
At the end of 2020, I pulled together some of my favorite poetry from this blog, combined it with some of my backyard window photography, and made a small book for some in my family who had expressed interest. I entitled it, “Though I Am Small,” a title which seemed to capture the overall thrust of the contents, both the poetry and the photography.
Since then, others have expressed interest in such a book of poetry from this website. Well, I finally took the time to clean up a PDF of the book I made for my family. Without ado, I have included it below as a free PDF download for those who have an interest. Please feel free to share. I reserve my copyrights only to object to plagiarism and to retain the right to self publish at a later date. At some point, Lord willing, I may try to self-publish through Amazon or someplace similar so that those who are interested in a hard copy would have a means of obtaining one “at cost.”
Note that this collection doesn’t contain any of my more recent work. I have been limited to publish at a slower pace during the past year and have also taken to being more choosy about the quality of what I publish. At some point, when I have created enough content, perhaps I will create a similar follow-on collection.
It’s my humble prayer that this collection of poems will find its way to the right audience, that it may prove to be a blessing and an encouragement to others, and that it would somehow glorify my wonderful Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, without whom it would not have been possible.
Craig, Thank you for sharing this beautiful book of poetry. The photos are stunning! The poetry moving and beautiful. God bless you today and everyday, my friend!
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Thank you so much for your encouragement, Cindy!! God bless you too!
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Hi Craig, I hadn’t visited your blog posts in a while, but I am sure glad I did. This is so beautiful !! Thank you for sharing this with us all. God Bless you
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Hi Mandy! I’m glad you like it. I hope you and yours are doing well!
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“A simple poet” — Thank you for sharing your gift(s) with us, brother, through this “short, uncertain pilgrimage ( as MLJ would say in ending his prayers)
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It’s my pleasure and desire to bless others if I can do so in some small way. May the Lord use it for His good purposes. Thanks for stopping by!
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Reblogged this on Pilgrim’s Progress Revisited ~ Christiana on the Narrow Way and commented:
A gift for yiour Lord’s day – a small book of his poems! Thanks, Craig!
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Thank you!
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🐦🐿
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I love this!!!
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I’m so very glad!!
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Congratulations on the book! Thank you for sharing it with us. 🤗
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Thank you, Dawn! 😊❤
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Thank you Craig. Wow this amazing!! The Lord be glorified as you encourage and bless others with your tremendous gift.
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Thak you, Crissy! Amen, that would bring joy to my heart!
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I will treasure having this on my tablet. thank you! God Bless!
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I’m so glad. I know you share my fondness for the little creatures, who figure prominently in the photos. May the Lord bless you with His peace and presence.
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Craig, thank you! I love the photos! I haven’t had a chance yet to read the poetry, but I am looking forward to enjoying your verses! What a lovely gift! 😊🌷🌺
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Thank so much, Jeanne! You are no stranger to photography, with all of your beautiful and exquisite flower photographs. I’m so gla you like it!
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Haven’t finished reading but have to say I WANT THIS BOOK. Brother, you are gifted with such melodic rhythm, like a fine musician.
Thank you Craig, this is so enjoyable!
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Wow, thank you so much! I’m really tickled that you are enjoying it!
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Well done, Craig! Thanks for providing this.
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Thanks Tom! I hope it does some good and provides some encouragement to others.
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I gave it a quick glance. It looks good. I look forward to reading it.
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Thanks GR, I hope it speaks to you!
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I enjoyed them all. “The Simple Poet’s Pen” is a little masterpiece. Well done.
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Thanks Craig. A worthy project.
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Thanks Gary! It actually surprised me what a difference it makes when you pull things together and pretty them up..
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Yes, It really looks nice
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Craig this is great! Thank you for sharing with your followers! I have no doubt God will continue to bless the ministry you have through your wonderful poetry and photography.
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Thank you, Jo! I appreciate your encouragement. Thanks for commenting!
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