BGW

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"The Next Step"

by BGW

Wings Has the time come yet- When the momma bird lets go; spread your wings and soar. Sprout Pot of fertile dirt- As the sprout has reached an end, it’s time for full bloom....

1 Like | 2 comments | 206 views | Poetry | May 23, 2019

"Trapped with no way out?"

by BGW

Spider The cunning spinster- Stuck in a web of despair. Here comes the spider. Constrictor Lair of serpents- As air departs my lungs, the Constrictor squeezes. Streets...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 185 views | Poetry | May 21, 2019

"Evil has an Answer"

by BGW

Sinister Place of no return- The Sinister is lurking to recruit my soul. Domain The weeds of the field- Seeds of doubt, worry, and fear reign in Sin's domain. Serpent...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 188 views | Poetry | April 26, 2019

"Spiritual Warfare"

by BGW

Toxins Sin's resting venue- My body infected with toxins and venom. Coming King Triumphant entry- The coming King greeted with palm branches and cloaks. Battlefield...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 204 views | Poetry | April 11, 2019

"A Bridge of Hope"

by BGW

Empty An empty household- Quiet as creepy tombstones as cobwebs abound. Crying A thunderous rain- I'm crying out without sound as faith dissipates. Lost A cro...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 201 views | Poetry | April 4, 2019

"Behind the Sin"

by BGW

Ghosts Rippling water- Ghosts of the past keep haunting my innocent soul. Darkness Into the darkness- A heartbeat heard, then silence… An empty womb left. Temptation...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 222 views | Poetry | March 28, 2019

"The Beauty of Solitude"

by BGW

Solitude Walls of solitude- Separated from the norm, sleep is my close friend. Invisible Invisible soul- Voices and chatter around; only I’m not there. Rejection...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 222 views | Poetry | March 19, 2019

"The Darker Side of Things"

by BGW

Painsville Welcome to Painsville- It is where your dreams perish, where hope stops breathing. Hopeless A rusty old cell- Hopeless and imprisoned by my hurt and despair. Gloom...

0 Likes | 4 comments | 227 views | Poetry | March 13, 2019

"The Joys of Spring"

by BGW

Honey Bees A thick sturdy branch- Fuzzy, honey bees buzzing around the sweet hive. Spring Flowers Fields of solitude- Elegant spring flowers bloom by the Designer. Warm Breez...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 225 views | Poetry | February 21, 2019

"Destruction or Redemption"

by BGW

God’s Forgiveness Wonderful event- A great, holy God forgives; in spite of the sin. Believer’s Baptism Sacred baptism- A pure believer is blessed, by the perfect God. A W...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 213 views | Poetry | January 25, 2019

"Praying and the Rapture"

by BGW

1 Like | 2 comments | 266 views | Poetry | January 23, 2019

"A Poem Trio vol 4"

by BGW

Marriage God’s holy marriage- A new, radiant groom smiles at the perfect bride. Traditional Church Cozy countryside- A traditional church sings hymns of salvation. ...

1 Like | 0 comment | 247 views | Poetry | January 18, 2019

"A Poem Trio vol 3"

by BGW

The Soul Abysmal valley- A very, intense soul mopes to the pure Spirit. The Forest Bracing wintertime- A cold forest radiates with the splendid sky. The Valle...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 310 views | Poetry | January 14, 2019

"A Poem Trio vol 2"

by BGW

Old Chimney Nippy wintertime- A light, rustic snow melting on the old chimney. Crickets Chirping Muggy eventide- Little, black crickets chirping in the darken woods. ...

1 Like | 0 comment | 348 views | Poetry | January 11, 2019

"The Nativity"

by BGW

The Light Light enters the world, To destroy the evil dark. Have you found the Light? The Savior A messenger nears- Trust a humble virgin birth, a Savior will come. Infant King No room, h...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 265 views | Poetry | December 18, 2018

"Seven Day’s of Creation"

by BGW

First Day The Creator speaks- Earth and the Heavens commence, dawn of the first day. Second Day The Creator speaks- heaven divides the deep blue, anchors second day. Third Da...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 230 views | Poetry | December 6, 2018

"A Poem Trio vol 1"

by BGW

The Light Death was upon me Until I saw the Light shine Now, I am alive. First Glance Upon my first glance, Beauty beseeches my eyes and cripples my soul. The...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 244 views | Poetry | December 5, 2018

"Creation"

by BGW

Genesis 1 (New King James Version) The History of Creation 1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the f...

