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THE STORY OF US – PART 8 – IN SICKNESS & HEALTH

1 Corinthians 13:4-7: Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoing but … Continue reading

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THE STORY OF US – PART 7 -UPS & DOWNS & UPS

As both of us entered our 40th year of living, we surprised each other with a party that truly did surprise. In February, everyone hid in a photography studio as Paul & the photographer were off on a photo shoot. … Continue reading

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THE STORY OF US – PART 5 – READY, SET, GO

So much was going on around us. It was 1963. President John F. Kennedy was killed by an assassin’s bullet. The event was televised. A few days later, his funeral procession would also be seen on TV screens across the … Continue reading

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WAITING IN WAITING ROOMS

When you’re in your 80s, it’s not unusual to spend a lot of time in waiting rooms.  The one pictured is quite nice.   I took the photo while waiting for Paul to get his eyes examined yesterday.  As we sat … Continue reading

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I ASK YOU TO STAY . . . .

I’ve been thinking a lot about surrendering these past few months. When I think of battle, the thought of surrender is usually a last resort. I’m learning that it should have been my mantra for a long time. Raising the … Continue reading

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WHAT AM I TRYING TO PROVE?

We buy the latest fashions, even though we really should stick to something that looks and fits better.  We expect our children to be perfect, forgetting they are human and so are we.  We plan elaborate vacations in hopes of having a … Continue reading

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TUESDAY TRANSPARENCY

TRANSPARENCY means to be completely honest – to wear your heart on your sleeve – to show responsibility and respect for others – to create a feeling of trust with another person. These are all definitions which apply to me … Continue reading

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WHAT GOD ORDAINS IS ALWAYS GOOD . . .

Whether we’re facing life or death situations, climbing the ladder of success, raising and guiding a young family, beginning a new school year, we can be sure that we are not alone in it. We may think that following God’s … Continue reading

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PALLIATIVE CARE?

What exactly is Palliative Care? We’re learning. For us, we are just beginning the journey into Palliative Care. This program is different from hospice, because it provides care for those with chronic disease – those who have untreatable Cancer – … Continue reading

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FUZZY VISION

Days like today, when the sun is shrouded by a heavy haze, when the air is filled with smoke from other parts of the world, when no amount of washing will eliminate the dirt and grunge that fuzzes up our … Continue reading

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RELINQUISHING CONTROL

Last night, we topped off our Friday with a visit to our favorite pizza place. This has been a mainstay for us and holds many memories of good times, good conversation and good food. Yesterday, was another of those chapters … Continue reading

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YELLOWSTONE MEMORIES

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER THE ROAD TO HELL When you’ve hit the bottom of that dark and lonely road, When your mind is troubled and you’re ready to explode, When the days seem endless and the … Continue reading

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EXPERIMENTATION- GENETICS – CONSPIRACY -BRAINWASHING

When life slows down and you are moving closer to the end of it, you spend a lot of time in front of the tube. For us, it’s old movies – either cowboys and outlaws – soldiers and war – … Continue reading

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MISTY

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© Shades of grey, crimson and yellow dot the landscape with a magical mist, Covering a multitude of sins, I wonder if this is how we look to God? Covered with a veil of … Continue reading

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A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF US

Our week was filled to overflowing with visits from dear friends on Monday – a view of another friend’s beautiful garden and short visit with them. Tuesday was spent with church friends at breakfast, made possible by those friends’ generosity. … Continue reading

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A LUMP OF CLAY

There’s something about a lump of clay – it’s malleable. In the right hands, with the right tools, the clay moves and becomes a different form or shape. In the Bible, we’re told that we are the clay and God … Continue reading

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THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD

Since it’s TBT, I’m sharing a post from 2014. Jesus has been my family’s shepherd for a lifetime. Even when it seems that we’re getting close to the end of our journey here on earth, we can draw comfort from … Continue reading

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NEW SUMMER MEMORIES

Last year, at this time, we were on the shores of the river in Hudson, WI, watching young sailors having fun and learning how to sail. It was a beautiful memory of a day. The air was fresh and clean. … Continue reading

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PUTTING BOUNCE BACK INTO YOUR STEP

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 It’s Monday again. Thank you, Lord, for … Continue reading

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TURMOIL OR PEACE?

ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© When fears and worries are so real,We sometimes wonder why we feel,The pangs of deep depression. The weight’s extreme – we lose all hope,Our hearts grow sad – for strength … Continue reading

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