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WE ALL NEED JESUS! PART TWO

Posted on January 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, I started a series on how important Jesus is for all of us. It actually was to be one post, but I got a little carried away, which happens to me often these days. Through all the stages of our lives, … Continue reading →

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OH TANNEBAUM

Posted on December 19, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

The beauty of a freshly cut Christmas tree has been a tradition for many years. During the Victorian Era, candles were woven into the branches to be lit on Christmas Eve. Families would dance around the decorated arbor, singing festive songs. There … Continue reading →

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THE LITTLE SHEPHERD BOY

Posted on December 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

A SHORT STORY BY KATHY BOECHER It was an amazing night of wonder and miracles. The little shepherd boy hugged the little lamb in his arms as he looked at the tiny baby in a manger. How could it be? … Continue reading →

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TIDINGS OF GREAT JOY

Posted on December 15, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

The third Sunday of Advent brings the lighting of the Joy candle. What does joy mean to you. When I hear the word, Joy, I’m reminded of my youngest daughter whose name is Joy. She was a December baby. We named her Joy … Continue reading →

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IN SEARCH OF THE LIGHT

Posted on December 9, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Christmas lights are everywhere. In fact, they started to market them way back in August as the end of summer triggered the start of the holiday season. The call for making a buck can be annoying, but Christmas is something … Continue reading →

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WE SHOULD NEVER FORGET

Posted on December 7, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Remembering Pearl Harbor Day is like being reminded of 9/11 and another attack on American soil. My mother’s birthday is December 8 and she remembered the day well. She was a young woman of 20 and pregnant. She and my … Continue reading →

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THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Posted on December 3, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

THE ADVENTURE BEGINS!

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THANKSGIVING IS OVER – NOW WHAT?

Posted on November 27, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

When one holiday flows into another, we can become overwhelmed with parties, family gatherings, lots of selfies and anticipation for the next one. I recall walking through a Hobby Lobby last July, only to see that all the summer things … Continue reading →

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WHAT DOES ABUNDANCE MEAN TO YOU?

Posted on November 21, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Webster defines abundance as “the state or condition of having a copious quantity of something; plentifulness.” In other words it means a huge amount of material things or talents. From a Biblical standpoint, abundance may refer to having joy and … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMASES PAST

Posted on November 18, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Well, it’s only 36 days until Christmas. Have you started your gift shopping? Most shopping today is done online, but there is something enchanting about going to the mall or a local store to “feel” the excitement of this amazing … Continue reading →

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THE INFAMOUS WALKING STICK

Posted on November 14, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

My post this morning referenced a walking stick my husband, Paul uses. It is finely crafted with the addition of a horse’s hane at the top. It fits nicely into his hand and always causes a comment. It has also … Continue reading →

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WAITING IN WAITING ROOMS – PART TWO

Posted on November 14, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

“but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength;    they shall mount up with wings like eagles;they shall run and not be weary;    they shall walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 Within the last week, we’ve found ourselves sitting in waiting rooms again. I … Continue reading →

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IN FLANDERS FIELD

Posted on November 11, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART BY KATHY BOECHER – POETRY BY JOHN MCRAE (1872-1918) In Flanders fields the poppies blowBetween the crosses, row on row,That mark our place: and in the skyThe larks, still bravely singing, flyScarce heard amid the guns below. We are … Continue reading →

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MAKING ART . . .

Posted on October 25, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

My husband is an avid wood carver. His love for chiseling on a chunk of wood probably dates back to his younger years, sitting around a campfire and whittling. He made a living doing wood sculptures for restaurants, individual residences … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS TICKY TACKY ANYWAY?

Posted on October 20, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

My husband and I have been on a journey this year. It started almost three years ago as his body went through some difficult changes because of a cancer that was treated and supposedly in remission. It came back this … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL FERAL CAT DAY

Posted on October 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

I live in a neighborhood that is filled with feral cats. We’ve lived here for seven years now and have names for most of them. The one who seems to be attached to us we call “Crabby.” She apparently is … Continue reading →

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MY MOM . . .

Posted on October 15, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

For some reason my mother slipped into my mind today. She was a beautiful woman both on the outside and inwardly. Today we heard about the parable of the great banquet. Invitations were sent to many guests to attend a … Continue reading →

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THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH

Posted on October 8, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

I wrote this post ten years ago. Nothing much has changed in our world today. If you are familiar with God, you know that he never changes. He is more than patient with us. I thank him for his consistency … Continue reading →

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JUST PRAY . . .

Posted on October 6, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Why is it when we come in prayerWe just don’t have the words to share?The struggles still continue on,Our hopes diminish and are gone. We lift our voices, but we fearThat God’s too … Continue reading →

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MONDAY MUSINGS

Posted on October 2, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

It’s Monday . . . again! Isn’t it amazing that God gives us a new day, a new week, a new beginning and a second chance? As I begin this week, I usually think about what lies ahead, but it … Continue reading →

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