While living
our extraordinary lives
here on earth,
we cannot comprehend
the next dimension
which could be our future.
The final destination
we are yearning for
deep inside our souls.
© 2026 Richard Havenga
Photo Location: Grand Teton National Park - Wyoming
I believe in the power of words
to awaken our slumbering souls.
The inexpressible joy
at the birth of your child.
The shattering, shocking blow
at the tragic loss of your child.
The depth of desire
in a sincere, meaningful love.
The loyal contentment
of a trustworthy marriage.
The dependable certainty
from a reliable faith.
© 2025 Richard Havenga
Artists seek and discover
epiphanies of beauty
and receptacles of mystery.
Poets follow paths of passion
pursuing relevant words
that translate their imaginations.
Both artists and poets
value the vision
that opens their senses,
and enables them to
capture on canvas
or in lines on a page,
what they seek
from within
their inspired souls.
© 2024 Richard Havenga
for Mary Havenga
How she became
one of the best
pray-ers of prayers:
She offered words of comfort
to those in sorrow or need.
A message of hope to those discouraged.
She prayed with naturalness,
like Jesus was giving her
the words to say.
She found the right words,
spoken with sincerity,
and people listened intently.
Friends she prayed for
felt a calming peace.
A restfulness in their souls.
And among the names
on her long prayer list,
some of her prayers were answered.
© 2023 Richard Havenga
