Tag Archives: endurance
SPRING IS BUSTING OUT ALL OVER
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER A few years ago, Paul and a few other men observed the nest of a pair of osprey. The birds busied themselves with refreshing the nest before the eggs were laid, oblivious … Continue reading
OVER THE MEADOW & THROUGH THE WOODS
“Over the meadow and through the woods to grandmother’s house we go.” These were words of excitement for us as we prepared to spend the Christmas holiday with our children’s grandparents. The words changed into tremendous challenge as we packed … Continue reading
THROUGH OUR CHILDREN’S EYES
ORIGINALLY POSTED ON ATIMETOSHARE.ME 5/13/17 When children are young, they look to their parents as super heroes – men and women of steel – those who can make all their boo-boos better and dry their tears when they are hurting. … Continue reading
RUN THE RACE WITH ENDURANCE
The giant reaper opens it massive jaws and its teeth consume the hay – It spits out bales of golden chunks as it forages through fields of fodder – food that will keep the cattle happy for the cold months ahead. … Continue reading
I COULD NEVER DO THAT
They stood by Him for three years. The One who called them was like none other they’d ever known. Following Him left no question. He was charismatic yet gentle. His voice held confidence. His mission seemed so important to them. They … Continue reading
NATIONAL DOG DAY
PHOTO OF OUR DOG “GAGE” A RATHER SNOOTY LLEWELLEN SETTER I’ve written much about our dog Gage, but this is a special day, dedicated to doggies and I thought a good time to let you know how we’ve grown to … Continue reading
THE YEARS IN BETWEEN
“There is no fulfillment in things whatsoever. And I think one of the reasons that depression reigns supreme amongst the rich and famous is some of them thought that maybe those things would bring them happiness. But what, in … Continue reading
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A WINNER?
I grew up and spent the early years of my adult life in Wisconsin, so I guess I’m a dyed in the wool Packer fan. That is unless the Minnesota Vikings happen to win. I was around when Vince Lombardi … Continue reading
ROOTS
Original art by Paul T. Boecher© A tangled mass of long spindly fingers, reach out desperately,, Longing for the life giving, thirst quenching desire to go on, Roots, once deeply entrenched, now surface and meander through the muck, Facing obstacles unknown, yet pushing … Continue reading
I WANT IT RIGHT NOW!
We live in a world of instant everything. We can get information just by inputting data into a computer. We are transported to far off places with the flick of a remote. Our diet may consist of fast food, microwave … Continue reading
LORD, GIVE ME STRENGTH
I just completed a marathon week of drama. We held a summer theater enrichment program to a group of kids from 7 – 12. There was not only drama instruction and music, but there was a fair amount of actual drama as … Continue reading
THURSDAY’S CHILD
If you’re old enough to remember Mother Goose, you’re acquainted with “Monday’s Child.” This rhyme was designed to help children learn the order of each day of the week. All of them has a positive reference except for Thursday. “Thursday’s … Continue reading
