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Posted on June 23, 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.

Tranquility’s Harvest (Haiku Series #378)

Posted on June 23, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Preciousness

Morning’s rising face

Energizing peace below—

Fresh outlook embraced

Boundless

Clear night sky arrives

Breathing with infinite peace—

Tomorrow on deck

Permanence

Intimacy felt

Transforming peace covers earth—

Creator’s presence

From My Journal (6/23)

Posted on June 23, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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

From Big Sky Buckeye

When we need it most, even a cloudy sky offers a moment of welcoming silence.

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 June 23)

Jesse Owens Quotes

Posted on June 23, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

Find the good. It’s all around you. Find it, showcase it, and you’ll start believing it.

One chance is all you need.

Jesse Owens (1913-1980) was an American track and field athlete. During the 1936 summer Olympics, he became the first athlete to win four gold medals in a single Olympiad.

Monday Memories: Warm Breezes

Posted on June 22, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

**A view of Long Wharf along the Choptank River at Cambridge, Maryland. Chesapeake Bay is waiting on the horizon. (Courtesy of Pinterest)**

Early morning’s reversing wind

No longer facing fierce headwind

Life takes comfort in day ahead

Thrilled to be awake, out of bed

Skipjack sailing away from home

Leaving Choptank’s berth, free to roam

Adventure waiting, take it on

Facing nature, ready with brawn

Pride of Maryland’s Eastern Shore

Nathan of Dorchester explores

With summer day’s life-giving breeze

She skims across these waves with ease

Distant river shoreline fading

Chesapeake Bay, now invading

Each crew member tackles his tasks

Loving this boat, each effort basks

With warm breezes, life’s sails now fill

Each port of call, sharing goodwill

**A skipjack cuts through the water on the Choptank River. It is the official boat of the state of Maryland. (Courtesy of Pinterest)**

The inspiration for this poem comes from my travels to Maryland’s Eastern Shore along the Choptank River at Cambridge. While I haven’t sailed on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester (yet), it is something I would enjoy experiencing during a future summer trip back to my wife’s hometown.

Originally published March, 2021.

From My Journal (6/22)

Posted on June 22, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Big Sky Buckeye

Taking us from our own harbor of emotions, human interactions sail with life’s daily ebb and flow.

(Updated June 22)

Thomas Carlyle Quotes

Posted on June 22, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

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Nature, after all, is still the grand agent in making poets.

Poetry is the attempt which man makes to render his existence harmonious.

Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881) was a Scottish-born essayist, historian, and philosopher. He was a leading writer of the Victorian era.

Every Detail

Posted on June 21, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From James 1:2-4: “My brothers and sisters, whenever you face various trials, consider it all joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance complete its work, so that you may be complete and whole, lacking in nothing.”

**Photo by Digital Buggu on Pexels.com**

Creator’s lessons
Persistent light
Filled with endurance
Growth taking flight

Father’s watchful eye
Every detail
Patient, daily breath
Peace without fail

Creator’s guidance
Grace fills each day
Molded through His love
Faith’s only way

Father’s faithfulness
Hope’s rising tides
Tireless in nature
Mercy untied

Creator’s impulse
Daily outreach
Always on target
Wisdom shall teach

**Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko on Pexels.com**

From Proverbs 2:9-10: “Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity, every good path, for wisdom will come into your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.”

From My Journal (6/21)

Posted on June 21, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

From Big Sky Buckeye

Faith’s trust in God grows when we stand in the light of His grace.

(Updated June 21)

Mark Batterson Quote

Posted on June 21, 2026 by bigskybuckeye

**Photo by Nothing Ahead on Pexels.com**

If you seek answers you won’t find them, but if you seek God, the answers will find you.

From Lamentations 3:25: “The Lord is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul that seeks Him.“

Mark Batterson (born 1969) is an American pastor and Christian author.

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