Lonelier than ash On a burned-out campfire. Dreams go back to dust. Bonfires are filled with life and fun. You invite friends to camp out around the fire to laugh, recall memories, and cherish this precious moment. Growing up, I would look forward to the fall for this reason: to have S'mores, listen to music,... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Dancing Fog
An arising fog Dances on the crystal lake. Symphony of youth. Have you ever seen the fog arise on a crisp morning day? How about the way it dances and floats on top of a lake? What beautiful scenery it is. I had a lake where I grew up and went fishing. The early dew... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Glaciers
Unstable Glaciers Crashing into the Oceans. Humans are upset. Did you know that from 1941 to 2004, approximately seven miles of glaciers have melted on this planet? This statistic is based on the National Snow and Ice Data Center, experts on polar and cryospheric research. This fact alone should stir in our hearts the need... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Sunset
Ocean of fire. Set ablaze by the sunset Where beauty has met. Living in Florida, our family can go to the beach whenever we want. The funny thing is, after being here for over 3 years, I think we have visited the beach maybe a dozen times. Despite my infrequency, I still love the scene the... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Blue Moon
Blue moon in winter. Evergreen trees hugged by snow. Wolves howl in the night. When I think of a moon, I always envision a wolf howling. If it's a blue moon, winter comes to my mind. I wanted to paint this picture in my head as I thought about how I could string these words... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Canyon
The canyon below. Carving through nature's delight. An echo of life.
Haiku Poem: Lord of Life
What marvelous love. Jesus gave His life for me. The Lord is my life.
Poem: The Son of God On The Cross
The Son of God on the Cross Broken, battered, and torn Bruised, crushed, and worn For the sins of humankind. The Son of God on the Cross Shouting out, "Forgive them." They don't understand their sin. What unconditional love is this? The Son of God on the Cross Who died for you and me Setting... Continue Reading →
Poem: The Traveler’s Journey To Hope
Traversing through the valley below Evergreen trees are laden with snow. Sunset sparkles off the frosty lake Deer fall asleep while the owl awakes Stars take their turn in the misty sky Blue moon shines the traveler's eye She reaches for pine cones and briar Plants a green tent and starts a fire. The morning... Continue Reading →
Poem: The Charm Of Wintery Nights
My breath turns to fog. My feet crunch in snow. I sit on nature's log As the cold wind blows. There is beauty here In the winter's calm. The moon is so clear As I warm my palms. Gazing the night sky Introspecting life Wondering just why There is pain and strife. But the stars... Continue Reading →