“Almost” – such a sad, sad word,
Beneath which lies an open grave,
Of half-done deeds, and good intentions,
Of cowardice that was ‘almost’ brave;
Of hard-fought battles ‘almost’ won,
Of loving words I ‘almost’ said,
Of things I ‘almost’ thought to do,
Of times I ‘almost’ stood – but fled.
The mounded dust of wasted days,
The skeletons of moments past;
A life I [...]
LET me but live my life from year to year,
With forward face and unreluctant soul;
Not hurrying to, nor turning from the goal;
Not mourning for the things that disappear
In the dim past, nor holding back in fear
From what the future veils; but with a whole
And happy heart, that pays its toll
To Youth and Age, and travels [...]
The message in these lyrics written by a family friend conveys the Truth we are clinging to these days, as we watch the world around us. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift, the entire CD is filled with original songs that are easy on the ears and a balm to the heart. –Gretchen
In [...]
I wanted to share some of the poetry that has inspired, encouraged and strengthened my heart over the years, through some of the most painful and the most sorrowful moments of life to some of the happiest and best. This one brings tears to my eyes even yet.
It is only a tiny rosebud,
A flower [...]
I’m thankful, Lord, for the joys
You’ve given through this year.
They’ve brightened every moment
And brought me so much cheer.They’ve given me a picture
Of your great, deep love
And your tender watch care
From Heaven up above.
I’m thankful, Lord, for trials
Painful though they be,
That brought me closer to your side,
And helped my eyes to see
Just how much I need [...]
