Himalayan salt. Mined deep within the Earth's crust. Sprinkled on my food. Did you know Himalayan salt comes from a thick geological layer called Ediacaran? Geologists date this layer to be around 94 million years old. Whenever you sprinkle this salt to enhance the flavor of your food, just remember these crystals are capsules of... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Free Spirited Joy
Horses galloping Through Kentucky bluegrass hills. Free Spirited joy. I lived in Kentucky for 4 years. Whenever I would travel from Louisville to Frankfort, I would be enraptured by the rolling bluegrass hills and the horse farms. With my windows down and the fresh air blowing in my face, I felt so free-spirited. Like a... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Emotional Geyser
Emotions bubble Like a hot geyser before It bursts in the air. Daily circumstances can test our emotions. It's vital that we do not give in to the temptation of anger and rage. Otherwise, regret and remorse will surely come next. When you feel angry or upset, ask God to help you calm down. James... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Joyful Fall
Yellow, orange, red, brown. All the leaves fall to the ground. Yay! Bonfire season. Every Fall, I would help plan a bonfire party for our college ministry in Indiana. We had a great couple who would host us at their house in the middle of the country. They had huge trees in their backyard, which... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: The Prodigal Son
The Prodigal Son is a great story about forgiveness and redemption. It teaches us the unconditional love our Heavenly Father has towards people. When we sin and break God's commands, our conscience lies to us and says we are not good enough. However, if we admit our guilt and seek forgiveness, our heavenly father is... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: The Slithering Snake
Slithering snake sneaks Behind the white joyful mouse. Hawk snatches the snake. A surprise twist at the end. The mouse is rescued by the hawk. Unfortunately, nature is cruel and the snake was eaten by the hawk. I don't rejoice in this conflict because all the creatures need to eat in order to survive, and... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Winter Campfire
Snowfall in the night. Campfire thaws my frozen face While breathing in pine. Have you ever been around a campfire when it's snowing? You should try it someday! You can feel the cold snowflakes melt on your head while the fire warms your face. It's a soothing sensation. One of my favorite smells come from... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Life Under The Microscope
Cellular life found Under the microscopes eyes. Answering the why. Do you know how many cells are in the human body? Approximately 37.2 trillion. This number is too large to comprehend. The world through the microscope is even more intricate than the visible realm. The foundation for all our questions can be found from the... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Smell Of Spring
Scents sailing in spring. Primrose and tulips divine. Creation breathes in. Spring reminds us of a fresh new start. The wonderful smell of the flowers encourages us to find hope in the new season. The phrase, "Relax and smell the flowers," is so true. When creation breathes in, it brings peace and tranquility to the... Continue Reading →
Haiku Poem: Waiting For Change
Sitting in my car. Waiting at the traffic light. Ready for the green. We spend so many hours a year waiting for the next moment. For example, we wait for our birthday, graduation, job promotion, and of course, at stoplights. Since waiting is part of life, it would do you good to practice patience. Be... Continue Reading →