Category Archives: Poetry

A Bit of Progress

Posted on February 3, 2016 by Doc Arnett

I have found it too easy in my life to show too little gratitude; sometimes having something taken away for a while helps change that… Continue reading →

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Night Vision

Posted on February 1, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Even in the grandeur of a full moon on a winter night, the light touch of a loving hand brings a needed closeness. Continue reading →

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Careful Choices

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Whether thinking of gentle rain on a tin roof or the thunder of a waterfall, it is good to be deliberate in all our thinking. Continue reading →

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Beyond the Blues

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Doc Arnett

Quiet moments, simple pleasures, the beauty of nature, the warmth of closeness… for such blessings, we give thanks to the Blesser. Continue reading →

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Sounds of a Sunday Evening

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Doc Arnett

In both times of togetherness and separation, love keeps us close… even when we are hundreds of miles away. Continue reading →

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A Good Day for Wichita State

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Even in times of turmoil, God can bring peace to college presidents and peasants and those of us in between. Continue reading →

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The Peace of Gratitude

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Doc Arnett

How peaceful and refreshing to end our days with a reflection of appreciation and gratitude. Continue reading →

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A Fine Fall

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Doc Arnett

As other things die around it, a quiet but powerful faith will show itself in beautiful ways. Continue reading →

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Opportunity Cost

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Doc Arnett

It doesn’t have to be a perfect moment to be a great opportunity; it doesn’t have to make a perfect picture to be beautiful… but we do have to take what is given… or lose it. Continue reading →

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Quiet Waters

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Doc Arnett

If even a small pond can reflect the glory of the sun or sky, then you and I can also reflect a greater Light. Continue reading →

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