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SO, YOU WANT TO BE A PARENT?
It all seems so precious and perfect. A couple marries, they have a child, then another and maybe more. What could be better? Well, I am certainly not an expert on parenting, even though I did birth three babies that … Continue reading
Posted in aging, America, Family, God, parenting
Tagged advice, AGING, children, God's Word, grandparenting, Love, marriage, parenting
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MANY COLORS
ORIGINAL ART AND POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A coat of many colors, a gift from dad to son. Each shade revealed the pleasure in work that God had done, The tapestry of color with hand stitched threads of gold, and greens and reds … Continue reading
Posted in Art & poetry by Kathy Boecher, God, wisdom
Tagged AGING, Art & poetry by Kathy Boecher, dreams, encouragement, FAITH, God is in control, God's bounty, Hope, Inspiration, Religion, wisdom
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MEMORY FAIL
The human mind is an amazing organ. It can hold more information than a computer, yet as we age, the data we’ve accumulated causes it to crash and even become useless. The one fear I have about growing old is … Continue reading
Posted in aging, anxiety, depression, Family, memories
Tagged AGING, Alzheimers, Anxiety, fears, generations, God, legacy, loss, memoir, memories, mental health, passing the gauntlet, purpose
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WRINKLES ARE EMBEDDED LAUGHTER
“Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.” Victor Hugo When I was teaching drama to children, one of them came to me and asked, “Mrs. Boecher, why do you have so many lines on your face?” … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Humor
Tagged AGING, Anxiety, FAITH, humility, humor, Inspiration, laughter, overcoming loss or depression, positive attitude, post Christmas
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MY 81ST NEW YEARS EVE
Here we go – another New Years eve – my 81st to be exact. I wonder just how many resolutions I’ve made and broken over those 80 years. I’ve probably lost and gained the same 25 pounds. Undoubtedly, I’ve done … Continue reading
Posted in aging, America, anticipation, change, New Year, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, change, New Year, perseverance, promises, resiliance, resolutions
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FAMILY REUNION
(bottom left to right) Son, Bob Boecher – Paul Boecher – Kathy Boecher – Daughters, Joy Oquist & Amy Pentti. (Top left to right) Granddaughter, Kaeli Oquist, Bob’s fiancee, Janet Stroup, Grandson, Josh Pentti, Amy’s husband, Brian Pentti, Joy’s husband, … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Christmas, Family
Tagged AGING, Anxiety, Depression, FAMILY, life, Love, memories, photographs, togetherness
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LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW – PART THREE
When I started writing this series on November 13, I had full intention of continuing to part three on the 15th. That was the day I had already scheduled to have my king-sized, one centimeter kidney stone blasted from as … Continue reading
Posted in aging, inspiration., purpose, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, FAITH, God, Hope, Inspiration, Jesus, point of viw, positive attitude
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LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW
My maternal grandparents owned a farm. The house was charming, but I often wondered how a family of ten could inhabit the space comfortably. It was a two-story home with no bathroom until much later on. I would often spend … Continue reading
WEDNESDAY WISDOM – INFO OVERLOAD
When I was a kid I loved this saying – “The less you know, the more you study – the more you study, the more you know – the more you know, the more you forget- the more you forget, the less you know – … Continue reading
Posted in aging, America, depression, hope
Tagged AGING, change, deipression, Fear, God's consistency, Hope, turmoil, wisdom
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THROW BACK THURSDAY – FAMILY
This is one of those old church photographs, taken some forty years ago. Things have changed a lot since those days, but there are few things that are especially noticeable. Paul has more hair than the rest of us. We … Continue reading
DOWN HOME COMFORT
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The backyard beckons me back home, the swing’s a welcome sight, It sits amongst a flower bed, with pillows soft and bright, The sound of crickets, frogs and birds, is constantly alive, There … Continue reading
Posted in Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, refuge
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, Creation, FAITH, INSPIRATION, refuge, sanctuary
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CHANGE ISN’T ALWAYS EASY
As life goes forward, dwelling in the past gets further and further from our present-day reality. There is nothing we can do about what has happened prior to this time in our lives, except to learn from our mistakes and … Continue reading
Posted in aging, anticipation, anxiety, God's plans
Tagged AGING, Anxiety, confidence, death, FAITH, fears, Future, Jesus, plans
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GENERATION GAPS?
So much has changed over time – or has it? I think the generation gaps we hear about are more like stepping-stones to building future generations. In my lifetime alone, I’ve seen technology change tremendously. I grew up with one … Continue reading
Posted in aging, America, change, Encouragement, Faith, Family, goals
Tagged adaptation, AGING, change, FAMILY, Future, generations, good old days, Inspiration, memories
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LIFE CHANGING SEASONS
When fall is in the air, all sorts of thoughts come to mind. The temperatures will soon be turning cold; winter is just around the corner. Leaves are changing color and need to be raked. Apples are ripe for picking … Continue reading
Posted in aging, anxiety, Faith, healing, Inspiration
Tagged AGING, changes, FAITH, healing, Inspiration, prayer, seasons
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MEDICAL MISHAPS
We’ve all experienced some pretty weird things when it comes to medical issues. My acting troupe, “The Jewels of deNial,” has recently combined their talents to create this next episode of our radio show called, “Medical Mishaps.” The collaboration of … Continue reading
Posted in acting, aging, Inspiration
Tagged acting, AGING, encoragement, FAITH, humor, Inspiration, laughter, medical issues, performing arts, purpose, retirement
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MY WALK, HIS WAY
WANDERING My steps have slowed, my pace has too. A desert waits, I know it’s true, I cautiously approach its ebb, I put away all fear and dread, I trust as if a child would do, step by step I … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Faith, Poetry by Kathy Boecher
Tagged AGING, encouragement, FAITH, Jesus, Poetry by Kathy Boecher
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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 AGING, creativity, encouragememt, Inspiration, purpose, retirement, self-confidemce, theatre
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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 AGING, circle of life, experience, FAITH, life, memory, wisdom
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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 AGING, Art & inspiration from Kathy Boecher, autumn, gardens, seasons, wisdom
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