Standing regardless
Steadfast and true
Loyal devoted
Committed in all
Whatever befalls
Never abandons
Constant presence
Resolute determined
Speaking true loving fully
Faithful
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
Poetry
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Laughter
Bubbling up
A joyful chuckle
Cleansing laughter
Lifts the soul
Small child’s squeal
Or belly bellow
Quiet giggle
For weary heart
A blessing true
To lift and heal
No scorn or scoff
But strengthening spirit
Bubbling up
A joyful chuckle
Cleansing laughter
Lifts the soul
Serve
To give to tend
Offer fully
Bringing comfort
Lighten a load
To assist to care for
Beyond one’s self
Leading by giving
Compassion’s light
Faithful work
To serve
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
As a Star
As a star once shone
Gazing down upon the earth
Dazzling companions
Gathered ‘round
Its light beamed softly
Gently touched a tiny face
Heaven stirred and sang
Come now come
As a star once shone
Guiding light to show the way
Wise magi followed
Bringing gifts
Sparkling diamond led
The travelers expectantly
New king to worship
Jesus child
As a star once shone
It revealed a precious gift
As God’s Son brought light
Savior born
Wait
Bide a while
The time will come
Delay impatient
We do not welcome
Envision new opportunity
An interlude of discovery
Seeking insight
Finding treasure
Possibilities abound
When we wait
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
Sunshine on a Frigid Morn
Sunshine on a frigid morn
Warms the heart
And dazzles the eyes
Blue sky stretches
Like a shining banner
Spread in bright welcome
Cheeks and nose
Touched by chill
Tingle in response
Through the crystal air
Come sounds of life
Day’s song
Sunshine on a frigid morn
Warms the heart
And dazzles the eyes
Thankfulness
Appreciation for provision
Recognizing goodness come
For joy’s soft touch
And simple beauty
Gratefulness for helping hands
Expressing hope along the way
For harm averted
And kind words spoken
Speak our gratitude
Be thankful
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
Autumn’s Tinge
Autumn’s tinge is in the air
Now lightly nibbles
Now backs away
Grasses fading
Flowers too
Chill of evening
Cold mornings’ dew
Speaks of time to come
Days shortening
Sunset’s advancing glow
Leaves stirring
Lift and part
Now spin and whirl
In joyous dance
Autumn’s tinge is in the air
Its nose uplifted in anticipation
Of the new season’s approach
Empty
An empty tank
Work now completed
Empty hamper
Clothes are clean
An empty sink
The dishes done
Empty shoes
Feet now resting
An empty plate
Meal consumed
Empty lap
Room to hold
An empty pen
Story written
Empty heart
For God to fill
An empty chair
Reach out to comfort
Empty glass
Thirst is quenched
Blessing received
When empty
Civility
Politeness now so rare to see
What’s become of courtesy
Good manners
Listen respectfully
Working together
To help in need
Peace and harmony
Civility
From “My Words to Live By” c-a allen
The Still Small Voice 