Born in the Big Sky Country of Montana and now living in the Buckeye State of Ohio, Richard is the creative mind behind Big Sky Buckeye. Retired after 40 years of teaching, I enjoy writing, photography, traveling, and following a healthy lifestyle.
Our life journey will take us to many addresses, but our faith journey will bring us to Father’s heavenly home.
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.
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.”
John Maxwell (born 1947) is an American pastor, author, and speaker. He has written numerous books about leadership, with a Christian point of view.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
Brain Teaser Question
You measure my life in hours, and I serve you by expiring. I’m quick when I’m thin, and slow when I’m fat. The wind is my enemy.
(answer found at the end of this post)
Featured Facts
Nocturnal and related to the cricket, the katydid is a fascinating insect to discover.
Here are a few quick facts about the katydid:
Size: maturing to about 3 inches in length
Color: “leaf” green, brown, pink, tan
Habitat: wooded or shrub areas
Diet: leaves, nectar, and fruit
Sometimes confused with a grasshopper, the katydid’s body features large hind legs and a long, thread-like antennae. A grasshopper’s antennae is smaller in length. It’s leaf-like appearance offers camouflage when surrounded by leaves and other plants. Related to the cricket, they are frequently referred to as bush crickets.
The katydid is found on every continent, except for Antarctica. They are known for their singing at night where one might hear a trilling, chirping sound of “katy-did-katy-didn’t.”
The life cycle of the katydid begins with the insertion of eggs into plant stems during the fall season. Over the winter, the eggs wait patiently for late spring when they hatch into nymphs. After several molts, the nymphs will mature into adults.
Despite its ability to hide among lush vegetation, the katydid is hunted by several predators: birds, lizards, frogs, bats, and other insects.
worldwide, there are thousands of katydid species. Here is a sample (note the differences in color). (Images courtesy of Pinterest)
Just as the ocean waves are endless, may we always believe in tomorrow’s spirit.
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.
God’s love showers us with each sunrise, and His hope tucks us in with another sunset.
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.
We live our lives under the careful, loving, gracious, albeit sovereign, hand of our God. And the movements of time and history tick off according to His reckoning, exactly as He ordained.
From Psalm 31:14-15: “But I trust in You, O Lord;I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in Your hand.”
Charles Swindoll (born 1934) is an American pastor and Christian author.
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