Big Sky Buckeye

A writer's journey continues

Just Singin’

Posted on June 4, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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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

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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.

Jane Austen Quotes

Posted on May 26, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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.

Monday Memories: Running in Life’s Marathon

Posted on May 23, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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!

Cherished Partner

Posted on May 15, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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

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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.

Time’s Traveler

Posted on May 14, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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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

Writer’s Magic

Posted on April 30, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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

Encouraging Times (Haiku Series #174)

Posted on April 19, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

Daily Workout

Lighten up life’s load

With joy-filled exercises—

One laugh at a time

Harmony’s Navigation

No ship divided

Can survive life’s story seas—

Seek calmer waters

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Journey’s Maturity

Learning from mistakes

Life’s positive stepping-stones—

Adventures in growth

Monday’s Memories: A Mother’s Light

Posted on April 18, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

[From January, 2020] This poem is written to honor one of my daughters in Montana. She celebrates a birthday this week with her husband and three children. May God continue to fill her home with His blessings.

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A mother’s heart fills the world with light

Born on a winter day, her life takes flight

Her loving and caring mother nurtures each day

Providing a Godly witness, with richness to say

God fills this young girl’s life with amazing gifts

Watching her exciting life mature, never adrift

God prepares a woman to be an attentive mother

Gathering life’s essentials, she is like none other

Christ walks at her side, creating genuine smiles

Feeling His presence, her life goes the extra mile

A young man catches her discerning eye with love

Unifying this couple, under blue skies from above

Their lives moving forward, with a balanced pace

Witnessing marriage and family, God as its base

This mother through it all, feels God waiting nearby

Striding ahead, her Lord’s Word glorifying the “why”

With each generation, a mother shares her light

Inspiring her children, to grow under God’s sight

everything is connected neon light signage

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From Isaiah 60:1: “Arise, shine; for Your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

Life’s Journey (Elfchen Series #96)

Posted on April 15, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

Divine Solution

Life’s

Puzzle pieces

Scattered and missing

Grace recovers through love

Forgiveness

Divine Opportunity

Life’s

Lasting treasures

Waiting in Eternity

Heart focused on God

Transformation

Divine Nutrition

Life’s

Empty void

Spirit reaches within

Nourishing Bread of Life

Empowerment

This series of poems (written in the German-inspired style of Elfchen or Elevenie) shares a total of eleven words in each poem, with a sequence by line of one, two, three, four, and one words.

Melody Beattie Quotes

Posted on April 12, 2022 by bigskybuckeye

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When it’s too difficult to keep swimming, float.

It’s so easy to look around and notice what’s wrong. It takes practice to see what’s right.

Melody Beattie (born 1948) is an American author. From her own life experiences, she has written several self-help books.

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Daily Workout

Harmony’s Navigation

Journey’s Maturity

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Divine Solution

Divine Opportunity

Divine Nutrition

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