God in my life

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Friday, January 1, 2010

Wal.mart Can Collection Machines

I just went in to put my cans in the machine. The smell of beer was in the air, The floor was sticky with soda. I waited in line for my turn. A man turned to me and said,"It is full" "I will tell them you are waiting here." I waited a long time A man with half a face came in. He looked so sad He had... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Changes

Changes I know it never meant a thing When you were growing up We didn't celebrate Christmas We never had much fun. Old memories kept us bound, Our life was focused On a different way of life. It was very good In many ways, But we left some things behind. I'm sorry you didn't see A joyful family.... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Jars of Clay - Valley song

Valley Song Lyrics You have led me to the sadness I have carried this pain On a back bruised, nearly broken I'm crying out to you Chorus I will sing of Your mercy That leads me through valleys of sorrow To rivers of joy When death like a Gypsy Comes to steal what I love I will still look to the... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Magic or Miracles?

Magic or Miracles I do not live In the world of magic I live in the world Of miracles. They may seem similar These two worlds... In both worlds Amazing things happen The world of magic Can be fantasy Or can be real In fantasy - it is make believe A place where children go Innocent and harmless. But... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, November 30, 2009

The Big Old Oak

This one is by my husband. The Big Old Oak It was always there, but for me it went unnoticed. How massive its' branches... Going up and out, Yet still so strong and stout In the summer it was a refuge for the children, Playing in the shade of it's big tent-like umbrella Then its' leaves began to... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, November 23, 2009

In God's Hands

In God's Hands I feel better finally After 2 days. Talking with my sister helped She is special. Now it's all in God's hands Where it really should be I really need to trust Him And not worry. I cannot change anyone Not even myself. But I can love And pray Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, November 22, 2009

My prayer for you

I never really knew What thoughts were inside of you. Not that I never tried to find out - But it's just that you never told me. Today you opened up... And tried to explain the thoughts You have. You said you don't believe And never have. You don't even believe we are here - It's all an imaginary... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

Must see video - Validation Smile

This is a "must see" video! Not a poem, but I wanted to put it in a separate post. Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Perfume in the Morning

Greg sent me this poem in the morning VIA text messaging. Perfume in the morning? Spices in a homemade dish Are some of the little extras That make a joyful lace For the dress we live Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

The Wedding

The wedding is over. The festivities were great The guests were lovely Great food Much love Seeing people I haven't seen for years... Many tears Many smiles Beautiful eyes Much joy Happy faces Beautiful clothes Simple, Grand and lovely Now we all rest And enjoy the changes In our lives Sign in to see full entry.

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