Tag Archives: FAITH

THE GOD OF PEACE . . .

Posted on August 21, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER “FINDING PEACE” Where can you find some peace of mind, when all around seems lost,In city streets so dimly lit, at an expensive cost,In valleys green where water pours through rivers pure and clean,In shadows of … Continue reading →

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OUR FATHER GOD . . .

Posted on August 20, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Parenting can be rewarding, a little stressful at times, somewhat frustrating at others, but always an adventure. When God blesses us with children it’s our obligation as good and loving parents to make sure that child is cherished and cared for, but … Continue reading →

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A DELICATE BALANCE

Posted on August 19, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. Martin Luther King, Jr. We’re experiencing some wonderful weather here in the Midwest.  Days are growing shorter, but each moment … Continue reading →

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NEVER GIVE UP . . .

Posted on August 18, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve always loved stories with a moral – parables like Jesus told and those of philosophical folks who have experienced life to the max. Today is “Never Give Up,” day. This little story is filled with great motivation for those … Continue reading →

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JESUS CHANGES EVERYTHING

Posted on August 17, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

It seems the older I get, the less I know or understand. My life may seem hunky dory to most folks, but even those who seem to have it all together, face difficulties. Many times, those difficulties require smart choices, … Continue reading →

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LAST BLOOMS OF SUMMER . . .

Posted on August 17, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A bouquet of vibrant colors, slowly fading in the hand, Picked fresh this very morning, plucked from the moistened land, Our lives are like those flowers – they slowly wilt and die, We want … Continue reading →

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GOD’S PRESENCE . . .

Posted on August 14, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I need to be wrapped in the protection of God’s holy wings. Each pinion gently lays over me – cuddling and nurturing. The softness and strength are overwhelming. He breathes His presence upon … Continue reading →

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AND THE WINNER IS . . .

Posted on August 13, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

The Olympic games of 2024 are finished. All the years, months, days and hours, devoted to a particular sport have paid off with the awarding of gold, silver and bronze medals. To be honest, I did not tune in this … Continue reading →

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LIFE’S MARATHON

Posted on August 12, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

“Life is a culmination of the past, an awareness of the present, an indication of a future beyond knowledge, the quality that gives a touch of divinity to matter.”   Charles Lindbergh There’s nothing wrong with setting goals.  By planning … Continue reading →

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ALL KINDS OF SEEDS . . .

Posted on August 11, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

WATERCOLOR ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© A seed drops, It burrows and nestles into rich soil, It springs forth with new life, Fragile branches at first, Growing strong with each passing day, Expanding, stretching, embracing the sky, Reaching for … Continue reading →

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TRACES OF LIFE . . .

Posted on August 10, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© “Yellowstone Falls,” acrylic In life we have a quiet voice, that whispers more than screams, We open up our mouths to speak, our thoughts, our hopes, our dreams, We take the easy … Continue reading →

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LAUGHING IS GOOD FOR US . . .

Posted on August 7, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

In looking at my posts over the past few weeks, I realized I was spending a lot of time talking about sadness, depression, worry and anxiety. Maybe that’s because life has changed for us drastically over the past couple years. … Continue reading →

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HOW’S THAT PLAN WORKING FOR YOU?

Posted on August 6, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

So often, the plans we make go awry. We carefully lay down our goals – work hard to achieve them – almost accomplish them – only to crash and fall at what should be the finish line. We rely so … Continue reading →

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SAVE MY TEARS IN YOUR BOTTLE

Posted on August 4, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Psalm 56:8 ESV  “You have kept count of my tossings; put my tears in your bottle. Are they not in your book?” In ancient times, some 3000 years ago, mourners were known … Continue reading →

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FROM HERE TO ETERNITY . . .

Posted on August 3, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I like to think of my life as a series of episodes. Each one leads to the next, which can leave you hanging at the end and wondering what’s next. They can also cause you to think about the endless … Continue reading →

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OUR ROAD TOGETHER . . .

Posted on August 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

“OUR ROAD, TOGETHER,” By Kathy Boecher ART By Paul Boecher© Sun slowly sets, leaving glistening rays upon the still water, We hold hands and think about tomorrow, We plan, We dream, We hope for answers, For wisdom, discernment, dependence on … Continue reading →

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WHEN THE BOUGH BREAKS . . .

Posted on August 1, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Moisture hung heavily in the air last night. The heat of the day became drenched with tropical dewpoints. A welcome thunderstorm opened up the heavens, pouring huge droplets. So heavy that a portion of the birch tree clump in our … Continue reading →

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VACATION MEMORIES

Posted on July 30, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

The most memorable times of my life have been spent on family vacations. Now that travel is pretty low on our to-do list, it’s kind of fun to look back at those times when we would venture out into the … Continue reading →

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ALL ALONE . . .

Posted on July 29, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This planet’s not my home. I am an alien here. This place is just a hardened shell encasing sin and fear. The husk is hard to crack. There’s only one who can. … Continue reading →

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LIKE TEARS FALLING . . .

Posted on July 28, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

There seems to be a lot to cry about these days. The world is filled with an abundance of tears. We cry because we’re troubled, anxious, physically in pain or emotionally suffering. Tears can be a blessed relief when we’re … Continue reading →

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