GROOVE

GROOVE

It amazes me
The irony
As I reflect fondly upon my journey
And the years roll on by
I become more childlike
Bob Marley once said “Once a man, twice a child”
So true
His vision inspires me
He understood that a man must become a child of God
Humble
Obedient
Born again
Today, I dance on the stars
I groove to JAH music
My eyes view the world with wonder and amazement
I find joy in the gifts He gives us
I am alive
My soul arcs with His current
My heart beats to His rhythm
Simple
Complete
Grateful
Satisfied
I am a child of The King……..


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-28-05
(c) 2005

ODE TO A TREE

ODE TO A TREE


On my way to work one day
You caught my eye I have to say
Splendor, quiet strength on display
A gift from God the Father, Yahweh

Standing tall, proud, and free
Strong and noble
Majesty
Roots dug deep for a century
Natures sentinel
Oh mighty tree

Branches strain to reach the sky
Lofty perch for those that fly
Burned for heat after you die
The winds of change pass you by

You give me life with leaves of green
Precious breath behind the scene
Fall brings gold and tangerine
Brilliant hues, nature’s routine

You weather storms without fear
Day by day
Year by year
Ice and snow, limbs austere
In the spring new life appears

I honor you my perennial friend
On your precious bounty I depend
Your future I will defend
Against those who recklessly pretend


That they can live without you………..





Bill Grimes Jr.
2-27-05
(c) 2005

I BELIEVE

I BELIEVE


I don’t expect you to understand
It’s not my desire to fit your mold
I believe in miracles because I AM ONE
Rescued from the gates of Hell
Revived with the breath of everlasting life
Saved by God’s mercy and grace
I do not deserve this gift
I am not worthy
But I am grateful
Filled with joy and on fire with inspiration
Supernatural you ask?
Yes, of course
How else can you explain His awesome power?
He, who created all things, walks with me daily
He is my friend
I talk to Him as I talk to you
As best friends do
My faith in Him is steadfast and true
You need proof that God exists?
Look into my eyes, you will find it there
I am precious to Him
As are you
That’s all I need
He is everything to me
My redemption
My Savior
Do you believe too?


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-27-05
(c) 2005

MY CHOICE

MY CHOICE


Paradise is what I make it
I control my destiny
The Promised Land is within my reach
If I train my eyes to see

I alone can make the choice
When doubt and fear remain
The strength I need to conquer
Is coursing through my veins

To walk upon the water
I must step out of the boat
Completely trust My Savior
And the words of life He wrote

To hear His voice I must be still
And know that He is near
Supernatural comprehension if you will
His guidance becomes clear

He gave to me the bread of life
His glory I proclaim
I’m immersed in His saving grace
I will never be the same


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-27-05
(c) 2005

Amber Orchid

AMBER ORCHID


A vision
God’s finest work
Slender, delicate, exotic flower
Fragrant, dripping nectar of breathtaking beauty
Inner light, radiant, shimmering, brilliant
Glowing from your golden soul
Enchanting eyes, intoxicating, warm
Time stands still in the vacuum of your seductive gaze
Dancing spirit, alive, exciting, infectious, heavenly
Love explodes from your magic smile, youthful, sincere
Silky touch, liquid embrace, sensitive, overwhelming
Alive with promise, hope, allure, dreams of grandeur
Humble, passionate, beautiful one
You move me



Bill Grimes Jr.
2-26-05
(c) 2005

Cheryl

CHERYL

We met in hell
On a carousel
Spinning wildly out of control
Lost and blind, alcoholic haze
In a demons maze
Hopeless and losing our souls

We held on to each other
Desperately seeking the light
Breaking down walls
Bearing it all
Sharing our strength in the fight

As the miracle began to happen
And our eyes began to see
The beauty of His promises
The gift of serenity

We found ourselves in each other
Mirrored hearts beating as one
Our souls have grown together
Climbing towards the sun

We have a bond few understand
Forged from misery
We were blind and lost together
United, our eyes now see

I honor, admire, and love you
My sister and my friend
I am grateful for the gifts you give
Unconditional, without end

Our spirits walk hand in hand
Sober, happy, free
Wherever life may take us
Companions we will be

Thank you for showing me true friendship and acceptance. You are a blessing to me and I cherish you so.


Bill
2-24-05
(c) 2005 Bill Grimes Jr.

