Splendid Saturday

My Choice

What if I never married at all?
No children of my own to love.
Fulfilling all the dreams I’ve had.

Playing the piano was one such dream.
I’d go on stage and play on tours.
Thrill the crowds with music sweet.

A famous singer known worldwide.
I’d sing before leaders of countries,
Be praised even by Kings and Queens.

In all truth there’s one King I’ll sing for.
My voice will ring out loud and clear,
With praises due His Almighty name.

An amazing life God’s given me.
Husband, children and the grands.
They’re the only fans I really need.

You’ll understand the choice I’ve made.
“No” to dreams of younger days.
I’m content to cherish what's already mine.

Treasured Tuesdays

My Prison of Fear

Locked away in a
prison of my own fears;
Satan is laughing
while I am in tears.

He thinks he knows me
as he watches like a hawk,
but my Savior protects
me as part of His flock.

I'll stay in God's presence,
never from Him to stray.
Whenever Satan tempts me
I'll kneel down and pray.

Marvelous Monday

Fragrance of His Sacrifice

There is a garden
where Jesus and I meet.
We have sweet fellowship.
I worship at His feet.

The delightful fragrance
that comes when He is near
is the sacrifice of love.
He brings my heart sweet cheer.

There is no other like Him,
none so holy or so pure.
He's the great redeemer
with Him my hope's secure.

Is He your Savior yet?
I know He longs to be.
He's waiting in the garden,
please go there now with me.

Songfilled Sundays

Your Love Freed Me

When I think of the ocean
so very deep and wide,
I remember your love
how your blood was applied.

What an amazing love
that you would die for me.
I know I don't deserve it,
but you have set me free.

Jesus, you're the Savior
who cleansed me of my sin.
You fought my battle,
because of you I'll win.

Fantastic Friday

Come to Jesus

Jesus calls the weary,
"Come, I'll give you rest."
He's the loving Savior.
Seek Him and be blest.

He waits with open arms.
Come weary one today.
Enjoy grace and mercy.
Just listen, then obey.

He's made a place for you,
a heavenly abode.
Hear His gentle pleading.
Give Him your heavy load.

There's no other Savior
who can save your soul.
Answer while He knocks.
He will make you whole.

Procrastination

"Tomorrow, tomorrow,
I'll do it tomorrow."
How often do we say this.
"I'll go on a diet, tomorrow.
I'll start exercising, tomorrow.
I'll start daily Bible reading, tomorrow.
I'll straighten out my priorities, tomorrow.
I'll stop complaining, tomorrow."
But much to my soul's sorrow,
I keep on saying,
"I'll do it tomorrow."

Thankful Thursdays

Best Friends

Terrence and his friend, G-man
talked about their plan.
Do a kind deed each day
and still have time to play.

They wouldn't tell anyone
about what they had done.
They wouldn't tell his mother
or even his older brother.

They wouldn't tell his dad,
though he'd be very glad.
They'd do what Jesus would
cause that was kind and good.

Wonderfilled Wednesdays

God's Tears

Many days we have received rain,
we continually murmur and complain.
A thought struck the depths of my heart,
from my mind it would not depart.

God, is this rain falling from the skies
teardrops flowing from your eyes?
Are you crying over all the sin?
Saddened by the actions of men.

Do you look from heaven with heartache,
knowing your son died for our sake?
Restore to us the joy of your salvation;
once again to live as a christian nation.

Songfilled Sundays

Where Can I Go?

O God who created earth, sea and skies,
help me thy power and majesty realize.
Where can I go that you do not see?
From your presence can I flee?

I see your might when I look around.
You are the God who can be sought and found.
What a loving sacrifice was made,
a ransom price for our souls paid.

Oh loving Lamb who died on Calvary,
teach me to be more and more like thee.
Give me a kind and compassionate heart,
that I may to others your love impart.

I want to be an obedient child,
having a gentle spirit, meek and mild.
Walking with you day by day,
telling others you are the life, truth and way.

Splendid Saturdays

Running Through Puddles

Going to the Kolache Festival today,
wondering wondering all the way.
Will it rain or will it not;
perhaps a little, but probably a lot.

Fred, Judy and Kay had fun.
We wouldn't have minded a little sun.
Running through puddles like children at play.
We were crazy, some might say.

Eating hushpuppies, slaw and catfish,
who could ask for a tastier dish.
Time for us to say goodbye.
Kay, "see you soon", we said with a sigh.

Fantastic Friday

God of the Universe

God of the universe, God Most High,
Early in the morning when I arise
I seek you for you are nigh.
You hear my laughter and my cries.

LORD God Almighty, marvelous are your deeds.
When you spoke there was light.
Jehovah Jireh, you provide my needs.
O thou my soul's joy and delight.

Father God, the one I adore,
your holiness I will proclaim.
Grace, mercy and love you outpour.
Praise and honor be to your holy name.

