Tag Archives: encouragement

NO ONE CAN HIDE FROM GOD . . .

Posted on July 27, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© We often seek to hide from God – our sins are much too great, We tremble at the thought of Him, but He will simply wait, Until the darkness is … Continue reading →

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A RUSH OF MEMORIES . . .

Posted on July 24, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I woke this morning with a flood of memories filling my brain. I recalled how we met in high school and became great friends. I thought about the journey we’ve taken together for almost 60 years of marriage. I recollected … Continue reading →

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DAYS OF YORE . . .

Posted on July 23, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Somewhere along the line we have this image of how good things were in the olden days. If you examine the picture I’ve attached to this post, you’ll notice the woman smiling as she laboriously works through the task of … Continue reading →

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FROM GOD’S POINT OF VIEW

Posted on July 19, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This wood sculpture is called “Trust.” It is an attempt to show us how we might appear to God as He watches us from above. Like little children, we reach towards heaven … Continue reading →

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THE HEART OF THIS COUNTRY . . .

Posted on July 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Our world is full of tragic news and difficult decisions.We struggle to find good in all the strife and dark divisions.The devil uses all these things to tug within our reasoning.Manipulating all … Continue reading →

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BECOMING PART OF THE 21st CENTURY . . .

Posted on July 11, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

This will be my last post on technology for the time being. For years now, my kids have been telling me to get with the 21st Century and become familiar with the world of technology. I’ve given in, for the … Continue reading →

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THE END GAME

Posted on July 9, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Remnants of a frozen past, dangling branches kissed at last, Dreams of respite from the cold, thoughts of ever growing old, Sapped of life and wanting more, grasping for that final door, … Continue reading →

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IT’S JUST A TEST . . .

Posted on June 27, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

This life is full of tests.  So much depends on how we deal with them.  I’ve always been one of those who sailed along comfortably and when things started to get choppy, I’d give up.  Whether it was looking at … Continue reading →

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ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

Posted on June 25, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “SHOW ME YOUR WILL, LORD“ You can almost imagine the sound of a babbling brook, Trickling rapidly over rocks, winding over obstacles, but still persisting, Each turn in that flowage, touches something along … Continue reading →

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BREATH OF GOD

Posted on June 21, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER What inspires writers to write? Each of us has a story inside our brains. Maybe by using that story, we may inspire someone else with the words. Does it matter? There are … Continue reading →

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ANOTHER DAY OLDER & . . .

Posted on June 19, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It’s that time again. Another day, another birthday. Who would’ve thought I’d ever live this long? I still own the baby dish from which my mother once fed me. I’ve collected lots more stuff over these 82 years. Of those … Continue reading →

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SURROUNDED BY LIONS . . .

Posted on June 18, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The lion sculpted in wood was a birthday gift from my husband several years ago.  Paul spent many hours carving, chiseling and sanding to craft this special dramatic mask of sorts. The … Continue reading →

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VANTAGE POINT

Posted on June 17, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

When you get to be my age, many of my evening hours are spent in front of the TV set. Recently we watched a movie called, “Vantage Point,” with Dennis Quaid as a bodyguard for the president of the United … Continue reading →

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FATHER’S DAY QUOTES . . .

Posted on June 12, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

There are many funny things that people say about fathers. Why is it when we look for a card to represent our deepest feelings towards this man that had a huge part in our life, we tend to find one … Continue reading →

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INDIANA OR LOUISIANA . . .

Posted on June 6, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I always thought it would be exciting to be an archaeologist. The idea of wearing an Indiana Jones hat might have had something to do with it. My husband has one of those hats and at one time resembled a … Continue reading →

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TGIM. . .

Posted on June 3, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

We don’t usually relish the idea of another Monday coming around. Especially when you’re still active in the workplace. Mondays have earned the term “manic,” because no one likes returning to the mundane = the routine – the boredom, etc. … Continue reading →

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SPRINGTIME BOUNTY . . .

Posted on June 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Today is the beginning of National Garden Week. I’ve included some photographs of the blooms that have made their way into my garden this season. The beauty of having a garden is like waking up to a new surprise every … Continue reading →

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LIVING IN THE WILD

Posted on June 1, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY by PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The city life has strangled you, in every single way, You pack the car, the wife and kids and make your getaway. You fight the traffic and the heat, you long for … Continue reading →

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NOTHING NEW UNDER THE SUN

Posted on May 30, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Events in history on May 30th 1431 Joan of Arc was burned at the stake for heresy 1498 Christopher Columbus made his third journey to America 1539 deSoto brought 10 ships that landed in Florida 1806 Andrew Jackson fought a … Continue reading →

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GOD IS EVERYWHERE . . .

Posted on May 26, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When I grow weary from the weight of life, When every step becomes a heavy strife, There’s no relief, no respite for my load, The path is full of obstacles untold, Each … Continue reading →

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