Seek freedom and become captive to your desires. Seek discipline and find your liberty.
It is impossible to live in the past, difficult to live in the present, and a waste to live in the future.
American author Frank Herbert (1920-1986) was best known for his science fiction writing. His novel DUNE (1965) and its sequels brought him wide acclaim.
The wheels of life stand never idle, but go always round.
The free thinking of one age is the common sense of the next.
From Psalm 119:1-3: “Happy are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. Happy are those who keep His decrees, who seek Him with their whole heart, who also do no wrong but walk in His ways.”
Happiness comes to those
Pursuing Christ, our Lord
Walking in righteousness
His grace brings us on board
Heart’s treasured devotion
Pursuing Christ, our Lord
Following His teachings
Peace sings harmony’s chords
Soul’s consuming passion
Pursuing Christ, our Lord
Hearing His sacred Word
Faith breathes, fully restored
Future hope lights each day
Pursuing Christ, our Lord
Praying darkness shall fade
Trust grows, mercy’s accord
Empty tomb now proclaims
Pursuing Christ, our Lord
Opening heaven’s gate
Resurrection awards
From Psalm 119:159-160: “Consider how I love Your precepts; be gracious to me according to Your steadfast love. The sum of Your word is truth, and every one of Your righteous ordinances endures forever.”
New day callin’ now
Raisin’ one eyebrow
Shiftin’ sticky clutch
Steps seem out of touch
Life makin’ no sense
Ain’t got fifty cents
Sittin’ on life’s bench
Rain comes, just to drench
Losin’ track of time
Life’s lemons and limes
Prices skyrocket
Jean’s empty pockets
Life’s newest gamble
Fallin’ to shambles
Lookin’ down dark road
Map’s secret, stealth code
Life’s hollow grand slam
Cold toast without jam
Missin’ mornin’ snooze
Just singin’ life’s blues
Dreamin’—yes I am
Life’s final exam
While crafting this poem, thoughts went back to hearing American singer and songwriter Roger Miller performing his classic, award-winning hit song, “King of the Road.” Here is a taste of his unique talent.
None of us want to be in calm waters all our lives.
Time will explain.
Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an acclaimed English novelist. Much of her writings dealt with women’s pursuit of a more favorable social standing as well as economic security.
This poem was previously published in March, 2019. During this time, more of my writing was inspired by Christian themes.
Some equate dealing with this life to running a race
Of course, sometimes we pause and turnabout face
Wise people say, “Persistent and steady wins the race”
Better than hurrying to eat dinner without saying grace
Others encourage with, “Hurry up and build it now”
Oh my! Can’t one stop to relax and take a bow?
Another calls out, “Experience it today works best”
What about using tomorrow—no worries one jests!
All of the above wisdom may be honest and true
But God will wait patiently until we are all through
We are all imperfections in God’s all-seeing eyes
Life will bring new challenges as each year flies
There is always another hill to climb so we can see
The greener grass sometimes turns brown for thee
Life throws “stuff” along our way, not always good
Sometimes we lack courage to go when we should
It is time to finish the big race and succeed
Anything less sells us short of our final deed
All should count their blessings—so many
God fills us up with much joy for all and any
Life’s journey seems like a marathon run
Take it one day at a time, enjoy the fun!
From Psalm 85:10-11: “Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet; righteousness and peace will kiss each other. Faithfulness will spring up from the ground, and righteousness will look down from the sky.”
Love joins together
Blessed from God above
Faithful life journey
Sharing precious love
Love binds forever
Stirred from God above
Grace’s living bread
Feeding sincere love
Love resolves trials
Strength from God above
Hope flows eternal
Walking in His love
Love’s cherished partner
Blooms from God above
Daily life smiles back
Breathing trust in love
Love climbs each mountain
Backed by God above
Humble hands touching
Bonding in His love
Country music entertainer Marty Robbins (1925-1982) was a gifted vocalist and songwriter. In 1970 he wrote and recorded “My Woman, My Woman, My Wife.” His efforts were awarded with a Grammy for Best Country Music Song. This song served as some of the inspiration behind this poem.
Generations marching
Clock’s hands never stand still
Time’s traveler journeys
Years navigate downhill
History’s recorder
Passport to each event
Time’s traveler writing
Every book’s contents
Stories fill with people
Exploits reign paramount
Time’s traveler sees all
His recollections count
Worldly landmarks indexed
Mile after mile recalls
Time’s traveler postcards
Destination now calls
Energy never sleeps
Chronicles each step
Time’s traveler breathing
At library’s doorstep
Galaxy of words
Waiting to be tapped
Crafting from stardust
Pleasantly gift-wrapped
Visionary words
Stirring with brilliance
Enchanting journey
Story’s resilience
Wizardry of words
Taking center stage
Spellbinding verses
Poetry’s new age
Writer’s gifted words
Singing with passion
Finding fresh magic
Vocal compassion
Endless cache of words
Weaving life’s heartbeat
Drafting each new page
Adventure’s front seat
Lighten up life’s load
With joy-filled exercises—
One laugh at a time
No ship divided
Can survive life’s story seas—
Seek calmer waters
Learning from mistakes
Life’s positive stepping-stones—
Adventures in growth
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