Category Archives: Poetic Contemplations

Appropriate Measures

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Wasn’t a good idea to be drinking coffee in the kitchen with friends… so we moved out to the patio! Continue reading →

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Sojourners

Posted on February 21, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Even though I might seem to have very little in common with some of the folks I’ve given a ride to, we were at least headed in the same direction. Continue reading →

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Beneath the Branches

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Doc Arnett

Accidentally having disturbed a small bird from its sheltered place on a wintry morning, I resolve to be more careful. Continue reading →

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In the Wake of Bitter News

Posted on December 31, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Even in the aching numbness of loss, let us remember–and cherish–the amazing power of love. Continue reading →

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Christmas at the Community Church

Posted on December 23, 2019 by Doc Arnett

With an angel standing on a stool and shouting directions to Joseph and Mary, it was a little different take on the Christmas story–and a thoroughly enjoyable one! Continue reading →

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The Law of Seed and Harvest

Posted on December 16, 2019 by Doc Arnett

If we keep finding stuff we don’t like growing in our lives, we might need to take a careful look at what particular seeds we’ve been planting and fertilizing. Continue reading →

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Of Dew and Rust and Renewal

Posted on December 11, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Never forget that though our faith may be hard-tested and hope sometimes seems to grow dim, it is in the trial that both are not only proved, but also improved! Continue reading →

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A Word to One’s Self

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Doc Arnett

Be strong, be smart, be tough, be humble… even when (especially when!) doing so seems more paradox than orthodox! Continue reading →

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Hold to Such Memories

Posted on December 2, 2019 by Doc Arnett

The longer I live, the more I treasure the memories of family gatherings and see such memories as sacred fragments. Continue reading →

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The Healing Silence

Posted on November 19, 2019 by Doc Arnett

In the examination of our own thoughts, we both know and are known. Continue reading →

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