Tag Archives: Depression

MAY 13, 2024 – NATIONAL FROG JUMPING DAY

Posted on May 13, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

“If it’s your job to eat a frog, it’s best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it’s your job to eat two frogs, it’s best to eat the biggest one first.” Mark Twain So, today is … Continue reading →

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GIVING UP OR GIVING IN?

Posted on May 8, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© So deep within the tallest pines, with darkened haze enshrouded, A hidden place encased in webs of silver threads beclouded, Peaceful, quiet, sanctuary, a refuge where you can hide, A place to lick the wounds of hurt … Continue reading →

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FILL ‘ER UP . . .

Posted on April 24, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

In the old days (how I hate that expression) filling up your car’s gas tank was so different. First, you’d pull into a “service” station and a young lad would come out dressed in a white uniform and hat. His … Continue reading →

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FRAZZLED FRIDAY

Posted on April 19, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

We’ve come to the end of another work week. It’s Friday, and many of you are thanking God for that fact. I’m thanking Him for getting me through another week. When you’re in the “golden years,” it supposed to be … Continue reading →

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THE FARM . . .

Posted on April 16, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

As I sit in my own “farm” house in the city of Anoka, I can’t help but recall days spent at my grandparents’ home in Wisconsin so many years ago. There’s something about a farm that reeks of clean living, … Continue reading →

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SUNDAY DRIVE . . .

Posted on April 15, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

We have been experiencing an amazing spring. The snow has melted. The ground is thirsting for moisture, but we know that God will provide that in time. Yesterday, after church, we decided to take a drive. We do a lot … Continue reading →

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PAYING IT FORWARD . . .

Posted on April 9, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Every once in a while, something happens to reassure your confidence in the human race. Kindness is one of those things. I didn’t attend church this past Sunday, partly because of my inability to hear everything and partly because emotions … Continue reading →

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TEARS FROM GOD . . .

Posted on April 7, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© “CLEANSED BY THE TEARS OF GOD“ Mountainous clouds entwine in a sky of black,Filling with tears from the Lord of all.He sees and He knows our tribulation.The depth of our sorrow is … Continue reading →

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A WALK ON A DUSTY ROAD

Posted on April 1, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It was time to return home to Emmaus. The walk would take them less than a day. It was about ten miles from Jerusalem, so the trek would give them time to talk about the events of the last few … Continue reading →

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WHERE EVIL LURKS . . .

Posted on March 27, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

He was one of the most dazzling of God’s creation. He was called, Lucifer, the son of the morning, the day star.  He was there at the beginning – he’s been around throughout history and still exists today.  He has charisma – he’s … Continue reading →

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GOD’S WISDOM . . .

Posted on February 10, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I planned to write about wisdom this week. I got through Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Wednesday night required another trip to the ER. The problem was taken care of, and we were sent home. Thursday, we ventured to scheduled appointments with oncology for scans … Continue reading →

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THE BEAT OF A DIFFERENT DRUMMER . . .

Posted on February 8, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Since it’s Throw Back Thursday, I’ve opted for a rerun. The beat of a different drummer, the rhythm that forms its song, The ratta-tat-tat of the lonely drum, creating a deafening, mortal, gong, The march of weary, … Continue reading →

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SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST

Posted on February 3, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting was done several years ago, shortly after a tornado tore through the city of Minneapolis.  An entire rookery was destroyed, except for one lone survivor. God shows us, even in … Continue reading →

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WHEN YOU JUST CAN’T . . .

Posted on February 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

There are some days when you just CAN’T – Make it through the discontent, Throw your troubles to the wind, When your inner thoughts have sinned Toss your worries in the air, Hope that someone’s home up there, Pray for God … Continue reading →

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COMING TO GRIPS . . .

Posted on January 18, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Exactly what does it mean to come to grips? This isn’t a common idiom these days. Instead we might say something like, “get in touch with your feelings,” ”learn to cope,” or “don’t sweat the small stuff.” Since today is National Thesaurus Day, … Continue reading →

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WE ALL NEED JESUS – PART THREE

Posted on January 16, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

When I turned 21, my world seemed perfect. I was going to be married within a year. All the arrangements had been made. My father kept asking how many people were going to attend and kept a tally up until the day … Continue reading →

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WE ALL NEED JESUS! PART TWO

Posted on January 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday, I started a series on how important Jesus is for all of us. It actually was to be one post, but I got a little carried away, which happens to me often these days. Through all the stages of our lives, … Continue reading →

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WE ALL NEED JESUS! – PART ONE

Posted on January 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

John 3:18 ESV ”Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only Son of God.” The lovely picture associated with this post was found on … Continue reading →

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THE GREAT MINNESOTA SNOWSTORM

Posted on January 13, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

This certainly has been an unusual winter for us up here in Lake Woebegon. A storm which was expected to drop several inches and create blizzard conditions eluded us. I guess it could be called a “NOstorm.” I find it really … Continue reading →

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WHO IS THAT?

Posted on January 12, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I have to admit, I feel this way almost every morning when I get a first look at my reflection in the mirror. Who is that old lady? How did she get into my bathroom and why is she here looking at … Continue reading →

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