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Reluctant to Share

December 18, 2023 I’ve found myself writing my usual fare,But reluctant to post what I’ve written. Why share?I don’t know the reason for holding back words.I guess I still wonder, “Has anyone heard?” I’ve shared from my heart, written hundreds … Continue reading

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Christmas 2023

December 15, 2023 We pray you have a blessed Christmas

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Angel’s Wings

November 30, 2023 What a joy to have my poem, Angel’s Wings, in the December issue of Starlight Magazine, a Christian magazine for children ages 5-10. StarLight considers it a pleasure and privilege to share their joy for shining God’s … Continue reading

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Through the Pain

November 30, 2023 My wife knows pain she’s persevered.I’ve tried to help but failed, I fear.So many doctors, meds, and drives,They too have failed to help her thrive. I guess some people must endure.Some ailments still don’t have a cure.How … Continue reading

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Shared Memories

November 28, 2023 Perhaps it’s more than deep in thought,More prone to pensive than I ought,It seems that at this time of yearOld memories draw close and near. My friends of old from days now pastLeft images that linger, last.I … Continue reading

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Compassion

November 28, 2023 A word, a smile, a warm embraceA gentle touch upon the faceConveys a warm and loving heart.The feeling lasts, won’t soon depart. Compassion comes from deep inside,That place where peace and joy abide.And when it’s shared then … Continue reading

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A Time to Share

November 26. 2023 Perhaps you will gather with family and friends,Or perhaps at a table of strangers this year.No matter your state or the place you are in,I pray you are grateful for what you hold dear. It’s not about … Continue reading

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Thankful Pause

November 23. 2023 Halloween decorations will fade from the lawns,Soon bright colored lights will be burning ’til dawn.But tucked in between don’t forget or ignoreA day of Thanksgiving recalling once more The bountiful blessings poured down from above.It’s a time … Continue reading

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Blessed to Give

November 19, 2023 I pray that you’ve been truly blessedWith gifts to give and love to share,Nights filled with peace, good sleep, and rest,Lay at God’s feet your every care. The love that flows from God’s profound,The source of joy, … Continue reading

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Fulfilling Dreams

November 13. 2023 Hard work and persistence will always precedeThe sweet satisfaction, fulfillment of dreams.Overcoming the hardships takes will to succeed,The roadblocks and setbacks are many it seems. Listen to others, the critical word.Don’t be discouraged it’s how we must … Continue reading

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