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About bigskybuckeye

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.

From My Journal (4/22)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

We are called by Savior Jesus to accept Him, follow Him, and then encourage others to step into His light.

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 April 22)

Charles Swindoll Quote

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If I have learned anything during my journey on Planet Earth, it is that people need one another.

From Proverbs 27:9:  “Perfume and incense make the heart glad, but the sweetness of a friend is better than one’s own counsel.”

Our Creator’s Infinity

From Genesis 1:1-2:  “When God began to create the heavens and the earth, the earth was complete chaos, and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters.”

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Before mountains ever brought forth

Emptiness waits for its time

Then, Creator formed life at last

Dynamics endlessly rhyme

 

Nightly dance follows daily song

Morning’s sunrise shall renew

Creator’s everlasting time

Earth’s serenity in view

 

Delight in counting each minute

Time’s destiny in His hands

Creator’s faithful perfection

Ceaseless, unyielding commands

 

Dwelling place for generations

Harmony’s heavenly home

Creator’s time never stands still

Perpetual peace shall roam

 

Compassion breathes from time’s oneness

Love filling each endeavor

Our Creator’s Infinity

Forever joins forever

 

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From Psalm 90:2:  “Before the mountains were brought forth or ever You had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting You are God.”

From My Journal (4/21)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Our Creator reminds us of His goodness with every breath of nature’s sweet experience.

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 April 21)

John Calvin Quote

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There is not one blade of grass, there is no color in this world that is not intended to make us rejoice.

From Colossians 1:16:  “For in Him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers—all things have been created through Him and for Him.”

Trivia’s Facts and More (4/20)

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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

If an electric-powered train is traveling south, then which direction is the smoke going?

(answer found at the end of this post)

Featured Facts

One of the world’s most fierce looking insects is the rhinoceros beetle.  However, it is totally harmless to humans.

Here are a few quick facts about the rhinoceros beetle:

  • Size:  ranging from 1-6 inches
  • Color:  depending on species; dark brown to greenish gray
  • Habitat:  damp woody areas
  • Diet:  (herbivorous) adults eat nectar, plant juices, fruit; larvae eat decaying plant matter

The rhinoceros beetle is found on every continent except Antarctica.  The size varies a great deal, depending upon the climate and environmental factors. 

Compared to most beetles, this species (dynastinae) is huge.  Similar to a rhinoceros male (from the mammal world), males have one to three horns on their head, which gives them quite a frightening look.

The life cycle of this beetle begins with a female laying approximately 50 eggs in moist soil.  When the larvae (grubs) hatch, they will stay underground for about one year.  Then they are ready to pupate (transform from immature to mature) into adults.

Because of its strength, the rhinoceros beetle is sometimes called the Hercules beetle.  A mature beetle is capable of lifting up to 30 times his weight without sacrificing any speed.  If a human possesses this level of strength, he would be able to lift a white rhinoceros (over 5,000 pounds) without losing any speed and quickness.  

In some parts of Asia, rhinoceros beetles find their way into homes as children’s pets.  Their exotic appearance makes them quite popular.

top left and moving clockwise:  female, male (notice the three horns), european male, japanese male, costa rican male, male (note the color), larvae.  (Images courtesy of Pinterest)

Answer to Brain Teaser Question

There is no smoke–it’s an electric train.

From My Journal (4/20)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Sometimes we need to slow down and reflect upon our journey’s small victories with appreciation.

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 April 20)

Drawn to Father (Elfchen Series #199)

One Choice

Approaching

Faith’s crossroads

Forsaking enemy’s promises

Accepting Father’s heavenly truths

Peace

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Nourishing Hope

Powering

Toward Father

Rock of ages

Trusted love always defends

Faith

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Forever Victorious

Father’s

Blessed revelation

Eternal grace breathes

Risen from death’s tomb

Son

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From My Journal (4/19)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we faithfully trust in God’s vision, He offers a blessed glimpse into our own destiny.

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 April 19)