Completed the alphabet posts (based on God’s Word), for April 2026 A-to-Z Challenge…time for a break ~ stay healthy and blessed, y’all💖
2 Tim 2:15 Weymouth New Testament
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Lord, Your Word
is so full of pageantry
promises and purpose!
Keep my heart’s zeal strong, steady
for serving You and others–
Would that I could
be there now, as You
are prepping for
the Great Celebration
Your Kingdom come
at last!
~ Cale
Amplified Bible
For He [the LORD] put on righteousness like a coat of armor, And salvation like a helmet on His head; He put on garments of vengeance for clothing And covered Himself with zeal [and great love for His people] as a cloak. Isaiah 59:17
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For out of Jerusalem will come a remnant and from Mount Zion a band of survivors. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will do this. Isa 37:32
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There shall be no end to the increase of His government and of peace, [He shall rule] on the throne of David and over his kingdom, To establish it and to uphold it with justice and righteousness From that time forward and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will accomplish this. Isa 9:7
“Fan into flame the gracious gift of God, [that inner fire—the special endowment] which is in you…” 2 Tim 1:6
Amplified Bible
Do not quench [subdue, or be unresponsive to the working and guidance of] the [Holy] Spirit. I Thes 5:19
9 Love must be sincere. Detest what is evil; cling to what is good. 10 Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.
11 Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord
12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.
13 Share with the saints who are in need.
Practice hospitality. Rom 12:9-13
Amplified Bible
Just as each one of you has received a special gift [a spiritual talent, an ability graciously given by God], employ it in serving one another as [is appropriate for] good stewards of God’s multi-faceted grace [faithfully using the diverse, varied gifts and abilities granted to Christians by God’s unmerited favor]. I Pet 4:10
Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you. Eph 4:29-32
I’m humble-proud–as Christian authors and pastors are fond of saying–to bring a fancy-schmancy word for the letter “X”.😉 The link to Merriam-Webster is at end of post.
💖✝🍪✝💖
Let us be gracious and hospitable
to welcome those from other cities
~ our home, and gifts from larder share ~
we know not if they bring God’s message
or have burdened heart, need our prayer ~
~ Cale
These days, breath held
I wait and watch for
Spectacular Shekinah glory…
Oh Lord, make haste, return!
Let vast wonders of Your love
by troubled World, discern–
You’re the Promise Keeper
every one of them is written
on pages of Your Word
even children know that You are Truth
For ears to hear, Your voice is heard…
we read them over and again
in our hearts they often burn…
please hear our urgent prayers dear Lord:
we seek Your face–it’s for You we yearn ~
~ Cale
Amplified Bible
My soul waits for the Lord More than the watchmen for the morning; More than the watchmen for the morning. Ps 130:6
Micah 7:7
But as for me, I will look to the LORD; I will wait for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me.
Amplified Bible
I will tell of the lovingkindnesses of the LORD, and the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, According to all that the LORD has done for us… Isaiah 63:7
Isaiah 40:31
But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.
Psalm 119:148
My eyes anticipate the watches of night, that I may meditate on Your word.
Psalm 27:14
Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD!
Amplified Bible
[The LORD replied,] “Look among the nations! See! Be astonished! Wonder! For I am doing something in your days— You would not believe it if you were told. Hab 1:5
Isaiah 29:14
Therefore, behold, I will proceed to do a marvellous work among this people, even a marvellous work and a wonder: for the wisdom of their wise men shall perish, and the understanding of their prudent men shall be hid.
Acts 13:41
‘Look, you scoffers, wonder and perish! For I am doing a work in your days that you would never believe, even if someone told you.’”
Mark 13:35-37
Therefore keep watch, because you do not know when the master of the house will return—whether in the evening, at midnight, when the rooster crows, or in the morning. / Otherwise, he may arrive without notice and find you sleeping. / And what I say to you, I say to everyone: Keep watch!”
