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WE SHALL NEVER SURRENDER . . .

Posted on July 31, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Winston Churchill was the Prime Minister of England at the time. This short, pudgy, cigar smoking upstart, made a lot of noise in politics, but his words often dripped with optimism. His choice of words would stir a nation to … Continue reading →

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SUMMER MEMORIES

Posted on July 30, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Summer is almost half over and this time of year always stirs memories of family vacations. We weren’t quite as bad as the Griswolds from “Family Vacation.” Our adventures often took us out west. One summer we spent a week … Continue reading →

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GARDENING 101 . . .

Posted on July 29, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

WATERCOLOR ART BY KATHY BOECHER It’s hotter than blazes out there. I feel like MInnesota has become the new garden state, because I’m seeing all kinds of beautiful gardens this year. Perhaps there’s something good to say about global warming. … Continue reading →

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IN THE MOMENT . . .

Posted on July 28, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

“Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” Maya Angelou This photo brings back a wonderful memory. Paul and often took little road trips to get into some natural spots and enjoy God’s beautiful creation. It’s remarkable how many of … Continue reading →

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NO DOUBT . . .

Posted on July 26, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© What we see, may not be what we think it is, A change in color, The temperature, The sounds, The smells, The tastes, All things need minute examination, Before we can decided … Continue reading →

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SUMMER STROLL . . .

Posted on July 25, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor sketch was done on the St. Croix River in Hudson, WI. Doing quick sketches like this would give Paul some reference for a future painting. Many of them looked like … Continue reading →

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MUDDLING THROUGH . . .

Posted on July 24, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© (Today I’m sharing one of my watercolors of a lilac bush in full bloom.) This week was the first time in a while that I’ve felt like doing some work in the garden. The … Continue reading →

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MARKET STRATEGY – BRANDING . . .

Posted on July 23, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

BRANDING – it’s a word used a lot these days in the advertising trade. A brand tells consumers about a company and what it represents.  It can have a positive effect by encouraging people to buy a product or it … Continue reading →

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ANGER & MALICE & RAGE – OH, MY!

Posted on July 22, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

When we moved to Minneapolis in 1973, we were thrilled to be living in a “big” city that maintained good values – had an amazing art community – was a beautiful metropolis and still had a home town feel to … Continue reading →

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STAY WITH ME . . .

Posted on July 21, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Dear, Heavenly Father, As my time on earth ebbs to a close, it’s easy to fall prey to the devil’s claim that life ends with our final breath. That our lifetime of building has come to an end.  As the years pass, … Continue reading →

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THE TEN SUGGESTIONS?

Posted on July 20, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

“Obedience of the law is demanded, not asked as a favor,” Theodore Roosevelt When we observe all that’s going on in this world, and especially the obscene state of affairs in our own country, it’s easy to say God’s commandments … Continue reading →

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SUNDAY MORNING SWEETNESS

Posted on July 19, 2026 by atimetoshare.me
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SATURDAY WISDOM . . .

Posted on July 18, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Finally, a day without hazy skies and extreme temperatures. The first day I’ve actually been able to retrieve a few weeds. It’s funny how quickly our bodies wither away as each … Continue reading →

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BASTILLE DAY . . .

Posted on July 14, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Today is July 14th. A day like any other, but in France, 1789, the sound of cries for liberty rang through the air. Much like the USA, the common people were sick of being ruled by a wealthy monarch while … Continue reading →

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HOT TIME IN THE CITY . . .

Posted on July 13, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

I have to laugh at this Maxine cartoon. In the first place, what is this elderly woman doing outside on such a hot day? Why is her dog with her? Why is she planning to make and eat breakfast in … Continue reading →

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HEAVEN IS WAITING . . .

Posted on July 11, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today my computer is giving me fits so I’m a little late in getting my post out. One of those little irritations I’m becoming accustomed to. My laptop is over ten years … Continue reading →

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THE GOLD IN AGING . . .

Posted on July 9, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Thinking back on the movie, “Steel Magnolias,” I am reminded of the persistence and perseverance of women. In this story, each of them is at a different point in their aging. Each has certain difficulties and issues that take a … Continue reading →

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EIGHT YEARS OF WAR . . .

Posted on July 7, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

The American Revolution lasted from 1775 to September of 1781 when Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington in Yorktown, Virginia. It officially ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1783. What began as an actual civil war between those who were … Continue reading →

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HOLD YOUR TONGUE . . .

Posted on July 6, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Someone once said, “Never put both feet in your mouth at the same time.  You won’t have a leg to stand on.”  There have been times when I’ve said something without thinking about the consequences of those words and how … Continue reading →

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OUR PRECIOUS FREEDOM . . .

Posted on July 5, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© What is the price of liberty? Where lies the victor’s prize?Is it in bodies laying still, beneath the cold, dark skies?The cost to win our freedom cannot be seen in life,But in the … Continue reading →

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