source of chocolate
pod, twenty to fifty seeds
the cacao tree

Blessed Mother, help me see,
How our Lord, best I can please
Help me so I won't worry,
About life's anxieties.

Blessed Mother pray for me,
In life help me put God first.
Help me live the way you did,
So for holiness I'll thirst.

In God's grace help me to grow.
Mother, show me how to live.
Help me to be more like you,
Show me how I'm to forgive.

Guide me so from sin I'll flee,
To your Son, Mother guide me.

zucchini squash juice
used fir fatigue syndrome  
juice from zucchini

needs six hours full sun
needs sufficient light to bloom
bird of paradise

Great Lake same as state
most valued crop is apples
the Michigan Stars

Heart's that are warm and caring,  
Help us Mother to obtain,                
Help us dear Blessed Mother,          
So our souls, sin will not stain.      

Infuse in our hearts, Mother,        
Your love that is without end:                
God's love and peace, dear Mother,  
To us Mother, have Christ send.

In life's darkness, dear Mother,
Christ's Light, Mother help us see:    
Help us bring light to others,        
To rid darkness with beauty.

When we find life dark Mother,
Light to others help us show:
Darkness in life keep us from,
In holiness help us grow.

Keep an eye on us dear Mother,        
To you Mother this we pray:
Watch over us night and day,
Help us Mother show the way.

written April 12th 2024

Dear Blessed Mother Mary,
When I find life hard to live,
Help me do good in these times,
In a way that Is active

When I'm most in need of strength,
And I find living is hard;            
Remind me to turn to God,
So I won't be caught off guard.

What I should do, dear Mother,
Help me, it, to clearly see;
When I follow God's commands,
More joys in life I will see.

When I find life hard to live,    
Your wisdom, to me then give.

parasite killer
Costa Rica's national fruit
the mermaid sea fruit

they do not have thorns
four to five years, then bear well
jostaberry plant

sting ray relatives
cephalic fins, horns appear
wee devil rays, pups

has vitamin C
it is used for wound healing
the scurvy grass plant

used to make perfume                
Tahiti's gardenia                                  
the Tiare flower

anchors plants to ground
what one does for their home team
what a pig does, roots

The road that leads  to  heaven,
Promises hope but is narrow.
By living as God wants us,
In holiness we will grow.

When we stray off the road,
God can help us to return:
To show respect for others,
And also show them concern.

The Ten Commandments are signs,
That are found on heaven's road.
Showing us how we're to live,
To us wisdom they've bestowed.

Heaven's road worldly is not,
But it's by staying on it,
Despite troubles we may face,
We'll find joys if we don't quit.

The road thast leads to heaven,
Is a wise road to travel.
This road will lead us to God.
There's no asphalt or gravel.
written 08-26-2016          sent 12-15-2024

hockey equipment
eat crustaceans and mollusks
ice and roller skates

goes rancid quickly                                  
when in hot drinks, soothes sore throats            
a good brew, monk fruit

A star shone o'er Bethlehem,
Upon that first Christmas night:
The shepherds came from the fields,
In search of such brilliant light.

They gathered at the manger,
Where the baby Jesus laid:
Homage to the newborn king,
To Jesus Christ they had paid.

It was a cold and starry night,
Hearts were warmed with love and care:
Animals came to greet him,
Coming in from here and there.                  

The king of kings was born this night,
He came to help us turn out right.

written 12-24-2024

to beat severely
a mix of flour and water
highlight, save, then paste

boosts immune system        
treats chickenpox and shingles
yellow elder bloom

is a woman's name
diamond is its birthstone
April cherry blooms

it has capsaicin    
heals your gut naturally
spicy white pepper

There's A lovely lass I know,
Who makes my heart brightly glow;
Times when my heart needs repair,    
A patch with her love she'll sew.

My heart makes way for her smiles,
Where they're all welcomed inside.
When days are dark and dreary,
From her sunshine I can't hide.

Her stature is one that's small.
But a giant heart she has.
It's one that shines forth brightly,
And it sparkles with pizazz.            
But a giant heart she has;

In my heart a place there'll be,
For my good friend's TLC.

no national fruit
tulip, national flower
a large fowl, turkey

Whiter than winter's snowflakes,
Radiant light Christ does bring,
All throughout the universe,                
It is found brightly shining.        

Where the weather is frigid,
Or where it is hot and bright,
When hearts are in Christ's presence,
It is a sight of delight.

Dear Lord, fill my heart with warmth,
And also, your peace and love,
Radiant make my heart be,
So much more than stars above.

Make the light of your heart, Lord,
Touch my heart, so it's restored.

Jesus, lighten life's burdens,
When they are too much to bear;
Help us be truly loving,
Like you, help us also care.

Bring true joy into our hearts,
And help us find peace of mind;
Help us be understanding,      
And help us to live lives kind.  

