Category Archives: America
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
DEBATES . . .
SOMETIMES A PICTURE IS WORTH MORE THAN A THOUSAND WORDS!
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
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
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
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
HAS THE DREAM DIED?
ORIGINALLY POSTED 1/16/17 Have we changed at all in these past 50 years? Is that mountainside ringing out freedom for all races and religions? Are we still battling the hatred and anger against one another, rather than learning to live together … Continue reading
CHRISTMASES PAST – PART FOUR
In the late 1950s, the Christmas parade was a major event in Milwaukee. People would line the streets – row upon row. Small children would sit on the shoulders of a parent to get a better view of the many … Continue reading
SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP
Yesterday was my first day of Christmas shopping. I visited Hobby Lobby in hopes of finding some crafts I could make instead of investing in high buck gifts this year. I remembered how I used to make beautifully decorated ornaments … Continue reading
BLACK FRIDAY – ORDER IN CHAOS?
Black Friday shopping? No thanks! I’ve never been one to wait for Thanksgiving to end to go shopping the next day for bargains. I’m probably in the 2% of the population that feels that way. Actually, shopping has become more … Continue reading
WE ARE ALL PILGRIMS
“I am a pilgrim in the world, but at home in my God. In the earth I wander, but in God I dwell in a quiet habitation.” Charles Spurgeon In 1621, in Plymouth colony, Massachusetts, two separate cultures came together … Continue reading
COUNTDOWN TO THANKSGIVING
In just one week our South Carolina family will arrive to celebrate Thanksgiving with us. One of their sons is now living in Illinois, so he will drive to get here in time for the festivities as well. The Thanksgiving … Continue reading
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