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TELLING THE TRUTH IS THE LOVING THING

Posted on September 22, 2022 by oneta hayes

A story is told of a church who voted their preacher out because he preached too much on hell. They got a new preacher who preached even more on hell. They dearly loved Preacher 2 and kept him for many … Continue reading →

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THURSDAY’S THOUGHTS, June 30, 2022

Posted on June 30, 2022 by oneta hayes

I HAVE LIVED ON a fixed income now for several years, but I did not know how “fixed” it was until recently.  Yes, it is set in stone while its ability to cover my needs is eroding like sand by … Continue reading →

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CLOTHED IN MAJESTY

Posted on May 16, 2022 by oneta hayes

GOD IS CLOTHED IN MAJESTY Harken, and give God praise. The veil rises in the East, The eyes of God did not slumber nor sleep Listen, and give God glory. His eyes sweep over the hills and lands Observing the … Continue reading →

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NEGOTIATING A SETTLEMENT

Posted on April 4, 2022 by oneta hayes

The following scenario was from many years ago. It took place when my grandsons were about four and five. Sammy, the younger child, is playing with a little cross. Danny “Pretend you didn’t want it,” as he reaches for it.” … Continue reading →

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OCCUPY – even with Covid

Posted on April 7, 2021 by oneta hayes

So we are mostly still locked down. Moods range from miserable to desperately miserable. What few smiles are left are hidden by masks. Are we suffering a plague from God? Is Jesus about to come rescue us? Or, do we … Continue reading →

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REJUVENATION

Posted on December 21, 2020 by oneta hayes

Unfurl simple joy. Seek solace in quiet time Amidst season’s bliss. Written for Ronovan’s challenge. Write haiku using words “open” and “solace” – I used synonym “unfurl” in the place of “open.” https://ronovanwrites.com/2020/12/21/ronovan-writes-weekly-haiku-poetry-prompt-challenge-337-open-and-solace/ Image: Simon Robbin, pexels.com

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DON’T FEAR THE GOOD-BYES

Posted on May 10, 2020 by oneta hayes

Time is near for you to go. Go in victory, as  you have taught. You have climbed the mountains high, And you’ve enjoyed the valleys low. You have won the battles fought, Taught your kids to reach the sky, To … Continue reading →

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serene scene

Posted on April 10, 2019 by oneta hayes

Boisterous spirits grow serene when surrounded by the fishing scene. ************** Image: Pixabay Write haiku using words serene/scene Ronovan’s challenge https://ronovanwrites.com/2019/04/08/ronovanwrites-weekly-haiku-poetry-prompt-challenge-248-serenescene/

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A STERILE HEAVEN? NOTHING TO DO?

Posted on March 2, 2019 by oneta hayes

Birds, bees, and bugs – even slimy slugs – Lots of grassy berms, but no deadly germs, Are found in Heaven’s halls and hills. Hippos, horned toads, and green frogs Strut their stuff among tree logs Used to make vast … Continue reading →

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DO YOU HEAR WHAT I HEAR?

Posted on November 17, 2018 by oneta hayes

I’m at home, all alone Enjoying the moment – just my own. Listening to the lack of sounds —-Oh, no, listen again Hear the susurrous sounds? The pleasant sound in memory Of children playing Of husband saying     He … Continue reading →

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