Big Sky Buckeye

A writer's journey continues

Rendezvous

Posted on February 16, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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From creation’s headwaters

River’s energy never rests

Hearing mountainous echoes

Ready for nature’s big test

Faithful as morning’s sunrise

River’s journey covers distance

Navigating every mile

Ready to lead with persistence

Nature salutes steady flow

River’s majesty looks ahead

Following distant landmarks

Ready to search for beachhead

Goal set by master’s vision

River’s eyes searching oceans blue

Wrapping up eternal trip

Ready for its rendezvous

Mission now accomplished

River’s destiny all complete

Blessing past, present, and future

Ready with lasting heartbeat

Martin Short Quotes

Posted on February 11, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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The thing you can always rely on, your core person, comes from your family’s attention and love.

No on is any one thing.

Martin Short (born 1950) is an Canadian-American actor, comedian, and writer. He is well-known for his work on “SCTV” (Second City Television) in Canada and “Saturday Night Live” in the U.S.

Dag Hammarskjold Quotes

Posted on February 9, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Never measure the height of a mountain until you have reached the top. Then you will see how long it was.

We are not permitted to choose the frame of our destiny. But what we put into it is ours.

Dag Hammarskjold (1905-1961) was a Swedish economist and diplomat. He served as the second Secretary-General of the United Nations (1953-1961).

Martha Washington Quotes

Posted on February 7, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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We carry the seeds of happiness with us wherever we go.

The greater part of our happiness or misery depends upon our dispositions, and not upon our circumstances.

Martha Washington (1731-1802) was American’s first lady when her husband, George Washington served as the nation’s first President. She proved to be a worthy partner with her husband, as she frequently remained at the front lines during the American Revolutionary War and also managed his affairs at home while he served as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army.

Barbara Johnson Quote

Posted on January 30, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

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Love is what makes two people sit in the middle of a bench when there is plenty of room at both ends.

Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved.

Barbara Johnson (1927-2007) was an American author. Much of her writing reflected a strong Christian faith.

From Today to Tomorrow (Haiku Series #214)

Posted on January 24, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Journey

Today’s smallest steps

Moving toward tomorrow—

Consistency counts

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Intermission

Life needing to pause

Today’s time to self-reflect—

Tomorrow brightens

Rewards

Today sharing grace

Treasure each small victory—

Building tomorrow

Matt Haig Quotes

Posted on January 17, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

The thing that looks the most ordinary might end up being the thing that leads you to victory.

If you aim to be something you are not, you will always fail. Aim to be you.

Matt Haig (born 1975) is an English writer and journalist. Much of his writing focuses on novels with fictional themes for adults as well as children stories.

Listen in Silence

Posted on January 15, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

From Isaiah 41:1: “Listen to Me in silence, O coastlands; let the peoples renew their strength; let them approach, then let them speak; let us together draw near for judgment.”

Daily life racing ahead

Bearing with its constant noise

Searching for journey’s beachhead

Father’s mercy transmits poise

Listen in silence, God speaks

Hearing His comforting voice

Quieting peace, each heart seeks

Father calms, let man rejoice

Heaven breathes, stillness exhales

Shining His light, never fear

Leaving dark, wilderness trails

Father leading, always near

Schedule time, only for God

Drawing near, learning His way

Transforming sinful facade

Father’s blessed Word, let’s pray

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American writer Madeleine L’Engle captures the essence of meaning found in this poem with these words: “Deepest communion with God is beyond words, on the other side of silence.”

Savoring Life

Posted on January 12, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

Facing life’s daily quest

Overflowing with dreams

Facing rapids, hard-pressed

Paddling always, downstream

Merging spirit with change

Searching truth’s answer key

Riding each lonely range

Realizing, life shall be

Saddling up with vigor

Savoring life today

Overcoming rigor

Finding another way

Witnessing life’s next stage

Moving over new ground

Exciting silver age

Traveling now westbound

Navigating with ease

Following sunset’s glow

Catching each friendly breeze

Looking for tomorrow

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Iyanla Vanzant Quotes

Posted on January 12, 2023 by bigskybuckeye

The only way to get what you really want is to let go of what you don’t want.

Your willingness to look at your darkness is what empowers you to change.

Iyanla Vanzant (born 1953) is an American inspirational speaker, author, and television personality.

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