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WAITING . . .
My life so far has been a great opportunity for me to grow closer to God. I consider it my time of grace. God has been patient with me. He knew before I did that I would have moments of … Continue reading
NEVER, EVER ALONE . . .
Life presents daily challenges whether we want them or not. We need to make difficult decisions. We may lack the confidence to achieve our goals. We might have limited resources and wonder how we’ll pay the bills. We could be … Continue reading
LAST BLOOMS OF SUMMER . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A bouquet of vibrant colors, slowly fading in the hand, Picked fresh this very morning, plucked from the moistened land, Our lives are like those flowers – they slowly wilt and die, We want … Continue reading
GOD’S LOVE LETTER . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Do you know how precious you are to me?Do you not feel my presence every second of every hour?Do you know that I want to take your problems, your worries, your fears and place them all … Continue reading
SO, WHAT DAY IS IT AGAIN?
I was born in a different era. Being 82 has allowed me to become a creature of wisdom, experience and some knowledge. Friday has become just another day for me. I thank Jesus every morning for another day, but don’t … Continue reading
WHEN THE BOUGH BREAKS . . .
Moisture hung heavily in the air last night. The heat of the day became drenched with tropical dewpoints. A welcome thunderstorm opened up the heavens, pouring huge droplets. So heavy that a portion of the birch tree clump in our … Continue reading
SUMMER SURPRISES . . .
Every day is a bonus and I thank God for allowing me another opportunity to experience His glory in creation. The image I’ve included in my post comes from my garden. For almost three years our backyard garden was turned … Continue reading
BRING PATRIOTISM BACK TO AMERICA . . .
Memories of the Fourth of July from years gone by, flood my mind this morning. As I look out my window, there’s a grey haze in the sky. Humid air infuses the atmosphere. Summer heat kisses the ground with glistening … Continue reading
FREEDOM COMES AT A GREAT PRICE
The cost of freedom can readily be seen in the faces of those who have paid the price. The military men and women who served and gave the ultimate price for their country. A while back, Ken Burns did a … Continue reading
LORD, HEAL OUR LAND . . .
The past week was filled with anticipation, disappointment, fear and sometimes rage. Wars continue to rage in far off countries while here at home we’re fighting an even greater enemy. As we begin a new week which focuses on America … Continue reading
ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “SHOW ME YOUR WILL, LORD“ You can almost imagine the sound of a babbling brook, Trickling rapidly over rocks, winding over obstacles, but still persisting, Each turn in that flowage, touches something along … Continue reading
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
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
