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About atimetoshare.me

As I reach the end of my years, I find I have a lot of good information stored up in this old decrepit mind of mine. If I don't write it all down, it may vanish and no one will have the advantage of my thoughts. This is why this blog exists. I love the Lord, Jesus with all my heart and soul. I know I'm undeserving of all He's done for me, but I also know that His love is beyond my comprehension. I've always wanted to write. I never kept diaries, but tucked my thoughts in my head for future reference. I use them now in creating stories, plays, poetry and my blog. I continue to learn every day. I believe the compilation of our time spent with God will have huge affect on the way we live. I know I'm a sinner and I need a Savior. I have One through Jesus, Christ. My book, "Stages - a memoir," is about the seven stages of life from the perspective of a woman. It addresses all the things girls and women go through in life as they travel it with Jesus, and it is available on Amazon.com.

MOTHERS OF ALL SIZES & SHAPES

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Two lonely hearts once met and at that meeting found, That God already knew new life would soon abound, The two began a quest to build a monstrous nest, They scavenged anything that … Continue reading

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FISHING OPENER

“Do not tell fish stories where the people know you; but particularly, don’t tell them where they know the fish.”  Mark Twain His dad was the first to teach him how to fish. It was a wonderful bonding experience for … Continue reading

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A LIFETIME OF STORIES

The stories we possess as human beings can keep us laughing for years. Four years ago, I wrote a post about that subject and since it’s Throwback Thursday, I’d like to share it again. Bill sure knew what he was … Continue reading

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IT’S ONLY WEDNESDAY?

It’s Wednesday, again! When you get older, time seems to fly even faster than it did when you were going through puberty. There are days that simply are non-existent. Most of our days are filled with doctor appointments of one … Continue reading

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FINAL EXAMS

This week many college and/or high school students will be taking final exams. I can relate to the pressure they’re under. I never liked taking tests. I would often wait until the last minute to cram every ounce of information … Continue reading

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ANOTHER MONDAY

Lucy may be crabby on Mondays, but by Friday, she’s really crabby. I, on the other hand enjoy every day that God wakes me up in the morning. Each day is a blessing when you get to be my age. … Continue reading

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GOD’S MAJESTY

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the mountain’s early dawn, His majesty is seen,The skies fill up with brilliance, and glorious golden sheen,His breath is seen in morning mist, His voice through eagles’ song,His power displays in … Continue reading

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UNDER CONSTRUCTION

So, we live next to a very busy highway, which has been under construction for a little more than two years. Two years ago, in the coldest part of winter, we were sent a letter that our fence would be … Continue reading

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ARE YOU A PALEONTOLOGIST ?

During a time of restoration in our lives, both my husband and I took any kind of jobs just to make ends meet. I’d spent 13 years as a volunteer drama director at the high school our kids attended. With … Continue reading

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MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU . . .

I must admit, I’m not a great Star Wars aficionado. I know, I know, what’s wrong with that woman anyway? My kids enjoyed the Star Wars movies. I love Yoda and the baby Yoda characters. Didn’t much care for Jabba … Continue reading

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CANCELLED DEBT

Wouldn’t it be nice to have all of your debts cancelled? What if today you receive notification that every debt you’ve ever incurred up until now has been paid in full? No more student loans. No more car or mortgage … Continue reading

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SAYING YOU’RE SORRY, BUT NOT SHOWING IT

In 1970 Ali McGraw uttered the words, “Love means never having to say your sorry,” to Ryan O’Neal on her deathbed.  I was a young woman at the time and the romance and sadness of the moment resonated with me.  … Continue reading

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THE MERRY MONTH OF MAY

“As full of spirit as the month of May, and as gorgeous as the sun in Midsummer.” ― William Shakespeare It’s May. It’s May – the merry month of May. Originating in Ireland this holiday was designed to welcome spring with … Continue reading

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SURVIVOR

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Life gets complicated, Torrents of troubles rain upon us, This brief time on earth is a mere whisper, How do we withstand the storms, How do we live through them, How do we … Continue reading

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GOD’S PERSONAL NOTE TO YOU

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Do you know how precious you are to me?Do you not feel my presence every second of every hour?Do you know that I want to take your problems, your worries, your fears and place … Continue reading

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HOW DID YOUR WEEK STACK UP?

I love these old dudes from the Muppets Show. They would sit in their private balcony and review whatever was being presented at the time. Of course, their reviews were always negative and left me thinking “Is this as good … Continue reading

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ALL OTHER GROUND IS SINKING SAND

“And so rock bottom became a solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.” J. K. Rowling We’ve all had those points in life, when we hit bottom.  Each day begins to fall apart and there’s nowhere to turn.  It’s … Continue reading

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CAN WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

It would seem that once we’ve achieved a lifetime of successes and failures, we would have enough knowledge to help others through some of theirs. We might consider our endless wisdom to be useful to someone. Well, actually life isn’t … Continue reading

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MODERN DAY PIONEERS

My ancestors were what I would call, true pioneers.  They trudged across country with horses and covered wagons to begin a new life.  The women gathered buffalo chips to start campfires – did their laundry in a muddy river or … Continue reading

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BEST LAID PLANS OF MICE & MEN . . .

It’s funny how old metaphors can still be applicable to us today. “The best laid plans of mice and men,” originated in a poem by Robert Burns, titled “To a Mouse.” The poem was an ode to the poor little … Continue reading

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