Tag Archives: AGING

GOODBYE, OLD YEAR . . .

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER A lifetime of memories, a brain filled with stuff, I wonder if all of these things were enough, In years of contentment or days of despair, Not one of these memories could heartbreak repair. Oh, the … Continue reading

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AULD LANG SYNE . . .

I’m not sure that the song, “Auld Lang Syne,” by Robert Burns ever made the Hit Parade, but I do know that Robbie Burns didn’t actually compose the lyrics. It’s right there on Wikipedia and of course the Internet knows everything, … Continue reading

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CHANGE & DECAY . . .

As we come to the end of another year, it’s natural to look back at the past and think about all the ugliness that happened during that time. It’s time for a fresh start – a second chance or a do-over. In … Continue reading

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HUNGERING & THIRSTING FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS

Being hungry and thirsty are ways of telling us we need nourishment and refreshment. The only way to satiate that hunger and thirst is to immerse ourselves in God’s Word and His amazing plan for our lives. Through them we will … Continue reading

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PEACE BETWEEN GOD & MAN

What is happening in our world today? We certainly don’t see much evidence of peace with wars raging in Ukraine and Israel. We don’t see peace in our own country as we’re still a divided nation in so many ways. Disputes erupt on … Continue reading

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THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT – PART FOUR

Christmas today has become an amalgamation of travel plans, waiting in airports or taking to the road. We buy, wrap and hope the response will be positive. We cook wonderful meals; special desserts and all the preparation of the Advent Season leads … Continue reading

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COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Final exams are done.  It’s time for a well-deserved Christmas break for students and teachers.  The excitement for the big day is growing.  People scurry about looking for the perfect Christmas gifts and carols are filling churches across the country. Christmas … Continue reading

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A NAME DECLARED BY GOD

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You came to a world filled with darkness and sin, You loved us devoutly without and within, Your love conquered all through a child meek and small, Sweet Jesus, Your Son came and died … Continue reading

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DO WE MATTER?

In these days leading up to Christmas, there are many out there suffering greatly with depression. All the hub-bub of the holidays can often add to that. The world is so focused on not offending others, that we might think that our … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT 3 – IGNORANCE & WANT

“The Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens seems to resonate from generation to generation. It is filled with ghosts, memories, poverty, illness, ignorance and want. Dickens was speaking from experience as he wrote this story of a stingy old man named Ebenezer … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT PART TWO – DREAMS

This week is all about Christmas. It’s a time of gifts and love – special decorations – beautiful light displays – shopping for the perfect gift – sharing – dreams. Children are dreaming of a special gift they’re hoping for. Teens dream about … Continue reading

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EMMANUEL – GOD WITH US . . .

“GOD WITH US” By Kathy Boecher The world in pain and trouble lay, temptation all around, But in a lowly feeding trough. a Savior could be found, Born of a virgin, meek and mild and God’s own precious Son, He … Continue reading

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I CAN’T WAIT . . .

This time of year brings all kinds of expectation and anticipation. As we age, our ability to be patient has just about worn out completely and sitting in a waiting room can be as tough as waiting for something exciting or … Continue reading

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CHRISTMAS PRESENT – NOT PRESENTS

As I searched for a picture for this post, all I could find was photographs of beautifully wrapped Christmas gifts, complete with ribbons and bows. I realized I forgot to add the “ghost” of Christmas to present. The Ghost of Christmas Present … Continue reading

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WHEN PEACE CAME TO EARTH . . .

Today is the second Sunday in Advent. Another candle is lit on the Advent wreath. A sermon about repentance and forgiveness is spoken with passages from the Bible referring to the forerunner of Christ, John the Baptist. This was the … Continue reading

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IN SEARCH OF THE LIGHT

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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CHRISTMASES PAST – PART FOUR

In the late 1950s, the Christmas parade was a major event in Milwaukee. People would line the streets – row upon row. Small children would sit on the shoulders of a parent to get a better view of the many … Continue reading

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CHRISTMASES PAST – PART THREE

Picture this – You are about to embark on a family visit to see the grandparents. You can’t afford to kennel the dog. You have three kids ages 0-7 You load up the station wagon with enough clothes to get … Continue reading

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SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP

Yesterday was my first day of Christmas shopping. I visited Hobby Lobby in hopes of finding some crafts I could make instead of investing in high buck gifts this year. I remembered how I used to make beautifully decorated ornaments … Continue reading

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