Amplified Bible
“Men of Israel, listen to these words: Jesus of Nazareth, a Man accredited and pointed out and attested to you by God with [the power to perform] miracles and wonders and signs which God worked through Him in your [very] midst, just as you yourselves know— Acts 2:22
Bless JESUS’ Name and never stop speaking about His goodness
Give up obsessive perfectionism
Be more courageous and strong
Be more attentive to what’s important, let small stuff go
Drink more water, eat less popcorn
Stop being jealous of neighbor’s popularity🙄
Be more disciplined–wiser–about spending habits
Be more diligent in praying for others
Be less critical, more compassionate
Complain less, Praise GOD & thank Him More
Think longer…before I speak too fast
Encourage others often, and say, “I care about you”
Be patient with others…and myself
Worry less, do my “audacious faith”
Unchain my heart
Offer grace as generously as I share other gifts
Be less rigid, more relaxed
Choose JOY & GRATITUDE always
Remember to be KIND and understanding
Maintain a youthful spirit
Forgive more quickly
Never stop laughing, and making others laugh
Keep cooking/baking till my stove dies (& share more food, eat less)
Be settled in God’s WORD, trust HIM more
Stay still in Bible several times a day
Beat the devil down when, uninvited, he tries to stay
Remember: sleep is NOT optional
Be calmer, less Crazy
Keep on writing
Wait & watch for oportunities to nudge folks toward the Lord
Push the Past away, look to promised brighter Tomorrow😇
Amplified Bible
For I know the plans and thoughts that I have for you,’ says the LORD, ‘plans for peace and well-being and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jer 29:11
~♥~
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“The LORD is my portion and my inheritance,” says my soul; “Therefore I have hope in Him and wait expectantly for Him.”
Lam 3:24
~♥~
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I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.] Phil 4:13
Amplified Bible
You too, be patient; strengthen your hearts [keep them energized and firmly committed to God], because the coming of the Lord is near. James 5:8
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For with God nothing [is or ever] shall be impossible.” Luke 1:37
1 Corinthians 1:7-8
Therefore you do not lack any spiritual gift as you eagerly await the revelation of our Lord Jesus Christ. / He will sustain you to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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FOR YET IN A VERY LITTLE WHILE, HE WHO IS COMING WILL COME, AND WILL NOT DELAY. Heb 10:37
When thoughts terrify
threaten tumult
time and again…
torturous tormenting
with trials and tricks
that trample peace
joy and hope
the Past overtaking Tomorrow…
when faith tumbles as thoughts
test, tempt toward destruction–
Turn your eyes upon JESUS
trust the Lord God–
talk to Him, tell Him everything
be led by Good Shepherd
accept His Timing…for
He will Defy the Tempter
tamp twirling-twisted tempest–
the Enemy’s tournament
always ends in our Victory
with true laurel, gold Testimony🏆
~ Cale (don’t miss the 2 great songs following Bible verses!)
Amplified Bible
Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why are you restless and disturbed within me? Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him, for I shall again praise Him, The help of my [sad] countenance and my God. Psalm 43:5
Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Psalm 94:19
When anxiety overwhelms me, Your consolation delights my soul.
Psalm 130:5
I wait for the LORD; my soul does wait, and in His word I put my hope.
21Yet I call this to mind, and therefore I have hope: 22Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail.… Lamentations 3
Psalm 33:20,21
Our soul waiteth for the LORD: he is our help and our shield.
Psalm 56:3-4
When I am afraid, I put my trust in You. / In God, whose word I praise—in God I trust. I will not be afraid.
Psalm 28:7
The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.
Nahum 1:7
The LORD is good, a stronghold in the day of distress; He cares for those who trust in Him.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; / in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.
Jeremiah 17:7
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.
Psalm 125:1
They that trust in the LORD shall be as mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever.
Isaiah 12:2
Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. For the LORD GOD is my strength and my song, and He also has become my salvation.”
2 Samuel 22:31
As for God, His way is perfect; the word of the LORD is flawless. He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.
When I first got “saved” I had only one urgent motive: Avoid Hell.
Then came “wandering years”. And many years of trying to be “worthy” of Christ’s sacrifice, falling short, giving up, trying harder. If you haven’t noticed–it’s very difficult to do much in life, in your own strength. That’s why followers of Jesus are given the gift of His Holy Spirit within us–to HELP.
