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About Tom Bolton

I'm a Husband and Dad, a former Enterprise Systems Manager at the City of Milwaukee, and a Disciple and Lay Servant at First United Methodist of West Allis. As I study the Bible, sometimes I feel moved to work through my understanding by writing poetry. I also am continuing to learn in my dialysis experience and pursuit of a kidney transplant. Sometimes I just feel like writing about something that grabs my attention too.

Laments and Joy

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Tom Bolton

                        Laments and Joy And in this day we still complain just as our ancestors did, and we gossip as much as any, and some days our community seems … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: V

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Continuing my piece on Psalm 119: V. Voice of My New Life Voiced with all my heart, I want so much to hear you. I’ll keep obeying you always anyway. Can I? Voice–plaintive, plenary voice! Hearing my voice, you give … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and life: U stanza

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Another stanza from my meditation on Psalm 119:         U. I am Unimportant Unfair actions happen all around me. Unknown to many, your Word is fair, because You are righteous, as you teach us. Untested at once, we seize hold … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Food Facts from Union of Concerned Scientists

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Top 10 Food Facts from Union of Concerned Scientists I missed these thought-provoking snippets earlier on Thursday: 1. Healthy farms=win-win-win for health/wellbeing of people, economies & natural resources we all depend on http://j.mp/1c0h1ib #FoodDay2013 2. Sales of locally grown food … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: T

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Treat Me With Kindness, Teach Me Tense, I am wound tight in this tension, Graceful God: Treat me with kindness; why don’t you act right now, God? Crush this evil. Trounce them, crush them; why do you wait? Treat them … Continue reading →

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the HEART of leadership

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Originally posted on maturitas cafe:
Powerful words. Great story. Quick-read book. What could be better? I accepted the opportunity to be part of the launch team for Mark Miller’s new book, The HEART of Leadership. I read it in just a few…

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Alone and Frost

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Upon Matthew 25:46, walking.                Alone and Frost Fresh, deep-edged crystals frost the tall, emerald blades, as I walk to greet Him this morning. I am alone. Alone as the first one, and Christ … Continue reading →

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