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Found in Ohio
Worthless nut, falling to earth
Send to Michigan
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Snowflakes flutter down
Gently covering the grass
God paints a landscape
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Puppy in front yard
Painting the front porch’s floor
Little, gray paw prints
Here is a link to “Haiku Series #8” in case you missed it.
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American flag
hangs mournfully
at half mast
Honoring a
courageous, fallen soldier
on a distant battlefield
Many come
to honor this
patriotic, young man
Supporting his loved ones
Family, wife, and children
Who will miss
his gentle soul
Let us
never forget
this day!
The ultimate sacrifice
paid by
one mighty soldier
So many others
may be free
U.S. Army Specialist Joseph P. Collette died on March 22, 2019 from enemy fire in Afghanistan while on a combat mission. This poem is written to honor him along with all who have fallen.
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The world of numbers is amazing and alive
All enrich lives as we conquer and divide
A great lucky number is one
Life’s always so much fun
Superstitions warn us that thirteen
Is very unlucky unless one is a teen
One may be the loneliest number for sure
Unless two brings love that feels so pure
Seven continents and seven days in a week
Seven may bring even better fortunes to seek
Some exclaim seven will bring luck
Unless it keeps one forever stuck
A popular lottery number is eleven
Bringing more luck than even seven
The twelve tribes of Israel come to mind
Twelve months of the year fit just fine
The posted highway speed limit sits at 50
Sorry officer, my foot was a bit heavy at 60
March 14 is well known to students for its “pi”
Perchance, there is a “real” piece if we all try
The Hawaiian alphabet is made up of thirteen letters
For some, the thirteen floor is unlucky, never better
Down under in Australia, koalas soundly sleep
For eighteen hours without even a small peep
Do you like to see what your numbers say?
Make a comment for others to read today
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Music takes many of us on a magical ride
Thoughts and images to carry by our side
A son needs to locate a way to the other side
A bridge over troubled water keeps him alive
A father educates his son to construct a better life
Carry on my wayward son without any more strife
Getting hitched and then catching a bus
We see a rich life making memories of us
The hills come alive with a musical song
How can Sister Maria never be wrong?
Drove a Chevy to the levee one day to sing
But the music died, only memories will ring
Georgy Girl walking down the street
He’ll never find another you as sweet
Heading to work with a mind slow to start
Takin’ care of business energizes his heart
Country roads, please take me home
For she is weary of feeling so alone
Her life fills with major worries, without abundant light
But she can always go downtown on any given night
The tense, western movie ends with a gunfight
With a big iron on his hip, he shows his might
We travel down an unfamiliar highway at last
“Do you know the way to San Jose? we ask
Sometimes life wants to take off and run away
Let’s all continue to roll on down the highway
The inspiration for this poem came from Bachman-Turner Overdrive’s 1975 classic rock hit, “Roll On Down the Highway.” I was crushing some carbs while working out on my stationary bike, and I was listening to some songs from BTO. I decided to try to use parts of various song lyrics in a poem.
Did you find any familiar lyrics in the poem? What are some of your favorite song lyrics?
This poem is a guest post from my 11-year old granddaughter. She wrote this poem for her Language Arts class, and she has given permission to post her untouched words just as she wrote them. Enjoy the gratitude that she shares!
This warm bed
that is really comfy and soft
that is only payed off
by my parents and their jobs
that is filled with
blankets, pillows, and stuffed animals
that is around me as I
dream off to sleep
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I lay there at night
to recharge my body
I lay there to rest
my body
I lay there if I am sick
to help heal my body
I lay there to wake up
to get ready for the day
As we get ready to
dream off again
I lay there ready to fall
asleep
Soon I am fast asleep ZZZZZZ
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At morning, walking in total darkness
Filling a world with a silent quietness
A full moon illuminates the crystal clear sky
Brightening a walker’s thoughts, time flies
The frigid, morning air washes across a face
Sending a wintry breath filled with cold taste
A layer of garments safeguards from the chill
Walking for an hour awakens a sluggish will
An early, morning walk isn’t for the weak of heart
Feeling somewhat better now after a dismal start
A series of shadows dance around a home
Making a soul feel remote and quite alone
All eyes must stay alert on the sidewalk
Signaling when an uneven surface stalks
The mood is set for a moving conversation
Hearing God’s Biblical word brings sensation
A mindful heart beckons to come through
Creating an intimacy with a Lord so true
The walk’s pace continues to march right along
Allowing this rendezvous with time that’s long
The eastern sky begins to brighten with light
Bringing an end soon to this walk of delight
Another early morning walk will come again
Walking to daylight with Christ as my friend
Do you look forward to early morning walks? If so, what do you like most about such an activity?
