Inspirational Poetry of Connie Arnold

©Gary Strader

The artistry of summer is graced by blooming flowers,

Their colors and aromas have intoxicating powers.

A warm breeze carries the perfume in the air

Of roses, honeysuckle and others here and there.

The morning glories open with the rising of the sun

And four-o'clocks indicate when day is almost done.

From the morning when flowers are wet with dew

Until the evening darkness, they provide a lovely view.

Hollyhocks, geraniums and hydrangeas too

Create a masterpiece of pink, red and blue,

While sunflowers, daisies and marigolds grow

With a bright golden touch to add to the show.

What delight flowers offer on a warm summer day,

As petunias, phlox and zinnias brighten up our way;

The colorful display of the Master gardener's art

Brings delight to the senses and gladdens the heart!

© Connie Arnold, 2009

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A time for rest should be found each day

To be refreshed and restored,

To relax, reflect, meditate and pray,

To spend precious time with the Lord.

Taking a break from work for a while

To enjoy some moments of rest

Can help you face the day with a smile,

Ready to do your best.

Rest is good for the body and soul,

A time to relax and let go,

To understand God is in control

And a peaceful contentment to know.

© Connie Arnold, 2009

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Any day can be much brighter,

Any night seem not so long

When the heart is filled with music

And the living with a song.

 Any task seems not so dreary,

Any right must conquer wrong

When the melody of loving

Is the soul's resounding song.

Any heart can beat more gladly,

Any weakness be made strong

When the Lord provides the music

And the beauty of life's song.

© Connie Arnold, 2009

 ©Gary Strader

A taste of heaven can often be found

Right here with us on earth

By catching a glimpse of God's majesty

And beauty of infinite worth.

God's presence, reigning over creation,

Is with us wherever we go,

Before our eyes and surrounding us

When our hearts are open to know.

So greet each new day expectantly

With an open heart and mind,

Then God's glory, power, love and grace

Are there waiting for you to find.

© Connie Arnold, 2009

The gentle rhythm of the rain

On the roof above my head,

Spattering on the window pane

As I lie resting on my bed,

Soothes me with its steady beat,

So melodic, soft and sweet.

Like the earth, nourished by the rain,

Water for the thirsty sod,

My soul can find relief from pain

And nourishment it needs from God,

As the rain falls with a steady beat,

I'm filled with God's love, so peaceful and sweet.

© Connie Arnold, July 2009

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I want to have this,

I need to have that,

I always desire to have more;

I want something bigger,

Something that’s better

Than I’ve ever had before.

So we can be happy

And be more carefree,

We’re convinced we need more things;

The more we possess

Will lessen our stress

With the satisfaction it brings.

Instead of trying

To always be buying

More things than we can afford,

Enjoy the great value

That waits for you

In free gifts that come from the Lord.

Nothing we buy

Can quite satisfy

The deep longing of our hearts

Like the peace and love

That come from above,

The wealth that God freely imparts.

© Connie Arnold, 2009

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To those you meet along your way

Offer a smile to brighten their day,

Take a moment to say hello,

A bit of kindness and love to show.

When you take time to show you care

With a friendly greeting that you share,

It can give others' spirits a lift

Although it is a simple gift.

The offering of a cheerful smile

Can help make life seem more worthwhile,

And as God smiles in love today,

Blessings will surely come your way!

© Connie Arnold, 2009

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Why do we worry and why do we fret

Over things that haven't happened yet?

Why expect trouble to come in your day

When chances are it won't happen that way?

It's better to start the day with prayer,

Trusting each day to God's loving care,

Giving thanks to God for gifts that are free,

Lovingly offered to you and to me.

So instead of worrying, filled with dread,

Always expect the best instead,

Let the bright promise of hope shine through

And accept the blessings God gives to you!

© Connie Arnold, 2009

Beauty may be discovered each day

On the earth, in the sky and sea.

God's handiwork is on display

Wherever we happen to be.

                           From dawn's early light and into the night,

 Whenever we look around,

                             In golden sunshine or the moon's soft light

       Glimpses of beauty are found.

Open your heart as you open your eyes

To experience life's best things.

You may find inside a pleasant surprise

In the peace, joy and beauty God brings!

© Connie Arnold, June 2009

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Sing a song at the close of the day

Before the fading of light

To soothe the soul in a peaceful way

And prepare for a restful night.

          After a day of toil and care

          As all activities cease,

          Sing a simple, quiet prayer,

          A song of hope and peace.

                    Sing of the longing that you feel

                    For an end to stress and strife,

                    And let a calmness across you steal

                    As you sing of the good things in life.

                             Music has a certain power

                             To cause special feelings to start,

                             Like the scent and beauty of a flower

                             Making joy pulse and flow from the heart.

                                        A sweet song helps nerves to be stilled

                                        As from the day's cares you retreat,

                                        Then the night with music will be filled

                                        And your dreams will be lovely and sweet.

                                                   © Connie Arnold, June 2009

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