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Category Archives: reflections
LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW – PART TWO
When we were living in our last house, I had created a monster of a garden on the face of a hill that sat in front of our house. Maneuvering across that hill to weed and pamper the perennials I’d … Continue reading
Posted in aging, reflections, truth
Tagged creativity., falsehoods, imagination, judgment, Looking out windows, Old movies, story lines, writing prompts
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RANDOM THOUGHT – FROST
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Sparkling facets of frost, scraped from windshields to get a clear view of the road, but do we take time to really inspect the beauty of it? The tiny patterns etched into ice by the … Continue reading
Posted in art, Faith, Life, reflections, Religion, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, Art, Creation, God's power, nature, Poetry, Winter
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RANDOM THOUGHT
Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© There was no room for the child to be born in the inn. Is there room in our hearts for Him today? Open the door.
Posted in art, reflections, Uncategorized
Tagged acceptance, Christianity, Daily Devotions, encouragement, God, INSPIRATION, Jesus, Peace, random thoughts, Religion
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I LOVE MY DOG GAGE
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 humor, INSPIRATION, pets, Reflections, writing
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THE PROTAGONIST
He was like any ordinary little boy born with ten fingers and toes. To His mother, more than a miracle – to His dad, a stepson who would definitely follow in His Father’s footsteps. To the shepherds He was … Continue reading
Posted in Advent, Christian devotions, Christmas, encouagement, Faith, hope, hope religion, Inspiration, Jesus, reflections
Tagged Advent, FAITH, God, Jesus, Religion
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Prophecy Fulfilled
The prophets had foretold it in ancient days gone by – How God made flesh would come to us and for our sins would die. A virgin would conceive Him, so God and man He’d be. In Bethlehem she bore … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Poetry, reflections, Religion
Tagged Advent, Chrisian poetry, God, Jesus, Religion
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Thy will – Not Mine
There are still mountains to climb – trails to forge – goals to be accomplished. So much to do before the earth consumes my flesh and I return to it. Where was this fire, this desire and zeal to serve … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Bible, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, eternity, Faith, goals, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, poetry/prose, reflections, Religion
Tagged FAITH, God, Jesus, prose/poetry, Religion
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Time Passing
Time rushes as torrents of rapid fire. Pushing seconds out of the way To comfort and relieve my heart’s desire to listen to the prayers I often pray. Then from God’s own mouth He whispers – take my hand and … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, eternity, Faith, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Poetry, reflections, Religion
Tagged FAITH, God, Jesus, Poetry
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Fire
Crackling flames spit sparks onto the sides of a fire pit. Golden toasted marshmallows hang tightly to a green branch. The chill of winter invades your joints and consumes your breath. A fleecy blanket caresses your shoulders. You move closer. … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Faith, poetry/prose, reflections, Winter
Tagged humor, Poetry, Reflections, Winter
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WE NEED TO CALL ON THE LORD!
We look at the things occurring in our world today – many times with hopelessness and apathy. We think we are powerless to do anything so we give up. Is this the spirit our nation was founded on? What if … Continue reading
Posted in America, Bible, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, Family, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, patriotism, politics, reflections, Religion
Tagged Country, FAITH, God, Jesus, Religion
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IN EVERYTHING, GIVE THANKS!
Americans will soon sit down to a sumptuous dinner and feast on foods served only on special occasions. As we fill our tummies with goodies, let’s try to focus on those who don’t have such bounty. Maybe you are faced … Continue reading
Posted in America, Bible, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, eternity, Faith, Family, goals, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, parenting, reflections, Religion, thanksgiving
Tagged FAITH, God, Jesus, Religion, thanksgiving
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The Johnson Street Turkeys
I live in the northeast section of Minneapolis and for the past several years we’ve had a group of turkeys who have become part of the neighborhood. This fall, the size of their flock doubled. They’ve been known to chase … Continue reading
Ready
The time is drawing near. Our battle soon is done. Our world no longer here, but with God’s only Son. So let us now prepare for pastures green and calm. Lift up our hearts in cheer and hold us in … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, goals, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, Optimism, parenting, Poetry, reflections, Religion
Tagged God, Jesus, Poetry, Religion
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GIVE THANKS!
Most Americans celebrate Thanksgiving in eleven days, but we’ll do so today. Being Wisconsin natives, we have done so for the past fifty years. In that state, the week of Thanksgiving is devoted to hunting – not turkeys, but the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian devotion, christianity, Faith, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, reflections, Religion, thanksgiving
Tagged Christian devotions, FAITH, God, Religion, thanksgiving
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TO GOD BE THE GLORY!
There are moments when my confidence wanes – when fear gets in the way of the things that need to be said or done – when trepidation steps on my backbone – when My tongue gets tied into knots and words … Continue reading
Posted in Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, Family, goals, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Optimism, parenting, poetry/prose, reflections, Religion
Tagged FAITH, God, Jesus, Prose, Religion
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GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE TO ACCOMPLISH THE EXTRAORDINARY
Last night I watched a program on the history channel which appeared to discredit our founding fathers by exposing all the secrets they could possibly dig up. At first I thought I was watching an episode of TMZ, but this was … Continue reading
Posted in America, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, Family, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Optimism, parenting, patriotism, politics, reflections, Religion, Uncategorized
Tagged Country, FAITH, God, Jesus
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There is Time
The shadows of time have crept slowly and insidiously into this old vessel. Sometimes in dreams I see mansions filled with treasures and beauty beyond belief – Streets lined with gold and abundance everywhere – no sorrow, no pain, no … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, goals, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Optimism, poetry/prose, reflections, Religion
Tagged AGING, FAITH, God, Religion
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Jesus Loves
The world is full of terrible frustrations. We find ourselves in painful situations. We often feel that life is wildly spinning. There is no answer and no winning. When hopes are dashed and dreams are smashed We struggle hard for … Continue reading
Posted in Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, God, Hope for the hopeless, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, Poetry, reflections, Religion
Tagged FAITH, God, Jesus, Poetry, Religion
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GOD BLESS OUR HEROES
“Saving Private Ryan,” dealt with the invasion of Normandy and visually shared the fear and anticipation of war. Young men huddled together, helmeted, bayonets fixed and a look of fear and terror written on their faces – sailing into certain … Continue reading
Posted in America, Christian devotion, christianity, Encouragement, Faith, God, Inspiration, Jesus, patriotism, reflections, Religion, Veterans Day
Tagged FAITH, God, Religion, Veterans day
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The Veteran
He set out young and full of hope. His heart was filled with pride. He left the ones who loved him most. Said ,”I love you,” to his bride. He felt the sting of discipline. He ran until he fell. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Devotions and Reflection, christianity, Encouragemet, Faith, goals, God, Inspiration, Jesus, Life, patriotism, Poetry, reflections, Veterans Day
Tagged FAITH, God, Poetry, Religion, Veterans day
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