Darkness of morning
Massive thunderstorm gathers—
Waiting light of peace
Nighttime without joy
Storm’s anger now exhausted—
Brilliant sunrise
Today’s windy breath
Questions about tomorrow—
Navigating hope
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Few things in life are as encouraging as Hope.
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 March 24)
Every day begins with an act of courage and hope; getting out of bed.
Reality is the name we give to our disappointments.
Mason Cooley (1927-2002) was an American professor. As an aphorist, he was known for his witty expressions, which articulated accepted truths about life.
Big Sky Buckeye has been growing since its inception back in October, 2018. My enthusiasm for writing continues to fulfill the frequency of its posts.
Lately, I’ve been falling behind in keeping up with readers’ comments shared on my posts. In addition, I want to devote more time for reading and commenting on other bloggers’ sites. This interaction with readers and writers is essential for my own personal journey.
I have decided to make changes in the frequency of my daily posts. Instead of posting each day, Big Sky Buckeye will feature posts on alternating days of each week.
This week’s posts will be published on Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The following week’s posts will be published on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This alternating bi-weekly schedule will continue in the coming weeks.
I appreciate each of you so very much. God’s peace be with you all.
From 1 John 4:9-10: “God’s love was revealed among us in this way: God sent His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins.”
Lost in darkest wilderness
Uncertain where to turn
Truth’s light marked with God’s love
Finding hope’s blessed return
Sky above filling with light
Destiny of Christ’s gift
Assurance of God’s love
Trusting, no longer adrift
Every breath of Spirit’s grace
Heaven’s light to behold
Radiance of God’s love
Removing sinner’s blindfold
Together at Calvary
Who can be against man?
Forgiveness through God’s love
Knowing from where light began
Every heart redirected
Strengthened from faithful light
Steadfast stream of God’s love
Redeeming on mercy’s flight
From Romans 5:3-5: “And not only that, but we also boast in our afflictions, knowing that affliction produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us.”
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Christian faith is nurtured with the infinite love of God.
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 March 22)
No less a person than God is needed to assure us of God’s love.
From 1 John 4:9-10: “God’s love was revealed among us in this way: God sent His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins.”
Richard Sibbes (1577-1635) was an Anglican theologian and a Calvanist.
This informative post will be published on Saturday in place of my regular one. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
You leave home, take three left turns, and return home. Who are the two masked men waiting for you? (Hint: America’s pastime)
(answer found at the end of this post)
The insect world is filled with unusual creatures, but one category of them includes a carnivorous selection of silent hunters, who are almost stealth-like in their tactics. These insects are sometimes called assassin bugs.
Here are a few interesting facts about assassin bugs:
Assassin bugs use a hunting strategy that is based upon ambush tactics. They hunt a wide variety of prey, ranging from the smallest aphids to caterpillars.
These bugs blend in with the surrounding environment as they patiently wait for their next victim. These ingenious hunters possess piercing-sucking mouth parts. A needle-like stylet is their weapon of choice.
Assassin bugs live in a variety of environments, ranging from deserts to rain forests to woodlands to urban gardens. They are sometimes discovered by humans on plants, under rocks, among leaves, on tree trunks, and hidden in ground cover. Their camouflage colors of browns and greens provide unsuspecting cover. Other bugs feature vibrant reds and blacks, which alert predators to their toxicity.
Their strong raptorial fore legs allow for grasping and holding prey firmly. The stylet injects a cocktail of poisonous venom to paralyze the victim. Additional enzymes liquefy the prey’s internal tissues. The assassin bug proceeds to suck up the victim’s insides for nourishment–leaving only an empty husk.
Assassin bugs are relatively harmless to humans. Discomfort from a bite usually lessens in a few hours or days. Their main predators include birds, spiders, lizards, and even some small mammals.
There are over 7,000 species worldwide. The photo gallery features a small collection of assassin bugs found in the United States.
The umpire and the catcher (from the game of baseball).
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The landscape around us offers boundless opportunities and experiences to embrace.
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 March 21)
The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. But the great teacher inspires.
Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.
William Arthur Ward (1921-1994) was an American motivational writer.
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