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EXPECT MIRACLES
As we push through life we can see miracles occurring all around us. They might happen at the right time – they’re answered prayers – they encourage us to go on – they give us something to look forward to. The greatest miracle … Continue reading
SO, THIS HAPPENED
Last Monday I forced myself to go an audition for a play which will open in October. I was prepared with one comic and one dramatic piece which I’d memorized. Apparently my memory was still intact. After a couple of cold readings … Continue reading
WHY CHANGE THE WALLPAPER?
Reprint from August 26, 2015 OK, so I grew up in a different time – I’m old – I never had computer science in school – I was never handed a smart phone at the age of two, to … Continue reading
UNBELIEVABLE MIRACLES
Most miracles are unbelievable, unexplainable events which rely totally on faith to accept them. The miracles of Jesus – the Virgin birth – the Resurrection – impossible healings – provision – each on difficult to see. A discovery is made for … Continue reading
UNEXPECTED MIRACLES
Most miracles don’t come like a flash of lightning or words written in the sky. However, we know that Jesus performed some pretty amazing ones during His ministry – like walking on water – changing water into wine – and giving … Continue reading
BIZARRE HOLIDAYS
Some think that anyone over 70 is ready for the grave, but we still have a lot to offer. About one third of U.S. Senators are over 70 – nice part time job for a retiree – but I digress. I … Continue reading
I BELIEVE IN MIRACLES
“Miracles are a retelling in small letters of the very same story which is written across the whole world in letters too large for some of us to see. C. S. Lewis The word, “MIRACLE” has a few definitions, but … Continue reading
I WON’T GROW UP
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we didn’t have to grow up – if we didn’t have to go to school – if we could do whatever we want without following the rules? In John Barrie’s, “Peter Pan” the author created a place … Continue reading
SATURDAY THOUGHTS
In a world confused about morality, conscience and sin, we’re faced with a real dilemma. The evil of this world has slowly deteriorated to the point of obliterating the truth of God. Our inability to accept the word “sin” has … Continue reading
SUMMER NIGHTS
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© What happened to days of our untethered youth, When what was required depended on truth? When worries were few and troubles unknown, What happened from then to the life I have … Continue reading
TO SLEEP PERCHANCE TO ….
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” Harriet Tubman Once I dreamt I went in for surgery and … Continue reading
A SUMMER PLACE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The edge of a bluff lined river – a glassy reflection glistens and bounces onto a hill. The light touches the edges of trees and buildings in the distance, creating patterns dancing from one place to another . The deep … Continue reading
UNITED IN CHRIST
There’s been division of races, ethnicity, social class, political views and even in our religious beliefs throughout history. Looking back before our founding, the Native American was looked upon as a savage by the early explorers. These foreigners may have said they were … Continue reading
WE ARE THE BRANCHES
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Clumps of luscious fruit abounding, sweetness surging through each orb, Gaining life from vines astounding, sending lifeblood to absorb, Grounded in strong roots from heaven, ripened by the morning sun, Pure refreshment from God … Continue reading
EGG DROP CHALLENGE
Almost everyone has heard of the “egg drop experiment. This simple test allows the student to construct a container that protects a raw egg from cracking as it’s dropped from a certain height. What is the actual purpose of this? … Continue reading
SEARCHING FOR THE OBVIOUS
Several years ago, when the circus came to town, I was hired as a dialect coach. The fabulous Cirque Du Soleil had come to Minneapolis. You may wonder why they’d need a dialect coach. This circus is known for its … Continue reading
