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End Times

As the gold leaves on the ginkgo fall, Upon the cold autumn earth. I think how the winter winds Sound, as they whip as if in mirth. Winter is upon us, cold lies ahead. Can we bear the storms of aging? I can't help but those dread. Sometimes I feel like raging. Dear Lord Jesus, give me strength, To face and handle each day given. Help me be the kind of person, That will be delighted in heaven. Not just for the reward of gold streets Nor of the river that flows And, oh! that tree of life Food for the body and soul For the reward of meeting Jesus And see those Christians gone before. The awesome sound of the heavenly choir As they sing original lines, set to a new score. Oh!! To have love in my heart A kind of love I have never known before. To feel a part of a group of people, Whose love does not keep score.
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Scott Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 4:47 AM
Hey Sara - congrats on making the 100 best poems (even though I never knew it existed - I am still impressed ;)). That aside I just love your poem x Aging can be cruel - I see that with my Dad - but I don't want to be fearful of that journey, I just want to appreciate life, love, friendship and health while they all endure. I have to fave this - it really speaks to my heart right now: "To feel a part of a group of people, Whose love does not keep score." Amen and amen. Lots of grace & love! Sx
Kendrick Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 5:27 AM
Sam, I did fairly well in the aging process until I had COVID 2 1/2 years ago. That left me with some problems. I had the vaccinations but was at the end of their being strong enough to protect me and could not get another one at that time. That illness threw me for a loop. If you take care of yourself, aging doesn't have to be too bad. Thanks for dropping by. Sara K
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January 24, 2024 at 4:07 AM
Congratulations on being on the 100 best new poems list. Thank you, likewise on a nod my way. A fave for me! O how I yearn likewise to be with my people and especially my Lord! God bless you, dear one!
Kendrick Avatar
January 24, 2024 at 5:24 AM
Good to know that someday we will see each other in a place that will be indescribable. Thanks for the congrats. Sara K
Goldsmith Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 9:26 AM
Congratulations on being on the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup. A very beautiful write. Love It. Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
Kendrick Avatar
December 29, 2023 at 1:18 PM
Thank you, Paula, for letting me know it is there. I appreciate you dropping by with congratulations, and I am glad that you love it. Sara K
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November 30, 2023 at 4:28 PM
Sweet, Sara. Forgive the seemingly, curt response, for that's the measure of my eloquence--not my sisters. Wow, my compliments for the POTD win on your blessed piece. Aloha, William
Kendrick Avatar
December 1, 2023 at 3:19 AM
Why, thank you, William. I appreciate your visit with congratulations on POTD. Sara K
Ray Choudhury Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:37 PM
Dear Sara, congratulations on receiving honour of POTD. Your poem is so beautiful - expressing kindness, compassion, and faith. Love and best wishes ~
Kendrick Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 3:59 AM
I need those best wishes, Malabika. Thank you for dropping by with congratulations. Sara K
Nicole Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 5:59 PM
Dear Sara, you are so kind, caring and compassionate. God is watching over you. He will give you the strength you need, my dear friend. This is beautiful, tender and spiritual, all at the same time. Many wonderful blessings to you. Congratulations, on Poem of the Day. Hugs, Brandy
Kendrick Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 3:58 AM
Brandy, I know He will give me the strength be sometimes I don't know how He will be able to do it because of circumstances. Thanks for the nice review and encouragement. Sara K
Rodrigues Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 5:52 PM
Putting first things first then glory upon glory! Congratulations on POTD!
Kendrick Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 3:57 AM
Thanks for the visit with congratulations, Kim. God puts us first so we should do the same. Sara K
Poet Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 5:19 PM
Sara, congratulations on winning the award for poem of the day! Your poetry is truly beautiful.
Kendrick Avatar
November 28, 2023 at 3:56 AM
I appreciate the visit with congratulations, Lasaad. Your visit is uplifting. Sara K
Elliott Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:04 PM
Absolutely beauteous Christian poem, Sara. Hearty Congratulations on such a worthy POTD.
