by Randal Matheny

Never be a cynic, though sincere,
Nor, to the devil's insult, help a sneer.

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One Vanchel Lindsay said, "Never be a cynic, even a gentle one. Never help out a sneer, even at the devil." Good advice.

by Randal Matheny

On me, most drab of all,
with rainbow aerosol,
fell God's transforming squall.

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The poetrix above was inspired by Sam Brown's "I Don't Know What Happened."

What's a poetrix, you ask? Here's your answer.

© Randal Matheny

Alone in thought, alone to walk the streets;
The more alone the greater crowds he meets.

by Randal Matheny

All I have is but a gift, I know;
And gratitude is all I have to show.

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For those who live in the U.S., a very happy Thanksgiving for you and your family tomorrow. May the original spirit of the day penetrate your soul.

Sometime during your holiday, share your idea of what gratitude means with all of us, at this link.

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always offering prayer with joy in my every prayer for you all, ... I have you in my heart."
--Paul of Tarsus, Philippians 1:2,3,7, NASB

by Randal Matheny

The faddish U.S. word today
paints everything "extreme,"
but baser thrills and risky play
soon pale for lack of steam.

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In our recent trip to the U.S., the catchword of the day was "extreme." Even extreme burgers! I have an upcoming article on this in the Magnolia Messenger, and did a short blurb November 1st in Uplift.

Could it be one more sign of man's attempt to get back to Eden (meaning, delight or pleasure)?