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Monday Memories: Dreams Start Young

Posted on March 16, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

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Bumping the ball, again and again without error

Dreaming of becoming a great volleyball player

A young girl aspires to play volleyball with her all

Setting eyes on her future, she answers the call

Almost daily it seems, she practices again in the yard

Bumping a volleyball back up on the roof, isn’t so hard

This determined and skilled lady moves up in her years

Realizing always, playing volleyball brings her little fear

As she enters middle school, she plays on her first team

Enjoying the competition, making her face always beam

Bumping the ball, again and again without error

Dreaming of becoming a great volleyball player

Her soft hands and calmness, make her a skilled setter

Roaming the back row, her ball-hawking is even better

With a purpose, she enters high school and plays a key role

Setting up her teammates with accurate precision—Whoa!

Her teammates rally around her confident leadership

Wearing #9, her unruffled play leads and rarely slips

Her team charts a perfect season and a trip to State

Falling just a bit short, second place will be their fate

Bumping the ball, again and again without error

Dreaming of becoming a great volleyball player

The team moves forward with her unselfish play

Becoming a volleyball dynasty, even to this day

A relaxed, confident smile masks her intense competitiveness

Elevating her game, encouraging her team to lofty greatness

Now her team looks more determined, than ever before

Bringing its school and town, a perfect season of scores

Returning to State, the setter and her mates are up to the task

Capturing the school’s very first volleyball State crown, at last

Bumping the ball, again and again without error

Dreaming of becoming a great volleyball player

The Wildcats secure two more trips to State, to complete her career

Continuing a rich and winning volleyball tradition, without any tears

As her high school career begins its closing, thrilling year

Tasting defeat so very few times, makes opponents fear

“Wow, she hasn’t graduated yet!”—An opposing coach winks

Playing in these final State matches, her skills remain in sync

An incredible volleyball player, will no longer pass and roam

Remembering those times of practicing, in the yard at home

Bumping the ball, again and again without error

Dreaming of becoming a great volleyball player

Transforming Life

Posted on March 15, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

From Romans 12:11: “Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord.”

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Offering our bodies to our Father

As a living sacrifice to the Lord

Forever transformed, through His renewal

Bringing new life, by God’s sacred accord

Accepting God’s will with sober recourse

Remaining faithful, God living with us

His Word, always cleanses our sinful ways

With God’s plan, a Holy and perfect plus

God’s love is genuine, filled with His grace

Stepping forward, stoked with spirited zeal

Remaining steadfast, to all which is good

Serving God, escaping heavy ordeals

Steering ourselves, with total discipline

According to God’s proud expectations

Living and serving His Holy Kingdom

Avoiding the Enemy’s temptations

Remaining patient, despite life’s trials

Providing His strength, God leading us all

Walking in faith, taking the Lord’s high road

Living peacefully, following His call

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From the words of American pastor, Harry Emerson Fosdick: “No horse gets anywhere until he is harnessed. No life ever grows great until it is focused, dedicated, disciplined.”

Procrastinators Club

Posted on March 14, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

From 2 Corinthians 9:6: “The point is this: the one who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and the one who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”

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Hey you, yes you!

Sitting there alone

Life without a view

Lack of efficient action

Reaping fear and doubt

Living without traction

Being a loyal member

Procrastinators Club

Ever since November

Life’s emotional quicksand

Robbing your life rewards

Time to join a new band

Do you really desire?

To find true happiness

Without life’s misfires

Seeking God’s advice

He’ll always support you

His Grace pays the price

Spending little attention

With overwhelming fears

Can’t relax without tension

Take courage, now believe

Jesus conquers the world

Time for your life to achieve

Released from gloom

Fleeing this quagmire

Life ready to bloom

King’s Solomon’s words implant

Whoever watches the wind

Will never attempt to plant

Time to change is now

Adopt new life patterns

Sowing with a new plow

Here’s some simple advice

Now follow this amazing tip

Better than throwing dice

Do first things—first!

Better sooner, than later

Darkest clouds now burst

Each challenge, take it on

Looking fear in the face

Reaping rewards, feeling strong

Handling life, forever free

Tearing up my membership

Procrastinator, no longer me

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From American writer and lecturer, Dale Carnegie: “Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit at home and think about it. Go out and get busy.”

Haiku Series #63 (With God)

Posted on March 13, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

Needing Prayer

Constant chronic pain

Days and nights become too long—

Asking for prayer

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Forty Days

Anticipation!

Walking this Lenten journey—

Seeking our Savior

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Making a Choice

Rebuilding a path

Choosing love over hatred—

Jesus offers peace

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God’s Promises

Posted on March 11, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

From Matthew 7:13-14: “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it.”

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Life tempting us with enticing shortcuts

Most of these never seem to bring success

Gods speaks honestly, always asking us

Did we burrow deeper, rather than guess?

Clever world flooding us with remedies

Formulas for a more successful life

Simple, surefire, easy to use, guaranteed

God’s formula, always true without strife

Never shy from following the Father

He doesn’t promise a road without bumps

God offers promises with blessed love

His way leading us forward, our hearts jump

Requiring patience, life’s a marathon

God remains our Rock, faithful and steadfast

His blessings fill our lives in countless ways

Our ship sails, with eternal hope amassed

Losing hope at times, seeking a quick fix

Encouragement and trust arrives from God

Offering us Grace, filled with peace and joy

Grateful, He accepts us, totally flawed

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From the words of Saint Teresa of Avila, “We ought to make some progress, however little, every day, and show some increase of fervor. We ought to act as if we were at war–as, indeed, we are–and never relax until we have won the victory.”

Haiku Series #62 (Life)

Posted on March 10, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

Imagine

Imagine a world

As seen through a baby’s eyes—

Always innocent

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Vacation

Leaving winter cold

Ice fishing and ice skating—

Ice avoiding . . . Beach!

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Cozy

Early morning time

Fireplace blazes and welcomes—

Warming us with love

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Monday Memories: Morning Walk

Posted on March 9, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

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Waking from my sleep on a dark, chilly day

Preparing for another early morning to play

Pulling on my warm jacket and stocking cap

Heading out the door without need of a map

Making this early morning journey once again

Walking down a street where many have been

Moving hurriedly while struggling with numbing, frigid air

Searching a pocket to discover my gloves are not a pair

Being discovered, a nervous rabbit hops away

Seeing me, he certainly doesn’t desire to play

Crossing the street, a black cat stares back

Slithering away, she doesn’t cross my path

Freezing my face, the frosty air feels bitterly cold

Hurrying along with a pace that is rapid and bold

Leaving Room

Posted on March 8, 2020 by bigskybuckeye

From Galatians 1:15-16: “But when God, who has set me apart before I was born and called me through His grace, was pleased to reveal His Son to me, so that I might proclaim Him among the Gentiles.”