After 2011’s ephiphany I began reading the Bible with genuine interest, and choosing church leaders who were also good Bible teachers. Before long I was an eager tither, and more focused during the Lenten and Advent seasons. And I was doing my best in areas where I had at least some recognizable gift for service: cooking for neighbors, talking about my faith in a “non-preachy” manner, being an Encourager (a surprise to me, so well-acquainted with Depression).
Soon the Bible became The Greatest Adventure story–with real people, and lessons God taught them…for our benefit. There was much to learn! It took awhile for me to catch the revelation that Jesus isn’t just my Savior–God intended that He be Lord of my life…the BOSS. That was tricky, I admit…I’m a control-freak.
There’s lots more I’m working on–partnered with the Lord. The critical “judge-y” stuff is still being weeded out–and I need to ASK for wisdom and discernment often, and LISTEN for His voice…to avoid misunderstanding His directions.
Being a servant isn’t always easy. There are boundaries–which does NOT mean choosing to serve only people I like…who are “nice”, grateful, and reciprocate. I am bound to serve “as unto the Lord”–any whosoever He puts in my path…an arrogant narcissist, a thief and liar, or someone who said mean things about me yesterday and lacks compassion. Unless these are habitual offenders, I’m expected to forgive and afford them God’s grace–a chance to receive from Him, through me.
I became a gung-ho “giver”, it’s FUN to be generous! But there can be pitfalls…people may assume you are “God’s ATM”. Sometimes Jesus repeats this phrase to keep me from further debt: “Just this, and no more”.
Maturity is a journey–I’m ever grateful for the Lord’s patience–it’s not in Him to give up on me.
Walking with Him is so hugely Good. My second reason for being a Christian, once Hell was off the table: I was desperate for unconditional love. Growing up unloved is Hard. Even now, when the Lord does something beyond amazing for me–and I’m thanking and praising Him all over the place because I still can’t believe it’s true–He looks at me and asks, “why do you always think the last good thing I did for you, is the LAST one?”
Give that a ponder, won’t you? It’s about His endlessly expansive Love. And, if you’re one who thinks you can get along okay without Him…I hope you have a praying friend or family member–because we never know what’s around the next corner. I’m not preaching, just sayin’.😊
At the end of the post there’s something Wonderful! ~ Cale
1 Peter 4:11
If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.
Amplified Bible
Please, O Lord, let Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and the prayer of Your servants who delight to [reverently] fear Your Name [Your essence, Your nature, Your attributes, with awe]; and make Your servant successful this day ~ Neh 1:11
Lamsa Bible
And serve well with your whole soul, with love, as to our LORD, and not to men. Eph 6:7
7Serve with good will, as to the Lord and not to men, 8 because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good he does. Berean Standard Bible Eph 6:7-8
Serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you. I Chron 28:9
2 Corinthians 8:12
For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have.
Matthew 25:40
And the King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.’
1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
Ex 29:43
Reigning King eternal, Rock of Ages…He is Redeemer
Of lost anything/everything: time, dreams, dignity, freedom, joy, homes, purpose, hope, sanity, health, relationships; and most of all, each humbled person who “believes on Him” and chooses to call Him Lord and Savior–asking Him to right their ship before they sink beneath Life’s overwhelming swells…
Christ is the ever strong, faithful, steadfast Rock on which I stand safe, secure; in Whom I rest and am restored. And at this very moment He’s still:
Knocking on door of many hearts…inviting folks to receive His Abundant Life, here and now. Make haste to accept Him–THIS may be the day of your visitation💖✝💖.
~ Cale… If I don’t speak, the rocks will paise HIM with shouts!*
Amplified Bible
and all [of them] drank the same spiritual drink, for they were drinking from a spiritual rock which followed them; and the rock was Christ. I Cor 10:4
GOD’S WORD® Translation
This is what the Almighty LORD says: I am going to lay a rock in Zion, a rock that has been tested, a precious cornerstone, a solid foundation. Whoever believes [in him] will not worry. Isa 28:16
Deuteronomy 32:4
He is the Rock, His work is perfect; all His ways are just. A God of faithfulness without injustice, righteous and upright is He.
