Big Sky Buckeye

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Posted on July 29, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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.

Monday Memories: What’s Your Rush?

Posted on September 7, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

**Photo by Craig Adderley on Pexels.com**

Driving fast down time’s hectic road

Passing new sign’s life-changing mode

Hey busy people, “What’s your rush?”

Best to paint life with brand new brush

Slow self down, before passing by

More to life than hello and bye

Coffee’s better with second cup

Take time to really size life up

Spend precious moments, call your friend

Each minute pays big dividends

Look around, lend others your hand

Playing music on life’s bandstand

Time spent with young children at play

Ageless, feeling younger each day

Neighborhood walk with man’s best friend

Rounding out life’s perfect weekend

Share love with your special someone

Lighting rainbows with rising sun

Cruisin’ along life’s peaceful street

No rush now, enjoying each treat

**Photo by Julia Kuzenkov on Pexels.com**

Originally published March, 2021.

From My Journal (9/7)

Posted on September 7, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

agriculture countryside daylight farm — **Photo by Kerry on Pexels.com**

From Big Sky Buckeye

When we take the path less traveled, our perspective discovers a new paradigm.

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 September 7)

John McCain Quotes

Posted on September 7, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

It is your character, and your character alone, that will make your life happy or unhappy.

We cannot hide the truth about ourselves from ourselves.

John McCain (1936-2018) was an American politician and naval officer.

Grace in Forgiveness

Posted on September 6, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From 1 John 1:9: “If we confess our sins, He who is faithful and just will forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

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Eternity’s light
Calling mankind home
With every sunrise
Peace forever roams

Leaving sin’s darkness
Renewing faith’s lease
Forgiveness heals hearts
God’s love shall release

Truth speaks through Jesus
Transcending from light
Spiritual food
Strengthened to unite

Hope shall be fulfilled
Ascending faith’s rock
Savior’s blood cleanses
Each sheep of His flock

Grace in forgiveness
Breaking every chain
Each shadow of sin
Fades in Heaven’s rain

**Photo by Andru00e9 de La Calle Braga on Pexels.com**

From the words of American pastor and Christian author, Jim Cymbala: “God’s heart of mercy provides for us not only pardon from sin but also daily provision of spiritual food to strengthen us.”

From My Journal (9/6)

Posted on September 6, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Big Sky Buckeye

Through His forgiveness, we feel God’s spirit at eye level with our journey forward.

(Updated September 6)

Mother Teresa Quote

Posted on September 6, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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Bring love into your home for this is where our love for each other must start.

From Ephesians 5:19-21: “As you sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to one another, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts, giving thanks to God the Father at all times and for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, being subject to one another out of reverence for Christ.“