0 Likes | 3 comments | 237 views | General | October 23, 2018

"The Dungeon"

by BGW

As I walk through the dark cold hallway with an escort of guards, I start to wonder what led to this point. I suppose a lifelong series of bad decisions didn’t help my case. Regardless, I see my ‘companions’ and I ...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 201 views | Short Stories | October 9, 2018

"The Offer of a Lifetime"

by BGW

A crisp gentle wind blows in the cool of the day. The humidity is chilly, and I can barely breathe because of its heaviness. The air is rank like the smell of decaying fish. I am on my way home when I decide to take a shortcut down an empty...

2 Likes | 4 comments | 201 views | Short Stories | June 22, 2018

"About The Author"

by BGW

I was born in a small town in North Central Ohio, near Cedar Point. I have a beautiful wife, two wonderful kids, a dog, and a cat. So yes, a very typical American family. We all love our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and committed to shar...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 160 views | Autobiography | May 25, 2018

"The Crash, Part 1"

by BGW

“WATCH OUT!” shrieks a voice from the passenger side of a 2010 Black Ford Mustang. His heart drops. While trying to elude the state patrol car behind them, he realizes the road is curving at a 90-degree angle just as the gauge hits 100...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 210 views | Short Stories | April 25, 2018

"The Barrier"

by BGW

There is a storm coming. It is more violent and destructive than anything that has ever been seen. Lives will be changed. Lives will be destroyed. Lives will never be the same again. There have been countless lightning strikes, strong winds...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 201 views | Short Stories | April 24, 2018

"The Log"

by BGW

Every day I look outside my window and notice a sturdy log lying on the ground and think to myself, ‘I wish I could be like that log’. It remains unchanged in an ever-changing environment. It can withstand all kinds of storms. It would...

1 Like | 1 comment | 224 views | Short Stories | April 23, 2018

"The Gift"

by BGW

Ah, the joy of Christmas day is here! Old traditional songs mixed with some new contemporary ones send pure sounds to our ears. There is a light snow falling on the already snow-covered ground. Children rush throughout the house with antic...

0 Likes | 3 comments | 192 views | Short Stories | April 20, 2018

"The Fighter"

by BGW

There are times when I enter the ring and wonder if I’ll make it through. I feel like I'm constantly against the same dastardly opponent who keeps giving me hay-makers to the chest, head, and gut. Every time I take the blows, I get kn...

0 Likes | 1 comment | 206 views | Short Stories | April 12, 2018

"The Christmas Tree"

by BGW

As I grow here among the pine trees of every kind, color, and size, I wonder if this will be the year that a family selects me to become their special Christmas tree. As the days pass by, I see moms and dads holding hands with their child...

0 Likes | 2 comments | 205 views | Short Stories | April 11, 2018

"The Rainbow"

by BGW

I am a rainbow. I was made by God for a purpose. I am a rainbow. I was not meant to be a cloud. I am a rainbow. I get upset when told to be a cloud. I am a rainbow. Clouds form. Darkness and storms come. I am a rainbow. I come to shine afte...

0 Likes | 1 comment | 221 views | General | April 10, 2018

"The Plan"

by BGW

I once walked into this old, classic 1950’s diner to get something to eat. As I was looking around to find a place to sit, this gentleman looked up at me and invited me to sit with him. I thought to myself that I just wanted to be alone....

0 Likes | 1 comment | 205 views | Short Stories | April 6, 2018

"The Encounter"

by BGW

It was a typical day around the farm. I was mending the fences when I noticed a man riding towards me. His horse was as white as the snow. He was a rugged looking dude with short, coarse hair and with scruff on his face. He had a magnifice...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 199 views | Short Stories | March 30, 2018

"The Past Love"

by BGW

Hey, why haven’t you been spending time with me lately? I can remember when you first laid eyes on me: You couldn’t keep them off of me. All day and night, you watched and studied me. You couldn’t leave my side. I used to hear you ta...

1 Like | 0 comment | 218 views | Short Stories | March 27, 2018

"The Voice"

by BGW

“LET ME OUT,” pleads a voice from a locked room. “No, you will never be allowed to come out again,” says another voice, in a stern manner. “You have caused me so much pain and agony and I can’t let you continue to hurt me.”...

1 Like | 3 comments | 284 views | Short Stories | March 26, 2018

"The Land of Traeh"

by BGW

As the plane landed on the island of Traeh, I could see utter beauty. The sun shined ever so bright, as there were no clouds in the sky. Everyone was so happy, so friendly. It was like arriving at Disney World or a fancy hotel. The...

0 Likes | 0 comment | 237 views | Short Stories | March 23, 2018