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THE YEARS IN BETWEEN – CONCLUSION

Posted on February 4, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

Socio-economic conditions, poverty, oppressive rulers, lack of spiritual leadership and corruption in the church, over taxation, trade – all these things played a part in what Jesus was becoming. As He watched His parents struggle, His siblings leave the nest … Continue reading →

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THE YEARS IN BETWEEN – INSTALLMENT SIX

Posted on February 2, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

THE FAMILY TREE There’s so much talk about finding our roots these days. I started to do some digging a while back but came up against a road block which hindered any further discovery. In God’s Word, Luke clearly gives … Continue reading →

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THE YEARS IN BETWEEN – INSTALLMENT FIVE

Posted on February 1, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

ON BEING A JEW IN JESUS TIME Both Mary and Joseph were from the lineage of King David.  They followed the laws of the Old Testament and devoutly studied the scriptures each day.  They would have insisted on that within … Continue reading →

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TELL YOUR STORY

Posted on October 5, 2020 by atimetoshare.me

For most of us, we don’t think there is anything worth writing about in our own story. However, God has created each of us with a uniqueness that can’t be denied. Each story is important. Each life has merit and … Continue reading →

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THE BOOK OF LUKE

Posted on November 30, 2019 by atimetoshare.me

The season of Advent is upon us.  The word is derived from the Latin “adventus”,” which means ‘to come. ‘ Literally the word references the appearance or coming of someone important or of noble birth.  There are many traditions connected … Continue reading →

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WHERE DID I COME FROM?

Posted on January 14, 2019 by atimetoshare.me

There’s a big trend these days to discover our ancestry.  You can go to a site on the internet to find out where you came from and some clues to who you are.  I think we all like to know … Continue reading →

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THE FLIGHT OF THE RED BARON

Posted on April 6, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

  Most of us have heard of the Red Baron of World War I through the antics of Charles Schulz cartoon character, Snoopy.  The persistent beagle dons his leather pilot’s helmet, goggles and white silk scarf, ascends to the top … Continue reading →

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FATHER FIGURE?

Posted on April 5, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

Born on April 5, 1900, in my home town of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Spencer Tracy would become a star in the movies.  He was the quintessential father figure in my eyes.  His kind and compassionate approach to each character he portrayed, showed in his … Continue reading →

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A SAD LITTLE BOY

Posted on April 4, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

On this day in 1853, the fourth and last child of Abraham and Mary Lincoln was born. He was named Thomas.  It was a difficult labor for Mary.  Many hours of pain and the attendance of two doctors resulted.  Little Tad was born … Continue reading →

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A LEGEND IN HIS OWN TIME

Posted on April 3, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

When I was a  child, I found great solace in the literature of the past.  Books like RIP VAN WINKLE and THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW held great fascination for my imaginative young mind.  The beauty of reading a well … Continue reading →

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MANY FACETED MEN

Posted on April 2, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday was Easter, so I didn’t have time to research famous birthdays – however, we should not forget the man who brought many faces to the silver screen through his characterization.  Lon Chaney was born on April 1, 1883.  I imagine … Continue reading →

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TOO YOUNG TO DIE

Posted on March 31, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

There are so many harsh memories of the American Civil War.  Even today, remnants of the pitting of brother against brother seems impossible to imagine.  Yet even in times of war, deference to family can take a back seat to … Continue reading →

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE BIG BOX

Posted on March 29, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

Celebrate your success and find humor in your failures.  Don’t take yourself so seriously.  Loosen up and everyone around you will loosen up.  Have fun and always show enthusiasm.  When all else fails, put on a costume and sing silly … Continue reading →

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BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIER

Posted on March 28, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

On this day in 1793, the United States was just a fledgling nation with much unexplored land to the west.  On that day, Henry Schoolcraft was born in Albany, New York.  His father was a glass maker and Henry would … Continue reading →

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WAR IN BLACK & WHITE

Posted on March 27, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

If you tune into the American Hero Channel, you’ll most certainly come across a program relating to World War I or II.  Sometimes the film footage has been colorized.  Most of the shows are in black and white, which suits … Continue reading →

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HIDDEN HISTORY

Posted on March 26, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

Picture this fellow wearing a worn out fedora, a slightly unshaven face and a whip encircling his shoulder.  He wears a leather bomber jacket. He’s fit and strong.  His brain is sharp.  His sense of adventure stirs him into action.  … Continue reading →

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THAT OLD BLACK MAGIC

Posted on March 24, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

It was 1953 and I was only eleven.  I think I’ve mentioned that I spent most of my early childhood at the local movie theater.  This particular day, the very handsome, Tony Curtis and his lovely wife, Janet Leigh, were … Continue reading →

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ARTIST OF DEATH

Posted on March 23, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

My father in law became part of the family mortuary business which his father established before him. He had a keen eye.  He was able to restructure faces which had been mangled or disfigured by disaster –  burned –  cut –  bruised – suffering … Continue reading →

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ONE, TWO, THREE STRIKES – YOU’RE OUT!

Posted on March 22, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

Here in Minnesota we have the Twins as our representatives in Major League baseball.  Not since their big World Series win, in 1991 against the Atlanta Braves, has there been so much excitement for the team. Yet when spring training starts, … Continue reading →

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THERE’S NO BIZ LIKE IT

Posted on March 21, 2018 by atimetoshare.me

There’s no people like show people They smile when they are low Even with a turkey that you know will fold You may be stranded out in the cold But still you wouldn’t change it for a sack of gold Let’s … Continue reading →

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