Category Archives: aging

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE

Posted on January 28, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

I often wonder if I’d have the courage to make a complete change in the direction of my life. Am I too old to start a new career? For most people in my age range, the thought of such a … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Christian daily devotion, Humor, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | 5 Comments

RETIREMENT?

Posted on January 8, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Those of us old fogeys in our 70s can laugh at this joke.  Some in their 50s and 60s might chuckle a little, but to those in their 30s and 40s, this is no laughing matter.  When Social Security was … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Faith, Religion, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 10 Comments

THE STORM OF THE DECADE

Posted on January 2, 2016 by atimetoshare.me

Remnants of carved Jack-O-Lanterns hidden by a blanket of snow.  Little trick or treaters tucked into their beds as folks pushed shovels to stay ahead of the storm.  The blizzard of October 31, 1991 buried Minneapolis in more than 2 feet of fresh … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, DAILY CHRISTIAN DEVOTION, God's plans, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 13 Comments

MY GUARDIAN ANGEL

Posted on November 27, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

I have a pretty good picture of what my guardian angel looks like.  He probably started out as naïve and innocent as I appeared to be when I first appeared in this world.  Over the years, he’s become scarred, bumped, … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, angels, armor of God, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

QUIET TIME

Posted on November 23, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

  My husband and son have a yearly ritual of going hunting for whitetail in Wisconsin during Thanksgiving week.  It started when our son would tag along at the age of three to sit in the woods with his dad. … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Christian devotions, Christian Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

HOW ABOUT US OLD FOGEYS

Posted on October 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday I talked about how important it is for kids to know their value.  The same is true for us old fogeys. Somewhere in middle age we become so busy building a life we forget that.  When we’re on the outer … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, God, Religion | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

ETERNAL GLORY

Posted on October 19, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   I am outwardly wasting away.  It’s also known as growing old.  My body sags, my skin has become withered, my senses are duller and so is my memory.  I find myself going from one room to another with purpose, … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, christian daily devotions, God | Tagged , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

HAPPY SATURDAY

Posted on October 10, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   A day of rest for some.  A day of hard work for others.  Whatever lies ahead for you today, in all things, give thanks.  Each day is one more opportunity to serve Him – to share His wonderful message … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Christian devotions, God | Tagged , , , , | 7 Comments

HEAVEN IS MY HOME

Posted on September 10, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Luke 23:43 (ESV) And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” Those words were spoken by Jesus as He hung, beaten and bloody, as the main character on Good Friday. … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, God | Tagged , , , , | Comments Off on HEAVEN IS MY HOME

THE OLD HOUSEBOAT

Posted on August 31, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© The old houseboat still maintained a look of elegance even though paint was chipped and faded – the bough battered slightly from constant pushing against shore, She sat quietly moored under the wispy trees which … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, art, Christian Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on THE OLD HOUSEBOAT

AGE = A STATE OF MIND

Posted on July 7, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Fairy tales can come true – it can happen to you, if you’re young at heart … Old, blue eyes, Frank Sinatra made that dream seem possible when he released “Young at Heart” in 1963. It was the same year that Camelot fell … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, God, Jesus | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

I AM INSPIRED

Posted on June 24, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Before each nerve was sewn, or breath of life inspired, Before each muscle formed, or potter’s clay was fired, He knew me even then. His hand was on my heart He shaped me with His power. With Him I am … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, God, Inspiration, Religion | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

OLD LADY THOUGHTS

Posted on May 12, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Lately I’ve been feeling I should stop blogging – that maybe I’m just preaching to the choir, even though they need preaching to just as much as anyone.  I’ve wondered if ego has sometimes gotten in the way.  Do the … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, God, Jesus, Religion | Tagged , , | 16 Comments

TAKE HIS HAND

Posted on March 16, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

His hands are open to the world.  He reaches out to heal.He touches and His will is done.  He knows just how we feel.He took on human flesh to be the perfect sacrifice – The pure and spotless Lamb of God … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Bible, christian daily devotions, Christian Poetry, christianity, confidence, Encouragement, eternity, Faith, forgiveness, freedom, God, grace, Heaven, hope, Inspiration, Jesus, prayer, Religion, Scripture | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

WHAT DO I NOW THAT I’M OLD?

Posted on March 12, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

As I grow older, I often find myself feeling worn out.  My energy level is waning – I don’t always feel purposeful – at times I  feel sorry for myself and wonder what difference it made for me to be … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Bible, daily christian devotions, Encouragement, Faith, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Religion | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

WHAT TIME IS IT?

Posted on March 9, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

There’s something about losing an hour that completely throws me off.  You’d think I’d be happy for the extra few minutes of sunshine and delighted that it will stay dark until 7 AM, but for me, daily savings time is … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, daylight savings time, Faith, Humor, Religion | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

I LOVE MY DOG GAGE

Posted on February 23, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Our dog is a Llewellyn Setter going on seven years old. It took him more than six years to warm up to us. Perhaps it’s because of his British lineage that he’s a bit on the stuffy side. On the … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Daily devotion, Encouragement, Family, Pets, reflections | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

THE MOM GAME

Posted on February 15, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Fortunately I was young when I had my children.   As we age our patience runs out – our energy wanes – our tolerance is pretty much dead – and our thoughts can’t keep up with the speed of technology, much less children. … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Bible, Christian daily devotion, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Inspiration, motherhood, parenting, Religion | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

A VALENTINE FOR MY HUSBAND

Posted on February 14, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

The touch of your hand, the power behind the hugs you give, The joy I receive when I see you smile and know you’ have peace, The feeling I get when you come home from a trip away from home, … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Christian Poetry, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, Family, Inspiration, love, marriage, valentines day | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

LONG WINTER

Posted on February 7, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Trying to find the beauty in an endless winter is like looking at your reflection in a mirror and hoping to recapture your youth.. It seems that new life will never surface again. Everything is cold and dead. The green … Continue reading →

Posted in aging, Poetry | Tagged , , | Comments Off on LONG WINTER