Category Archives: Poetry

Autumn Calling to Labor and Rest

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Doc Arnett

The beauty of cool quiet mornings calls us to both rest and labor; the coming of harvest and the beauty of ripened fields. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Farming, Metaphysical Reflection, Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged autumn harvest, cool mornings, farm harvest, farmers, harvest, mornings, rest, September, work | Comments Off

In the Midst of Fire & Granite

Posted on September 5, 2017 by Doc Arnett

To stand atop a mountain and take in the span of grandeur, and remember the hand of God is both strong and gentle… Continue reading →

Posted in Nature, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged boulders, climbing, Fort Collins, Ft. Collins, hiking, Horsetooth Mountain, Horsetooth Open Area, rocks | Comments Off

A Preliminary Eulogy

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Just in case no one has the time or inclination or just needs a starting place when it’s me lying in the flowers… Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Family, Humor, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged autobiography, eulogy, memoriam, memories | Comments Off

Goodness Born of Tragedy

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Cowboys riding through water five feet deep, people wading to houses, truck drivers pushing through floodwaters… courage, love and unity… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged courage, disaster, helping, hurricane, love, peace, strangers helping strangers, tragedy, unity | Comments Off

To Lie Down Weary

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Doc Arnett

There are many fine things in this world; a good night’s rest is among the finest! Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Death & Dying, Family, Poetry, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged appreciation, blessings, death, end of life, eternity, life | Comments Off

Nature vs. Nature

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Regardless of how it’s couched, framed or stated, here’s what I have found: when I do good, I feel good; when I don’t, I don’t. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged God vs. Satan, good vs. evil, goodness, joy, patience, peace, philosophy, submission, vengeance | Comments Off

A Quiet Refreshing

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Our quiet time can be rest and reflection, and preparation for greater works. Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Christian Living, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged breakfast, coffee, conversation, gratitude, morning, prayers, quiet time, storm | 1 Comment

In Memoriam: Sandra Sue Woodworth

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Filled with friends and family, the calm elegance and dignity of the First Presbyterian Church sanctuary seemed to me the perfect place to honor Susie’s life. Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Christian Devotions, Death & Dying, Family, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged Arkansas City, First Presbyterian Church, funeral, Jancye Sturd, John Sturd, Lee Ann Sturd, Sandra Sue Woodworth, Susie Woodworth | Comments Off

Coffee with Neil

Posted on August 3, 2017 by Doc Arnett

What’s even better than a cool morning after a hot dry spell? Sharing it with a good friend! Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged coffee, Doniphan County, friends, heat, hot weather, Neil Clarkson, northeast Kansas, outdoors, refreshing | Comments Off

A Spark of Light

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Thank God for those who encourage us! You never know when a little note, or text or call might be exactly what someone you love needs… Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Devotions, Poetry, Relationships, Spiritual Contemplation | Tagged appreciation, determination, encouragement, lifting up others | Comments Off