Welcome to Arizona, The Grand Canyon State,
Where nature's marvels await, both early and late.
With landscapes so vast, breathtaking, and grand,
Come explore the wonders of this desert land.
In the heart of the Southwest, where sunsets ignite,
The colors of the desert, are a mesmerizing sight.
Crimson canyons carved by the hands of time,
Revealing secrets ancient, majestic, and prime.
The Grand Canyon is vast, a masterpiece of art,
A chasm of beauty that captures every heart.
From rim to rim, its vastness stretches wide,
A testament to nature's enduring pride.
Saguaro cacti, guardians of the land,
Their arms reaching skyward, as if to command.
They stand like sentinels, steadfast and strong,
As if whispering tales of Arizona's song.
Venture further, and you'll find Sedona's embrace,
With crimson-hued rocks, an ethereal space.
Vortexes of energy swirl and enchant,
Inviting all seekers to meditate and chant.
In Tucson, the saguaros continue to thrive,
Where the desert thrums with a vibrant drive.
With museums and gardens, a cultural domain,
Where history and art interweave, leaving a lasting stain.
And don't forget Phoenix, a metropolis of light,
A desert oasis, bustling, both day and night.
Skyscrapers soaring, against the desert's backdrop,
A blend of modern and ancient, an exhilarating hop.
From the Monument Valley to the Petrified Forest,
Arizona's wonders are boundless and flawless.
With painted deserts and a lot of canyons to explore,
A playground for adventurers, forevermore.
So welcome to Arizona, where dreams come alive,
In the vastness of canyons, where spirits thrive.
A land of endless beauty, an adventurer's delight,
The Grand Canyon State is a true desert paradise.
June 11, 2023
Created by
MarkWaldrop
My heart and soul are memorized with the Grand Canyon State
From the Desert to the Mountains Glorious scenes await
No matter where in the State
The Presence of God awaits
From the Saguaro Cactus in the southern part of the state
To the Grand Canyon in the North, where Heavens Gate awaits
The Red Rocks of Sedona is a sight I could never imagine
A visit to God’s Creation certainly changed my passion
The Painted Desert with its multicolor shifting sands
The vibrant colors of the wildflowers
my love commands
In no other state can you bathe in the sun at noon
Skiing on the slopes of the Snow Bowl or Sunrise by the light of the moon
No better place than I had rather be
Than the confines of Arizona for me
June 11, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Trust God in every which way
and continue to pray every day
To form this habit all through life
Will bring you close to God with less strife
Pray continually and listen more
This will reveal God’s Plan evermore
With God’s plan in plain sight
Your heart will be full of delight
Thank You, God, for sending your son Jesus
That Your Love sent through Him will save us.
June 11, 2023
MsrkWaldrop
Southern Sweetness comes from the Heart, not the deep South
It may come from how we were raised or the delicious food we put in our mouth
The sweetness comes from Love passed through God's People here on earth
Some are called angels some friends some we never meet again
One thing is for sure more than Gold is their great Heavenly worth
June 10, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Gratitude Pride and Love can bring emotions from deep within
Being so over joyous you want to share it again and again
Gratitude Pride and Love may be of an earthly nature
Bragging about the accomplishments of those you love even family members
Gratitude Pride and Love may come from a spiritual revelation
Mine comes from meeting God’s son Jesus and my Salvation
I can't keep from sharing His Good News over and over again
June 10, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In all things, the divine plan unfolds,
As whispered in the verse that Heaven holds.
Romans 8:28, a guiding light,
Assurance that God's goodness shines so bright.
Within these words, a promise resides,
Of blessings woven within life's tides.
For those who love, with hearts open wide,
God's purpose manifests, an endless tide.
Though trials may come, and storms may roar,
In every challenge, blessings He'll restore.
For in the tapestry of life's design,
God's hands, the threads of goodness intertwine.
In moments of joy, or when tears cascade,
In both the sunshine and the darkest shade,
God orchestrates, with loving embrace,
His purposes, woven with wisdom and grace.
In every hurdle, a lesson to glean,
In every setback, a higher path unseen.
Through every loss, a gain yet untold,
In every sorrow, His comfort unfolds.
For those called according to His grand plan,
In all things, the Father works His mighty hand.
Through the highs and lows, the trials we face,
God's goodness prevails, His love leaves no trace.
So let us hold fast, in faith and adore,
The promise of Romans 8:28 evermore.
For in His boundless love, we can trust,
That God works for good, faithful and just.
