Big Sky Buckeye

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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.

Weekend’s Spirit

Posted on November 2, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Weekend rains offer pause

Autumn’s final harvest on hold

Testing farmers’ patience

Temperatures fall, growing cold

Another falling leaf

Afternoon’s cheery cup of tea

Looking through window’s glass

Visions of backyard’s empty tree

Book’s bold invitation

Immersed within mystery’s plot

Welcoming each minute

Story plunges with missing yacht

Day’s gentle, soothing peace

Lost in memories, freshly found

Feeling blessed with each gem

Past wants to hang around

Nightfall now closes in

Rain drizzling, without pause

Hearing silence unwind

Weekend’s spirit cuddles nonstop

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From My Journal (11/2)

Posted on November 2, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

So much of life is about using our reflections as we try to connect one more series of dots.

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 2)

Jackson Browne Quotes

Posted on November 2, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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Do the steps that you’ve been shown, by everyone you’ve ever known . . . until the dance becomes your very own. (lyrics from “The Only Child”)

Let the disappointment pass, let the laughter fill your glass. (lyrics from “For a Dancer”)

Jackson Browne (born 1948) is an American singer and songwriter.

Actions Never by Chance

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

From John 10:10-11: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.”

Father almighty

Designing redemption’s plan

Actions never by chance

Good Shepherd, faith’s steady helmsman

Shepherd’s faith searches

Teaching His flock, hear My voice

Actions never by chance

Heavenly angels shall rejoice

Angelic choir sings

Rising from cold, empty tomb

Actions never by chance

Redeemer’s grace faithfully blooms

Redeemer sheds blood

Forgiving each transgression

Actions never by chance

Father blesses without question

Father’s greatest love

Offering His only Son

Actions never by chance

Forever, His will shall be done

From John 3:16-17: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world but in order that the world might be saved through Him.”

From My Journal (11/1)

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

As believers, today’s faith trusts the unseen hope of tomorrow.

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 1)

Charles Swindoll Quote

Posted on November 1, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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How many people are equipped to handle mistreatment after they’ve done right? Only Christians are equipped to do that. That is what makes believers stand out. That’s our uniqueness.

From Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Making Us Think (Haiku Series #251)

Posted on October 31, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Clueless

Penny for your thoughts

Never making any cents—

Hiding at the Mint

Somewhere

Searching for Waldo

Children offer countless tips—

Another dead-end

Excessive

Seeking attention

Feeling burdened, overwhelmed—

PC’s open tabs

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From My Journal (10/31)

Posted on October 31, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Many of us seek peaceful contentment through our endless imagination.

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 October 31)

Edgar Rice Burroughs Quotes

Posted on October 31, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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Imagination is but another name for super intelligence.

If you write one story, it may be bad; if you write a hundred, you have the odds in your favor.

Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875-1950) was an American writer His prolific career was built around adventure, science fiction, and fantasy themes. One of his most enduring characters was Tarzan.

Monday Memories: Beholding a New Day

Posted on October 30, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Our Heavenly Father, we rejoice and humbly receive your precious gift of a new day. Our hopes burn brighter as we give thanks for your blessing of this gift. Amen.

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Emerging each morning, a new dawn

Waiting outside our door, neatly wrapped

Walking next to us, God understands

Bringing us love, never feeling trapped

Designing His gift, a new day calls

Witnessing God’s deeds, each day unfolds

Allowing us, to live out each day

Feeling His Grace, hearts never grow old

Guarding us during times of trouble

Opening gates each day, His stronghold

Trusting in God, never forsaken

Singing His praises, humble yet bold

Kneeling and praying, as this day ends

Rejoicing, in all our Father sends

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From Psalm 9:10: “And those who know your name put their trust in you, for you, O Lord, have not forsaken those who seek you.”

Originally published May, 2020.

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