Monday Memories: Pursuing Wisdom

From the words of Latin priest and theologian Jerome of Stridon:  “Love Holy Scripture, and wisdom will love you.  Love her, and she will keep you.  Honor her, and she will keep you.”

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Pursuing wisdom over a lifetime

Gathering, enriching a single life

Applying to everyday challenges

Loving Scripture, supplanting darkest strife

 

Seeking wisdom with a hunger for more

Searching in the truthful and proper place

Persevering with consistency now

Tasting God’s Holy Word and loving grace

 

Sustaining the tree of life, holding fast

Following a righteous path, leads to peace

Finding God’s wisdom, life’s only true wealth

Blessing His wisdom, sustains life’s new lease

 

Trusting these blessed fruits of God’s wisdom

Turning evil away, aligned with Him

Refreshing mind and body, healing flesh

Respecting God’s Word, singing a new hymn

 

Treating our neighbors better than ourselves

Trusting, loving, supporting each other

Walking together with God, hand in hand

Partnering with each sister and brother 

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From Proverbs 3:13:  “Happy are those who find wisdom, and those who get understanding,”

Originally published June, 2020.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Quote

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.

From 2 Samuel 22:29:  “Indeed, You are my lamp, O Lord; the Lord lightens my darkness.”

Monday Memories: Quintet of Brothers

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College basketball star and high school majorette

Growing up under Montana’s brilliant Big Sky

Destined to raise this band of brothers as their sons

Rearing five boys, better than any Fourth of July

 

Household of boys born over a span of twelve years

Perhaps their father dreams of a basketball team

While their mother nurtures with love and care

Quintet of brothers’ thoughts filling with biggest dreams

 

Brothers grow up, facing life’s many challenges

Inspired by a father with amazing courage

Battling back from near-fatal car crash in his youth

His steadfast work ethic always encourages

 

These driven brothers discover their niche at school

Excelling with their academics in the classroom

Competition fuels a welcome outlet through sports

Lives mature too quickly, future destinies zoom

 

This family story would never be complete

The boys’ mother remembers God’s lovely bouquet

These five brothers always cherish their one sister

Believe it or not, she’s born on Valentine’s Day

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This poem gives you a quick glimpse into my childhood family.  Growing up under Montana’s Big Sky was a blessing for my brothers and sister.  The memories will last a lifetime.

Originally published July, 2020.

Bronnie Ware Quotes

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There is always a gift in any challenge.

The only true thing that brings out the best in anyone is love.

Bronnie Ware (born 1957) is an Australian author and songwriter.

Mia Hamm Quotes

U.S. Womens Soccer, 2004 Olympic gold medalists. Mia Hamm is the second player from the left on the bottom row. (Courtesy of Pinterest)

The team, not the individual, is the ultimate champion.

Celebrate what you’ve accomplished, but raise the bar a little higher each time you succeed.

Mia Hamm (born 1972) is an American professional soccer player.  She played on teams who captured two Olympic gold medals as well as two World Cup championships.  She was a member of the U.S. national team from 1987 to 2004.

Elaine Welteroth Quotes

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There is power in speaking dreams into existence.

When the world tells you to shrink . . . expand.

Elaine Welteroth (born 1986) is an American journalist and author.

Chuck Norris Quotes

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There is no finish line.  When you reach a goal, find a new one.

A lot of times people look at the negative side of what they feel they can’t do.  I always look on the positive side of what I can do.

Chuck Norris (born 1940) is an American actor and martial artist.  After serving in the United States Air Force, he won numerous championships in martial arts competitions.  Later, he becomes a highly successful actor in film and television.

John Updike Quotes

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I want to write books that unlock the traffic jam in everybody’s head.

Writers may be disreputable, incorrigible, early to decay or late to bloom, but they dare to go it alone.

John Updike (1932-2009) was an American novelist, poet, and short story writer.  In his generation, he was considered by many to be one of America’s most gifted writers of fiction.

Marcus Luttrell Quotes

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Nothing just happens.  You always have to strive.

Always look forward, never back.

Marcus Luttrell (born 1975) is a retired United States Navy Seal.  In June, 2005, he was awarded the Navy Cross and Purple Heart for heroic actions in Afghanistan.

Winter’s Personality (Haiku Series #267)

Roadway’s Peril

Morning’s mistiness

Covered with heavy blanket—

Foggy, icy drive

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Second Guessing

Raindrops turn to snow

Moment of indecision—

Needing umbrella?

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Anticipated Discovery

Hidden beneath snow

Nature’s promised arrival—

Each tender treasure

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