MY SAVIOR SAID TO ME

MY SAVIOR SAID TO ME


Met my Savior on a mountaintop
High up in the clouds
Where angels sang their praise to Him
Shouting it out loud

He took my hand
He walked with me
He whispered in my ear

He said “my precious child”
“Go feed my sheep”
“And do so without fear”

“Go down into the valley”
“Where pain and sorrow live”
“And share your gift”
“Shine your light”
“Teach them to forgive”

“For it’s down in the gutter”
‘Where you’ll find my sheep in need”
“Feed them, clothe them, and comfort them”
“And share my love indeed”

“This is your task”
“Your job for me”
“Do it faithfully”
“And soon I will return for you”
“To reign triumphantly”

“I love you son”
“I always have”
“You mean the world to me”
“I gave my life so you could live”
“My gift to you is free”


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-24-05
(c) 2005

Walk with me

WALK WITH ME



If you are lost
If you struggle
Take my hand and walk with me
To a life filled with happiness
Joy and harmony

Serenity, tranquility
Forever inner peace
A life everlasting
Blessings that never cease

This paradise you seek
Is found within your heart
Compliments of Christ, Our Savior
He has loved us from the start

I walk with Him
Come join me
This gift He gives is free
All you have to do is ask
He awaits you patiently



Bill Grimes Jr.
2-21-05
(c) 2005

AS IF IN A DREAM

AS IF IN A DREAM

I remember well, the hell
Cold turkey, coming down
After 30 years of drinking poison
No peace could be found

Sweating, shaking violently
My body racked with pain
Hallucinations, darkness, depression
My soul was lost in the rain

As I pondered suicide
I hit my knees, a broken man
And cried: “My God, are you there”?
“Please help me if you can”

Then, as if in a dream
My Savior came to me
And said “My precious child”
“I am here to set you free”

“I have always been here with you”
“I never left your side”
“I sacrificed myself for you”
“I was crucified”

His loving hands then lifted me
He gave me strength
He gave me hope
He gave me life
He taught my eyes to see

Today I walk beside him
Obedient, humble, joyful, and in love
Not worthy, but very grateful
For this grace from God above

His gift is free
For you and me
He longs for us to call
He gives us love
He gives us peace
And salvation to us all

I am sober
I am saved
I praise His Holy name
My story is true
I am brand new
And you can have the same


All you have to do is ask Him……….



Bill Grimes Jr.
2-21-05
(c) 2005

VIRGINIA INJUSTICE

VIRGINIA INJUSTICE (FOR MY BROTHER “RS”)

Tell me, what gives you the right
Just because your skin is white
To force a man to the ground
Just because his skin is brown

A kind and gentle man
My brother and my friend
Was abused and degraded
For the color of his skin

The man you sought was 6 feet tall
My friend is 5’5
Mistaken identity you say
Can you validate your call?

You trampled on his dignity
As you forced him in the mud
Because your narrow mind
Caused you to be so unkind

Where is the justice?
Where is the truth?
Please help me understand
Why the color of his skin
Let you violate this man

We are ALL God’s children
Brothers, you and I
What makes you such a bully?
How can you justify?

Treat ALL men with kindness
Treat EVERYONE the same
Compassion, love, brotherhood
All in Jesus’ name

I hope you hear my words
I speak them from my heart
Your acts are unacceptable
They were evil from the start

You need to understand
You will reap just what you sow
I will pray for you my bigot brother
Just wanted you to know



Bill Grimes Jr.
2-20-05
(c) 2005

Shannon's Ghost

Shannon’s Ghost



I miss your silky touch
Soft lips I craved so much
But I drank it all away

Your memory still haunts me
The way it used to be
Emotions lost to yesterday

Too many words left unspoken
Feelings hurt, hearts broken
Trust flew away with the breeze

The pain recedes
But my soul still bleeds
The tragedy of my disease

Your love I lost
At such a brutal cost
I would change things if I could

The damage is done
My beautiful one
I must close our book for good

My actions did not show it
But I loved you, now I know it
Before I lost my way

For what it’s worth
I always loved you
Nothing left to say



Bill Grimes Jr.
2-12-05
(c) 2005

GOD LOVES HIS CHILDREN

GOD LOVES HIS CHILDREN

A clown is crying
A child is dying
Fear claws at the throat of a world gone mad

Polluted air
Nuclear nightmare
The Prince of Darkness tightens his grip

As we spiral out of control
Fulfilling the prophecies of old
We must make a choice

Behold, HE stands at the door and knocks
The rocks and trees begin to sing
United, triumphant, salvations voice

Our SAVIOR is coming to save us from this death
HIS mercy is free, beautiful grace, everlasting breath

Call out HIS name; HE cradles us in HIS arms
Peaceful bliss, serenity, shelter from the storm

CHRIST ALMIGHTY is coming soon
He who has ears let him hear

Be strong, it won’t be long
GOD LOVES HIS CHILDREN


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-5-05
(c) 2005

HIS Name, HIS Promise

ADONAI
LOVE
YAHWEH
PEACE
JEHOVAH
GLORY
Y'SHUA
TRIUMPH
JAH
EVERLASTING
EL SHADDAI
MERCY
I AM
GRACE
GOD
TRUTH


HE lives indeed!


Bill Grimes Jr.
2-2-05
(c) 2005