Category Archives: aging

QUIT YOUR BELLY ACHING

Woke up early yesterday morning with a bit of a tummy ache, which turned into a full fledged stomach flu of some sort.  Believe me when I tell you, when you reach my age, a hangnail is cause for alarm.  … Continue reading →

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REMEMBER WHEN?

I think every generation considers the “good old days” as their times growing up and as young adults.  George Washington undoubtedly preferred remembering the days when he was cutting down cherry trees more than his time leading a fledgling country out of … Continue reading →

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TRANSITIONS

I’ve come to the conclusion that part of God’s wrath came down specifically on women in the form of hormonal imbalance.  There are some changes as men age, but women get the brunt of it. In the teen years, our … Continue reading →

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L’CHAIM

Today I’m blessed to have survived 75 years of life.  As many of you know, I am at an age where many of my friends are already in heaven or are facing the near possibility.  For some reason, God has … Continue reading →

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CHOICES

“We are not living in a world where all roads are radii of a circle and where all, if followed long enough, will therefore draw gradually nearer and finally meet at the centre: rather in a world where every road, … Continue reading →

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ROAD WARRIORS FINI

We recently hit the road with great intentions of seeing wonderful sights and visiting with special people.  There are also the moments you never forget. The final leg of the journey returning home, often turns into a quest no matter how much … Continue reading →

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REUNITED

We’ve been spending the last two days with my wonderful sister and her husband.  They’re both 5 years younger than us and their youthful spirit is much like the first couple in the above cartoon.  I am represented by the … Continue reading →

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ROAD WARRIORS

We arrived safely in Nashville, TN last evening after two days of pretty intensive driving.  I guess we now qualify as road warriors.  Each day seemed to be filled with clouds, which made it easier to travel, but those clouds … Continue reading →

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ROAD TRIP!

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty had a great fall, Instead of King’s horses and all of his men, He took a log road trip.  He’s not been seen again. Not exactly like the original, but my friend Julie got … Continue reading →

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DO OVER DAYS

I started last week with great enthusiasm.  I got out my garden tools and set about the task of pruning some dead branches.  In my enthusiasm, I pulled one back that had no intention of leaving its home, so it … Continue reading →

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EVEN WHEN I’M OLD AND GREY

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©  “God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.  Now also when I am old and grey headed, O God, forsake me not; until … Continue reading →

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MY MOTHER IN LAW

My mother-in-law was a very classy lady, who dressed perfectly, with hat, gloves and all the proper accessories.  She was soft spoken, an excellent partner to her husband, a great cook, a wonderful mom.  I wanted to emulate her, because she … Continue reading →

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LEAP OF FAITH

Who’d think that someone in their seventies would embark on a new challenge? Our current president, for example, has taken a round about turn in his career to see what he can do to make America great again.  Michelangelo, the artist, … Continue reading →

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WATER COLORED MEMORIES

I admit that my memory has faded over the years.  However, I feel it’s kind of a defense mechanism.  Maybe God has sifted through some of the junky memories that are no longer necessary for me to hang onto.  We often … Continue reading →

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MY PLATE IS FULL

  “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you … Continue reading →

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BARBIE

It’s hard to imagine that Barbie has been around since March 9, 1959.  That would make her 58 today.  Do you think this is an accurate image of what she might look like had she actually aged over those years? … Continue reading →

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FEARFULLY, WONDERFULLY MADE

This morning was spent in the retina clinic, having tests done and pictures taken of Paul’s eye. I am amazed at the technology available today, which can look inside your eye and get a perfect image of what’s going on … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER DAY IN THE LIFE OF US…

When you reach your seventies, it’s not uncommon to spend time in an ER.  A little over a year ago, my husband suffered a small stroke and tried to get help by dialing 911. His speech was impaired and 911 hung up on him three … Continue reading →

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NEW DAY

When I went to bed last night, I didn’t think about the possibility of not waking up, but when you get to be my age, the odds of that happening become more likely.  When we’re children we pray, “Now I … Continue reading →

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TUNED OUT

It’s been many years since I’ve spent Saturday morning watching cartoons. I’m not sure what I’d encounter today, but I do know that I’ve actually morphed into the Looney Tunes character – Granny. Oh for those carefree Saturdays.  In fact, I recall … Continue reading →

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