Category Archives: 4th of July
IN SEARCH OF COLOR
I was unplugged for the weekend. As part of the celebration of our 55th wedding anniversary, Paul and I decided to follow part of the journey we made as newlyweds on our honeymoon. We traveled up the backroads of Northern … Continue reading
HAVE WE LOST OUR INDEPENDENCE?
Independence is a word which describes our ability to be self sustaining, self sufficient and self supporting. It has long been a part of who we are as Americans. It doesn’t mean that we are no longer accountable to someone, … Continue reading
WHAT DOES FREEDOM MEAN?
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger. James 1:19 I am proud to be an American, not because of the ugly events in our history, but for the people … Continue reading
REVOLTING MEN IN SHORT TIGHTS
I hope the title caught your attention. This is a repost of one from July 3, 2018. In preparation for the big celebration, it might be a good idea to take a look at this again. Our nation is once … Continue reading
FREEDOM
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A great nation once united, now tarnished black with hate, One nation bound by God’s own love, lies corrupt at Satan’s gate, We hold all these truths apparent, that God created man, We know that He has set us … Continue reading
WORDS THAT CHANGED THE WORLD
“But the Hebrew word, the word timshel—‘Thou mayest’— that gives a choice. It might be the most important word in the world. That says the way is open. That throws it right back on a man. For if ‘Thou mayest’—it … Continue reading
FRENZY IN THE CITY STREETS
The big parade on the fourth of July always included children. There were those who watched on the lawn chair laden sidewalks, or on the broad shoulders of someone taller. There were those who spent time decorated their bikes, tricycles, … Continue reading
REVOLTING MEN IN SHORT PANTS
No, I’m not really back yet, but words from Wally Fry’s post yesterday, got me thinking. First he talked about having a catchy title for our posts – ones which certainly would stir interest. Then he mentioned the fact of reposting … Continue reading
HOLIDAY MEMORIES
As soon as the football games are back to their normal three days a week, rather than twenty five in one day, our thoughts turn to Christmas. It’s been one of my enjoyments to watch the old holiday movies during … Continue reading
DON’T PACK AWAY YOUR PATRIOTISM
Yesterday was like an old fashioned fourth of July for us. We went to the park in the center of our little town, carried our lawn chairs to a nice shaded area along with many others, and sat and waited … Continue reading
GOD BLESS OUR NATIVE LAND
ORIGINAL ART PAINTED PLEIN AIR AT AN 1800’S RENDEZVOUS BY PAUL BOECHER© “It is through this mysterious power that we too have our being, and we therefore yield to our neighbors, even to our animal neighbors, the same right as … Continue reading
MY COUNTRY ‘TIS OF THEE
My country tis of thee – who is the “thee” referred to in this song? Read the lyrics and you’ll see that it is God. Somehow, God has gotten placed in the background somewhere and we’ve forgotten to give Him … Continue reading
FAMILY REUNIONS
July often reminds me of a time long ago, when we’d gather as a family for a great big party. We’d dine on potato salad, fried chicken, homemade ice cream and deviled eggs – not to mention tasty homemade pies and cakes. Everything … Continue reading
RING THE BELLS OF FREEDOM
“Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.” John F. … Continue reading
THE COST OF FREEDOM
The cost of freedom can readily be seen in the faces of those who have paid the price. The military men and women who served and gave the ultimate price for their country. A while back, Ken Burns did a … Continue reading
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Independence – a word that indicates freedom from the oppression of a government or from serving others. It indicates our ability to be self sufficient. Kids can’t wait for the day when they’re free of their parents’ reigns. Young adults … Continue reading
LAMP BESIDE THE GOLDEN DOOR
When I visited New York several years ago, there were cows everywhere. I ‘m not referring to herds of them running through the streets. Artists had painted these whimsical creatures to highlight some of the landmarks. My sister and I took photos standing in front of them, (before … Continue reading
WE, THE PEOPLE …
Soon it will be time to get out the fireworks, set your lawn chair alongside the road and wait for the parade to pass by, to cheer and celebrate, but how many of us really know the reason we are … Continue reading
INTEGRITY
We have the right to choose the candidate we want to be the Commander in Chief of our nation, but it really must come to a choice of one who has proven himself or herself to be a person of integrity. … Continue reading
GIVE ME YOUR TIRED, YOUR POOR
When I visited New York several years ago, there were cows everywhere. I ‘m not referring to herds of them running through the streets. Artists had painted these whimsical creatures to highlight some of the landmarks. My sister and I took photos standing in front of them, (before … Continue reading
