Baseball Greats Quotes

Mickey Mantle (1931-1995)

A team is where a boy can prove his courage on his own.  A gang is where a coward goes to hide.

Willie Mays (born 1931)

What you are thinking, what shape your mind is, is what makes the biggest difference of all.

Mickey Mantle played his entire career of 18 seasons with the New York Yankees.  The “Mick” combined outfielder’s speed with the power of a slugger (over 500 home runs).  In 1956, his hitting exploits earned him the Triple Crown (leading the American League in batting average, home runs, and runs batted in.  He has long been considered one of baseball’s most outstanding switch hitters.

Outfielder Willie Mays played most of his career with the Giants (New York and San Francisco).  During his 22 seasons, he was renowned for his defensive play, timely hitting (over 3,000 career hits), and slugging power (over 600 home runs).  The “Say Hey Kid” is regarded as one of baseball’s greatest all-around players.

From My Journal (5/3)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

As we witness Jesus hanging on Calvary’s Cross, dying in our place—we will never question the depth and truth of God’s love.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated May 3)

From My Journal (5/2)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When life balances out with both sweet and bitter tastes, we know that our lives have found balance.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated May 2)

Matt Haig Quotes

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The only way to learn is to live.

Maybe love is just about finding the person you can be your weird self with.

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.

From My Journal (5/1)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When life’s dark trials attempt to overwhelm us, may we forsake the evil one’s empty promises.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated May 1)

From My Journal (4/30)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Lifting up praise to our Father, who provides us with the necessary journey of faith, so that we shall trust the destiny He has in store for us.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated April 30)

From My Journal (4/29)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

When I was teaching high school and middle school, I encouraged students to focus on their tasks instead of the classroom clock.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated April 29)

Rainier Maria Rilke Quotes

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Spring has returned.  The Earth is like a child that knows poems.

There are no classes in life for beginners; right away you are always asked to deal with what is most difficult.

Rainier Maria Rilke (1875-1926) was a Austrian poet and novelist.  He has been widely recognized as a significant writer in the German language.

From My Journal (4/28)

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From Big Sky Buckeye

Praises to God for my daily cup of faith, which is filled with overflowing hope.

Do you write a daily journal?  This inspiring thought comes from my journal, and much of what is written in my journal comes from reading and commenting on other bloggers’ posts.  Thanks to many of you for adding so much to my journal.

(Updated April 28)

Daily Reflections

Captured segments from the early pages of my journal, provide the energy for this poem.  Life’s reflections can come from anywhere, deal with any topic, and occur at any time.  

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Journal’s reflections speak out

Expressions ready to sprout

 

True, unconditional love

Hearing praise singing high above

 

Wise teaching comes from many

Grandparents offer plenty

 

Life’s happiness embraces

From unexpected places

 

Art expressed in many ways

Imagination ablaze

 

Dark, stormy clouds chased away

Rainbow arrives, set to play

 

Negativity removed

Positivity approved

 

Passion no longer alive

How will our tomorrow thrive?

 

Parents watching with delight

Children making day so bright

 

Finally, returning home

Prized memories always roam

 

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