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WINNING BY A NOSE
Eddie Arcaro was born on this day in 1916, the premature son of Italian immigrant parents. He would only reach 5’2″ in his adult life. Being small allowed him to become one of the greatest thoroughbred horse racing jockeys of … Continue reading
GIVING UP OR GIVING THANKS
The practice of giving something up for Lent is one of those practices that may seem outdated, but not if it’s done with the right attitude. If we do it as a way of gaining our own salvation it’s wrong, but if done as a reminder … Continue reading
GOD’S HAND
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Job 38:12-13 “Have you commanded the morning since your days began, and caused the dawn to know its place, that it might take hold of the ends of the earth, that the wicked might be shaken … Continue reading
AARON MONTGOMERY WARD
Born on this day in 1842, in Chatham, New Jersey, Aaron Montgomery Ward was part of a large family with modest means. His father moved the family to Niles, Michigan when Monty was nine years old. As was the case … Continue reading
RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS DAY
This is one wacky holiday we can all sink our teeth into. It doesn’t take a lot of work. It can be something as simple as paying someone a compliment, helping them carry their groceries to the car, make a … Continue reading
OH FOR THE LIFE OF A DUMMY
In all my years of telling stories through drama, one of my favorites is the story of “Pinnochio,” the little wooden puppet that wanted so much to be a real boy. In the end he got his wish, but not … Continue reading
WHY?
An image difficult for any parent, grandparent, teacher or law enforcement officer to see. Children, not yet knowing what their future holds for them – innocents who are supposed to feel safe in their schools – victims of the whim … Continue reading
GALILEO
He was born on this day in 1564 – a time when the European Renaissance was well underway. This time of enlightenment after the Middle Ages, was awakening the senses in ways never before experienced. Before his birth in Pisa, … Continue reading
LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION
40 days without nourishment – living in a vast emptiness – alone, weary, hungry, weak, easy prey for the adversary. Jesus was about to begin His ministry as the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness to be tempted by the … Continue reading
BEST INVENTION SINCE THE PRINTING PRESS
CHRISTOPHER LATHAM SHOLES We live in a time where the typewriter has become a thing of the past. We take it for granted as being a part of the printing industry – making it easier for newsmen to get their … Continue reading
THE VALENTINE BOX
Whatever happened to the Valentine boxes we made as children? Are schools still doing that or is it no longer politically correct to be friends and show your love for your fellow students? Have we become so afraid to show … Continue reading
FOOD FOR THE SOUL
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A misty, early morning dawns, among the bales of hay, New life appears and spreads its wings to welcome in the day, The atmosphere with crystal glow is dusting every bale, With … Continue reading
TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL
‘ I’m concerned for the examples our young children are being given today. Sure, I can hear you saying – “Here we go again, more parenting advice from someone whose living in the past.” That may be true, but I … Continue reading
JOSEPH BANKS, BOTANIST
Born on this day in 1743, this British son of a wealthy land owner, had the means to fulfill his childhood interest in the outdoors, science and the study of plants. He was unlike the other rich kids of his … Continue reading
LOVE IS …
PROSE BY KATHY BOECHER© His love is like none we have ever experienced, His love is beauty beyond our wildest dreams, His love is precious, merciful, compassionate, His love is given freely without question, His love doesn’t look at our past mistakes, He … Continue reading
VALENTINE FUNNIES
For the love of fairy tales.
