Tag Archives: Future

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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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART TEN

Posted on March 8, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

OVADYA – A SLAVE Slavery in my time was like a last resort for most. Those who had special talents or abilities had better lives to look forward to. Imagine, standing on an auction block, waiting for the highest bid … 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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TIME MARCHES ON . . .

Posted on December 29, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

SHADOWS OF THE PAST – ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER It was at the height of its opulence, this city from of old,It commanded respect and attention, its streets were paved with gold,It shone like the brilliant … Continue reading →

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PAST SINS

Posted on November 10, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

There are times when old mistakes come back to haunt me. Even though I know that Jesus has paid for every one of them, they still live in my mind like a smoldering ember. I think that even believers in … Continue reading →

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THE STORY OF US – PART THREE – WAITING

Posted on September 18, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

The summer of 1960 was filled with magic moments for both of us. Each had different plans for the next step in our education. I would have to work to pay for mine. So, I spent the summer working at … Continue reading →

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SIGNS

Posted on August 18, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

There are signs all around us, to lead us, to warn us, to create interest, to sell something to us, and yet the signs that really matter don’t always really matter to us. We read the speed limit signs, for … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS THAT ONE THING?

Posted on July 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

When days seem endless – when the world seems to come tumbling down upon you – when you think you can go no further – when tears overtake you – when prayers seem to go unanswered – when death seems … Continue reading →

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FINAL EXAMS

Posted on May 9, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

This week many college and/or high school students will be taking final exams. I can relate to the pressure they’re under. I never liked taking tests. I would often wait until the last minute to cram every ounce of information … Continue reading →

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PARENTING – GETTING DOWN IN THE TRENCHES

Posted on January 17, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

I don’t mean to mislead you by my title today. Raising a family doesn’t mean you’re going to be fighting a never-ending battle with your offspring. It does mean you will be spending your time much differently than you did … Continue reading →

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CHANGE ISN’T ALWAYS EASY

Posted on October 29, 2022 by atimetoshare.me

As life goes forward, dwelling in the past gets further and further from our present-day reality. There is nothing we can do about what has happened prior to this time in our lives, except to learn from our mistakes and … Continue reading →

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GENERATION GAPS?

Posted on October 19, 2022 by atimetoshare.me

So much has changed over time – or has it? I think the generation gaps we hear about are more like stepping-stones to building future generations. In my lifetime alone, I’ve seen technology change tremendously. I grew up with one … Continue reading →

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PHOTOGRAPHIC MEMORIES

Posted on May 21, 2022 by atimetoshare.me

Dust covers the now stagnant and aging photo albums on my coffee table.  My youngest daughter still loves searching through those picture books – hoping to find memories of her own childhood. When it became easier to put them on … Continue reading →

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AULD LANG SYNE

Posted on January 1, 2022 by atimetoshare.me

“Old long ago” is the literal meaning of this phrase which usually shows up once a year. We hear it sung as a huge crystal ball is lowered in Times Square.  The title could be loosely interpreted as “in days gone … Continue reading →

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GRADUATION DAY – NOW WHAT?

Posted on June 7, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

It’s finally come – your high school graduation, So now what are you going to do? You look quite amazing – beyond expectation, Just think of what you have been through. You’ve gained so much knowledge in twelve years of … Continue reading →

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KAELI’S ROAD TO GRADUATION

Posted on May 17, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

The day you were born, I began to live again. You touched parts of my heart that I didn’t realize existed. As I watched you grow and with each step you took in your young journey, I was right there … Continue reading →

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A KAELI ROSE IN BLOOM

Posted on May 11, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

The next few weeks I plan to honor my amazing granddaughter, Kaeli. She will be graduating from high school in less than a month, so each week I’m going to focus on this young woman and share how much she … Continue reading →

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AN AGING EDIFICE

Posted on January 5, 2021 by atimetoshare.me

Right outside the city, stands a house that’s very old,Built to fight off danger and the bitter, wintry, cold,Each brick was placed precisely upon the cornerstone,The mortar held them tightly, through winds so swiftly blown. This house was built so … Continue reading →

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WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS

Posted on October 6, 2020 by atimetoshare.me

In this crazy world of ours, we’re often told to take a chance – to throw caution to the wind and follow our instincts. It’s true that every day is a second chance for most of us. We find ourselves … Continue reading →

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HELP! I’M STUCK IN MY SHELL!!

Posted on August 11, 2020 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve always had issues with my self image.  I’m not sure what caused it, but it may have to do with a need to please everyone.  I now realize that giving up my own thoughts in favor of friendship is … Continue reading →

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