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I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2"  : "The Night" Tonight, I watched a 20-minute video about The Bible's Truth, concerning Heaven and Hell. It sobered me once again to think that all humans, known by me and those I do not know, will live forever, either in Heaven or Hell. How do I get the message of the Gospel to those I have the responsibility to tell? The poem expresses how I might feel in a place of complete darkness with no hope of any human tools of illumination. I believe that is one description of Hell. "For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:" (I Corinthians 15:3-4, KJV) Are we ready for the moment when Jesus says, "It's Time"? Jay O'Toole |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Back in the Yard to Mow" Well, the first mowing of the season is in the books, but I had a visit from an unwanted guest about two hours after the deed was done. This reminds me of a story I heard as a teen when I was having supper with my family in a rather jovial senior citizen's home, who was one of their older friends. "Let me tell you about the men in my life. Every night, I go to bed with Mr. Ben Gay and wake up with Mr. Charlie Horse." It was funny back then, but I have lived long enough to fully understand what she meant when we all busted out laughing. Blessings, All!     |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Unique Tastes" Fingerprints are unique to individuals to the degree that no other human being has my fingerprints. Similarly, supper time has always been a curiosity to me. The axiom, "If you can't say something nice, then don't say anything at all." This has been a challenge when I see someone eating something that makes me want to run outside for fresh air, or to the bathroom to find the "porcelain bus." However, over the years, I have grown older and hopefully wiser, coming to realize that taste buds are just as unique as fingerprints. As a child, my "sweet tooth" took a back seat to no one. I loved to visit my paternal grandmother because she had a peppermint jar, that was the best. Throughout my youth into my early adult years, I was thoroughly in love with the delicacy of chocolate-chip cookie dough ice cream, slathered in Karo Syrup. The sweeter the better. (I can still do that, but my dentist gets a little offended when I do.) Amazingly, there are actually humans who like Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and the like, eating them by choice, not just when a parent or health-conscious spouse is standing over them. It would seem that some taste buds activate the pleasure center of the brain when vegetables are eaten. Who knew? It has taken me a large number of years to comprehend that taste buds are like fingerprints. Something other than ice cream, cookies, Maple syrup, and chocolate chips (straight out of the bag) can bring Joy to the mouth, tummy, and life. And just maybe there are people who can do things other than watching college football throughout the afternoon and evening, resulting in a day well spent. Finally, I have learned that people can enjoy relaxing activities twelve months out of the year, without mentioning Christmas, even once...(SHOCK! Pick Self up off the floor.) Really? :/ I can respect that. Don't understand it, but I can respect that.  Jay O'Toole |
I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Voices" We live in a world of voices. Most profess that what is believed is the truth. "All roads lead to lasting bliss!" these voices say. Some unpopular voices are not convinced of this. Let us read this night about voices! May we forever be truly blessed! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Alouette: "The Search for Peace"" This is one reason why so many of us believe The Lord Jesus will return soon in the clouds. The search for peace has become the pasttime for many, if not most humans. If this search is inward toward the self, then we will miss real peace. If we look up to The One, Who made us, then peace is His Gift. (John 14:6, KJV) May The Lord give each one of us Real Peace. Blessings, All! |
I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Who Can Change the Heart?" Jesus of Nazareth is the Only One Who can change the human heart. I am so grateful He elects do so, according to His Free Will. (Romans 9:15-16; John 6:37,44) Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "How to Be Saved" : "What is in Your Heart?" "19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, 20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, 21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law." (Galatians 5:19-23, KJV) "Follow your heart!" This results in Galatians 5:19-21. "Follow The Spirit of The Lord!" This is shown in Galatians 5:22-23. What does your heart care about? Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : ""In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lion"" There is a piece of weather trivia (or lore) I have heard most of my life. "If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb. If March comes in like a lamb, it will go out like a lion." However, March 2025 seems to be outside of normal time, at least where I live. Can I get a witness, Sister AmyJo-Spring's finally here!  ? We started this month with harsh weather, and the harsh weather has pretty much maintained itself throughout. All these little sayings go into a place in my brain, where I keep my grammar rules, "I before E, except after C..." However, in the future, the Tribulation Period of the HIStory of Mankind could make the lion of this month look like the lamb. I pray we'll all be ready for that day of unimaginable weather, and The Lord Alone knows what else. (I Corinthians 15:3-4, KJV) Blessings, All! |
