The first book in my series of devotionals entitled " God's Eyes; A Voice for those who have none" had many poems based on animals, from an abandoned dog to my take on the purpose behind a Mockingbird's song. This second book, in my series has to do with the balm God has available for those children of His who maybe are experiencing some of life's unfortunate events. Some sage once penned these words. "Life is what happens to you when you're making other plans." Take my brother-in-law- for instance, for whom this book is dedicated. He was sailing along, enjoying his life blissfully, without a care in the world. He was happily married with a beautiful wife, three grown daughters who presented him with 6 grand children who thought he was the bees knees. There he was gaily enjoying each day, except for a strange new, pain that had appeared over a period of weeks. He saw the doctor and was told that he had amyloidosis and had no more than six months more to live. He did, however, manage to fight on for almost another four years before succumbing to the disease. Within these pages this and tales of other of my friend's struggles with other physical problems are laid out in a prayerful way to comfort them and possibly to give some comfort to those suffering with similar ailments. This devotional also contains a few pleasant tales of God's humanness in His enjoyment in creation; even in His laughter and joy. It really is a potpourri of poems dealing with all sorts of fun and gambits as I tinker with how our Creator enjoys His creations and soothes them with a balm, if and when they ache. There's a poem about a young man named Buck who was a hero in Vietnam. There is also another hero- my personal friend- finding a way to smile and enjoy his life; bedridden now, having suffered with MS for over 20 years. You, perhaps, will smile and even laugh over some of these poems. Yet, perhaps you may be prompted to step back and take a deeper look at things and even weep. This is a Biblical look at life; its joys and its sorrows. I hope that you will enjoy the ride and either slather on His balm, if need be, or join Him in His laughter"

God's Balm: For Those Who Weep

Literature & Fiction

Mathes, George Birdie

Poetry

Pathbinder Publishing, LLC

This collection of short poems/vignettes is the fourth in a series of seven books that Mathes has planned. His writings, which are Christian based, center around events that have been experienced by those close to him over a period of 35 years. In 1976 "Birdie" became a man of religious faith, and he, his wife and three children were all baptized at the same service by Reverend Everett Fullam at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Darien CT. He never wrote a single poem or writing of any kind until the day after his conversion. Since then he has written over 300 poems and intends to continue writing for the remainder of his life. These are 35 short poems that come directly from the heart. Family and friends are the inspiration and George "Birdie" Mathes has captured his loved ones perfectly. Hopefully these brief writings will bring the reader joy and a time of reflection, a smile and perhaps a tear also. They speak of sadness, hope, loss and rebirth. Most of all, they're about love, that essential thing that binds us all.

God's Gifts: His Compassion...His Grace

This is George "Birdie" Mathes's third book in a series of eight books that have to do with his faith walk. He has known many people, close family members and many other personal friends who have gone through some difficult times. But with God's Love they have all survived their trials successfully. Mathes has merely tried to find a way to put into words their battles and their victories. His short poems have brought them comfort and solace in their times of anxiety and depression. The poems run the gamut of life events; from a love poem from Mathes to his wife and his children, to their friend's grief over the loss of her dog, and even a poem about a bird. These poems touch upon many tales of sadness, trials and great victories. The poems are very short and Mathes is certain that one or two of these devotionals will strike a chord with many of you.

God's Love: His Peace and His Joy

God's Spirit: For Those Who Would Be Glad

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God's Balm: For Those Who Weep

God's Gifts: His Compassion...His Grace

God's Love: His Peace and His Joy

God's Spirit: For Those Who Would Be Glad