Mary Ann Shadd Cary Quotes

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We should do more and talk less.

It is better to wear out than to rust out.

Mary Ann Shadd Cary (1823-1893) was an American-Canadian anti-slavery activist, journalist, publisher, teacher, and lawyer.  Her life journey included many accomplishments:  the first African-American female publisher in North America, and the first female publisher in Canada.  Her first quote was published by abolitionist Frederick Douglass’ newspaper in 1848 when he solicited suggestions on how to improve life for all African-Americans.

Puzzle Incomplete

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From Romans 5:5:  “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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Trust’s missing pieces

Empty vision’s space

Puzzle incomplete

Father’s grace, replace

 

Fear’s lack of patience

Filled with anxious space

Puzzle defective

Father’s grace, backspace

 

Shame’s torn-up pages

Tattered, sinful space

Puzzle uncertain

Father’s grace, erase

 

Hope’s shattered darkness

Doubts drain daily space

Puzzle fragmented

Father’s grace, embrace

 

Faith’s empty focus

Lost in prideful space

Puzzle imperfect

Father’s grace, retrace

 

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From Romans 8:27:  “And God, who searches hearts, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.”

From My Journal (10/25)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we encounter life’s puzzle with all of its mismatched pieces, only the Word of the Lord can help us to faithfully sort them all out . . . one hopeful piece at a time.

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 October 25)

John Barth Quote

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The Bible is not man’s word about God, but God’s Word about man.

From Genesis 1:1-4:  “When God began to create the heavens and the earth, the earth was complete chaos, and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a wind from God swept over the face of the waters.  Then God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.  And God saw that the light was good, and God separated the light from the darkness.”

John Barth (born 1930) is an American writer who is best known for his works of fiction.

Serenity’s Rendezvous (Haiku Series #250)

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Poetic Harmony

Night’s cloud covering

Gentle rain tapping window—

Tranquility sings

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First Light

Early morning hour

Glimmer of pre-dawn’s sunrise—

Blissful moments breathe

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Playful Rain

Clouds bursting open

Umbrella catches each drop—

Splashing through puddles

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From My Journal (10/24)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When we step back and enjoy some of life’s playful moments, our creativity will find a new path to explore.

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 October 24)

Leo Tolstoy Quote

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Respect was invented to cover the empty place where love should be.

If you look for perfection, you’ll never be content.

Leo (Count Lev Nikolayevich) Tolstoy (1828-1910) was a Russian writer.  Many consider him to be one the world’s greatest authors of all-time.

Monday Memories: Witnessing a Foretaste

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Looking outside from the kitchen table offers a view each morning of how our Lord presents each day as a precious gift.  Here is a mini sonnet which witnesses a foretaste of the feast to come.

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Viewing the early morning

Welcoming each libation

Peering from kitchen’s window

Witnessing God’s creation

 

Growing greener, grass below

Blooming, flowers spelling love

Witnessing creative hands

Working each day from above

 

Taking in this peaceful scene

Witnessing each day’s foretaste

Blessing each feast, more to come

Tasting moments, without haste

 

Witnessing God’s daily Grace

Making life a happy place

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From Lutheran Communion liturgy, Christ’s people sing:  “Grace our table with Your presence, and give us a foretaste of the Feast to come.”  

Originally published May, 2020.

From My Journal (10/23)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Even in our meager, finite life, we can experience delight through the infinite images, made from our Creator’s hand.

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 October 23)

Charles Swindoll Quote

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The difference between something good and something great is attention to detail.  Let’s make a long-term commitment to quality control.  Let’s move out of the thick ranks of the mediocre and join the thin ranks of excellence.

From Ecclesiastes 3:22:  “So I saw that there is nothing better than that all should enjoy their work, for that is their lot; who can bring them to see what will be after them?”