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Author: Linda Kruschke

I am a Jesus Freak, and I don't care who knows it. I am a wife, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, and friend. My blood family is only part of the larger family of Christ that I belong to. I love to write, especially about my dear Savior.
November 13, 2020

Paint Chip Poetry Prompt #46

It’s week 46 of the paint chips. It’s been a long week so this one’s going to be short and sweet. The Challenge The theme this week comes from page 426 of A Treasury of Christian Poetry. It’s a poem called “Obedience.” Your challenge is...

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November 11, 2020

Mending Toys and Hearts

“Did you get a new puppy?” It’s a question we often hear on our walks, especially when we’re on the last leg and home is in view of his nose. That’s when the puppy like spunk shows up, when he’ll look back to make sure...

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November 8, 2020

O Patience, Where Can You Be Found?

I am not naturally a patient person. Impulsive is an adjective that better describes me. It’s why I like blogging. I can write something—a poem or an article—and immediately post it for the world to read. No waiting. Zero patience required. Building a Platform My...

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November 6, 2020

Paint Chip Poetry Prompt #45

I can’t believe it’s November and we made it all the way to prompt #45. Since it’s the month of Thanksgiving I want to say how thankful I am for all of you who read or participate in these prompts. It wouldn’t be as fun...

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October 30, 2020

Paint Chip Poetry Prompt #44

It’s week 44! I can’t believe we’ve been at this for so long. We started in winter, cruised through spring and summer, and now are well into fall. We’ve seen a panoply of colors I’m more ways than one. This Week’s Challenge This week our...

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October 19, 2020

Drawn In

I’m drawn like cobalt to a magnet, My paucity seeking Your infinite grace. You don’t need me; Yet– You draw me in because You love me. Iron shavings scattered on the floor come together in Your magnetic presence. So I take shape in You. ____________________________________________________________________________...

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October 16, 2020

Paint Chip Poetry Prompt #42

We’ve made it to week #42. Only 10 more weeks of paint chip prompts after this. I’ve loved these weekly prompts and getting to read all the wonderful poems that are inspired by my posts. I’m already noodling on what to do for weekly poetry...

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October 14, 2020

A Found Haiku

The October theme over at Poetry Pea is found haiku and senryu. Patricia accepted one of my eight submissions, which left me with seven to post here or on Instagram. I decided to share my favorite of the seven today. It’s a tribute to Robert...

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