May our hearts be anchored in this divine truth,
Knowing God's hand shapes our days, our youth.
In all things, His purpose will unfold,
For those who love Him, a story yet untold.
Created by
MarkWaldrop
In the realm of rivers and lakes so wide,
A tale of anglers takes us on a ride.
Dr. Ron, once a professor esteemed,
Now a fisherman, by the water it seems.
With a cane pole in hand from an early age,
His mother's lessons set the fishing stage.
In Michigan's lakes, a world to explore,
Perch and Sunfish, his treasures to adore.
As time went by, his skills took flight,
Casting his line, seeking greater delight.
Northern Pike, Bullhead, and other fish too,
Each one is a challenge, a prize to pursue.
Across states and borders, he cast his net,
In Canada's waters, he would often set.
From Louisiana's Gulf, where the salt air roams,
To Florida's shores, where the sea whispers poems.
But among all the species that danced in his sights,
A love for Catfish burned bright, day and night.
The mighty Blue Cats, with their strength untold,
Captivated his heart, a passion they'd hold.
Alongside his son, a fishing team emerged,
Brad, his fishing companion, whose talent surged.
They were partners in angling, father and son,
A bond strengthened by the water they'd run.
Michigan and Gulf waters they did explore,
Freshwater and saltwater, they both did adore.
From the depths of Lake Barkley, their journey took flight,
Chasing Catfish and Stripers, their shared delight.
Together they cast their lines, side by side,
Patiently waiting for the fish to abide.
With each tug and struggle, a story unfurled,
A testament to the joy found in the fishing world.
Dr. Ron, and his son Brad, the angler
A duo connected by a love they both savor.
In lakes and rivers, they found their retreat,
Amidst the ripples of nature's symphony sweet.
So let their tales echo through time's endless stream,
Of fisherman's dreams and the bond they redeem.
Dr. Catfish and his son united as one,
In the pursuit of Catfish, their lifelong fun
Compiled by
MarkWaldrop
What comes naturally in worldly realms
Is easy I must say
The natural acquisition of spiritual things is difficult for only by faith we can see
Praying to God every moment of the day and surrendering to the Love of His Son Jesus is the only way to bring my natural spiritual ability into play
Doing what comes naturally whether being a worldly sin or God’s Love and Grace from above
Will bring us either frustration or contentment in the things we choose to love
June 9, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In the battles of desires, a war within our hearts,
Fights and quarrels arise, tearing us apart.
What causes this strife, this endless strife we see?
From desires unfulfilled, a longing to be free.
We crave what we lack, our desires consume,
In the pursuit of our wants, we seal our own doom.
Coveting what's not ours, we yearn and we strive,
Yet we fail to realize, our souls can't truly thrive.
We do not seek guidance, we do not humbly ask,
For the blessings we need, from the Divine's loving grasp.
Instead, we turn to violence, to settle our disputes,
In our restless pursuits, we trample love and truth.
But when we do seek, with motives pure and right,
Our requests may be granted, in God's wondrous light.
For selfish desires, that seek only pleasure's gain,
Shall find no solace, no relief from their pain.
Oh, adulterous souls, entangled with the world's charm,
Know that friendship with it, leads to spiritual harm.
Choosing the world as ally, we stand against our Lord,
Becoming enemies, forsaking His sacred accord.
Do you not comprehend, the jealousy of God's heart?
He longs for our spirits, to never stray apart,
He grants us boundless grace, in abundance and more,
But only to the humble, who on bended knee implore.
For God opposes the proud, those arrogant in their way,
But showers His favor, on the meek who humbly pray.
In the verses of James, wisdom's treasure is found,
In seeking God's grace, on humble knees we're bound.
So let us shed our pride, let us bow down low,
And in God's gracious presence, let His love freely flow.
For in surrender and submission, we find peace divine,
And in the arms of the Almighty, our hearts align.
James 4:1-6
June 9, 2023
Compiled by
MarkWaldrop
That old clock standing in the hall
never missed a tick or chime that I could recall
Then one day it became silent
To look at its face it seemed to be smiling
An anostinushed look came over all of our faces
The winding of that clock was one of Grandamas many sweet graces
Grandma died about a month ago
That old clock longed for her touch so
She became tired and could live no longer I guess the same for the clock
We wound it as tight as we could but never another chime or a tock
We bowed our heads and said a silent prayer for Grandma in Heaven
and that old silent clock a reminder forever
June 6, 2023
MarkWaldrop
