Homespun...... from the Miller Homestead

Housewifery

Housewifery

Make me, O Lord, Thy spinning-wheel complete.
Thy holy Word my distaff make for me;

Make mine affections Thy swift flyers neat;
And make my soul Thy holy spool to be;

My conversation make to by Thy reel,

And reel the yarn thereon spun of Thy wheel.
Make me Thy loom, then; knit therein this twine;
And make Thy Holy Spirit, Lord, wind quills.

Then weave the web Thyself. The yarn is fine.
Thine ordinances make my fulling mills.

Then dye the same in heavenly colors choice,

All pinked with varnished flowers of paradise.
Then clothe therewith mine understanding will,
Affections, judgement, conscience, memory,

My words and actions, that their shine may fill

My ways with glory and Thee glorify.
Then mine apparel shall display before Ye

That I am clothed in holy robes for glory.
~Edward Thomas~

(1642-1729)

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{ 05:12, Thursday, August 28, 2008 } { Posted by Fiona }

I loved that poem! It really resonates with me! Thanks again!

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{ 05:33, Thursday, August 28, 2008 } { Posted by Handmaiden }

This is my first time visiting your blog. The poem is beautiful. I am going to try a couple of your recipes. Thank you for sharing. Many blessings.

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{ 05:33, Thursday, August 28, 2008 } { Posted by Handmaiden }

This is my first time visiting your blog. The poem is beautiful. I am going to try a couple of your recipes. Thank you for sharing. Many blessings.

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{ 06:07, Thursday, August 28, 2008 } { Posted by haflinger }

The Poem is so cute.. I like the bread on the header. Haven't seen you post for awhile hope all is well..
Blessings
SIster Brenda

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{ 09:04, Thursday, August 28, 2008 } { Posted by stitchnchick }

The poem and picture were lovely. Thank you for sharing. :-)


Amy