Category Archives: Uncategorized

TOO YOUNG TO DIE

There are so many harsh memories of the American Civil War.  Even today, remnants of the pitting of brother against brother seems impossible to imagine.  Yet even in times of war, deference to family can take a back seat to … Continue reading

Posted in biography, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 12 Comments

DO NOT BE AFRAID!

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When it seems that all is gone and the days stretch on too long, There is hope and consolation in God’s perfect preservation, He provides for every need, even when there’s … Continue reading

Posted in art, Christian Poetry, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on DO NOT BE AFRAID!

HE LAY DEAD IN A TOMB

The disciples, except for John, scattered and went into hiding in fear for their own lives.  His mother grieved over the death of the Son who was gifted to her as a young woman – the child who would grow … Continue reading

Posted in Jesus, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on HE LAY DEAD IN A TOMB

SPRING FUNNIES

In addition to that, we have almost five inches of accumulated new snow on the ground this morning.  I’m going to back to sleep for six weeks.

Posted in Uncategorized | 4 Comments

A BEAUTIFULLY, TROUBLED MIND

“What am I in the eyes of most people – a nonentity, an eccentric, or an unpleasant person – somebody who has no position in society and will never have; in short, the lowest of the low.  All right, then … Continue reading

Posted in biography, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 8 Comments

JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

Posted in Uncategorized | 7 Comments

LIFE SAVING WATER

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Life flows just like a river does, with winding twists and turns, We rage against the fast current, until our body burns, The waves can pull and drag us down, but also lifts us up, It cleanses … Continue reading

Posted in art, Christian Poetry, Uncategorized | Tagged , | Comments Off on LIFE SAVING WATER

THEY WATCHED HIM DIE

John and Jesus’ mother, Mary,  followed the Via Dolorosa and watched the mighty warrior, Jesus go forth into battle.  By this time, the Son of God had gone through a kangaroo court, been put on display before two Roman leaders, beaten … Continue reading

Posted in Good Friday, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

SPRING FUNNIES

Posted in Uncategorized | 2 Comments

THINKING OUTSIDE THE BIG BOX

Celebrate your success and find humor in your failures.  Don’t take yourself so seriously.  Loosen up and everyone around you will loosen up.  Have fun and always show enthusiasm.  When all else fails, put on a costume and sing silly … Continue reading

Posted in biography, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

ROMAN SOLDIERS

The Roman soldier was a leader of men, yet it was his obligation to follow orders.  They came through the ranks after serving in the military for years. The requirements to become an officer were often difficult.  The candidate had to … Continue reading

Posted in Holy Week, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 5 Comments

SPRING FEVER FUNNIES

TIME TO COLOR THOSE EASTER EGGS!

Posted in Uncategorized | 2 Comments

PAUL, APOSTLE OF CHRIST

We went to see this latest movie, including actor, Jim Caviezal as the physician, Luke.  It depicts times of terrible persecution within the early Christian community in Rome.  Paul is in prison when Luke is called to write down Paul’s story … Continue reading

Posted in christianity, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 13 Comments

BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIER

On this day in 1793, the United States was just a fledgling nation with much unexplored land to the west.  On that day, Henry Schoolcraft was born in Albany, New York.  His father was a glass maker and Henry would … Continue reading

Posted in biography, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | Comments Off on BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIER

PRINCE OF DARKNESS

The story of the Passion of Christ wouldn’t be complete without the antagonist – that ever present cad who was on the scene at the beginning of the creation of the world – the one who attempted to take away God’s … Continue reading

Posted in Lent, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments

SPRING FEVER FUNNIES

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on SPRING FEVER FUNNIES

JUDGE NOT

A stereotype is defined as an over-simplified or standardized conception of a culture, profession or group.  How often do we categorize people?  For example, everyone knows that cops and donuts go together – right?  The Italian people are all members of the Mafia.  … Continue reading

Posted in judgment, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 8 Comments

SPRING FEVER FUNNIES

Posted in Uncategorized | 7 Comments

HIDDEN HISTORY

Picture this fellow wearing a worn out fedora, a slightly unshaven face and a whip encircling his shoulder.  He wears a leather bomber jacket. He’s fit and strong.  His brain is sharp.  His sense of adventure stirs him into action.  … Continue reading

Posted in biography, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments

IMPOSSIBLE? NOT WITH GOD!

Do you ever have days that you wish could just forget happened? Does your life look like it’s headed for the darkest, smelliest sewer?  Has your faith suffered because of it?  When things seem their worst, that’s the time to … Continue reading

Posted in Lent, Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 2 Comments