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WHERE DOES THE ROAD LEAD?
Our walk each day is often filled with tangles, twists and turns, We try to forge a clearer path, for safety our heart yearns, Each fork can lead you to success, each branch can hide the way, You struggle with the smallest things, … Continue reading
Posted in Art & poetry by Kathy Boecher, God
Tagged Art & poetry by Kathy Boecher, destination, encouragement, FAITH, God's guidance
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DREAMY VILLAGE
No this isn’t the mystical little town of Brigadoon, the magical town filled with legend, love, tragedy and beautiful music. It.might be though. This is a town just north of the great cities of St. Paul & Minneapolis, but it … Continue reading
LIFE BEGINS
Two join together as one and allow God to do His handiwork. Carefully He knits each cell together Into intricate patterns. He places vital organs into protected areas which otherwise might be vulnerable. He slowly determines the exact number of … Continue reading
Posted in America, Children, creation, Life
Tagged abortion, divine design, genes, inner workings, life, life cycle, perfection
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HEAT WAVE
When temperatures hit the 90s and the dew point is over sixty, we Minnesotans have a remedy for that. The Land of Ten Thousand Lakes beckons to those in search of refreshment from the summer sun and the disgusting sweat … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, summer
Tagged cabins, city life, compromise, country living, heat, humor, lakes, recreation, summer, summer fun
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PENQUINS TAKE FLIGHT
Paul and I had the privilege of attending this wonderful show yesterday with our son, daughter & family. We have been limited in our venturing out this year, so it was an extra special treat. Our granddaughter has served as … Continue reading
Posted in acting, compassion, special needs
Tagged acting, comlassion, Love, Penguin Project, Specdial needs, theatre
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POSITIVE OR NEGATIVE?
There are days, when we really have to look hard for things that make us feel good about ourselves, our lives, our futures or our past. Those are the hardest days to get through, because we often find ourselves dwelling on … Continue reading
Posted in aging, anxiety, depression, hope
Tagged anxiety & depression, FAITH, God, Hope, inspiration & encouragement, positive attitude
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HUMP DAY HUMOR
Wednesdays have been labeled, “Hump Day” since the 1950s. The middle day of the work week gives the employee hope for an end of it, and the promise of a weekend filled with rest and recreation. Unfortunately, the weekend is … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, work
Tagged employee, encouragement, fun, God's plans, humor, Inspiration, laughter, work
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WHAT’S YOUR REALITY?
I think it’s time for a reality show that actually shows normal people, living ordinary lives, going through difficulties, joys, fun times, death, pain, grief. Thus it would be the life of moi and probably a lot of other people … Continue reading
Posted in America, Family
Tagged current events, encouragement, FAMILY, God's plan, guidlines, Inspiration, pparenting, reality, technology
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LEAN ON HIM!
When those we love are hurting physically or emotionally, it’s hard to sit back and do nothing. We want to fix things and make them better. Unfortunately, it isn’t always possible for us to do that. We often find it … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, Faith, prayer
Tagged anxiety & depression, burdens, FAITH, prayer, reliance on God, trust
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BIG GOD, LITTLE ME
I stand in Your presence my God. Your strength surpasses the skies, I can’t comprehend an ant such as me could possibly gaze in Your eyes, I’m created in Your image, yet sin has caused a great distance, To wheedle … Continue reading
Posted in anxiety, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, fear
Tagged Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, forgiveness, God, Hope, Jesus, Salvation, Sin
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YOU ARE VALUED
In this final installment about self-worth, it’s important for us to look at Satan and his lies. He would have us believe that we are not worthy of God’s attention. He sneaks into our soul and creates doubt and fear. … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, Jesus, SELF ESTEEM
Tagged cnfidence, Eternal Life, forgiveness, God's Love, God's plans, Heaven, Jesus, Salvation, self-esteem, worthiness
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IN THE IMAGE OF GOD
Then God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and … Continue reading
Posted in God's plans, God's promises, grace, SELF ESTEEM
Tagged Anxiety, Depression, FAITH, Grace, purpose, REDEEMED, self-esteem, value
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HOW DO YOU IDENTIFY YOURSELF?
In continuing this series on self-esteem, there’s something to address that most of us don’t think about when it comes to our value. As Christians, we’re expected to live with humility – not focusing on the good things we do … Continue reading
Posted in God, humility, SELF ESTEEM
Tagged achievements, God, Grace, inspiration & encouragement, self worth, Success, unconditional love, value
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HOW DID I GET LIKE THIS?
The child in me was already forming information about myself before I even knew who I was or how I fit into this world. Many times, we blame our current situation on those who influenced us as children. When you’re … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, God, SELF ESTEEM
Tagged confidence, courage, Creator God, encouragement & inspiration, FAITH, fearfully wonderfully made, Hope, self-worth
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NEVER UNDERESTIMATE YOUR WORTH
There are so many times in life that we feel inadequate or unintelligent. I could tell you that everyone goes through these feelings, but that isn’t going to solve the problem of a poor self-image. I guess time will heal … Continue reading
Posted in confidence, God's plans, SELF ESTEEM
Tagged depressopm, encouragement, FAITH, Goals, God, Hope, Inspiration, possibilities, self-wirgh
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YOU WERE BORN FOR THIS TIME
The Book of Esther does not mention the name of God within its pages, but He is apparent throughout the entire story. It is a story of patience – waiting for God’s will to be accomplished – and faith that … Continue reading
Posted in Faith, God, patience, Poetry by Kathy Boecher, Uncategorized
Tagged FAITH, Hope, INSPIRATION, Poetry by Kathy Boecher, purpose
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MOTHERHOOD REALITY
Mother’s Day has come and gone, but I’m concerned about how much parenting has changed over my lifetime. I’ve seen women go through a time of total submission to complete domination in the course of only some fifty years. They … Continue reading
Posted in Family, parenting
Tagged encouragement, FAMILY, God, Inspiration, motherhood, parenting, selflessness, unconditional love, wisdom
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ARTIST’S SKETCH BOOK
Sitting by the open seaside, gazing at the sky above, Reaching for the clouds in heaven, dreaming of a perfect love, Dreaming, waiting, hoping longing for a glimpse of heaven’s door, You can’t find it on this planet, if you … Continue reading
Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, hope, Optimism
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, Hope, INSPIRATION
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THROW BACK THURSDAY
Almost six years ago, we were in the throes of looking for a new house. Time was running out and we felt like we’d never find our next dwelling place. Memories of another time, when our world caved in. It … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Family, God
Tagged anger, change, encouragement, FAITH, God's consistency, Inspiration, pandemic, throw back Thursday
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WELLNESS CHECK
I am at the age where a “wellness check” is filed with questions like, “do you feel safe at home?” or “look at these three words and I’ll ask you to remember them at the end of the exam.” I … Continue reading
Posted in aging, America, purpose
Tagged AGING, encouragement, Inspiration, medical exams, retirement, wellness, wisdom
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