Category Archives: Poetry

The First Warm Evening of Spring

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Doc Arnett

A warm evening, good chili, a nice dog, a woman you love and a full moon… ahh, life is good. Continue reading →

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Intentional Thoughts

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Doc Arnett

A few days of warmer weather can make dull the memory of bitter nights. Rehearsing the good can cause the bad to fade away… Continue reading →

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Talking Toward the Darkness

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Deep conversation with good friends always seems to make even the darkest times a bit brighter. Continue reading →

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Things of Glory, Things of Grandeur

Posted on February 26, 2021 by Doc Arnett

I think that perhaps the beauty of a gentle spirit rivals the glories of nature. Continue reading →

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A Few Passes on the Planer

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Even as planing wood removes defects from an old board, the Lord’s work on our hearts continually shapes us. Continue reading →

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Common Sense & Providence

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Even during a blizzard, making good choices is better than having an extra coat. Continue reading →

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Even in Winter

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Doc Arnett

Even in the winter’s cold, even with ice and snow, God’s eye is still upon the sparrow–and us. Continue reading →

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A Fine Balance

Posted on November 17, 2020 by Doc Arnett

It is a fine balance to have the humility to appreciate others while also learning to respect ourselves. A balance improved by practice. Continue reading →

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Searching the Heavens at Four in the Morning

Posted on October 8, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, the nearness of a thing can make it seem much larger than it truly is. It can be challenging to keep our problems in proper perspective. Continue reading →

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Mid-Week Blessing

Posted on October 7, 2020 by Doc Arnett

A wee prayer to help us over the hump… Continue reading →

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