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Do you enjoy writing or reading poetry?  Most of the posts on Big Sky Buckeye are filled with poetry, but I also share short stories, photography, and a few surprises along the way.  You are invited to sit a spell and find something you like.  I enjoy sharing my curiosity through my writing.  You are welcome to like, comment, follow, share, or reblog a post.

The tabs at the top of this page offer quick access to my most recent posts and quotes. Additional tabs allow you to check out older posts dealing with the themes of Christian and general poetry, short stories, and other posts.

Big Sky Buckeye has been in motion since October, 2018. After retiring from teaching after 40 years, I was looking for a place to land. It has been a welcome blessing to meet other writers and readers.

My wife is also a gifted writer in her own right. She published her first book in July, 2025. With a theme of Christian family, BITS ‘N’ PIECES OF MY HEART, offers an outlet for her love of Jesus. The book is filled with short stories, poetry, and devotions for more mature readers. For younger children she shares energizing activities and fun songs. Her book is available on most online bookstore sites.

Tomorrow Cares

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Forsaking stillness
Breathing in comfort’s air
Treasuring sunset
Searching for something rare

Encroaching darkness
Rising tides of despair
Swimming ocean’s depths
Solving puzzle’s first square

Transcending stalemate
Ignoring mountain’s glare
Hearing hope’s message
Answering one more dare

Clearing conscience bright
Loosening every snare
Joining up with peace
Overcoming to bear

Calling out with joy
Filling each empty chair
Witnessing one choice
Knowing tomorrow cares

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From My Journal (10/22)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

We are encouraged to turn some of life’s dreams into action steps toward a better tomorrow.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated October 22)

Charles Bukowski Quotes

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Beware of those who seek constant crowds; they are nothing alone.

You begin saving the world by saving one man at a time; all else is grandiose romanticism or politics.

Charles Bukowski (1920-1994) is a German-American poet, novelist, and short story writer.  His prolific writing produced over 45 books of poetry and prose, and much of his writing spoke to the despairing urban conditions of the downtrodden.

Destiny Stirs

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From Romans 12:2: “Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of the mind, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

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Tuning in
Father’s nearness
Faith’s timely linchpin
His Word’s trusted clearness

Closing in
Mercy transforms
Truth shall always win
Father’s grace takes life form

Moving in
Destiny stirs
Father’s light knows when
Salvation’s peace concurs

Taking in
Hope marks return
Savior now within
Enemy’s darkness turns

Giving in
Calvary beams
Love overcomes sin
Redemption reigns supreme

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From Psalm 119:105: “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

From My Journal (10/21)

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Within the witness of one stone rolling, the world embraces a more balanced journey because of it.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated October 21)

Samuel Chadwick Quote

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Spirit filled souls are ablaze for God. They love with a love that glows. They serve with a faith that kindles. They serve with a devotion that consumes.

From Psalm 34:4-5: “I sought the Lord, and He answered me and delivered me from all my fears. Look to Him, and be radiant, so your faces shall never be ashamed.”

Samuel Chadwick (1860-1932) was an English Methodist pastor.

Nighttime’s Adventures (Haiku Series #388)

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Surprise!

Toys’ waiting ambush

Dad traverses room at night—

Walking on “hot coals”

Relief!

Family road trip

Children filled with crankiness—

Ah . . . hotel’s night stop

Rewarded!

Night’s delivery

Light shared from open fridge door—

Feast on leftovers

From My Journal (10/20)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Life travels much better when we can share its adventures with others.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated October 20)

Willa Cather Quotes

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Success is never so interesting as struggle.

Where there is great love, there are always miracles.

Willa Cather (1873-1947) was an American writer known for her stories of living on the Great Plains.

Monday Memories: No Greater Love

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From 1 John 4:9-10:  “God’s love was revealed among us in this way:  God sent His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him.  In this is love, not that we loved God but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins.”

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Jesus shows us God’s way

No greater love than His

Sharing all of himself

For us, taking our quiz

 

Coming in human form

Living His humble way

Obedient to God

For each sinner, He prays

 

Taking our place in death

His body bears our sins

Shedding His precious blood

Defeating death, God wins

 

Above darkest valleys

Highest mountains tremble

No greater love shall breathe

Saintly choir assembles

 

Greatest exchange ever

Washing sin, white as snow

Christ’s love covers darkness

Spirit forever glows

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From Philippians 2:9-11:  “Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave Him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

Originally published March, 2021.