International Standard Version
The LORD is my rock, my fortress, my deliverer, my God, my stronghold in whom I take refuge, my shield, the glory of my salvation, and my high tower.” Ps 18:2
NET Bible
He will surely give me shelter in the day of danger; he will hide me in his home; he will place me on an inaccessible rocky summit.Ps 27:5
Psalm 31:20
You hide them in the secret place of Your presence from the schemes of men. You conceal them in Your shelter from accusing tongues.
We whisper together
You and I, Lord…
in the dark wee hours
when my world is quiet–
Sometimes we write…
or, we “reason together”
how to resolve concerns…
You clarify how much
is my responsibility
and what part is Yours
to manage mightily for me–
I lay my days, dreams, needs
at Your feet…
all the things
I need help in changing
about myself–and what to accept
both within me, and in others
(thank You for telling me
when to be silent!)–
I’m beyond grateful
for Your Word, Your wisdom
I’m relieved, joyful
as You show me how to live
in a less stressful way–
Your yoke is truly easier
burdens I put on myself
seem ridiculous, after a ponder
we can laugh together
once You’ve quieted my mind
heart, soul full of imaginations
that stormy sea deep inside
mercurial tides of emotion
I rail against, can’t abide–
You hush me, and together
we ride them out…
I sleep in the embrace
of Your Peace ~
~ Cale
New Revised Standard Version
Aspire to live quietly, to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands. I Thes 4:11
REGARDING WISDOM: Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he who hears me will dwell in hope and will be quiet from the multitude of evils. Prov 1:33
Amplified Bible
Surely I have calmed and quieted my soul; Like a weaned child [resting] with his mother, My soul is like a weaned child within me [composed and freed from discontent]. Ps 131:2
Amplified Bible
And the effect of righteousness will be peace, And the result of righteousness will be quietness and confident trust forever. Isa 32:17
Smith’s Literal Translation
And my people shall sit in a dwelling of peace, and in habitations of trust and in quiet resting places.Isa 32:18
Berean Standard Bible
(A song. A Psalm of Asaph.) O God, be not silent; be not speechless; be not still, O God. Ps 83:1
Amplified Bible
Jesus replied, “I tell you, if these [people] keep silent, the stones will cry out [in praise]!” Luke 19:40
English Standard Version
Let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious. I Pet 3:4
Amplified Bible
For the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel has said this, “In returning [to Me] and rest you shall be saved, In quietness and confident trust is your strength.” Isa 30:15
29He calmed the storm to a whisper,
and the waves of the seac were hushed.
30They rejoiced in the silence,
and He guided them to the harbor they desired. Ps 107:29-30
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He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still and quiet waters. Ps 23:2
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“The LORD your God is in your midst, A Warrior who saves. He will rejoice over you with joy; He will be quiet in His love [making no mention of your past sins], He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy. Zeph 3:17
New Living Translation
It is foolish to belittle one’s neighbor; a sensible person keeps quiet. Prov 11:12
Amplified Bible
Therefore, he who is prudent and has insight will keep silent at such a [corrupt and evil] time, for it is an evil time [when people will not listen to truth and will disregard those of good character]. Amos 5:13
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And He got up and [sternly] rebuked the wind and said to the sea, “Hush, be still (muzzled)!” And the wind died down [as if it had grown weary] and there was [at once] a great calm [a perfect peacefulness]. Mark 4:39
The Lord is real, Alive—I know He is NOT distant, but very near, always accessible. With prayer, praises, songs–and jabbering to Him–I intentionally practice living in His Presence everyday, in my Upper Room where there is Light, Truth and JOY!💖
~~♥~~
Before I knew You
I didn’t know
You’ve always been Present–
I was poorly taught, became afraid
now I know fearing You means
“awe-filled reverence, profound respect, obedience”
because You are Sovereign King
Almighty God, Lord supreme
over everything
Alpha & Omega
worthy of all honor
Holy, to be praised
You hold heaven, earth
and every person
in Your powerful hands…
No need to hide from You
You’re not angry, You are loving
merciful, forgiving, patient
as You lead, guide, correct, teach
I read Your Word, amazed!
