Goodness from the Earth
Quench of Thirst
Refreshing blend
Reinvigorating thought
Heaven’s flow
Purity let go
Moving water streams of Faith
The glisten of hope
Establishment of creation
Tasteful and crystal clear
Bringing need from far to near
Gulp down
Standing redeemed
Refreshed forever
Categories:
rewarding, appreciation, bible, blessing, change,
Form: Rhyme
I saw a hawk flying high,
wings spread across the sky.
Suddenly that lengthy glance,
lost all it's magical romance.
The bright, shining, hot sun,
chased away all of my fun.
Watching the bird flying free,
I was dreaming that it was me.
Back to the reality at hand,
no work and I will be canned.
For a fleeting moment I forgot,
the beating sun was so hot.
Sweat bleeding from every pore,
never knowing what's in store.
Finally my work day is through,
there is only one thing left to do.
It's evening and I slither home.
I soon realize I'm not alone.
Roasting aromas fill the air,
voices shout out with care.
I battled through my daily storm,
now inside I feel safe and warm.
I secretly thank the Gods above,
I'm surrounded by so much love.
Categories:
rewarding, fantasy, love,
Form: Rhyme
I do not fear the wrath of those who love me,
But fear the love of those who thrive on wrath
For some hearts are filled with bitter gall.
They seek their friends among the likeminded,
To accept their expressions of love endangers
My heart of becoming infected, even blinded,
And finding myself sliding into this deadly pall
Feeding on their hatefulness, the wrong path,
When I must take the more rewarding way I see.
Written June 24, 2021
Categories:
rewarding, friend, friendship, hate,
Form: Rhyme
Join me
...in serving God*…
The most rewarding work
since the Almighty gives wages...
Priceless!
*Romans 12:11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord.
April 6, 2019
Categories:
rewarding, appreciation, christian, devotion, faith,
Form: Cinquain
There is no point
If you have ‘been there, done that’
Unless you announce so loudly
On social sites
Show the proof of
The ‘Happy Family’ moments
You see, enjoying those moments
At that very instance
Is secondary
It is all about looking ahead
Thinking of the future
And this is just the beginning
Because now you
Have to check, every now and then
Those comments
Of your friends
Their mushy remarks
‘Oohs’ and ‘Aahs’
Literally dripping their love for you
These bring back the twinkle in your
Sleep deprived eyes
And instantly uplift
Your travel weary selves
If you do not get a response
From someone specific
And you want to know
Whether he is dead or alive
All you have to do is
‘Poke’ him
His reaction, a ‘thumbs up’ will
Give you the same satisfaction
As a complete meal on a hungry stomach
And your daughter will tell you
‘Now, it has all been worth it’
Your ‘Thank you’ replies
To hundreds such comments
Are bound to keep you busy
For weeks to come
So much for our craving
For some ‘social recognition’
If not in the real world
Then at least in the virtual one
Where no great achievements
Are needed to get those
‘Rewarding’ comments
Categories:
rewarding, satire,
Form: Blank verse
My juicy grapes are so ripe, plump and white,
they have soaked up most of the summer's sun...
will they make the tastiest wine?
Sparkling wine for gests' delight...
while I pull the air-tight cork with true might!
Entered in Francine Robert's contest,
" Bottle Of Wine "
June 23, 2001
Categories:
rewarding, food, friendship, nature, people,
Form: Limerick