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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.

Final Witness

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Harvested fields now silent
Time earned for restful peace
Gratitude welcomed home
Each community’s showpiece

November gladly accepts
October’s autumn gifts
Landscape’s treasured colors
Winter’s cold breath still adrift

Fallen leaves ready to rake
Gathered into fresh piles
Autumn’s final witness
Countryside eagerly smiles

Autumn’s winds growing stronger
Frosty fingers appear
Winter’s air creeps closer
Foliage stripped, cold ‘n bare

Barren treetops offer praise
Snowy days parked ahead
Spring’s energy returns
Escape from winter’s cold bed
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From My Journal (11/12)

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With arrival of frosty morning daylight, autumn’s chill reaches out to invite winter’s future rendezvous

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 November 12)

Martin Buxbaum Quotes

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A dog wags its tail with its heart.

It is just as important to listen to someone with your eyes as it is with your ears.

Martin Buxbaum (1912-1991) was an American writer.  Blind at birth, he underwent a cataract operation which restored his sight.

Love Tenderly Placed

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From Mark 9:23: “Jesus said to him, “If you are able! All things can be done for the one who believes.”

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Another sunrise gathers
Opportunity descends
Destiny of Father’s outlook
Harmony’s dividend

Possibilities welcomed
Infinite shall be its light
From Father’s own righteous depths
Faith’s harvest taking flight

Heavenly wisdom embraced
Burdens of doubt now erased
Father’s grace forges ahead
His love tenderly placed

Bethlehem waits in shadows
Whisper of what’s yet to come
Father’s divine promises
Mercy’s own beating drum
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From the words of American pianist and composer, Duke Ellington: “Every intersection on the road of life is an opportunity.”

From My Journal (11/11)

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Prayer opens up faith’s depths to embrace God’s promises.

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 November 11)

Oswald Chambers Quote

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I must know Jesus Christ as Savior before His teaching has any meaning to me other than that of an ideal which leads to despair.

From Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher.  Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons.  Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST.  I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.

Every Minute Counts (Haiku Series #390)

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Procrastination Calling

Scholarly timeout

So much fun, so few minutes—

Weekend’s homework waits

Father’s Best Shot

Seeking Dad’s advice

Conversation now deepens—

“Better ask your Mom”

Blissful Rest

Alarm clock snoozing

Too much sleep to catch up on—

Dreams’ invitation

From My Journal (11/10)

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Morning’s blessed minutes bring about true renewal of opportunity.

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 November 10)

Ralph Waldo Emerson Quotes

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It is not the length of life, but the depth.

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was an American essayist, poet, and philosopher.  He was a leading voice in America’s transcendentalist movement in the 19th century.

Monday Memories: Quietness

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Morning begins with quietness

Behind locked doors, many hiding

Disciples and others mourning

Feeling God no longer guiding

 

Overcome with grief and sorrow

Memories fill with harshest tone

Quietness gathers in God’s hands

Barren cross stands bloody, alone

 

His torturous execution

Rabbi, teacher forever gone

Faith shattered, only quietness

Living as ignored Roman pawns

 

Confused, lacking understanding

What will tomorrow ever bring?

God waits with patient quietness

Sadness fills His heart, death its sting

 

From this darkness, quietness breathes

Hidden events still playing out

Love’s greatest story, not finished

God triumphs, never any doubt

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While it seems God’s Word is quiet on this day, He is orchestrating events to come.  While the world feels alone and forsaken, God is never quiet.  Tomorrow will shine light on His everlasting love and triumph.

Originally published April, 2021.