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Tag Archives: Poetry
In His Presence
May 26, 2021 To pray is not merely reciting some words,Repeating the phrases that often I’ve heard. A prayer can be deep exhalation of soul,A deep revelation that words can’t extoll. Sometimes it’s just groaning, no words can be found,Sometimes … Continue reading
Golden Years
May 25, 2021 For fifty-three years we’ve been husband and wife.We’ve grown old together we’ve had a good life. I pray there are many more days that we share.Our love is still strong, and we know love and care. We’ve … Continue reading
Seek Wisdom
May 24, 2021 Lord sprinkle my heart with some kindness today.May it season my speech and the words that I say. Lord help me with words that will help spread Your light,And offer encouragement, say what is right. Lord help … Continue reading
Sometimes Low
May 23, 2021 Should I share from my heart on the days when I’m down?Perhaps I should wait until joy comes around. Is it better to hide it or let others know?It’s not a big secret that sometimes I’m low. … Continue reading
Inside the Storms
May 22, 2021 Another dawn of rain and haze,A stormy life so many days. I pray I’ll soon emerge from night.I long to see the sun, the light. But You are with me through it all,In days when life has … Continue reading
Crazy Schedules
May 21, 2021 There are weeks when our schedules are crazyWhen our lives like the skies can get hazy. We’re pulled in so many directionsThe time slips away for reflections. I can tell when my life’s interrupted,My quiet time’s squeezed … Continue reading
Daily Reflections
(from Psalm 90:12-17. I pray it’s your prayer too.) Lord help me to value each day of the year.Gain wisdom and insight, know each day is dear. Lord help me to find You each morning I pray.Help me to know … Continue reading
Soul Sounds
May 17, 2021 My mind like a rabbit’s all over the place.In quiet reflection my soul sets the pace. I prefer to start slowly, ease into my day.Those mornings are special that start in that way. Just sipping my coffee … Continue reading
Heartbeat
May 16, 2021 You place your hand upon your chest.You feel each beat, between each rest. The rhythm of a rhyme can match,Align the words, each beat to catch. Perhaps that’s why the heart’s attunedTo melodies of songs we croon. … Continue reading
Pleasant Distraction
May 15, 2021 When young I had answers. I studied and learned.I eagerly shared what I’d read and discerned. Though the days turned to years and my hair turned to gray,My mind is still active, I read, and I pray. … Continue reading