If we have never sought, we seek Thee now;Thine eyes burn through the dark, our only stars;We must have sight of thorn-pricks on Thy brow,We must have Thee, O Jesus of the Scars. The heavens frighten us; they are too calm;In all the universe we have no place.Our wounds are hurting us; where is the … Continue reading “Jesus of the Scars” by Edward Shillito
Poetry
The Joy of a Simple Life
There is so much joy to be found in the simplicity of life.
Embrace the Beauty of Summer
I'm ready for summer. Bring on the green! Bring on the vibrant beauty of flowers And fuzzy bottomed bumblebees Dizzy with delight. Bring on the blue! Bluebird days that melt into Marmalade sunsets And the fiery hues of a campfire Surrounded by friends and stories and Burnt marshmallows with chocolate drizzling down the edges. Bring … Continue reading Embrace the Beauty of Summer
Every Age I Ever Was
I am every age I ever was Every stage rolled into one A toddler, a child, a teen And forty something years into the scene I’ve managed to keep a Wide eyed wonder at the world. I’m easily intoxicated With music And beauty And laughter of littles All because I decided that simple things would … Continue reading Every Age I Ever Was
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