Is it quiet or loud?
Do you feel shameful or proud?
Are you nervous or unsure?
Or is it all like a blur?
Memories of better times
Without news of so many crimes.
It was there but we didn’t see,
More things under lock and key.
“We all have rights”, you will hear declared.
It might cost many lives and leave some in despair.
To lay your life down for another
Greater love hath no man this this.
To swirl hate and be violent
Is cruel and thoughtless.
To die for a cause may be somebody’s goal,
I’ll pray for you daily and hope for your soul,
The lines might be drawn, but God gives us hope,
My faith is so strong and that’s just how I cope.
I’m not empty-headed naïve or even untaught,
I stay balanced and focused on truth I have sought.
If one day I should meet you I can guarantee,
I’ll treat you with respect; that’s just being me.
They’ll be coming a time when truth wins the day,
No heartache; no tears; and I know the way.
Be wise and be ready and be willing to wait,
And I pray in the future we’ll meet at the gate.
Dearest Karla, I pray I can continue in respect of others until we are at the gate. But there is something urgent inside my spirit, saying be ready, more opposition is coming. Oh Lord, we need You. Thank you sister for being His vessel of grace. May He give you more words of love to share.
Thank you, Julie for your kind words. I understand them. It’s very difficult to watch and feel the hate. And also just apathy of any situation. I want to be informed and have researched many things in the last week. The one source of truth that guides me each morning is my Bible. And faith of the things I’ve overcome by sheer miracles. I recognize it and honor it. And just try and stay balanced, faithful, and hopeful. Radicalization of almost anything can work against its purpose~at least in my experience. I only speak for myself and appreciate the support I feel from this community. It’s such a blessing. And when the words come to me, I’m happy to share. Keep fighting with faith my friend. Keep us updated on your son and your future hikes too. Xoxo ❣️
You have a beautiful calm soul and very strong & self assured in your convictions which makes being your friend such a joy. You have a true gift with words & such a wonderful relationship with our God!
Vicki, thank you for your words of support. ❤️💚Staying calm and confident is a choice I’m trying to make each day. Even when we feel the world may be against us, or worse, everything seems just wrong 😑, I have a peace that surpasses all understanding. It helps to have a good sense of humor and a cute puppy. ❤️ I have a partner, Jeff, whom you’ve met I believe, that is extremely supportive. We are spurring one another on in the daily quest to heed wisdom from God. I learned too many times over a hard lesson in which if God is not #1 I won’t experience the ultimate true joy that comes from fulfilling your true calling~and laughing and loving even through the hard times. I love you friend. Here’s to a good camping season ahead for you both. ❤️💚❣️🙏🏻
When everything is so awesome in our lives it is truly God! You are so right about making calm peace joy a choice every day & every moment! You & Jeff are a true joy to see together. Camping season can’t come soon enough! Bless you dear friend ☺😊💝💝💝💝💝
Very beautiful Karla, heart rended to see and feel this pain around us and bring it into the light with these words. Thank you for sharing, may it be read and heard by the many to find that peaceful change 😀 ❤️ 🙏🏽 🦋
You’re soooo welcome Karla! Hope to see you while I’m rasing a little “hell” today on Fun Friday.. nothing like the calm love you are so gifted at today.. 🤣
thanks, well you’re in spam..you’re the best!!! Thanks!! ❤️ I have a boss now and he’s a numbers guy so I have to appease him, if he will ever write with me again after I had tech issues.. lol
Our prayers will be heard back almighty God. Perhaps it will be a long time from now. It may not prove to be what we pray for, but we can be sure that they will be answered and God will do so in his timing. Let us wait on the Lord.
K.L Hale this is an another excellent piece from you. How greatful am I to be reading this. These lines prove your union with mother nature (the ultimate) Have a great time and lead your community with faith !!Thank You!!
What an amazing and beautiful poem. Your words are such an encouragement and oh so true. I love how your whole heart and soul shows in your words. I love you….
Kriddy
Beautiful poem! It reminded me of this quote from Anne Lamott: “The opposite of faith is not doubt, but certainty. Certainty is missing the point entirely. Faith includes noticing the mess, the emptiness and discomfort, and letting it be there until some light returns.”
Laurie, thank you for your kind words. I’ve never heard that quote before. Thank you for sharing! I can sit with the emptiness and mess with faith indeed.
Beautiful, amen! Blessings!
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Thank you, Ryan. Blessings to you too!
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Dearest Karla, I pray I can continue in respect of others until we are at the gate. But there is something urgent inside my spirit, saying be ready, more opposition is coming. Oh Lord, we need You. Thank you sister for being His vessel of grace. May He give you more words of love to share.
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Thank you, Julie for your kind words. I understand them. It’s very difficult to watch and feel the hate. And also just apathy of any situation. I want to be informed and have researched many things in the last week. The one source of truth that guides me each morning is my Bible. And faith of the things I’ve overcome by sheer miracles. I recognize it and honor it. And just try and stay balanced, faithful, and hopeful. Radicalization of almost anything can work against its purpose~at least in my experience. I only speak for myself and appreciate the support I feel from this community. It’s such a blessing. And when the words come to me, I’m happy to share. Keep fighting with faith my friend. Keep us updated on your son and your future hikes too. Xoxo ❣️
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Yes, yes, yes, in Him we attest! Blessings beautiful share 💞💕💞
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Thank you, Lisa for your kind words. ❤️ 💕
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You have a beautiful calm soul and very strong & self assured in your convictions which makes being your friend such a joy. You have a true gift with words & such a wonderful relationship with our God!
