Category Archives: aging

BARRICADES . . .

Posted on October 14, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A mighty wall stands tall against a sky of azure blue. Protecting everything in sight from harm and danger too, A wall can hold back enemies and keep its people safe, … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER BEGINNING . . .

Posted on October 12, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

This photo was taken this past week as the Jewels of de Nial performed to a group of senior citizens. This would be my last gig as a performer in the group. I parked in the parking lot and thought … Continue reading →

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SWAN SONG . . .

Posted on October 8, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

(LEFT TO RIGHT – Me, Kathy Boecher as Pearl, behind me Crystal, next to me Christine, next to the clock our director, Viva, Sue, Elizabeth and Doreen. Missing, is Barb, who is enjoying the sun in Portugal.) This group of … Continue reading →

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FOREVER FRIENDS . . .

Posted on September 30, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When you reach my age, you find yourself more isolated from those around you. You long to talk to and be with old friends. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to spend a … Continue reading →

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AT THE RIVER’S EDGE . . .

Posted on September 27, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor done at the edge of the Rum River is another reflection of Paul’s love of God’s creation. This river flows into the Mississippi and eventually down to the Gulf of Mexico. … Continue reading →

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HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO MY LOVE . . .

Posted on September 26, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

TO MY BEST FRIEND, THE LOVE MY LIFE, MY SOULMATE: Today it will be the 268th day since the day you entered heaven. It’s also a day we looked forward to each year. It would’ve been 61 years of anniversary … Continue reading →

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WASHED CLEAN . . .

Posted on September 19, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Yesterday was a first for my church. A farmers’ market was held in the parking lot. I would say it was a success as there were several vendors and the rainy weather … Continue reading →

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AGE IS JUST A NUMBER . . .

Posted on September 8, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & ENCOURAGEMENT BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “70 is the new 50” was undoubtedly coined by someone in their 70s. Growing old means you are now one of those blue haired church ladies. It means you have achieved a … Continue reading →

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DREAM WORKS . . . A SHORT STORY

Posted on September 2, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

I have been known to have vivid dreams that can either make me laugh or drive me crazy. One has recurred for many years now. If I were Joseph, from the Old Testament, I might be able to make sense … Continue reading →

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SEPTEMBER STROLL IN THE WOODS . . .

Posted on September 2, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© School buses will roll this morning. Children will be photographed for the first day back to school. Sounds of laughter as old friendships are rekindled. New beginnings occur at this time of … Continue reading →

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SEPTEMBER THOUGHTS . . .

Posted on September 1, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor tells the story about the winding down of summer. The canoe presses on as bright colors begin to replace the many shades of green. A person guiding the boat is … Continue reading →

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CAN’T SEE THE FOREST FOR THE TREES . . .

Posted on August 26, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting gives a sense of beauty yet, what lies behind the trees? So often we can’t see the real majesty of that forest until we get inside and explore. Today, begin by … Continue reading →

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A SUMMER PLACE . . .

Posted on August 25, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor was painted on the spot. Not sure if it’s a river or lake. I love the use of many colors and swift, magical brush strokes. Summer is slowly coming to its … Continue reading →

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ARE YOU HIDING?

Posted on August 23, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s painting was done at the Hudson Plein Air Event at the Seasons Gallery in 2017. This year two of Paul’s paintings are on exhibit until the end of August. This one … Continue reading →

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AUGUST ENDINGS . . .

Posted on August 22, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© One more for today. August brings thoughts of the end of summer. The great American Get Together is now underway. The State Fair always signals the change of a season. Solomon in … Continue reading →

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FREAKY, FUNNY FRIDAY – LIVING IN A FUNERAL HOME . . .

Posted on August 22, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

In looking for an image to match the title of this post I came across this cartoon about Humpty Dumpty. It really has nothing to do with living in a funeral home, but I thought it was funny. Living in … Continue reading →

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THROUGH MY WINDOW . . .

Posted on August 21, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER One year ago today, I decided to write the following poem because it was Poet’s Day. I’m repeating it today for TBT and adding a watercolor painting of a lovely sunflower that … Continue reading →

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CONFERRING WITH THE FLOWERS . . .

Posted on August 17, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER One of my favorite movies is “The Wizard of Oz.” I loved how the beginning started out in black and white. Clouds filled the air as the approaching cyclone was seen on … Continue reading →

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LOOKING BACK AT THIS WEEK . . .

Posted on August 15, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The days seem to fly by when you get to be my age. Many run right into each other. How do you make the most of every last moment of your life? … Continue reading →

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EACH PASSING DAY . . .

Posted on August 14, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s nothing like a day on the water to soothe a troubled heart or get in tune with God. Whether it means sailing a boat, going fishing, tanning on the beach, dangling … Continue reading →

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