Category Archives: Christmas

WORTH THE WAIT

Posted on December 25, 2018 by

“And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.” Luke 2:7 He was just an ordinary little boy, with … Continue reading →

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL – PART ONE

Posted on November 27, 2018 by

It seems that some of the world’s greatest literature includes a ghost or two.  In Shakespeare’s work, the protagonist is often confronted with ghosts.  Spirits are sometime seen as evil or forces from the devil.  Some might be portenders of future events.  … Continue reading →

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PEACE CAME TO EARTH

Posted on December 26, 2017 by

We travel this life talking to, relying on and trusting God, but the thought of actually meeting Him face to face is often inconceivable.  God loves us so much that He took on human flesh – went through the trauma of … Continue reading →

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THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS PRESENT

Posted on November 30, 2017 by

  The average lifespan of people today is anywhere from 75-85.  That’s where I am right now in the racing form of life.  I call it that, because we have no clue when our last breath will be inhaled.  It’s a … Continue reading →

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THE CHRISTMAS MOUSE

Posted on November 29, 2017 by

POETRY FROM KATHY BOECHER FROM MY ARCHIVES© ‘Twas right before Christmas and in our simple old house, Not a creature was stirring except one small mouse, He wasn’t too big, but the sight made me cringe, A mouse in the … Continue reading →

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IT’S OVER – NOW WHAT?

Posted on December 26, 2016 by

All the time and preparation leading up to Christmas can lead to a full blown bout of depression.  Today, all the hub bub of Christmas has come to a standstill.  There are still cookies in the freezer.  Presents have been opened … Continue reading →

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MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS

Posted on December 24, 2016 by

I was engaged to a man named, Joseph.  Our marriage was planned long before we even knew each other.  Both of us were from the lineage of King David, but those days of glory were long gone for our people.  … Continue reading →

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THE CHRISTMAS MOUSE

Posted on December 23, 2016 by

THE CHRISTMAS MOUSE, BY KATHY BOECHER ‘Twas right before Christmas and in our old house, Not a creature was stirring except one small mouse, He wasn’t too big, but the sight made me cringe, A mouse in the house meant … Continue reading →

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NO ROOM

Posted on December 23, 2016 by

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The inn was filled with travelers, Weary wanderers looking for rest from a difficult journey, Skies grew dark and stars began to glisten across the desolate fields, Sheep  snuggled together to rest, Shepherds watched, … Continue reading →

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A MOTHER AFFECTED BY THE PRAYERS OF HER HUSBAND

Posted on December 23, 2016 by

My name is Hephzibah, which means “my delight is in her.”  This same name would be assigned to Zion by the prophet, Isaiah. My husband, Hezekiah, was a great king in the line of Judah.  He was a very just man, … Continue reading →

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AN EXTRAORDINARY GIFT

Posted on December 21, 2016 by

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal,  but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS BLAHS, BAH HUMBUGS & BLUES

Posted on December 17, 2016 by

“Happy, happy Christmas, that can win us back to the delusions of our childhood days, recall to the old man the pleasures of his youth, and transport the traveler back to his own fireside and quiet home!”  Charles Dickens Why … Continue reading →

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LESSONS OF THE SEASON

Posted on December 10, 2016 by

  This Christmas season is filled with new lessons , even for an old ladu.  I used to have a fireplace mantel in my old house.  My “new” old house didn’t come with one, so I had to do a … Continue reading →

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SCROOGED

Posted on December 2, 2016 by

I always thought that “A Christmas Carol” was just another of those dark Dickens stories filled with hopeless characters. I now see it as a story of a man’s redemption. I think if each of us were allowed to travel … Continue reading →

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TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY

Posted on November 26, 2016 by

I love tradition but it doesn’t carry the same punch it used to. Maybe it’s because we want to make new traditions that fit our lifestyle and some of the old ways are nothing more than old-fashioned. Did you know … Continue reading →

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TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

Posted on December 29, 2015 by

   One of those Christmas songs that doesn’t make a whole lot of sense unless you do a little research – The Twelve Days of Christmas refers to the time between Christmas Day and Epiphany.   I’ve always wondered what … Continue reading →

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WHO IS THIS CHILD?

Posted on December 27, 2015 by

God created life before it existed.  He carved the mountains into majestic peaks – He filled the seas with living things – He looked at the heavens and placed the stars and planet.  Each tree was planted perfectly by Him … Continue reading →

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TOUCHING GOD

Posted on December 26, 2015 by

  We travel this life talking to, relying on and trusting God, but the thought of actually meeting Him face to face is often inconceivable.  God loves us so much that He took on human flesh – went through the trauma … Continue reading →

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THE LONG AWAITED SAVIOR

Posted on December 24, 2015 by

He didn’t come in glory on that first Christmas Day. His palace was a lowly place. His bed was made of hay. His servants were the angels, the shepherds came to pray. The Magi came from far away their richest … Continue reading →

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SEEK, KNOCK, ASK

Posted on December 22, 2015 by

No matter how ugly our sins, how perverted our thinking, how disgruntled and unhappy we are, God looks at us with the love of a forgiving dad.  His love for us never changes even when we close the door on … Continue reading →

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