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Vicki, thank you for your words of support. ❤️💚Staying calm and confident is a choice I’m trying to make each day. Even when we feel the world may be against us, or worse, everything seems just wrong 😑, I have a peace that surpasses all understanding. It helps to have a good sense of humor and a cute puppy. ❤️ I have a partner, Jeff, whom you’ve met I believe, that is extremely supportive. We are spurring one another on in the daily quest to heed wisdom from God. I learned too many times over a hard lesson in which if God is not #1 I won’t experience the ultimate true joy that comes from fulfilling your true calling~and laughing and loving even through the hard times. I love you friend. Here’s to a good camping season ahead for you both. ❤️💚❣️🙏🏻
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When everything is so awesome in our lives it is truly God! You are so right about making calm peace joy a choice every day & every moment! You & Jeff are a true joy to see together. Camping season can’t come soon enough! Bless you dear friend ☺😊💝💝💝💝💝
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Thank you so much, Vicki! Bless you too. ❤️💚❤️💚
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Very beautiful Karla, heart rended to see and feel this pain around us and bring it into the light with these words. Thank you for sharing, may it be read and heard by the many to find that peaceful change 😀 ❤️ 🙏🏽 🦋
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Thank you, Mark for your kind words of support. 🙏🏻🦋
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You say beautifully what so many of us are thinking.
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Pam, that is so kind. Thank you so much. 💕
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Alright this got a few tears out of me. Well done.
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M.B., how sweet. Thank you so much for your support. ❤️
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beautiful and claming Karla!!! 😘
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Thank you, Cindy! ♥️❤️😘
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You’re soooo welcome Karla! Hope to see you while I’m rasing a little “hell” today on Fun Friday.. nothing like the calm love you are so gifted at today.. 🤣
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How much of a workout am I in for if I jump over there? 😂😜 remember the love ❤️
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LOL 🤣🤣🤣🤣 No workout today!!! Promise! You are cracking me up. Did it come through?
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Cindy, I just went to the Fun Friday 😂
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Oh yay and it’s working!! thanks soooo much.. W.P. glitches are NO fun!!! ❤️
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It worked on my end!
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thanks, well you’re in spam..you’re the best!!! Thanks!! ❤️ I have a boss now and he’s a numbers guy so I have to appease him, if he will ever write with me again after I had tech issues.. lol
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I don’t like spam 🤷🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️❤️😘
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HATE!!!! I have so many righrt now.. i don’t know what to do with them! ❤️
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I’ll have to check
Mine again on a laptop ❤️
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hmmmmm i’ve refreshed a few times… weird .. now it’s the WP mystery! 🤣
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oh thanks soo much!! you must be in spam now.. lol!
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Our prayers will be heard back almighty God. Perhaps it will be a long time from now. It may not prove to be what we pray for, but we can be sure that they will be answered and God will do so in his timing. Let us wait on the Lord.
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Well-said, Kathy. And we can’t wait in misery. ❤️💕♥️
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Very lovely poem, Karla. ❤
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Thank you, Martha. ❤️We love you and are sending “Bear” hugs 🤗 🐶
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❤ ❤
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Beautiful.
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Thank you, Kate ❤️
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Brava! A wonderful poem!!
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Brava! A wonderful poem!!
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Thank you my friend ❤️❣️
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K.L., you ae a strong and loving person. The world needs more people like you. Your poem shows compassion, strength, and hope. 💖
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What a wonderful compliment, Michele. Thank you so much for your kind words and support. ❤️♥️💚
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K.L Hale this is an another excellent piece from you. How greatful am I to be reading this. These lines prove your union with mother nature (the ultimate) Have a great time and lead your community with faith !!Thank You!!
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Thank you so much for your thoughtful words of support. I will keep the faith for sure. I hope you do too. ❤️
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loved this!
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Thank you my friend. ❤️🙏🏻 I hope all is well.
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Karla, you have penned an excellent poem. Thank you ♥️
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I look forward to that time too when all we bask in, is His aura and splendor. 🙌
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Amen! Thank you for your thoughtful response and encouragement ❤️🙌🏻
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Glad to, ma’am. You are welcome. 🤗
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What an amazing and beautiful poem. Your words are such an encouragement and oh so true. I love how your whole heart and soul shows in your words. I love you….
Kriddy
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Thank you so much❤️💚 your support means so much to me. Your words are encouraging. I love you so very much wombmate. ❣️👭
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Wonderful, beautiful poem.
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Thank you so much. I appreciate your support. ❤️
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May the calm spread, Karla. Thanks for sharing yours.
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Thank you so much, Mark.
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I like it! Always great to see the Spirit at work!
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Thank you, Jon!
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Beautiful poem! It reminded me of this quote from Anne Lamott: “The opposite of faith is not doubt, but certainty. Certainty is missing the point entirely. Faith includes noticing the mess, the emptiness and discomfort, and letting it be there until some light returns.”
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Laurie, thank you for your kind words. I’ve never heard that quote before. Thank you for sharing! I can sit with the emptiness and mess with faith indeed.
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Amen! Karla, your poetic verse reminds us of the single certainty in our lives. Yes, there is a God.
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Thank you, Richard for your thoughtful response. ❤️
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Great minds in patience and love, wait and trust in the Lord, no matter what!
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Thank you 💚 your response is beautiful and true. ❣️ ☕️
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