Category Archives: Humor

NATIONAL FERAL CAT DAY . . .

I have written about the many feral cats that move about our neighborhood before. Today has been designated as National Feral Cat Day. We’ve seen many cats come and go. They usually go to areas where people will feed them, … Continue reading →

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHARLIE BROWN . . .

It’s hard to imagine, but I’d like you to picture this. The old Charlie Brown gang will be gathering at the Old Folks Home today to celebrate Charlie Brown’s 76th birthday. Yes, the boy in the yellow shirt has now … Continue reading →

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ALL HOOTED OUT . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© TGIF and time for a double dose of Boecher art & poetry. This wise old owl has an eye on something. His piercing eyes cut through the darkness in search of any … Continue reading →

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TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY . . .,

Shiver me timbers and blow the man down. It’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day.” I happen to love this particular day of the year. I’ve played the part of a lady pirate many a time, while the winds be tossing … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL HUG YOUR BOSS DAY . . .

Actually, Hug Your Boss Day was yesterday but I’m celebrating it today. In my estimation, hugs have become a thing of the past. With thoughts of sexual harassment at bay, along with those who simply don’t want to be touched, … Continue reading →

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THE AGONY OF DA FEET . . .

I remember it well. I was nearing twenty. The twist was the dance of the day.  A new band from across the pond was making its way to the US.  I fell somewhere between Elvis and the Beatles and never lowered myself to swooning … Continue reading →

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MY ADVENTURES WITH CARS . . .

My very first car was a 1950’s Ford Fairlane which was about to reach that great used car lot in the sky. I didn’t have to drive more than three miles a day to take my children to school.  When … Continue reading →

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IF IT LOOKS LIKE A DUCK . . .

One of the first things that endeared me to my husband was his ability to talk like Donald Duck. I know that isn’t the typical attribute to determine who to marry. Usually, outward appearance, stature, goals and accomplishments are in … Continue reading →

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AGING WITH A SMILE . . .

The last time I went shopping, I sat in my car and observed others hustling and bustling with their carts filled with tons of groceries and a child or two. I tend to do that a lot lately – observe. … Continue reading →

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AGING CHEESE GETS MOLDY . . .

“A Book of Verses underneath the Bough, A Jug of Wine, a Loaf of Bread—and Thou – Beside me singing in the Wilderness. Oh, Wilderness were Paradise enow!” Omar Khayyam The average life expectancy in the United States is 78.6. … Continue reading →

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THE EGGS AND I . . .

This year I brought my hand painted Easter eggs to the church breakfast. I believe the price of eggs last year was like $7. a dozen. They would’ve been considered golden eggs. My watercolor paint box was open, so I … Continue reading →

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I DIDN’T KNOW WHAT TIME IT WAS . . .

It’s Tuesday . . . right? I think I went to church two days ago. I know the breakfast club is meeting this morning and I have a telephone appointment today so I can’t go. Yesterday we had to put … Continue reading →

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FRIDAY FUNNY STUFF . . .

This has been quite a week for trying to stay positive. National and world news have most of us scratching our heads and wondering why. I’ve tried to overcome the headlines by posting some of Paul’s art. I’ve just about … Continue reading →

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HOW TO SIT IN A CHAIR WHEN YOU’RE OVER 80 . . .

The cartoon heading up my post today made me think of the right and wrong ways to sit in a chair when you’ve hit the golden years. It reminded me of a time when an elderly aunt was visiting my … Continue reading →

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IS CURSIVE WRITING OBSOLETE?

Today is Friday – the end of the work week – the beginning of the weekend – and it’s also National Handwriting Day. Who would’ve thought that we’d be honoring this means of communication, but then why shouldn’t we? I’ve … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL WHIPPED CREAM DAY . . .

January 2 was National Cream Puff Day and today, January 5, we celebrate National Whipped Cream Day. These days are only three days apart. I wonder if that might be a clue for me to share a story that includes … Continue reading →

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A REPRIEVE FOR A MOUSE . . .

This is my second rendition of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Maybe I should do a new one each year. I haven’t seen any mice running around the house so far this year. Even the trap has gone untouched. I … Continue reading →

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WHAT’S THAT NOISE . . .

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER The Advent season is upon us. Our focus should be on the coming Messiah, but somehow the commercialization of this time of year kicks in and we might fall victim to some of the outside influences. … Continue reading →

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MISSING THE JOHNSON STREET TURKEYS

It’s hard to believe that it’s been eight years since we moved from the bustling metropolis of Minneapolis to the tiny burb of Anoka, MN. Talk about time flying. Every year about this time, I’m reminded of the Johnson Street … Continue reading →

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FREAKY FRIDAY FUNNY . . .

TODAY’S FUNNY HAS TO DO WITH A TRUE EVENT THAT HAPPENED ALMOST 61 YEARS AGO, MY POST FROM EARLIER GOT ME THINKING ABOUT THIS. It was the perfect setting for a honeymoon. It was late in September and leaves were … Continue reading →

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