Day’s vacuuming
Collecting family’s dirt—
Household spy network
No joy this morning
Chicken late crossing the road—
Breakfast’s eggs . . . uncracked!
Umpire on his phone
Never missing any calls—
Each instant replay
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When each of us wears our humbleness and kindness on our sleeve, the world brightens up.
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 July 25)
Kids do say the darndest things.
Diplomacy–the act of jumping into trouble without making a splash.
Art Linkletter (1912-2010) was an Canadian-born American radio and television personality.
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She returns annually to announce the arrival of spring
Heart-shaped flowers will bring vivid beauty that sings
She loves the cool and damp spring air
Shaded from the sunlight brings no cares
She possesses a cute and dainty look
Green fields invite a walk along a brook
She adores the color purple, dark is best
Sadly, others see her beauty as a pest
She loves to pause in gardens for relaxation
Butterflies seek her as a beautiful attraction
She experienced vigorous growth in her younger days
Ancient Greeks consider her a symbol of love that stays
She meanders now as a traveler seeking only fun
Looking out at a calm creek called Wild Violet Run
There really is a small stream called Wild Violet Run near Pickerington, Ohio in Violet Township, which is located in northwestern Fairfield County.
Originally published February, 2019.
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The spring season offers renewal and hope as God’s creation transitions into another season, just as our own lives do the same.
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 July 24)
Each friend represents a world in us, a world possibly not born until they arrive, and it is only by this meeting that a new world is born.
You cannot save people. You can only love them.
Anais Nin (1903-1977) was a French-born American writer of novels and short stories. Much of her published works came from her diaries.
From Psalm 55:1: “Give ear to my prayer, O God; do not hide Yourself from my supplication.”
Persuasive voices
Filled with weighty stones
Pulling self deeper
Feeling so alone
Despair building up
Fear never ceases
Wanting to just hide
Falling to pieces
Troubles weigh heavy
Overwhelmed with noise
Calling out to God
Seeking faith’s convoy
Tempest storms now calm
God’s grace intervenes
Covering with peace
Wiping burdens clean
His Word restores trust
Our Sustainer speaks
Changing hope’s outlook
Climbing righteous peaks
From Psalm 55:22: “Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you; He will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
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God’s magnificent creation sustains us with every morning’s sunrise while another sunset brings us His rest.
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 July 23)
Have you forgotten just how amazing our great God is? Spend time remembering today.
From Galatians 4:4-7: “But when the fullness of time had come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, in order to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as children. And because you are children, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’ So you are no longer a slave but a child, and if a child then also an heir through God.“
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
What word becomes shorter when you add letters to it?
(answer found at the end of this post)
One of North America’s most majestic animals is the bighorn sheep. They are part of the mammals subfamily of bovines, which includes cattle, bison, African buffalo, and antelopes.
Here are some interesting facts about the bighorn sheep:
As a species related to mountain goats, bighorn sheep and goats possess cloven hooves, which are split into two toes. This allows them to grasp rocky cliffs with finger-like dexterity.
Predators of the bighorn sheep include: wolves, coyotes, mountain lions, and bobcats. The sheep defend themselves with exceptional vision, excellent hearing, and an outstanding sense of smell.
Both males and females feature horns. The males’ horns are huge in size and feature an extremely curved shape. The horns weigh up to 30 pounds (14 kg), and if straightened out, they would extend up to two feet. Each ring on the horns represents one year of growth. The females’ horns are smaller and straighter.
During mating season, the males (rams) compete over the females (ewes). They charge each other in head-to-head combat. The sound of these crashes can be heard up to a mile away. The males’ thick, bony skull prevents injury from these battles.
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