Tag Archives: AGING

RANDOM THOUGHT

Posted on December 28, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Original art by Paul T. Boecher © Soon this leaf cluttered green turned to the white of winter, bringing the solace of an icy, glimmering peace.  We live life fully in the spring and rage through the heat of summer.  Each season has its … Continue reading →

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WINTER

Posted on December 27, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Original Art “SNOW” by Paul T. Boecher© The sun sprinkles a handful of fairy dust upon clinging icicles. Each one hangs on for dear life hoping that tomorrow the thermometer allows them to dwindle a bit, but in reality that … Continue reading →

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QUIET TIME

Posted on November 23, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

  My husband and son have a yearly ritual of going hunting for whitetail in Wisconsin during Thanksgiving week.  It started when our son would tag along at the age of three to sit in the woods with his dad. … Continue reading →

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PEOPLE NEED PEOPLE

Posted on November 3, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   My yearly physical has turned into a twice a year exam.  I understand that they need to keep closer tabs on us when we get older and I appreciate that.  It gives me a sense of security that I’m … Continue reading →

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SOMEWHERE IN BETWEEN

Posted on October 22, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

   When you reach middle age, you’re considered in the prime of life.  You’ve climbed the ladder of success, reached the pinnacle of career and lifetime relationships.  You’ve vaulted the hurdles of education.  Things are looking good.  When I turned … Continue reading →

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HOW ABOUT US OLD FOGEYS

Posted on October 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday I talked about how important it is for kids to know their value.  The same is true for us old fogeys. Somewhere in middle age we become so busy building a life we forget that.  When we’re on the outer … Continue reading →

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RESPECT FOR THE AGED DAY

Posted on September 21, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

I was surprised to discover that this is Respect for the Aged Day.  I was not surprised that this special day is celebrated in Japan, where honoring parents and the elderly is still held in high regard. With the dawn … Continue reading →

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HEAVEN IS MY HOME

Posted on September 10, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Luke 23:43 (ESV) And he said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” Those words were spoken by Jesus as He hung, beaten and bloody, as the main character on Good Friday. … Continue reading →

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THE OLD HOUSEBOAT

Posted on August 31, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© The old houseboat still maintained a look of elegance even though paint was chipped and faded – the bough battered slightly from constant pushing against shore, She sat quietly moored under the wispy trees which … Continue reading →

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CONNECTED

Posted on August 29, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

The song “People” by Barbra Streisand relates the importance of being connected to others. People who need people, Are the luckiest people in the world We’re children, needing other children And yet letting a grown-up pride Hide all the need … Continue reading →

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SUMMER GLORY

Posted on August 22, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© The edge of a bluff lined river – a glassy reflection glistens and bounces onto a hill.  The light touches the edges of trees and buildings in the distance, creating patterns dancing from one place to another .  The deep crevices fill … Continue reading →

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TRUE PEACE

Posted on August 19, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

  ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© When life engulfs you with   anger and rage – when you struggle with fear and temptation, Turn your mind to the glory of God’s written page – He will heal you and give you salvation. Though … Continue reading →

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WHEN WE WERE YOUNG . . .

Posted on August 17, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

ART BY PAUL BOECHER “TIL WE MEET AGAIN” © Another day – another time.  We were young and the world seemed so exciting and new.  We found each other in this magic place so many years ago and our lives … Continue reading →

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STAY THE COURSE

Posted on July 13, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

This past week we had visitors from Utah, Oklahoma and Wisconsin – cousins I’ve not seen in over 30 years. We’ve all become older, and the hair that remains has turned gray.  A few laugh lines have appeared (in my case an … Continue reading →

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AGE = A STATE OF MIND

Posted on July 7, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Fairy tales can come true – it can happen to you, if you’re young at heart … Old, blue eyes, Frank Sinatra made that dream seem possible when he released “Young at Heart” in 1963. It was the same year that Camelot fell … Continue reading →

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WHEN I GROW WEARY

Posted on June 15, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

There are days when I wonder if I have enough energy to make it through another hour – when my body cries out for relief – when the work continues long after the body has been spent.  Every muscle and … Continue reading →

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WEDNESDAY – NEW DAY

Posted on June 3, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Dr. Seuss was a word master.  Within his fun little verses he held great wisdom.   We all have a choice which direction we choose for our lives.  Choice is not just a term used for selfish reasons, it can be … Continue reading →

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THE HARVEST

Posted on May 13, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Like any gardener or farmer, I often grow impatient.   I want to see results within days of my planting. I soon remember that in this blogging world of ours, there are many seeds being planted each day.  The seeds don’t just … Continue reading →

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OLD LADY THOUGHTS

Posted on May 12, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

Lately I’ve been feeling I should stop blogging – that maybe I’m just preaching to the choir, even though they need preaching to just as much as anyone.  I’ve wondered if ego has sometimes gotten in the way.  Do the … Continue reading →

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WHAT DO I NOW THAT I’M OLD?

Posted on March 12, 2015 by atimetoshare.me

As I grow older, I often find myself feeling worn out.  My energy level is waning – I don’t always feel purposeful – at times I  feel sorry for myself and wonder what difference it made for me to be … Continue reading →

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