The cool quiet and the calm of an early morning dawn The serenity of the moment brings to mind a Psalm Psalm 131: I have calmed and quieted my restless soul Awakening early to see Your Majestic Scenes unfold How Great Thou Art, Oh Lord, Your Creation beyond words Only explainable through the Heavenly sound of the birds Thank You, God, for Your beautiful creation That brings peace of mind and exultation September 30, 2023 MarkWaldrop Inspired by John Becton
In the sky, a squadron strong and bold, A hundred F-35s, gleaming gold. Yet one dared wander far astray, From the ninety-nine, it chose to stray. But the military, with hearts so true, Left the ninety-nine, their mission in view. They searched the skies and land so wide, For the one that chose to leave their side. And when they found it, a lonely sight, Their F-35 returning, late in the night For in that moment, they came to see, The one that was lost was meant to be So, like the parable's lesson profound, In unity and care, strength is found. For the one that wandered, they cherished more, In the skies of unity, they'd forever soar. Created by MarkWaldrop
Have you ever had a meltdown hurling angry words erupting strong feelings? Revealing emotions so strong there is no possible way of earthly healing. A word flung in anger can never return. Hitting its mark, you can hear the sizzle and burn. Count to ten. Be careful what you say. You never know who is packing today. July 10, 2023 MarkWaldrop
A little taste of Glasgow I can remember from long ago The Curley Cues from The Tastee Freez made my saliva flow The "Dairy - O", A foot-long chili dog, and curly fries were hard to beat! You could have very little money and get a lot to eat The Big Boy from Jerrys Drive-in Everyone came to cruise around again and again The Hamburger from J.J. Newberry’s tasted so good The ladies behind the counter gave you extra when they could George J’s Mexican Burgers were at the top of the list Followed only by the Chuckwagons at the Hospital we were so blessed The Candy Case at Newberry's was Heaven sent With too many visits off to the Dentist, I went The old tastes from yesteryear are the best I must say They bring a tear to my eye I wish they could have stayed I thank God every day For the memories He sends my way June 6, 2023 MarkWaldrop
Jack Daniels Distillary
Uncle Jack has always been my best friend.
He stayed with me through my trials to the end.
What ever I was going through, I could depend on Uncle Jack
Then one-day things looked so gravely black
Poor Old Uncle Jack died that lonely day .
Now I have a better friend to help me along the way.
I found him by accident when I cried. I can't live this way.
Hearing my cry, He came into my heart that day.
Never alone, never alone. God's son Jesus came in to stay.
Now bowing my head and thanking him when I pray.
RIP, Uncle Jack Daniels
1850 - 1911
May 26, 2023
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A very dark day in America today A former president is being arraigned in court I must say All persons carrying high responsibility Carry equally high accountability However, this moment in history plays out In the minds of Americans, there will always be doubt April 4, 2023 MarkWaldrop
Family Motor Coach Association is the correct route to take So many friendly people and deals to make your trip great. Friends will become family you will always cherish The love you will find along the way will never perish The rallies you attend you will never forget Loving Memories will last forever with no regrets Tell friends and tell neighbors there is no better experience to be had Choosing the correct road ahead, you will forever be glad March 8, 2023 Mark Waldrop
From the hearts of men, God carries out his plan Knowing this very day since time began From the desires of the heart spring the action in our plan Caring out God’s desire for every creature in His plan February 14, 2023 Mark Waldrop
It's not what you know. It's what you do after you know. Mark Waldrop January 16, 2023
Our lineage is difficult to trace to where we are No records exist beyond the rays of a star Their dress was skins of many animals Folklore says some may have been cannibals Their Gods were Sun's rays by day and the glow of the Moon by night Not being accustomed to the terms Holy or right Chiseling their shelter high in the cliffs of mountains Always in search of overflowing fountains Gorging their stomachs with the food of animals that wandered by Nature kept them alive. They did not know the word die The only pleasurable feeling they had was the warmth of their skin The warm rains, the golden rays of the sun beaming in They had little emotion for life. Only relying on their existence They had no conception of time or distance. They knew a strange feeling we call love They felt it flow from the mountains above Their sighs and groans from deep within They only knew the pleasure derived from their skin If it weren't for our ancestors there would be no you and me It's not by luck we find ourselves evolving through eternity January 9, 2023 Mark Waldrop