Encouraging Heavens

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Vastness of oceans deep

Swimming with endless wonders

Encouraging what world should keep

Heavens answer with thunder

 

Vastness of universe

Swimming with infinite stars

Encouraging nature’s free verse

Heavens address from afar

 

Vastness of instinct flows

Swimming to every shoreline

Encouraging children, let’s grow

Heavens praise learning’s outline

 

Vastness of human mind

Swimming toward tomorrow

Encouraging love, always kind

Heavens remove all sorrow

 

Vastness of creation

Swimming with unending light

Encouraging every nation

Heavens transform man’s foresight

 

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Writing poetry allows the creator to take a theme and journey into the depth of its wonders.

From My Journal (2/20)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Sometimes life encourages us to modify our perspective.  Yesterday may not always work for 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 February 20)

Emma Goldman Quotes

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No one has yet fully realized the wealth of sympathy, kindness, and generosity hidden in the soul of the child.

The most vital right is the right to love and be loved.

Emma Goldman (1869-1940) was a Lithuanian-born writer and political activist.  

Unwavering Peace

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From Psalm 13:5-6:  “But I trusted in Your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.  I will sing to the Lord because He has dealt bountifully with me.”

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Tomorrow’s uncertainty

Darkness surrounds thee

Asking, where to turn?

Confidence, ready to flee

 

Focused on Bethlehem’s star

God invites our trust

Savior’s love fills heart

Assurance grows, steps adjust

 

Unwavering peace stirs hope

No longer afraid

Spirit lifting faith

Comfort found in joy’s upgrade

 

Rejoice in life’s salvation

Christ’s redeeming love

Heavenly praise sings

Unafraid, fed from above

 

God’s righteousness shares vision

Blessing faith’s new lease

Seeds sown with mercy

Confidence blooms, lasting peace

 

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From the words of Canadian writer and Christian blogger, Ann Voskamp:  “There is an unwavering peace today when an uncertain tomorrow is trusted to an unchanging God.

From My Journal (2/19)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

The Father’s grace is real, and it offers our Savior’s light to replace worry with faithful peace.

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 February 19)

Charles Stanley Quote

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Most of us would rather not wait or struggle to understand the Lord’s will.  But that’s how we grow in our relationship with Him.

From Psalm 27:14:  “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”

Charles Stanley (1932-2023) was an American pastor and Christian writer.  He was dedicated to leading a teaching ministry.

Postcard’s Keepsakes (Haiku Series #316)

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Tranquility Shared

Glorious morning

Creator’s comfort surrounds—

Amongst blue heavens

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Lofty Heights

Giants reach skyward

Creator’s breath welcomes rest—

Capturing stillness

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Evening Twilight

Night’s invitation

Creator’s landscape finds peace—

Slumbering sunset

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From My Journal (2/18)

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When one reaches certain plateaus in life’s journey, it’s a blessing to embrace each moment for as long as necessary.

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 February 18)

Monday Memories: Incessant

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This poem takes a different route from much of my usual poetry.  It begins with the word “incessant” and carries this meaning throughout the poem with various synonyms.  Using free verse, the number of syllables remains consistent with seven in the odd-numbered lines and ten in the even-numbered ones.  Thanks for reading and enjoy!

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Early in the morning’s peace

Welcoming the incessant quietness

 

Predawn light creates shadows

Enjoying their unending playfulness

 

Cool, crisp air signals autumn

Witnessing the season’s ceaseless nature

 

Solitary doe walks nearby

Looking for tender grass, endless craving

 

Neighbor walking her collie

Moving with an uninterrupted pace

 

Front porch provides morning roost

Dreaming now of countless, unbroken thoughts

 

Past memories parade on by

Watching an ongoing video show

 

Former students fill the room

Flourishing with unflagging attention

 

Grandchildren always gather

Hearing constant laughter, bringing a smile

 

North wind gusts with icy chill

Feeling winter biting with nonstop bliss

 

Frigid cold invades the porch

Warming now, by persistent fireplace flames

 

Life has been kind, a blessing

Spending everlasting time with our Lord

 

From the front porch, one can sit and watch the entire day unfold.

Originally published September, 2020.