| The weather is just plain crazy. Is it the "beginning of birth pangs"? I couldn't tell you, but the weather has a mind of its own, it seems. |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "How to Be Saved" : "Salvation is Inseparably Linked to Authority" We live in a world of emotions. Those emotions tempt us to believe that experience is king. "A person filled with doctrines is no match for a personal experience." I've heard this philosophy more times than I can remember the count. The person, who is your final authority, is the only one who save you when this life ends, and Eternity begins. Is that person worthy and up to the job? "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." (John 14:6, KJV) Jay O'Toole |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "My Friend, Doy" Tomorrow will make 23 years since my Dad passed away, but this week marks the passing of a dear friend, who has gone to be with The Lord. The past year or two has been a physical challenge for Doy, who had to have one leg amputated months ago, and the second one just recently. Doy was an active man who loved to work out in the yard on a daily basis. Lying in a bed 24-7 must have been unspeakably difficult for him. His wife said he had multiple things wrong with him. So, I'm left to believe that death was a relief for Doy. Today, Doy is whole again, and those of us who knew him in this life must live with his absence until the Eternal Day. May The Lord grant each of us the ability to love our friends and family, well, while we walk this earthly sod together. Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Monotetra: "These Days Run Fast"" Today's poem has been created for the weekly challenge from
The monotetra is a good form poem for me. I think I'll revisit this one from time to time. According to Tinker  on the website, Poetry Magnum Opus, "Monotetra is an invented stanzaic form found at several sites on the internet including Random Writerly Thoughts . It was created by Michael Walker. As you may have guessed from the name the form is mono-rhymed and written in tetrameter. The defining features of the Monotetra are: 1. stanzaic, written in any number of quatrains. 2. metric, iambic tetrameter. 3. rhymed, each stanza is mono rhymed aaa(A/A) bbb(B/B) ccc(C/C) etc. 4. L4 is composed with a dimeter refrain that is repeated within the line, like an echo." Thanks, Tinker . Your descriptions of poem forms are filled with information, while at the same time being direct and to the point. That works well for my brain. I hope you learned something, Everyone, and will enjoy my poem. Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Friendship Wears Camel's Hair" Used to be that friendship was only welcomed when there were no conflicts, but wisdom indicates that often times the best friends are those who "tell you off" to your face. If I'm being stupid, then I should have someone "tell me off." A best friend will shout, "STOP!" when you're about to walk off a cliff, whether metaphorically or actually. That's the kind of friend John the Baptist was. (Matthew 3:1-17,KJV) May every human have at least one friend like that. Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "English Sonnet: "God, The Most"" Spring is here, according to the calendar. Spring is coming, according to the touch of the breeze on the arms. Jesus shows He is Lord, according to the unfolding of prophecy in these days of HIStory. Paul wrote of a future event that will surely come to pass. "5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: 7 But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: 8 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. 9 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: 10 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; 11 And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." (Philippians 2:5-11,KJV) Vessel of honor? Vessel of dishonor? The Lord Alone knows. "Hath not the potter power over the clay, of the same lump to make one vessel unto honour, and another unto dishonour?" (Romans 9:21, KJV) Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Shapes and Colors in Art" Tonight's poem has three works of art as its subjects on the wall of my crafting area. Two are tapestries made with Backstitch a few years ago. The other is a winter scene of a cardinal family purchased years ago to decorate for Christmas. Right now the area has a soft, warm light from Christmas lights of multiple colors, predominantly white. This causes the subjects to have varied distinctives, which can cause the brain "to go on an adventure." (Nod to Mr. Bilbo Baggins.) Blessings, All! |
| I've added a new entry to my book, "These Are My JOTtings, Part #2" : "Limerick: "Great Need for a Kitty"" I own the cat, which is the subject of today's Limerick response to the weekly challenge from
Blessings, All! |
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