Tag Archives: AGING

THEATRICALIZING THURSDAY

My word for the day is “Theatricalizing.” This is what I do. I am a theatricalizer – or a Thespian – a playwright -a performer – an actor – and old to boot. This has been my chosen profession for … Continue reading

Posted in acting, aging, Encouragement | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

NOT DEAD YET!

It may seem 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 … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America, Inspiration | Tagged , , , , , , | 4 Comments

GERANIUMS

A geranium is a herbaceous plant or small shrub of a genus that comprises the cranesbills and their relatives. Geraniums bear a long, narrow fruit that is said to be shaped like the bill of a crane. The word is … Continue reading

Posted in aging, Art & inspiration from Kathy Boecher | Tagged , , , , , | 8 Comments

THE HARDEST TEARS

When we cry in silence, I think it’s probably the best time to communicate with God. Not that we should be sad when we pray, but that we feel so connected to Him, that we have no fear in laying … Continue reading

Posted in aging, armor of God, death, Poetry by Kathy Boecher, storms, stress | Tagged , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

THIS OLD FRAME IS FALLING DOWN

Have you ever felt this way? You feel completely alone. Your life is close to its end. You seem to have lost your way. Even though you know that God is right beside you, you think He isn’t really listening … Continue reading

Posted in aging, anxiety | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

LOOKING FOR THE SILVER LINING

Look for the silver liningWhenever a cloud appears in the blueRemember, somewhere the sun is shiningAnd so the right thing to do is make it shine for you A heart, full of joy and gladnessWill always banish sadness and strifeSo … Continue reading

Posted in aging, Encouragement, Inspiration | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

OLD TIME CURE ALLS

I remember spending summer vacations at my grandparents’ farm. It was quite an experience for a city girl to become a country mouse for a couple months. I recall going shopping in the big grocery store in the nearest town … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America, Family, Humor | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

AGING WITH GRACE

As we grow older, we’ve developed so many layers that our skin naturally becomes thick and hardened.  Each day we encounter something that causes us to falter, to waiver, to hurt and to give up.  We build a shield of protection around ourselves … Continue reading

Posted in aging, Christian daily devotion, grace | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

ARTIST’S SKETCH BOOK

Sitting by the open seaside, gazing at the sky above, Reaching for the clouds in heaven, dreaming of a perfect love, Dreaming, waiting, hoping longing for a glimpse of heaven’s door, You can’t find it on this planet, if you … Continue reading

Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, hope, Optimism | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

WELLNESS CHECK

I am at the age where a “wellness check” is filed with questions like, “do you feel safe at home?” or “look at these three words and I’ll ask you to remember them at the end of the exam.” I … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America, purpose | Tagged , , , , , , | 8 Comments

DYING WITH THEIR BOOTS ON

I love the movie, “Second Hand Lions,” with Michael Caine, Robert Duvall and Haley Joel Osment. It’s about two old codgers who won’t give up on life, even though they’re reaching that point in their existence. They use their own … Continue reading

Posted in aging, death, life after death | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments

DON’T LET DOUBT GET IN THE WAY

Some days I wake up wondering if my prayers will ever be answered. I have doubts and fears about my future and what God has planned for me. I think that He doesn’t hear me when I pray and that … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America | Tagged , , , , , , | 4 Comments

ON THE WATERFRONT

Reflections of a summer day, the range of many hues, The gentle breeze on mirrored lakes, the reds, yellows and blues, The sailboats take their daily cruise, the colors quickly change, While God remains in heavenly skies, the seasons to … Continue reading

Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

SHINING JEWELS OF DE NIAL

Last night we hit the stage at Northern Starz Performing Arts Center in Ramsey, MN. As you may know, I’ve been involved in this little theatre troupe for about three years now. It stemmed out of a class I was … Continue reading

Posted in acting, aging | Tagged , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

FRACTURED FRIDAY -BRIDGING THE GAP

I believe that God has plans for each one of ius. How do we bridge the gap between aging and youth? Maybe it starts by listening to each other – sharing life moments – reaching out rather than judging. In … Continue reading

Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

WHERE EVER I GO, HE IS THERE

When answers to questions are hard to find, We struggle within and our minds go blind, We try as we will to figure it out, We fret and we worry, we cry and pout, We try to do what is out … Continue reading

Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, confidence | Tagged , , , , , , | 10 Comments

WEDNESDAY WISDOM – FAMILY TREE

We had a visit from our flower girl of almost 58 years ago, recently. She’s in the process of researching her family tree, which includes my husband. I’ve always thought it would be interesting to study my family tree and … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America, Bible, biography | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

ARE THESE THE GOOD OLD DAYS?

Our country’s short history has seen some amazing accomplishments.  When you think about how quickly technology has advanced in just the past 30 years, it’s astounding.  Most kids don’t even know what a cassette player is, or the mention of … Continue reading

Posted in aging, America | Tagged , , , , , | 7 Comments

ANOTHER DAY OLDER AND STILL KICKING

When I wrote my memoir several years ago, I was in my 60s and thoughts of retirement were not yet in the picture. They still aren’t. I have survived eight decades and am eagerly moving into the next one. Yesterday … Continue reading

Posted in aging, biography, religon, rest | Tagged , , , , , , | 20 Comments

WHEN YOU’RE AN ARTIST

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My husband, Paul, is an artist. He has been painting since he was 11. He made his career as an art director for several ad agencies and owned his own for 12 … Continue reading

Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher | Tagged , , , , | 3 Comments