Moon Phases
Moon against an evening sky strolls
down mysterious memory lanes,
hand n’ hand lingering silhouettes
echos too many seasons of goodbyes.
Those long gone, yet some to come
hearts whisper waiting window panes.
Hush… no need to shed a tear or cry;
‘tis life, death and misty moon phasing
just once again in an open evening sky.
P. Wolf
“The days of our lives are seventy years; And if by reason of strength they are eighty years, Yet their boast is only labor and sorrow; For it is soon cut off, and we fly away.”
Psalm 90:10
A Pre-Christmas Family Tradition
This is a perfect stocking stuffer to be added to someone’s quiet reading time. Not only is there seasonal poetry, but daily Scripture to feed the soul!
Poetry Book with Scripture
Tears
I hear the rain cry like a child,
against sodden earth yearning,
hoping, waiting for something
fresh and new, not brittle debris.
I need slices of sunlight smothered
against crevices and curves of dirt;
knowing, wondering if all will renew.
I go to the perfect place, the Garden.
It’s there I’ll sign in great relief
against today’s fearful destruction;
smiling and rejoicing for all will be
wholesome once again, recreated.
“For behold, I create new heavens and a new earth; And the former shall not be remembered or come to mind.” Isaiah 65:17
Providence
Gone is day’s sunshine,
as night settles to cold earth
yet somewhere shines on.
I’m reading the book “Providence” with my son. This quote spoke to my heart. I hope it touches yours! Enjoy today’s sunshine!
“Every morning God paints a different sunrise. He never gets tired of doing it again and again. But then it struck me. No, He never stops doing it. The sun is always rising somewhere in the world.”
John Piper’s words from his book “Providence”
Update on the series Apron Strings
A scene from my book, Beatrice to be released in April
The door to the Bakery Shop was opened as Beatrice walked by. The aroma of yeast mingled with confectionery delights made her appetite grow.
“Good evening, Beatrice. You look lovely this fall evening.”
Beatrice blushed, as her dark brown curls bobbed up and down. “Mr. Rewolinski, you are too kind. I don’t feel lovely. After a day of haircuts, hair dying and hair permanents I feel like deflated yeast.”
“No manicures?” A deep titter rose up from his thick chest. “Beauticians are worth their weight in gold, according to my wife.”
“The only gold I will see is the sun rising tomorrow morning.” Beatrice smiled and gave a quick wave farewell.
“Come by on your way to work,” shouted Mr. Rewolinski. “I will have fresh Paczki for you and the girls you work with. Would you like lemon or raspberry filled Paczki?”
Beatrice turned and took a step closer towards Mr. Rewolinski, “That is so sweet of you.” She raised three fingers. “How about giving us three of each?”
“Sounds good to me, I will see you in the morning.” He shook the flour from his apron. Then turning back into the shop, he closed the door behind him. The little doorbell rang with a sigh. It was the end of another demanding day.
The Series: Apron Strings
A Babe
…the time came for her Child to be born. And she gave birth to her firstborn, a Son. She wrapped Him in swaddling cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.Luke 2:6-7
Stillness seeped through my heart,
the night they said the cattle lowed,
but I did not hear the animal’s sounds;
my own heart’s music was a rhapsody
of great joy mingled with anticipation.
Joseph said the moment He arrived
not a sound was heard in the cave,
a make-shift sable, where an empty
manger stood awaiting my Son’s
arrival; tears flooded my hot cheeks.
Within seconds He lay in my arms,
a son, just like the angle told me.
A nation had waited for Him for so long.
Yet, in this very moment He was just
my newborn and in need of nurturing.
He had my undivided attention, my Son,
who one day I would share with a
multitude of others; that would call on
His name. He would be their Savior.
For now, this Child is mine alone.
Alexis Ann’s Amazing Adventures
These little chapter books, for ages 6-10, would make lovely stocking stuffers for your children.
“Stormy Seas” is a story of high adventure in Alexis’s backyard. She travels the high seas with Paul on his missionary journeys and her little brother tags along. Alexis makes everyday life a biblical adventure.
“Seriously a Splash” takes Alexis in the belly of a BIG fish with Jonah as she deals with disappointment and anger. There’s summer fun to enjoy, but will her cousins include her?
“Let Them Rise” deals with loss in her family. As fall arrives, Alexis learns only God can heal grief. Despite sorrow, Alexis embraces autumn as she recalls stories from the Bible where people are healed.
All books available on Amazon
I Am the Light Series
3 Year Celebration for “Jemi’s Noble Quest”
The days of Creation described in ways one would never have dreamed of. “Jemi’s Noble Quest” is where my journey began. It is my first published book written over a ten year period. This month I’m celebrating its three year release!
Scenes were inspired from some creative artists and a little imagination. Most authors would love to rewrite their first published book. By God’s grace my writing has come a long way from Jemi’s story. However, “Jemi’s Noble Quest” will always be my favorite story. I hope you enjoy it!
“A story about love and trust in GOD. The writer shares her trust and belief in GOD with a story of an innocent girl approaching adulthood. Reinforcing that belief doesn’t mean easy but without belief life and burdens are unbearable.”
Amazon Review
Free on Kindle Unlimited, affordable digital copy, in paperback or hardcover.
The King
Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east I and have come to worship Him.Matthew 2:2
Stars are twinkling tonight…
dangling, hanging above
a roadmap and shining hope;
filtering out strange darkness.
Stars from eternities past
dim in day, neon by night!
Speak of such a grand sight.
Stars with a holy message,
we know not their language.
One star led and shone bright;
it lit the way one holy night.
Stars from eternities past
dim in day, neon by night!
Speak of such a grand sight.
So graceful, grand a galaxy,
as ages of time have passed.
Yet, the Maker of stars did come
one holy night as angles sang.
Stars from eternities past
dim in day, neon by night!
Speak of such a grand sight.
Patti Wolf 