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:53 PM
Why, thank you, Regina. I appreciate the visit to say congratulations on the POTD. Sara K
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November 27, 2023 at 10:19 AM
Congratulations on receiving the award for poem of the day Sara, truly beautiful poetry… Belle
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 12:40 PM
Thank you, Belle. I appreciate the visit. Sara K
Kaufman Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 9:00 AM
Dear Sara, Where do you hail from with ginkgo leaves? It sounds lovely. A hearty congratulations on achieving POTD on this testimony to your faith. God Bless you and enjoy your honor.
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 10:07 AM
Nancy, Here in the south we have planed a few Ginkgo trees that happen to be from Asia. A lady here started growing them and selling them out of her yard, and after I had seen a few after they got a little size on them, I loved the wonderful yellow leaves of fall so I got one. Thanks for dropping by my page with congrats on my POTD. Sara K
Roper Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:53 AM
Congratulations on POTD, Sara .
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 10:04 AM
Why, thank you, Eve. I appreciate the visit. Sara K
Turner Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:35 AM
Congratulations Sara on POTD honors. Enduring faith will reap everlasting love in due time. Your faith shines brightly in this one:) Take care sweet lady and be well:)
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:41 AM
Daniel, the smiles are special as are the uplifting lines. Thank you for dropping by my page. Sara K
Goldsmith Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 7:40 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. Your "End Times" is a very beautiful write. Love It. FAV...  Have a blessed day/week writing away..................
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:40 AM
I am delighted that you would honor my work by faving it, Paula. I need all the blessings I can get. Sara K
Baker Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:40 AM
A FAV for my list, Sara, and a lovely description of what's to come. I enjoyed reading your poem on the beauty and joy of heaven. Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on your POTD, my friend. Enjoy your special day of recognition. A poet friend in Texas, Bill
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:39 AM
Thank you, my poet friend, Bill. Oh!! The joy of heaven. I am honored that you would fav it. When the trumpet of the Lord shall sound, and time shall be no more. Sara K
Fowler Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:33 AM
Fascinating dear Sara. Our faith will support us as we age. I love "...the storms of aging..." Congratulations on the honor of your POTD! :)
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 8:37 AM
Yes, without our faith, we would be nothing, Linda. Thank you for the kind review. Sara K
Pandit Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 5:01 AM
Back with BIG congrats on POTD, Sara. Enjoy your special day today.
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:04 AM
Thanks for re-visiting. Sara K
May Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 4:36 AM
A beautiful feeling of seeing loved ones again, as angelic choirs sing, Congrats on POTD Sara
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:21 AM
Yes, Joseph, for some that day\days will be filled with rejoicing. Sara K
Messina Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 4:16 AM
A lovely write dear, Sara. Congratulations on POTD!
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:21 AM
Why, thank you, Charles. I appreciate the visit. Sara K
Buhagiar Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 3:58 AM
Congratulate you on POTD with your wonderful poem!
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:22 AM
Your visits always add a special touch, Victor. Thanks, Sara K
Kitchin Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 3:41 AM
Sara, back to congratulate you on POTD with your wonderful poem!
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:24 AM
Awesome, Tania, that you say it is wonderful. Thanks, Sara K
Williams Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 3:34 AM
'Oh!! To have love in my heart A kind of love I have never known before. To feel a part of a group of people, Whose love does not keep score'. How beautiful, Sara. Congratulations on your POTD...Hugs
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:31 AM
Thank you for repeating those lines, Maria, I now know that they are special to you, Sara K
M  Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:52 AM
Hi Heidi….this is such a beautiful poem straight from your heart. Congratulations on POTD! Enjoy….Debx
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:30 AM
Thank you, Deb. I hope I can enjoy the day. Sara K
Andresen Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:48 AM
- A beautiful poem, Sara :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:29 AM
Love the smiles and hugs, Anne-Lise. Thanks for dropping by. Sara K
One Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 2:27 AM
Back with congrats.. Fully deserved for this lovely poem..
Kendrick Avatar
November 27, 2023 at 6:29 AM
Thank you, SO, for taking the time to drop back by. Sara K
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