Tag Archives: trees

Holding Tight on the Long Nights

Posted on March 3, 2015 by Doc Arnett

Like old oak trees holding to dead leaves on a winter night, a good stubbornness can carry us through the tough times. Continue reading →

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Be the Blessing

Posted on February 12, 2015 by Doc Arnett

May the peaceful dawning of a cold winter morning lead you into being the blessing that others need today. Continue reading →

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Trouble in the Orchard

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Doc Arnett

A fruit tree that won’t bloom can’t bear fruit. That’s really frustrating, especially if you love apples! Continue reading →

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Lord’s Day Afternoon

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Such are the chances taken
when the temporary lies of temperature
tempt us into thinking we can escape the season.
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Good Measure

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Doc Arnett

In the strong stir of southern wind,
the long, slender limbs of locust
bend to the north in sweeping crescents
of graceful submission, Continue reading →

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A Strong Wind

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Doc Arnett

Here in the Missouri-Iowa-Nebraska corner of Kansas, it is a rare day that the wind does not blow. Continue reading →

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