Big Sky Buckeye

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Posted on July 1, 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.

Intimacy with Words

Posted on July 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Intimacy with words
Flowing through writer’s pen
Around every corner
Connecting once again

Rendezvous’ inner self
Finding rhythm’s rewards
Another page finished
Unleashing what’s been stored

Opportunity’s breath
Rising with morning’s light
Precious minutes smile back
Composing what feels right

Familiar journey’s peace
Searching depth of each phrase
Trust finds welcome landing
Igniting thoughts ablaze

Each quiet reflection
Waking now to deploy
Focused on tender points
Dispensing heartfelt joy

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From My Journal (7/2)

Posted on July 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

A writer’s journey fills with endless words, from which blessed treasures he shares.

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 July 2)

John Gregory Dunne Quotes

Posted on July 2, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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Writing is manual labor of the mind: a job, like laying pipe.

Because one has written other books does not mean the next becomes any easier.

John Gregory Dunne (1932-2003) was an American writer.

New Covenant’s Breath

Posted on July 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Psalm 89:1-2: “I will sing of Your steadfast love, O Lord, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. I declare that Your steadfast love is established forever; Your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens.”

Transformation of peace
Gathered in God’s hands
Fulfillment of His Word
Messiah comes to stand

Hearts filling with truth
Opened in God’s light
Hope stirring from darkness
Calvary’s welcome flight

Never forsaken
Loved through God’s caring
Steadfast grace now descends
Savior’s forthwith sharing

New covenant’s breath
Charged from God’s boldness
Praises full of wonder
Christ transforms sin’s coldness

Enemy trembles
Quashed by God’s own hand
Holiness lives throughout
Redemption comes as planned

From Psalm 89:5-6: “Let the heavens praise Your wonders, O Lord, Your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones. For who in the skies can be compared to the Lord? Who among the heavenly beings is like the Lord.”

From My Journal (7/1)

Posted on July 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Big Sky Buckeye

May we continue to embrace truth’s witness of Jesus Christ as we are encouraged to follow in His daily steps of faith.

(Updated July 1)

D. L. Moody Quote

Posted on July 1, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

We are told to let our light shine, and if it does, we won’t need to tell anybody it does. Lighthouses don’t fire cannons to call attention to their shining–they just shine.

From John 8:12: “Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.'”

D. L. Moody (1837-1899), also known as Dwight Lyman Moody, was an American evangelist and Christian teacher. He is frequently credited with inspiring modern mass revivalism.

Nature’s Identity (Haiku Series #379)

Posted on June 30, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Rhythm’s Balance

Thinnest clouds gather

Horizon’s comforting song—

Rainfall’s gentle pace

Fabric’s Serenity

Landscape’s loving touch

Daughter of darkness sleeping—

Tranquility’s breath

Overnight’s Transition

Nightly darkness fades

Morning’s quiet peace rises—

Transforming earth’s heart

From My Journal (6/30)

Posted on June 30, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Big Sky Buckeye

We all have our own identity, which allows us to leave unique footprints in the sand.

(Updated June 30)

Tom Hanks Quotes

Posted on June 30, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Never give up because you never know what the tide will bring in the next day.

When you live a life with no boundaries, there’s less joy. If you can eat anything you want to, what’s the fun in eating anything you want to?

Tom Hanks (born 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Easily transitioning between comedic and dramatic roles, he has become one of the most honored and respected in his profession. He is an avid collector of manual typewriters with a collection of well over 200.

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