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Becoming something of a classic film buff
Viewing one notable movie is never enough
Seeing Brando and an all-star cast is a dream
“The Godfather” brings intensity to the screen
Traveling back to witness world history, long past
“Schindler’s List” fills emotions that forever last
Walking with Bogart and Bergman once more
“Casablanca” presents a story that will soar
Rising again on an American southern plantation
“Gone with the Wind” makes Gable a sensation
Growing up along the magical yellow brick road
“The Wizard of Oz” sings with music, never old
Filling an appetite for storytelling that is the best
Watching skillful actors in plots fulfilling the test
Comparing life to a box of chocolates, he imparts
“Forrest Gump” offers a look at a life never tart
Listening to how music makes the hills come alive
“The Sound of Music” still stirs visions that thrive
Arriving on screen come Darth Vader and lots more
The original “Star Wars” brings new hope that soars
Making a classic musical with singing and dancing
“Singin’ in the Rain” presents Gene Kelly’s prancing
Feeling comfortable with a warm, real story to know
“It’s a Wonderful Life” sends an angel to save a soul
Finding time for viewing one more film tonight
Eager to build more movie memories this night
Do you have any favorite films that you would enjoy watching again? The above films are just a tiny taste of ones that I would enjoy watching again (hmm, I think that I already have).
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From the quiet darkness, the Enemy lurks and waits
Waiting with his empty promises, fills him with hate
Our Lord God brings much strength and power
Preparing us for battle with a Spirit that towers
An exalted, mighty fortress our God builds for us all
Defending us behind stout walls that will never fall
God prepares us to be warriors standing tall
Defeating forces of spiritual evil is God’s call
Nothing shall ever overcome God’s master plan
Remaining faithful to His word, we humbly stand
Now dressed mightily for battle with God’s sacred tools
Wearing God’s armor, we will always march to His rule
Fasten on the belt of truth that God dictates we wear
Wear the breastplate of righteousness that we bear
Carry the shield of faith always in God’s name
Strap on the helmet of salvation that we claim
The crafty Enemy desires to rule over God’s creation
Arming ourselves with the Spirit’s sword brings elation
God will triumph through us at our call
Causing the Enemy to tremble afterall
God’s chosen ally will always march at our side
Sending Christ to keep the road open and wide
The Enemy’s darkness will be penetrated by God’s light
Retreating from our Savior, who prevails with His might
God’s awesome kingdom will proudly reign for all eternity
Prevailing in His Spirit and abiding in Truth brings victory
The text references for this poem come from two sources (each is linked): Ephesians 6:10-17 written by Apostle Paul, and the hymn “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” written by Martin Luther.
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A magnificent oak tree stands center in a park
Waiting with quiet majesty in the solitary dark
The blackness of night only adds to the scene
Bringing tranquility and peace, free and clean
Trees with fruit blossoms, in full view even at night
Sending forth a fragrance, invigorating and right
Tiny green leaves are growing out on the tall trees
Waving from a gentle breath of the wind with ease
In the distance, glowing lights enhance a background
Providing a reverent atmosphere without any sound
A bit of shining moonlight fashions extra to see
Moving and playful shadows amongst the trees
Even at night, God’s creation sparkles all new
Painting for each evening, a breathtaking view
The eastern light rises to create the dawn
Crooning birds welcome a newborn fawn
The stillness begins to wake-up from its rest
Leaving its nocturnal beauty, always the best!
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Yes, we have no better friend than you
What we have is special and very true
We possess a dear friend in Jesus, our Savior
He comes down to us, bringing abundant favor
Our Lord descends to earth with His human face
His Son comes to bring salvation from rich grace
Yes, we have no better friend than Christ, the King
He washes white our sinful nature that now stings
God’s son walks ahead of us to the solitary Cross
His journey brings generous hope for all of the lost
He heals the sick and His words speak truth
His family tree goes through David and Ruth
Yes, we have no better friend than Jesus
His wise words reach out to each of us
Today we bow down and take a knee
Our Father offers His grace for free
We all take up our own Cross and follow Christ
His salvation comes from God, filled with might
Yes, we have no better friend than our Lord
His rich blessings will bring all of us on board
As Christians, we most certainly have no better friend than Jesus, our Savior. What inspires you to walk each day with our Lord?
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