Thankful Thursday

Hold Me Near

God of comfort hold me near,
gently wipe away sorrow's tear.
Strengthen me through this trial.
Walk with me each and every mile.

When Satan tries to discourage me;
LORD, hear my fervent plea.
Answer me quickly when I call,
ere I stumble and fall.

Be with me through darknest night.
Renew my hope with morning light.
Sustain me with your peace
until this life and sorrows cease.

Restore the happiness I once knew
as I continually praise you.
Then forever to be with thee;
from earthly cares I will be free.

Treasured Tuesdays

Remember When



Take lots of pictures and make memories.
One day you'll be glad you have these.
Loves ones won't always be around.
Place photos where they can be found.

Remember all those famous fishing trips,
where your Dad gave lots of tips.
How about the unusual things caught;
turtles and a sea gull that fought.

What about the fun times in the boat;
bottom of the lake with an anchor, you can't float!
Trying to get up on one ski,
once more around the lake was your plea.

How about all those fish on a line;
Wow! Franklin sure did fine.
How many people with hooks were stuck;
some people have all the luck.

Grandma stated with much pride,
“I set a record and hadn't even tried.”
Remember staying up half the night
cleaning all those fish by lantern light.

Telling stories that stretch the imagination.
Passing them down to the next generation.
Hope we all have lots more fun together;
even though at times there's stormy weather.

Songfilled Sundays

Precious Moments with You

Early in the morning
starting out with you,
precious quiet moments
refresh and renew.

Reading your Word,
putting it in my heart;
reflecting and meditating
hoping it'll never depart.

Praying with gratitude
for your blessings galore;
knowing you'll continue
to bless me o'er and o'er.

Help me speak to someone
about you today;
showing by my life
how to live your way.

Splendid Saturdays

At the Lake on a Cloudy Day

Cloudy days aren't always so bad,
look at the fun you had.
Relaxed and read a good book,
maybe even a nap you took.

Think about all you need to do.
Write a list of a thing or two.
Organize it all as you write.
Plan it with all your might.

Sitting at the lake on a cloudy day,
take it easy while you may.
Sun will soon shine so bright,
you'll have to work half the night.

Fantastic Friday

Special People

A child smiled at me today,
chasing my gloom away.
I sang a happy song.
She giggled, then sang along.
What a precious treat
from this child so sweet.

Two little boys made my day;
although they live far away.
New pictures up on facebook
that their sweet Mom took.

What changed your sadness,
turned it into gladness.
Thank God for family and friends,
the special ones He sends.

Thankful Thursdays

I had a great time with my Mom today. We went
shopping at Guthrie. We enjoy the thrift stores
and antique shops. We even found a new cafe to
eat lunch at.

I'm still so thankful that I have my Mom. My
Dad has been dead almost 30 years. It will be
30 years in September. I have a step Dad,Delmar.
I'm glad Mom has him.



Another thing I'm thankful for is a lesson God
gave me today on my walk. As I was out walking
my big toe started hurting. I finally had to
stop and take my shoe and sock off. There was a
splinter.

I thought about how much that small splinter
hurt. It made it difficult for me to walk. I
think our life as a christian is like that.
Small things can become big problems and cause
difficulty in our walk with God.

We have some minor thing that we allow ourselves
to get angry about and it grows and grows until
it causes us to lose our focus on God. Anger and
resentment are like that. They can fester and
become worse just like if I had not gotten that
splinter out of my toe.

We need to pray that God will show us the
"splinters" in our lives and that He will help
us remove those.

I hope that you have a Thankful Thursday and
think about a blessing you have had today!

Treasured Tuesdays

God has blessed me with many treasures:
forgiveness of sins, hope, an eternal home
in heaven.

Here are some of the other treasures He's
blessed me with:

Wish I had space to put all the pictures up of
family and friends.

Tuesdays are especially treasured because I spend
the evening with friends like Beth as we
go to be with the ladies in prison.

Songfilled Sundays

Sundays are a day of celebration;
time to show loving adoration.
Praise your heavenly King.
Lift your voices and sing.
Celebration

Remember God's Son died for you.
Each day your love for Him renew.
God will always be very near.
He'll never forsake you, don't fear.

Did you praise Him in song?
Encourage others to sing along.
Tell them about the Savior
who died to show loving favor.

Don't praise Him on Sunday alone.
He's the Savior who died to atone.
Praise Him each and every day.
Point others to Him by living His way.

Splendid Saturday

Wow! Today was amazing. I knew I would
be going to a wedding on the 36th floor
of the Chase Building. I'm terrified of
heights.

I knew I needed to meditate on God's Word
today all day. I prayed for Him to help
with my fear.

Of course, He came through. He always does
if I stop and depend on Him.

I just had to change my thinking every
time Satan tried to tell me I couldn't do
it.

Praise God for answered prayers and for His
strength to overcome.