Confidence, a lantern in the night,
Illuminates the path, makes the unsure right.
It’s the wind beneath the wings in flight,
A quiet whisper saying, "You might."
It dresses wounds of doubt with care,
Builds bridges over streams of despair.
In the mirror, a steadfast stare,
A promise that strength is there to bear.
With confidence, the world's a stage,
Every step forward, a written page.
No fear of judgment, no cage,
Only freedom to engage.
It's the artist's brush, bold and free,
Painting dreams for the world to see.
A dancer’s leap, a melody,
Expressions of what one can be.
Confidence, the key to unlocked doors,
A sailor's faith in distant shores.
It’s the courage to explore,
And in exploring, to soar.
So wear it like a crown, let it shine,
For with confidence, every challenge is benign.
It's not just a feeling, but a sign,
That within you, there's a power divine.
March 16, 2024
Created by
MarkWaldrop
In the quiet dawn of '70, beneath the boundless sky,
Where birds once soared in numbers, beneath the sun so high.
A silence has descended, where songs once filled the air,
Thirty percent have vanished, leaving emptiness to bear.
Habitats once lush and wild, forests deep and grand,
Have dwindled under human touch, across this sprawling land.
Meadows, marshes, woods, and streams, homes to winged delight,
Now bare, transformed, or lost, a sorrowful, fading sight.
More people, fewer birds, a truth we cannot hide,
Our footprint grows, the earth it groans, in this selfish stride.
Nests abandoned, echoes fade, in skies once vibrant and alive,
A testament to what's at stake, for those who still survive.
Yet, in this tale of loss and woe, a glimmer yet remains,
A chance to change, to heal, to grow, to break these binding chains.
To restore the balance, plant the seed, of a future bright and fair,
Where birdsong fills the morning light, a chorus in the air.
Let us heed the call of nature, with gentle, caring hands,
Rebuild the homes, preserve the wild, across these precious lands.
For in the harmony of life, where diversity is key,
Lies the beauty of our world, in its soaring melody.
March 5, 2024
Created by
MarkWaldrop
In the tapestry of life, so grand and vast,
God wove each soul, a spell to cast.
With freedom of choice in every heart,
A journey of faith, from the start.
Some choose the path where God's light shines,
A road of love, divine designs.
Others may wander, lost in the night,
Swayed by shadows, out of sight.
Yet, let us be carriers of the Good,
Reaching out, as we should.
To those caught in evil's snare,
Offering hope, showing we care.
For in the grand design, it's clear to see,
Good triumphs over evil, ultimately.
A battle fought with love and grace,
Leading every lost soul to a sacred place.
So, let our actions reflect the light,
Guiding all towards what is right.
For in the end, it's love that wins,
A force that forgives, and cleanses sins.
Together, let's stand, strong and true,
With every deed, let goodness flow through.
For in the tapestry that God has spun,
Good shall prevail, when all is said and done.
March 3, 2024
Created by
MarkWaldrop
Golden Gate Park a timeless place
To bask in God’s Peace and Grace
A tranquil stroll with dogs in hand
Calms the anxious soul of any man
Children playing and running all around
Recovers memories lost but now found
The smell of the blossoming flowers
Unrest in my mind Peace overpowers
All good things must come to an end.
I am confident this will happen again.
January 29, 2024
MarkWaldrop
In Savannah's streets I wandered slow,
Past a church in decay, where dim lights glow.
Through the window's pane, a hymn did start,
A funeral's lament touched my heart.
Sympathy awakened, wonder took its hold,
In a negro pew, the tale unfolds.
Young couples weeping, sorrow wild,
On the altar lay a coffin, a sorrowful child.
Rows of elders, a preacher's grand stance,
At a wooden desk, in a solemn trance.
"Don't be weepin'," he kindly said,
For the child has run where angels tread.
He's doing fine, appreciates your love,
But the Father above calls from realms above.
Not by miles did He give the boy,
Just lent some sunshine, a fleeting joy.
Let your hearts grow, with love so deep,
Till silver tears in your eyes do weep.
Poor mourners, let Jesus's peace abide,
No need for criticism, in Him, confide.
For comforts given, can be taken away,
Praise the Lord in glory, let us pray.
In the large house above, the child is kept,
Rest in peace, dear ones, as your hearts accept.
December 17, 2023
Created by
MarkWaldrop
Taken from
Steal Away - Lyrics
Red Foley
Can I win the race in this world of sin
That would depend on the race I’m in
Am I in the race for all earthly things
And immediate gratification it brings
All these things shall pass one day
Leaving this earth forever to stay
Racing for Eternal Life, there is only One Way
Believing and accepting God’s Son Jesus today
Then I have won the race for eternity to live
With the Master, because of the Love, He did Give
October 21, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Keep on keeping on. One foot in front of the other.
Through faith in God you will make it my brother
No matter where you find yourself in this old world
Faith will protect you from the darts being hurled
Put on the Armor of God that you may be protected
From the devils demented thoughts of rejection
Jesus will walk with you through the flames of fire in your life
Not having a burned hair on your head
Dividing good from evil like a sharp knife
September 22, 2023
MarkWaldrop
What is it I need? Everything that needs to be.
Everything that my life and heart desires for me.
Is there something out there that will fulfill all my desires?
Always looking for the Faith and hope my soul requires.
It is all wrapped up into one name I must say.
I found it in the Name of Jesus when I begun to pray.
September 22, 2023
MarkWaldrop
On my journey through this old world of sin
I'm getting mighty tired. Will it ever end
Heading on Home to a restful place with no fear
The closer I get, the louder His whisper in my ear
Come on Home to rest with no end
With Joy and peace, you can't comprehend
Take my hand and remove this worldly pain
I only have God's Wonderous Glory to gain
Thank you, Jesus, for walking with me all these years
Its time to walk home with You where there are no tears
Thank you, God, for sending your Son
For this worldly race, I will have won
May 27, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Where does the honest truth lie
Will I find the answer before I die
The truth may be under the ground
If someone has died before they could expound
It's easy to find the truth on both sides
The absolute truth in the middle seems to hide
The unequivocal truth in the future will rear its head
It could very well be after we’re dead
April 4, 2023
MarkWaldrop
