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21st CENTURY DAD . . .
Down through the ages, fatherhood has had its ups and downs. Fred Flintstone had a foot powered car to cart his kids around. During the Renaissance, Leonardo daVinci had to live up to his dad’s expectations so he invented things, … Continue reading
TIME MARCHES ON . . .
Today is the last day of May and the last day of this week. I’ve enjoyed searching through history with you to examine some of the historical highlights of this month. This image of Big Ben reminds us that this … Continue reading
NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN
Events in history on May 30th 1431 Joan of Arc was burned at the stake for heresy 1498 Christopher Columbus made his third journey to America 1539 deSoto brought 10 ships that landed in Florida 1806 Andrew Jackson fought a … Continue reading
MAY 28, 1830 INDIAN REMOVAL ACT SIGNED
On this day in history, then President of the United States Andrew Jackson signed the Indian Removal Act of 1830. This would set into motion the infamous “Trail of Tears,” which ultimately killed countless native Americans as they moved west, … Continue reading
GOD IS EVERYWHERE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When I grow weary from the weight of life, When every step becomes a heavy strife, There’s no relief, no respite for my load, The path is full of obstacles untold, Each … Continue reading
MAY 25, 1803 – RALPH WALDO EMERSON
“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” On this day in 1803, Ralph Waldo Emerson was born. He would later go by his middle name, Waldo. This child, … Continue reading
THE BALLAD OF BONNIE & CLYDE
I had this all written today, when I realized I was a day late. However, I think the story has merit. Bonnie and Clyde were famous outlaws in the 1930s. They both died on the same day, May 23, 1934. … Continue reading
SATURDAY – MAY 18TH
As I plan each of my posts, while I sitting at my computer in the early morning hours, I’m never really sure which direction the Lord will point me. This month I’m focusing on days of the month and trying … Continue reading
SITTING AROUND A CAMPFIRE . . .
“I’d rather be in the mountains thinking of God, than in church thinking about the mountains.” John Muir. “A grove of giant redwood or sequoias should be kept just as we keep a great and beautiful cathedral.” Theodore Roosevelt On … Continue reading
SPLENDOR
Today is May 16th. Of course there are many historical events I could write about. History is a journal of who we are as human beings. Many would have us eliminate all the bad things that have occurred over time. … Continue reading
MAY 15 – NATIONAL FAMILY DAY
“In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future.”— Alex Haley Today has been designated as National Family Day. The picture above is my wonderful family. We are an amazing tribe. The originals are … Continue reading
EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS
On May 14, 1804, the third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, commissioned Meriwether Lewis and William Clark to lead an expedition from St. Louis, Missouri to the west coast of our country. Such an adventure has been captured … Continue reading
IN OUR CHILDREN’S EYES
Today, May 11, 2024 is designated for birth mothers. Because I am going through the calendar of May, I’m sharing this older post about parenting. When children are young, they look to their parents as superheroes – men and women … Continue reading
MAY 8, 1945 – A DAY OF SURRENDER
The skies must’ve been filled with thunderous clouds as a result of the bombing, shelling and what seemed like eternal hell. A small ray of sunshine crept through the carnage and gave the world hope – for a new tomorrow, … Continue reading
MAY FIFTH – A VERY SPECIAL DAY
The month of May is filled with new things. The freshness of new growth. The delight of seeing little buds appearing on trees and emerging from the ground. The promise of lots of colors to bless our gardens and resplendent … Continue reading
APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A haze entrenched sky, Sprinkles a minute amount of light, Upon the mighty river’s edge, Capturing reflections, Dispensing shadows, Displaying an array of natural color, The remnant of a fallen tree rests … Continue reading
JOYFUL, PATIENT & FAITHFUL
“All good things arrive unto them that wait–and don’t die in the meantime.” Mark Twain “God writes a lot of comedy … the trouble is, he’s stuck with so many bad actors who don’t know how to play funny.” Garrison … Continue reading
SUNDAY DRIVE . . .
We have been experiencing an amazing spring. The snow has melted. The ground is thirsting for moisture, but we know that God will provide that in time. Yesterday, after church, we decided to take a drive. We do a lot … Continue reading
WADING THROUGH THE MEMORIES
JUST A SMALL SAMPLING OF ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER Diving into the waters of downsizing is something we did almost eight years ago. Once more we’re faced with wading through years of accumulating, creating, saving, hoarding, whatever you want … Continue reading
NATURE’S BOUNTY
PHOTO OF CALLA LILIES & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER A place of manicured, well tended plants A crew of master gardeners to keep it free from infection, How lovely if humanity mimicked nature, If hands worked together to create beauty, Instead of raising … Continue reading
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