You were Everywhere
since Creation
sometimes seen, sometimes felt
always heard (often ignored)–
You walked with Adam, Eve
piloted old Noah’s ark
spoke from burning bush–
danced in fiery furnace
with 3 faithful lads–
stood as crossing guard
amid Red Sea–
You assisted midwives
to save baby boys
won EVERY battle you fought–
You were there
in Bethlehem manger
then at the Cross
You were no stranger–
after Resurrection
You startled your friends!
Lord, I can’t comprehend
Your daily goodness
each time I fall, You lift me
with never a scolding, merely
“let’s try this again”…
I’d find my feet
then heartbreak meet
You’ve saved my tears…
I can’t bide a minute without Your love–
You’re still present everywhere:
in birdsong and breeze
dawn’s light and darkest night
at sickbeds, funerals
weddings, births
at accident scenes
celebrations
in courtrooms, prisons
sports events, churches–
You knock on locked closet doors
seeking the lost, blind, lonely–
and You’re in the eyes
of those who know You well
their lips speak Your blessings–
YOU are present, Lord
inhabiting my praises ~
~ Cale
Amplified Bible
And [that you may come] to know [practically, through personal experience] the love of Christ which far surpasses [mere] knowledge [without experience], that you may be filled up [throughout your being] to all the fullness of God [so that you may have the richest experience of God’s presence in your lives, completely filled and flooded with God Himself]. Ephes 3:19
“I am God Almighty; Walk [habitually] before Me [with integrity, knowing that you are always in My presence], and be blameless and complete [in obedience to Me].” Gen 17:1, Amplified Bible
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And they heard the sound of the LORD God walking in the garden in the cool [afternoon breeze] of the day, so the man and his wife hid and kept themselves hidden from the presence of the LORD God among the trees of the garden. Gen 3:8
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Why are you in despair, O my soul? And why have you become restless and disturbed within me? Hope in God and wait expectantly for Him, for I shall again praise Him For the help of His presence. Ps 42:5
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Surely His salvation is near to those who [reverently] fear Him [and obey Him with submissive wonder], That glory [the manifest presence of God] may dwell in our land. Ps 85:9
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Tremble, earth, at the presence of the Lord. Ps 114:7
Amplified Bible
You shall fear [and worship] the LORD your God [with awe-filled reverence and profound respect]; you shall serve Him and cling to Him [hold tightly to Him, be united with Him], and you shall swear [oaths] by His name. Deut 10:20
Amplified Bible
‘Do you not fear Me?’ says the LORD. ‘Do you not tremble [in awe] in My presence? For I have placed the sand as a boundary for the sea, An eternal decree and a perpetual barrier beyond which it cannot pass. Though the waves [of the sea] toss and break, yet they cannot prevail [against the sand ordained to hold them back]; Though the waves and the billows roar, yet they cannot cross over [the barrier]. [Is not such a God to be feared?] Jer 5:22
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The angel replied and said to him, “I am Gabriel; I stand and minister in the [very] presence of God, and I have been sent [by Him] to speak to you and to bring you this good news.” Luke 1:19
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Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? Yet not one of them has [ever] been forgotten in the presence of God. Luke 12:6
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Nor will people say, ‘Look! Here it is!’ or, ‘There it is!’ For the kingdom of God is among you [because of My presence].” Luke 17:21
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Jesus said to them, “If God were your Father [but He is not], you would love and recognize Me, for I came from God [out of His very presence] and have arrived here. For I have not even come on My own initiative [as self-appointed], but He [is the One who] sent Me. John 8:42
New King James Version
Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord. Acts 3:19
Amplified Bible
And when they had prayed, the place where they were meeting together was shaken [a sign of God’s presence]; and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak the word of God with boldness and courage. Acts 4:31
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This hope [this confident assurance] we have as an anchor of the soul [it cannot slip and it cannot break down under whatever pressure bears upon it]—a safe and steadfast hope that enters within the veil [of the heavenly temple, that most Holy Place in which the very presence of God dwells] Heb 6:19
Amplified Bible
For Christ did not enter into a holy place made with hands, a mere copy of the true one, but [He entered] into heaven itself, now to appear in the very presence of God on our behalf; Heb 9:24
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You have taken account of my wanderings; Put my tears in Your bottle. Are they not recorded in Your book? Ps 56:8
Poetry ~ Cabbage After Christmas 