Monthly Archives: August 2022

Life is a Gift

August 17, 2022 Life is a gift, it’s not something to waste,Yet not to be opened with hurry and haste.No matter the paper, the wrapping, the cost,It’s what’s on the inside that must not be lost. No matter the color, … Continue reading

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Trust Truth

August 16, 2022 The world may seem a frightful place,But what have I to fear or dread?I have a friend who’s full of grace.I choose to trust in Him instead. He’s always there to lift me up.He comforts me when … Continue reading

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For My Wife

August 15, 2022 I pray that healing peace be foundI pray her health would turn aroundI pray the grip of pain would leaveRestore her joy, no longer grieve Lord heal her body, soul, and mindMay all her troubles stay behindLord … Continue reading

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A Birthday Gift

August 12, 2022 The ripe old age of seven five,I’m grateful still to be alive.It seems that with each passing year,I cherish days and hold them dear. When I was asked to leave, retire,I found new ways I could inspire,Wrote … Continue reading

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Our Faith

I much prefer days blue, not brown.Sometimes when days just wear me down,My smile seems painted like a clown.Lord lift me up, Your plan reveal. When news of heartache, toil, and strifeBecomes a major part of life,When healthy days evade … Continue reading

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Lift Us Up

August 9, 2022 Lord lift us up on eagles’ wings,Discover joy that we may sing.Lord give us breath, may we expressWith words that others may be blessed. Your love’s beyond this earthly sphere.One day we’ll see, the fog will clear.We’ll … Continue reading

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Morning Dew

August 8, 2022 The year I turned seventy I learned that rhymeIs a pass time I love, good investment of time.It helps me to capture the thoughts that pass through.Sometimes they linger and settle like dew. I ponder each morning, … Continue reading

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Words Bloom

August 6, 2022 To contemplate a brand-new book,To see the concept bake and cook,When just a bud, not yet a rose,Its beauty forms, takes shape, and grows. It’s hard to know just how or whenThe seed was planted deep within.When … Continue reading

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Stories That Linger

August 4, 2022 You may know I love words that are metered and rhymed,Even better a story with wisdom entwined,A story well written that touches the soul,A story that lingers long after it’s told. Some stories for children read after … Continue reading

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Your Love

August 2, 2022 Your grace is sufficient, Your love is so true.Life’s troubles come frequently, You get me through.You bring me light, I can more than endure.You lift me up with Your love that is pure. Lord thank You for … Continue reading

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