Life

Life

By: Adrielle R. Bollin

The will to hang on when all else fails

The stubborn refusal to give up and wail

That dogged determination to live and go on

Is found in the hearts of both weak and strong

That uncompromising drive to survive

When impossible is the only other thing to thrive

Yet still all is possible for those who believe

No sky is the limit when vision conceives

Amazing journeys and testimonies sing

When heart and mind and will take wing

The trumpet of God in death's shadow declares

Hope is ever present ever living to share

The peace you gave to save us from wrath

Has given the freedom to choose any path

T'was more than a gift you gave us this day

T'was life in abundance and love, our mainstay

Merry Christmas Everyone

Curious Kitten

 "Curious Kitten"

 Photos By: Adrielle R. Bollin

Mark 10:14b - 16 Let the little children come to me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God.  Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.  And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them.

Quiet

What can I say folks, my silver-tongue is quiet as a stone these days... All is well, I just can't seem to find a poem in me these days.  Forgive my absence... Here are some photos to hold your attention just a bit longer.  :)

"Cherished Notes"

"Cherished Notes"

By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

The way He loves with all He has

Is so inclusive and unabashed

Like a sudden rainfall or bright moon beam

He overwhelms and shines on me

That perfect love that has no bounds

No greater love will ever be found

He'll show it through a stranger's eyes

You'll see it too in prairie skies

The sacrifice that I recall 

Was just for me, was for us all

He gives me place, gives hope and life

He clothes with peace, removing strife

Like wind which blows but is not seen

Or air so crisp, so clear and clean

Like a sea of green Kentucky trees

Or the wash of blue Caribbean seas

I see His love and feel his grace

As I take it all in, in every place

Though I long for the day He'll come again

I'll cherish each note in nature's pen

"GO!"

"GO!"
By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

Stepping out in the water, braving a new day

I'm having trouble moving, fear of failure in my way

I'm already on adventure but I've come to this crossroad

 I could take my leap of faith or take the road I know

Will I brave the great divide, have the experience of my life

Or will I take the way that's easy and and forever wonder why

Will I trust you where you lead me or go on my own way

Thinking I must know me better, like by your hands I was not made

Oh forgive my hesitation, I know not what I wait for

And please will you be patient, do not leave me at this door

Couldn't you just push me, It's like my feet are frozen

"Just go!" I say to myself, "You know it's the way you've chosen!"

Think of all that's waiting, all that's to be discovered!

Lend your hand to help another and live your life uncovered!

Drink in the open spaces and watch the mercy flow
Merge into your own calling, come on now, GO!

Arise, shine, for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. Isaiah 60:1

Happy Fall, Y'all!

Happy Fall, Y'all!

Photographs by Adrielle R. Bollin

Using a Nikon D3000

On The Edge Of Splendor

"On The Edge Of Splendor"
By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

I've traveled deserts, been lost at sea

To catch your secrets that were lost to me

I've searched among the highest trees

And ridden on the steady breeze

The words you've whispered in morning lights

Fed my soul as I caught each flight

I've sought you out in the valleys below

Saw your footprints in sands of gold

Always there yet I missed you somehow

The whirlwinds distracting, I crinkled my brow

Turned my head and lost you again

Yet e'er I will seek you my truest of friend

I'm right on the edge to see your splendor

A few more steps your direction to render

Continual presence to which I can surrender

To be in your arms, your favor forever

My Maker and I

My Maker and I
By: Adrielle R. Bollin

As I lift up my head to look gaze at the clouds

The beautiful scenery away from the crowds

A quiet place for just you and I

A time to reflect and soak up the sky

I bow my head in prayerful consideration

And see the flowers that are future generations

The trees beside me in unison sway

Offer shade and strength on the lowest days

Everywhere I look I see glimpses of you

Your promises etched in each sunset hue

Your warmth and your love in every scene

Your beauty and grace on the waters serene

You whisper through pines and weep with the rain

Your steady hand guides me round each winding lane

No matter my doubt nor trouble nor storm

I know I can always find you in the creations you form

Precious Pups

Ok, I think that these photos I took of our dogs deserve a post all their own, I am so proud of them!  These two handsome gents are our dogs.  The Chocolate Lab is Cody and the Chihuahua (mixed with a 1/4 Terrier) is named Tank.  :)

Pushing Through

"Pushing Through"

By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

Like clouds of a different nature ever changing their form

So too are my labors as I attempt to perform

Like chaos in a storm when the wind and rain swirl

So too are my thoughts as I  struggle to unfurl

Such longing to win but too weary to try

I must break this cycle of mediocrity's cry

I mustn't give up but push through this time

I can't fail again, like vapor left far behind

I must push to the end with a well done assured
Cannot keep wondering if I did my best and endured
Like the setting of the sun, I must become a vision
Cut through the sky with a brilliant incision 

So tired of scraping, it's time for the feast
Whatever I have left I'll aim to the rising east
Live out of this world like an eagle soaring high
Get to know the winds that move me and choose where to fly

Step Into the Light

"Step Into The Light"
By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

As light enters in and opens up the heavens

Bringing it's beauty our hearts it does beckon

Exposing the world one foot at a time

Sweetly it whispers and gently it shines

Yet in it's own time it shines with full force

Revealing the truth and obstacle course

Making things known which were hidden before
Allowing veracity and dispelling folklore 

It is then we can walk with steps well assured
When darkness is banned, dispelled and deterred
To see the light is more than a coined phrase
It's a dawning of the mind that can change your ways

Step into the light where the shadows can't play

Rest in the warm glow of the son's loving gaze

Feel the heat of all of heaven's stare

As you walk the fields and breath in earthy air

The Colors In Me

The Colors In Me

By:  Adrielle R. Bollin

Blue like the ocean

Like water rushing over me

Renewing my breath

Like the sky vast and free

Red like a rose

Like a roaring fire

Like a sunrise at dawn 

Like a fervent prayer

Yellow like the sun

Like energy stored

Bright and shining warmth

Like a joyful reward

Purple like lightening
Like strength next to beauty
A mystery to uncover
Like a sovereign duty
 
Green like a forest
Like an emerald gleam
A ticket to envy
Like prosperity's steam
 
Grey like a kitten
Like a soft winter mist
A sweet happy medium
Like an opening fist

 "Made To Rise"

By: Adrielle R. Bollin

Made to rise with a kingdom in mind

To find my way and my destiny to find

To sleep and wake with assured purpose

And find the treasure neath the heart's surface

 That seed which was planted so long ago

Burns like an ember ever warming my soul

Wanting to know more but not quite ablaze

Fear of my failure loosens my gaze

But rumbling deep a foreshadowing glow

Volcanic like pressure is building up slow

For soon it'll be time to burst into day

To live for much more than just for today

Hello friends and family :)  

I just had to say that these were such an immense pleasure to photograph!  This last one literally caused me to gasp out loud when I saw it waiting for me as I stepped out my front door!  The second one is also from this same day. Thank God for my wonderful husband who loves to spoil me with both my Nikon D3000 as well as my fancy cell phone so I can take these kinds of pics!!  I am so blessed and feel so privileged to be able to have the time to pause and capture these moments and am even happier to be able to share them with you!  May you have a glorious weekend and upcoming week!  Thanks again for all your support and comments, whether here or in person, they are so greatly appreciated  :)