Category Archives: America

WHAT WILL TODAY BRING?

We’ll be seeing a lot of maps, polls, numbers and colors on our TV screens today through the evening hours. After a while, it will be kind of a mish mosh of opinions, forecasts and optimism. For the most part, … Continue reading

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THE WEEK AHEAD

It’s not unusual to make plans for the coming week. We usually have some kind of agenda to accomplish and setting goals for completing them is usually mapped out at the beginning, but by the end, the road has taken … Continue reading

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ELECTION OVERLOAD . . .

I used to be very vocal in my opinion about voting. Now I’m just glad I still have the right to do so. We will hit the polls early this year, because we’re old and don’t really like fighting crowds … Continue reading

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TBT – WE THE PEOPLE . . .

Today is Throw Back Thursday, I’m feeling kind of lazy, it’s getting close to a National election, I’m running out of ideas of things to write about. I found this oldie from several years ago that still seems appropriate today. … Continue reading

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COLUMBUS DAY OR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE?

In fourteen hundred ninety-two, Columbus sailed the ocean blueHe had three ships and left from Spain through sunshinem wind and rain,He sailed by night he sailed by day; he used the stars to find his sway.A compass also helped him … Continue reading

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TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL . . .

Wars continue to wage in the Middle East, despite the many lives already spent. Gangs infest the streets of our cities, shattering young lives and enticing vulnerable children into their malicious arms. Immorality festers in each new bit of technology. … Continue reading

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ATHLETES, POLITICIANS, MIMES & BOBBLE HEADS

Having been both a student and teacher of public speaking, I’ve had to learn a lot about body language. Has anyone else noticed similar gestures, eye contact, hand movement and nodding heads on those in the public eye? When they … Continue reading

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BROKEN HEARTS, BODIES & A TRAIL OF TEARS

Today, September 16th, has been set aside to remember the horror of the demise of a race in America. It has been designated as National Trail of Tears Commemoration Day. I wrote an article about the effects of this horrific … Continue reading

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DO THINGS GET BETTER WITH TIME?

We’ve all been overwhelmed by the news of the past few weeks – for the past few decades as a matter of fact. We can sit back in our recliners and make snide comments about a particular person. We might … Continue reading

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IF IT’S BROKE – FIX IT . . .

The events of the past weekend are still fresh in our minds. There will be differences of opinion, conspiracy theories, words of speculation and the possibility of terrorism, but one thing is certain. When America endures a tragedy, they almost … Continue reading

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THE HEART OF THIS COUNTRY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Our world is full of tragic news and difficult decisions.We struggle to find good in all the strife and dark divisions.The devil uses all these things to tug within our reasoning.Manipulating all … Continue reading

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WHERE EAGLES DARE . . .

The remnants of spent fireworks can be found in backyards and on city streets. The sounds of celebration have diminished. Old Glory may still wave, but has anything changed? Chances are the sounds of liberty and freedom have dwindled over … Continue reading

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LET FREEDOM RING . . .

“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

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LORD, HEAL OUR LAND . . .

The past week was filled with anticipation, disappointment, fear and sometimes rage. Wars continue to rage in far off countries while here at home we’re fighting an even greater enemy. As we begin a new week which focuses on America … Continue reading

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DEBATES . . .

SOMETIMES A PICTURE IS WORTH MORE THAN A THOUSAND WORDS!

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THE APPLE DOESN’T FALL FAR FROM THE TREE . . .

This is Father’s Day week. A time in which we celebrate dads and how important they are to the family unit. I’ll be sharing several posts about this person whose dignity has suffered greatly over the last decades. The family … Continue reading

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TIME MARCHES ON . . .

Today is the last day of May and the last day of this week. I’ve enjoyed searching through history with you to examine some of the historical highlights of this month. This image of Big Ben reminds us that this … Continue reading

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MY HOME STATE – WISCONSIN

On May 29, 1848, Wisconsin became the 30th state of the Union. It would be another 100 years before I’d be born. This beautiful state is known for its charming farmsteads – almost 6200 dairy farms dotting the hilly landscape … Continue reading

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MAY 28, 1830 INDIAN REMOVAL ACT SIGNED

On this day in history, then President of the United States Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act of 1830. This would set into motion the infamous “Trail of Tears,” which ultimately killed countless native Americans as they moved west, … Continue reading

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WHO ARE THE REAL HEROES?

Memorial Day provides us with another to honor our military, but this particular one gives us the opportunity to thank God for those who were willing to lay their lives in the ultimate service of their country. Memorial Day usually … Continue reading

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