Jesus, be the living Spring,
Who washes our sins away.
Be our bright light and sunshine,
To help us see night and day.

True happiness and joy bring,
Jesus, our Eternal King,

in zones ten to twelve
tastes like chocolate pudding
the black sapote

Lord, it was on Good Friday,
For us you were crucified:
To show how much you love us,
On Calvary there you died.

When crosses are hard to bear
Our lives Lord will you then touch?
Lord, then help carry the weight,
And to us it will mean much.

When we find life burdensome,
Others help us to think of.
Give us the strength and courage,
So we can give them our love.

Help us with life's crosses, Lord
Lead us to heaven's reward.

puncture prey with teeth
skins used to  build  villiage  huts
the rare red bitefish

In the air each snowflake drops.  
Each flake is white and unique.
Coming down in a blizzard,
It then caps the mountain peak.

The snow looks very lovely.
Black ice, lovely, sure is not.
When there's a severe blizzard,
Snowflakes profuse are a lot.

When weather is bitter cold,
Comfort is not to be had,
When winter has frigid winds,
I won't be one who is glad.

I'll hibernate like a bear,
When the snow drops from the air.

leaves do this in fall                                           
done with clothes when they're *****
quarters and dimes, change

held every four years
French and English are the tongues
the Olympic games

used for clothes storage
an aromatic lumber
eastern cedar flutes

fragrant bergamot
where legal money is made            
after meal treat, mint

When the orange groves are blooming,
Petals sweet then fill the air.
From white blooms then that open,
Small clinging oranges they'll bear.

What kind of light will they reach for?
Will they search for the sun's light?
If you were in the grove, Honey,
Your heart would shine very bright.

The sunshine from your sweet heart,
That your heart is so full of,
Trees would lean in search of it,
And the warmth of your heart's love.

When the orange trees are blooming,
Your sunshine they're consuming.

eight month of the year
respected and impressive
a man's name, August

Throughout my life, Lord, guide me,
So that I won't do what's wrong.        
With your insight, Lord, guide me,
Help me do right and be strong.

Spiritually help me,
And help me stay in your grace;
When life is hard to tackle,
With your help life I can face.

A times when life is dismal,
And I find life hard to live,      
Hope, Lord, in times such as these,
To me , Lord, always do give.

Lord, when in life I find strife,
Guide me and help me with life.

Rosy at times, life is not,                
And hard times come in our day,
It's time to get on our knees,
And with you, dear Lord then pray.

You want us to do your will,
Happy, you want us to be;
You want to give us wisdom,
And the truth to set us free.

Help us to be vigilant,        
When the devil comes our way;
Lord, give us help that we need,      
So we will not  come to stray.

Rosy at times, life is not      
Life's good things, Lord, help us spot.

used to keep wound clean
food that's stuffed in a turkey
changing clothes,dressing

synonym of slap
what some picketers go on
the Boise gold strike

Dear blessed Mother Mary,
To Your Son draw close to.
Lives that are pure and holy,
Dear Mother help us pursue.

The road that leads to heaven,
Each day help us to follow.
Love we should have for others,
Each day, Mother, help it grow.

Mother help us show mercy,
Help our lives become anew;
As we show to others love,
Lovely Lady dressed in blue.

To live as God wants us to,
You showed us how it is done.
Help us, Mother, live our lives,
So that they will please your Son.

Give me the strength dear Jesus,
To stay close to you each day.
Give  me insight and wisdom,
So in your presence I'll stay.

Jesus, help me not worry,
Of what others think of me.
Help me live my life for you,
So my life is really free.

Jesus, show me how to live,
In a way pleasing to you,
A life one of holiness,
Always help me to pursue.

folks who sweep with brooms
Japanese enjoy their taste
tropic fish, sweepers

an orchid flower
monkey-faced perennial
the monkeyflower

Human life, oh loving Lord,
You wonderfully have made:
Each one Lord deserves respect,
Lives,Lord, help us not invade.
                                                         ­  
Help us Lord to love others,
Like you show your love for us:
When we need help in learning,
Wisely, Lord, with us discuss.

Dear Lord, be our protector,
From the devil help us flee:
Keep us far from life's dangers.    
Help us on heaven's journey,

Help us, Lord, reach paradise,
Where with you, we'll always be:
Help us lead others to you,
Dear Lord, please set our hearts free.

concrete one, hollow
is the use of plastic cones,
part of kid's toy, block

is done with a pet
on back of a wedding dress
wheels roll on rails, train

used with zinc makes brass
is used to treat arthritis
repels slugs, copper

consumed helps the brain
fruit helps treat seizures        
heart aid, jujubes

information source
source of communication
has internet, smart phones

need plenty of dun
can propagate by  runners
fragrant moonflowers