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AARON MONTGOMERY WARD

Born on this day in 1842, in Chatham, New Jersey, Aaron Montgomery Ward was part of a large family with modest means.  His father moved the family to Niles, Michigan when Monty was nine years old.  As was the case … Continue reading

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RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS DAY

This is one wacky holiday we can all sink our teeth into.  It doesn’t take a lot of work.  It can be something as simple as paying someone a compliment, helping them carry their groceries to the car, make a … Continue reading

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JULIE’S FRIDAY WISDOM

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OH FOR THE LIFE OF A DUMMY

In all my years of telling stories through drama, one of my favorites is the story of “Pinnochio,” the little wooden puppet that wanted so much to be a real boy.  In the end he got his wish, but not … Continue reading

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WHY?

An image difficult for any parent, grandparent, teacher or law enforcement officer to see.  Children, not yet knowing what their future holds for them – innocents who are supposed to feel safe in their schools – victims of the whim … Continue reading

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GALILEO

He was born on this day in 1564 – a time when the European Renaissance was well underway.  This time of enlightenment after the Middle Ages, was awakening the senses in ways never before experienced.  Before his birth in Pisa, … Continue reading

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LEAD US NOT INTO TEMPTATION

40 days without nourishment – living in a vast emptiness – alone, weary, hungry, weak, easy prey for the adversary.  Jesus was about to begin His ministry as the Holy Spirit led Him into the wilderness to be tempted by the … Continue reading

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BEST INVENTION SINCE THE PRINTING PRESS

CHRISTOPHER LATHAM SHOLES We live in a time where the typewriter has become a thing of the past.  We take it for granted as being a part of the printing industry – making it easier for newsmen to get their … Continue reading

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THE VALENTINE BOX

Whatever happened to the Valentine boxes we made as children?  Are schools still doing that or is it no longer politically correct to be friends and show your love for your fellow students?  Have we become so afraid to show … Continue reading

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FOOD FOR THE SOUL

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A misty, early morning dawns, among the bales of hay, New life appears and spreads its wings to welcome in the day, The atmosphere with crystal glow is dusting every bale, With … Continue reading

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VALENTINE FUNNIES

IF I GIVE MY HEART TO YOU …..

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TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL

‘ I’m concerned for the examples our young children are being given today.  Sure, I can hear you saying – “Here we go again, more parenting advice from someone whose living in the past.”  That may be true, but I … Continue reading

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JOSEPH BANKS, BOTANIST

Born on this day in 1743, this British son of a wealthy land owner, had the means to fulfill his childhood interest in the outdoors, science and the study of plants.  He was unlike the other rich kids of his … Continue reading

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LOVE IS …

PROSE BY KATHY BOECHER© His love is like none we have ever experienced, His love is beauty beyond our wildest dreams, His love is precious, merciful, compassionate, His love is given freely without question, His love doesn’t look at our past mistakes, He … Continue reading

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VALENTINE FUNNIES

For the love of fairy tales.

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LOVE IS …

During this week, we celebrate love.  Every day should be filled with love and we shouldn’t just deem one day for that purpose.  There’s the romantic kind of love, friendship kind of love and the sacrificial kind of love that … Continue reading

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WEARY

SCULPTURE & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There are moments when we have difficulty keeping our eyes open, when sleep beckons and rest is the only sustenance that satisfies.  When we relinquish our cares to the arms of our Savior, … Continue reading

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PRESIDENT LINCOLN

In the 1800s there were no rolodex files, Google calendars, electronic reminders.  For President Lincoln, the only receptacle for important documents, speeches, notes or memorandum, was his tall, stovepipe hat.  He isn’t often photographed in this hat, but it was … Continue reading

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VALENTINE FUNNIES

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY THOMAS & PAUL

“To invent, you need a good imagination and a pile of junk,” was stated by one of America’s greatest inventors. He was a stately man, who wasn’t afraid to roll up his sleeves and dig into solving various kinds of … Continue reading

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