and encouraged me. I hope you each have a blessed day, wherever you live, and that you are rich in thankfulness.

12 comments:

~Cheryl said...

What a great photo! It's so rich in texture and light-- perfect for meditation and "philosophizing." I am thankful to have met you through the blogging world, too! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours! ♥

PERBS said...

Lovely composition for your Thanksgiving photo! I wish you a wonderful Thanksgiving also -- with many blessings!

I was not blogging much because of a back strain but am trying to get in the bloggging mode again. Thank goodness I ahd already uploaded many posts of benches!

I have my Thanksgiving post scheduled for tomorrow on my main blog. . .

Rosaria Williams said...

My sentiments exactly. Happy Day with your loved ones.

DUTA said...

In this picture I find my favorite colours.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

rjerdee said...

Beautiful shot. Such wonderful textures. Have a lovely Thanksgiving Day.

Wendy said...

What a beautiful Autumn photo! Happy Thanksgiving!

Anonymous said...

A warm and blessed Thanksgiving to you and yours! I love your woodsy photo. Thank you for visiting my site to bring holiday wishes. You're kind.

kayerj said...

I like your picture--Happy Thanksgiving!

Maggie May said...

Happy Thanks Giving.
I am thankful for your friendship!

Nuts in May

Sandy aka Doris the Great said...

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Please go to my profile and email me your mailing address. Congratulations, and thank you for entering.

Terry said...

dearest dimple...your friendship has enriched my life and i am so thankful to god for you.
may the lord continue to bless you and your family[even that bad kitty that killed the pretty turkey!].ha...love terry

Crown of Beauty said...

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Blessings!

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