The days stretch on, a never-ending stream
Of hopes and fears and shattered dreams
The daily sacrifice, once pure and bright
Now lies in ashes, a pitiful sight
The abomination, a desolate thing
Brings destruction on its scorching wings
A curse upon the land, a blight on the soul
A wound that refuses to be made whole
But in the midst of darkness, there is hope
For those who wait, who learn to cope
With trials and tribulations, they endure
Their faith in God, unshaken and sure
Blessed are they who hold on tight
Through the long and endless night
For when the end finally comes
They will rise to their allotted sums
Rest will come, sweet and serene
No more tears, no more pain, no more mean
And in that place, they will receive
Their inheritance, and they will believe
That all along, God was by their side
Guiding them, protecting them, as they ride
The waves of life, and now they rest
In His arms, eternally blessed.
May 10, 2023
MarkWaldrop
In a cage, a life confined,
A canine soul, forever confined,
Tears in his eyes, a spirit forlorn,
Rescue came, a glimmer of hope born.
Dumped on the road, abandoned and frail,
A tale of cruelty that makes hearts wail,
Those who harm innocent beings like thee,
A place of darkness is where they should be.
Oh, if only they knew the love you bring,
The joy that blossoms from your being,
A lesson learned, a plea to impart,
Only get a pet if you open your heart.
He walks beside you, learning to be free,
Discovering the world, as it should be,
Beside you on your daily quest,
A loyal companion, trust manifest.
With cautious steps, he's finding his way,
From trembling paws, to playful play,
A runner holds him, just for a while,
To protect him from an early trial.
He longs to frolic with feline grace,
But eagerness makes their encounters a chase,
Patience, dear friend, it won't be long,
Till harmony reigns, and peace becomes strong.
Sweet and obedient, his heart beats true,
Grateful for love and care, bestowed by you,
Through gentle guidance, he learns to abide,
A transformation witnessed, side by side.
Oh, how he yearns to roam without bounds,
To explore the fields, the sights and sounds,
As his spirit finds solace, fear takes flight,
Soon, the runner will yield, setting him alight.
In your embrace, he discovers trust,
A bond unbreakable, forged with just,
A flicker of kindness, a nurturing hand,
Rescued from darkness, he now understands.
So let us remember, with empathy and grace,
The forgotten souls, longing for a place,
To all the rescuers, heroes unsung,
Thank you for bringing hope to each one.
May 10, 2023
Compiled by
MarkWaldrop
The devoted men of Berkely Baptist Church
Always for their Loving God they do search
No one above the other all working together just like brothers
No matter where they go or the time of day always willing to serve others in every way
God looks down and blesses them with the love of His Son Jesus
His love in our souls calms and pleases us
As we go about our way let us strive to do just a little more each day
Spreading the Good News of God's Love as we toil from day to day
Bowing our heads and Thanking Him for His Love
Being sent through the Holy Spirit from Heaven Above.
April 30, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Amidst the turmoil and the strife,
A prince arises to protect our life.
Jesus, the great, with strength untold,
Guides us through the darkness and the cold.
For a time of distress is upon us now,
A trial that none can fully allow.
It is a time like none before,
A test that shakes us to our core.
But fear not, for those whose names are written,
In the book of life, shall not be smitten,
With deliverance and with grace,
As Jesus' light shines on their face.
And those who sleep in the dust of the earth,
Shall awaken to a new rebirth,
Some to everlasting life, they'll soar,
While others face eternal shame and more.
So let us hold onto hope and love,
And trust in the power from above,
For Jesus' strength will carry us through,
And lead us to a life that's ever new.
April 28, 2023
Complied by
Mark Waldrop
In the wild and open spaces,
Where nature's beauty graces,
There lies a hidden world to find,
A world where ham radios unwind.
With POTA, we connect,
Our passion for amateur reflect,
In the heart of nature's grandeur,
We share our love for radio's allure.
From national to provincial parks,
We set up our stations and embark,
On a journey of communication,
And emergency awareness activation.
Inspired by the work of KX9X and W3IZ,
We carry on the legacy with pride,
Promoting amateur radio's mission,
To serve and protect in any condition.
With every signal that we send,
We connect with fellow hams and friends,
Sharing our passion for this craft,
In parks that offer a perfect raft.
So welcome to POTA, come explore,
The wild and open world we adore,
With ham radios and nature's call,
We'll make connections that will enthrall.
April 21, 2023
Compiled by
MarkWaldrop
For Jack Espinal KY4EA
Have you been to the gym lately
To whip your body into shape
No pain, no gain, there is no escape
How about your faith? Have you exercised it lately
Does it appear limp and weak, or is it very stately
God may exercise our faith, and it may cause some pain
Going through the fire, we will continue to gain
April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Do I have the confidence to call it?
Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee
Something is going to happen in round three
People don't understand the confidence to call something in the future
Even if that something calls for a suture
Where does my confidence lie
In this world that is so sly
If we hear the word of God and have Faith in His Son Jesus
Our confidence will shine every time someone see us
Amazing Grace I am heaven bound
How do I know because of the confidence I have found
April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop
You have to leave your comfort zone
To continue to March on.
You can only climb the ladder by reaching for the rung above
Always have your eye on Him, searching for His Love
There is no end to the climb here on earth
Gravity will only leave us at our rebirth
Until then, putting one foot in front of the other
We keep sharing God's Love with one another
April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Runners running towards the finish line. Success concept.
Whatever you do, see it through
Be it big or be, it small it's for you
Never give up, never turn back
Pressing forward, staying on track
The finish line lies ahead; with strength and courage, I'll reach it on my deathbed
Eyes straight ahead on God's Son from above
The prize being that of incredible Love
April 20, 2023
MarkWaldrop
Where can I go to get a good night's sleep? I'm tired and have no money, you see
Is there a place where someone cares and they will take care of me
I've heard there is such a place. I do not know where to look
Someone told me it is spoken of in the Good Book
Please, Please help me. I am fading away. I don't think I can last another day
I can see it now; it's just across the bridge
Luscious green pasture with cool running water just over the ridge
Thank you, my friend, for caring for me
Such Love, I never thought I would see
April 19, 2023
MarkWaldrop
