Her efforts were meticulous
she was picky, persnickety, fastidiously present
her reputation for thoroughness was pristine
her plans were methodical and orderly, disciplined
her operandi clean, clear and correct
we all let her do it her way and by herself
~Our Delightful Daughters~
D- for their dedication, that never wavers
A- for their awesome attraction that draws attention
U- for their understanding, deep and abiding
G- for their graciousness, unlimted to family and friends
H- for their humor, and lightness of being
T- for thoroughness and getting the job done
E- for enchanting, like a distant, yet most cherished star
R- for ravishing, like melodious tones on an exotic sitar
God bless all who have daughters or have been one!
March 2, 2020
8:15am. PST
Faced with daily multi-tasks’ pressure
we need God’s help of divine measure
making us fulfill each chore as great treasure
turning work-rigor into labour-pleasure.
Gripped by varied assignment strain
we seek Christ’s strength of productiveness gain
toward caring and sharing engagement terrain
though afflicted with impediment's pain.
Conquering futility of slothfulness' attack
through the Saviour’s power with His mercy-pack
we strive for achievement thoroughness of blessings' sack
against indolence slackness, making stewardship vigour lack.
Triumphing over procrastination blight
seizing championship in today’s functionality fight
we cling to God Who enables* by His might
thanking Him for today's accomplishments midst faith delight.
*1Timothy 1:12 And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that he counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry.
July 4, 2019
Honorable Mention, "STRAND CHOICE H, any form, any theme" Poetry Contest; Sponsored by Brian Strand; judged on 3/17/2020.
Unless we finally stop branding
one another as pagans or infidels
and as heathens or barbarians,
we shall continue to imperil
ourselves day in and day out,
with genocidal bloodshed;
for there are many around us
who seek to ruthlessly decimate
those they see as not among them
while they preach and proclaim
universal love and world peace,
what monumental irony!
indeed, we don't normally do evil
with as much glee, thoroughness
and fiery enthusiasm as when
we do it out of religious zeal
that brooks no mildest criticism,
murderous fanaticism!
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