Tag Archives: AGING

I WON’T GROW UP!

Posted on October 17, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

“Some day you will be old enough to start reading fairy tales again.” C. S. Lewis Like Peter Pan, I’ve often thought of myself as the proverbial child.  The thought of growing old was never appealing. Doing childish things wasn’t … Continue reading →

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BACK IN THE SADDLE

Posted on September 13, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

When we grow older, learning isa process that stays with us until our final breath is drawn. Yesterday I began another after school adventure with several.  I decided to return to this for one more session, not only because I … Continue reading →

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MULTI-TASKING?

Posted on August 31, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

It has come to my attention that I no longer possess the ability to multi-task.  Gone are the days when I could sew up to 50 costumes in a week, write a play or two, teach a class, plan meals … Continue reading →

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GOODBYE AUGUST

Posted on August 31, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

This was the view out my living room window on this day last year at our old, old house. The air is fresh and crisp today.  Skies are clear and brilliant blue.  Usually we don’t have much change in color until … Continue reading →

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HAPPY SENIOR CITIZENS DAY

Posted on August 21, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

Today has been designated Senior Citizen Day.  This forgotten element of our society is slowly growing into oblivion.  The young folks have lost respect for the elderly, when they are really a mountain of information and deserving of  attention. When I turned … Continue reading →

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THIS ISN’T WORK

Posted on August 3, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

A couple weeks ago, I shared with you that I’m starting a new line of work. It isn’t a full time position.  In fact, I’ll just be working at this particular facility once a month.  I have to admit I … Continue reading →

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THE OLD GREY MARE…

Posted on July 26, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

I hope I look as dignified as this old, grey, mare.  After a long rest, I’ve decided it’s time to get back in the saddle again.  My last physical indicated that I’m in pretty good health for an old lady, … Continue reading →

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SUMMER TIME

Posted on July 26, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Not so long ago, The ground was frozen and Covered with a blanket of snow, Now an early summer sun beats ferociously, Upon the landscape, Humidity fills the air, Hovering like … Continue reading →

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THE WORD NEVER GETS OLD

Posted on July 23, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

“Within the covers of the Bible are the answers for all the problems men face.” ― Ronald Reagan The older I get the more I realize how little I know. You would think with maturity and age, along would come … Continue reading →

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INSIDE OUT

Posted on July 14, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Scuffed by the constant thrashing of the elements, Exterior somewhat battered by overuse, Sitting quietly in the peace of the harbor,, Waiting for another chance, Like us, clothed in … Continue reading →

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TALES FROM THE DARK SIDE

Posted on June 30, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

If only life were like a box of chocolates, but alas, I’ve been restricted – mostly self-inflicted – to a life of leafy greens, high protein and a lack of sugar.  I’m not complaining, it’s just tough for an old … Continue reading →

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QUIT YOUR BELLY ACHING

Posted on June 26, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

Woke up early yesterday morning with a bit of a tummy ache, which turned into a full fledged stomach flu of some sort.  Believe me when I tell you, when you reach my age, a hangnail is cause for alarm.  … Continue reading →

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REMEMBER WHEN?

Posted on June 22, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

I think every generation considers the “good old days” as their times growing up and as young adults.  George Washington undoubtedly preferred remembering the days when he was cutting down cherry trees more than his time leading a fledgling country out of … Continue reading →

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TRANSITIONS

Posted on June 21, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve come to the conclusion that part of God’s wrath came down specifically on women in the form of hormonal imbalance.  There are some changes as men age, but women get the brunt of it. In the teen years, our … Continue reading →

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L’CHAIM

Posted on June 19, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

Today I’m blessed to have survived 75 years of life.  As many of you know, I am at an age where many of my friends are already in heaven or are facing the near possibility.  For some reason, God has … Continue reading →

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REUNITED

Posted on May 20, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

We’ve been spending the last two days with my wonderful sister and her husband.  They’re both 5 years younger than us and their youthful spirit is much like the first couple in the above cartoon.  I am represented by the … Continue reading →

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DO OVER DAYS

Posted on May 15, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

I started last week with great enthusiasm.  I got out my garden tools and set about the task of pruning some dead branches.  In my enthusiasm, I pulled one back that had no intention of leaving its home, so it … Continue reading →

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EVEN WHEN I’M OLD AND GREY

Posted on May 14, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER©  “God, thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared thy wondrous works.  Now also when I am old and grey headed, O God, forsake me not; until … Continue reading →

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WATER COLORED MEMORIES

Posted on April 18, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

I admit that my memory has faded over the years.  However, I feel it’s kind of a defense mechanism.  Maybe God has sifted through some of the junky memories that are no longer necessary for me to hang onto.  We often … Continue reading →

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LOOK TO THE CROSS

Posted on April 13, 2017 by atimetoshare.me

Our days on earth are really very few when you think about it.  As I grow older and closer to the end of mine, I’ve begun to realize that.  It seems only yesterday that the ground was covered with a white … Continue reading →

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