Spring has returned. The Earth is like a child that knows poems.
There are no classes in life for beginners; right away you are always asked to deal with what is most difficult.
Rainier Maria Rilke (1875-1926) was a Austrian poet and novelist. He has been widely recognized as a significant writer in the German language.
This informative post will be posted on Saturday along with my usual writing. You are invited to participate with the opening question.
How many two-cent stamps are there in a dozen?
(answer found at the end of this post)
The “Volunteer State” of Tennessee was the 16th state admitted to the American Union on June 1, 1796.
Here are some quick facts about this dynamic state:
One of Tennessee’s most famous citizens was Davy Crockett, the famous frontiersman and Congressman. He was born in 1786, and he was well-known for his exploits at the Battle of the Alamo during the Texan march toward independence from Mexico in 1836.
The most visited national park in the United States has been the Great Smoky Mountains. The park’s name was derived from the smoke-like bluish haze that was often seen above its mountains.
The city of Nashville has been America’s country music epicenter for many years. Since 1925, the Grand Ole Opry has been the longest, continually-running live radio program in the land. A visit to the the historic Ryman Auditorium will create a memorable visit for any country music fan.
12 stamps
You may have multiplied 2 x 12 to get 24. But a dozen stamps is 12 stamps, no matter how much each is stamp is worth.
Creator’s
Transcending love
Each living witness
Handiwork crafted through faith
Forever
Free-flowing
God’s love
Never running dry
Eternal spring, drink deeply
Grace
Hope’s
Future envisions
Through Spirit’s eyes
Walking in Christ’s love
Fulfillment
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Praises to God for my daily cup of faith, which is filled with overflowing 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 April 28)
We have to take the first step as though there were no God. It is no use to wait for God to help us, He will not; but immediately we arise we find He is there.
From Isaiah 60:1: “Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”
Oswald Chambers (1874-1917) was a Scottish evangelist and Christian teacher. Following his death from an illness while in Egypt during World War I, his wife took on the task of transcribing the detailed notes she had written from his lectures and sermons. Gertrude Hobbs Chambers’ efforts resulted in the publication in 1924 of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST. I frequently read from this devotional, and it has greatly deepened my faith and understanding of God’s Word.
Captured segments from the early pages of my journal, provide the energy for this poem. Life’s reflections can come from anywhere, deal with any topic, and occur at any time.
Journal’s reflections speak out
Expressions ready to sprout
True, unconditional love
Hearing praise singing high above
Wise teaching comes from many
Grandparents offer plenty
Life’s happiness embraces
From unexpected places
Art expressed in many ways
Imagination ablaze
Dark, stormy clouds chased away
Rainbow arrives, set to play
Negativity removed
Positivity approved
Passion no longer alive
How will our tomorrow thrive?
Parents watching with delight
Children making day so bright
Finally, returning home
Prized memories always roam
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There are days when we look into life’s mirror and see past reflections. We realize that today needs to write a new chapter.
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 April 27)
Life never gives us what we want at the moment that we consider appropriate.
Unless we remember we cannot understand.
E. M. (Edward Morgan) Forster (1879-1970) was an English writer, who was best known for his novels.
Life’s faithful river
Always flowing free
Spirit awakened
Jesus walks with thee
Light covers darkness
Faithful source of hope
Spirit awakened
Jesus tames each slope
Quiet place welcomes
Prayers nurture peace
Spirit awakened
Jesus holds life’s lease
Resurrection breathes
Eternity’s grace
Spirit awakened
Jesus leaves His trace
Destiny fulfilled
Journey now complete
Spirit awakened
Jesus offers seat
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The Holy Spirit pours out like a gentle river, flowing through life’s wilderness.
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 April 26)
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