A man without words is a man without thought.
Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen.
John Steinbeck (1902-1968) was an American writer. As an author of nearly three dozen books, he was recognized for his ability to bring realism into each one with keen perception and imagination. In 1962, he earned the Nobel Prize for Literature.
From Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
Rising up every morning
Forgetting life’s messy side
Praying for much brighter day
God’s grace reverses high tide
Believing in God’s goodness
Guiding life’s vessel shoreward
Conversing with Lord Jesus
Blessed daily steps forward
Spending one more hour with God
Finding tomorrow’s new hope
Feeling seed of faith growing
Life discovers ways to cope
Walking away from dark past
Accepting changes through God
Witnessing grateful mercy
Life no longer feeling flawed
From James 1:17-18: “Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. In fulfillment of His own purpose He gave birth to us by the word of truth, so that we would become a kind of first fruits of His creatures.
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When our faith is anchored in His Rock, God will strengthen our steps forward.
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(Updated June 28)
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The early morning hours share a calmness that brings tranquility to the heart.
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(Updated June 27)
Life is a journey that’s measured not in miles or years but in experiences, and the route our life takes is built not on roads but on songs.
Songwriters write songs, but they really belong to the listener.
Jimmy Buffet (born 1946) is an American singer and songwriter. He has also written three number-one bestsellers.
Sunrise at Walnut Woods Metro Park in central Ohio.
Every day, filling with precious moments
Life’s simple pleasures, love-filling treasures
Never again, take any for granted
Traveling life’s long road, each step measures
Darkened dawn sky, erupting with bright hues
Granddaughter taking first tentative walk
Life sometimes slows down, bringing a replay
Neighborhood sidewalk, hopscotch drawn in chalk
Neil Diamond lyrics, harmony through song
Mother calls, reminding me her love cares
Favorite novel, author’s words smile back
Trio of daughters, sweeter than a pair
Evening sunset, brings awesome pleasures
Tomorrow, witnessing simple treasures
Sunset in Columbus, Ohio.
Originally published April, 2020.
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We are blessed with so much that we sometimes overlook life’s smallest treasures.
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(Updated June 26)
No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.
Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts.
Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer whose novels are generally considered some of the greatest published during the Victorian era.
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Prayer is our ultimate response when facing the impossible. God sees well beyond the impossible to the possible.
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(Updated June 25)
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When we wrap our outlook around positive thoughts, we see tomorrow as a refreshing opportunity.
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(Updated June 24)
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