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Haiku Series #15 (Life and Faith)
Breathe!
Hurrying along
The day’s rate race continues—
Stop for a moment . . . breathe!
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Enduring Character
Life’s sufferings come
Produce lasting endurance—
Building character
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One Step
Keep taking on life
Despite its intense trials—
One step at a time
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Max Lucado Quote
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God doesn’t camouflage the old; He restores the new. the Master Builder will pull out the original plan and restore it. He will restore the vigor. He will restore the energy. He will restore the hope. He will restore the soul.
From Philippians 2:12-13: “Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed me, not only in my presence, but much more now in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pleasure.”
Cautious Lookout
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Moving along the trail, sweat runs down my back
Suddenly . . . both feet hastily stop in their tracks
Mother deer and fawn walk into my view
My eyes check the scene for any clues
The pair ventures cautiously across
Deserting another doe, feeling lost
My body stands rigid, still, and tall
Not intending to panic them at all
Mother steps back, standing quietly still
Starring back, I am amazed at this thrill
Her young fawn follows with a few steps
Looking to mother for guidance, you bet
Feeling the pleasure of stopping to watch
These two deer pause . . . I feel caught
Time stands still for a few seconds longer
My eyes survey with an inquisitive hunger
Alas, my camera didn’t make this walk
Now, only this writer’s verses will talk
Prudently, the vigilant doe keeps an eye on me
Protecting her fawn from any danger she sees
The two deer meander back into the woods
Probably glad to be done with me for good
This moment in time creates delicious prose
Not often do deer pause briefly, just to pose
The mother proves to be a cautious lookout
When she and her timid fawn wander about
Dear readers, have you experienced any encounters with deer or other wild animals. You are invited to share your experiences with a comment. I look forward to reading and replying back.
Warren Wiersbe Quote
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There is no need to fear the decisions of life when you know Jesus Christ, for His name is Counselor.
From James 1:8: “An indecisive man is unstable in all his ways.”
Forever Proud
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His warrior image endures over the years
Witnessing a proud life, without any fears
His Native American culture continues to live on
Keeping rich and spiritual memories, never gone
Life’s simple ways will always shine bright
Displaying warrior bravery at every sight
Man and horse unite together as one
Riding his pony into the setting sun
Fierce in battle, defending his vast land
Adding to his legend, he does all he can
Younger men look up to him and follow in battle
Counting coup, his bravery becomes his mantel
This storied warrior transitions to an old man
Looking back proudly, honoring his last stand
His weathered face reveals a mighty, brave past
Lighting up eyes, with proud memories that last
The buffalo have disappeared for good
Ending a way of life, once proudly stood
Many of the old traditions are now gone
Reliving them through legend and song
The old warrior passes down past tribal history
Teaching a new generation, his ancient journey
The warrior no longer meets foes in battle today
Remembering his legacy, forever proud to say
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Montana is home to seven Native American reservations: Flathead, Blackfeet, Crow, Cheyenne, Fort Peck, Rocky Boy, and Fort Belknap. Across the United States, these proud people make up a “quiet” minority, often forgotten in the mainstream of the American way of life. Here are two previously published poems about Native Americans:
John Eldredge Quote
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There comes a time when we simply have to face the challenges in our lives and stop backing down.
From Psalm 34:4: “I sought the Lord, and He answered me, and delivered me from all my fears.”
Love Conquers
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Love Conquers
Finding its way
With words to say
Boundless and rich
Love conquers
Despite distances great
Unlocking its fate
With faithful hope
Love conquers
Awakens each morn
Feels like being reborn
Lasts and lasts
Love conquers
Between two hearts
Eager for new start
Together at last
Love conquers
Each special day
Adventure comes our way
Exciting and endless
Love conquers
Thoughts to savor
Bringing each a favor
As sunrise arrives
Love conquers
Arriving without sound
Loving actions abound
Every special moment
Love conquers
Forgetting life’s past
Bringing smiles to last
Faithful and forgiving
Love conquers
God’s at hand
Footprints in the sand
Reigns into Eternity
Love Conquers
Finding its way
With words to say
Boundless and rich
Love conquers
Despite distances great
Unlocking its fate
With faithful hope
Love conquers
Awakens each morn
Feels like being reborn
Lasts and lasts
Love conquers
Between two hearts
Eager for new start
Together at last
Love conquers
Each special day
Adventure comes our way
Exciting and endless
Love conquers
Thoughts to savor
Bringing each a favor
As sunrise arrives
Love conquers
Arriving without sound
Loving actions abound
Every special moment
Love conquers
Forgetting life’s past
Bringing smiles to last
Faithful and forgiving
Love conquers
God’s at hand
Footprints in the sand
Reigns into Eternity
Big Sky Buckeye has written several poems which express love in different forms and with their own unique meanings. Here is a sample of three of his favorite ones.
A man and a woman find love in their own way in Across the Street.
A family finds God’s love in bringing a special daughter into their presence in God’s Miracle.
A man and a woman reach out to each in a long distance relationship in Love’s Destiny.
James Dobson Quote
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The only true source of meaning in life is found in loving family. Today and every day, let me show my family that I love them by the things that I say and the things that I do.
From Joshua 24:15: “Now if you are unwilling to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Oceans
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A life can sometimes seem deep and dark
Just as the oceans’ waves find their mark
From season to season, a person splashes along
Just as the oceans redeploy, intense and strong
Hardships and misfortunes grudgingly arrive each week
Just as the oceans’ depths mask secrets, waiting to seek
Morning’s sunrise embraces, cheerful and bold
Just as the oceans splash water, much too cold
Today brings a bit of uncertainty and sadness
Just as the oceans bring a light of happiness
One wonders and dreams of a better life
Just as the oceans dispense little strife
A walk along the sandy beach sounds great
Just as the oceans’ tides deliver a final fate
The gentle waves engage loneliness for a swim
Just as the oceans’ surf arrives without a whim
A final desperate, draining breath takes one under
Just as the oceans stand still and start to wonder
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