Tag Archives: God

COLUMBUS DAY OR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE?

In fourteen hundred ninety-two, Columbus sailed the ocean blueHe had three ships and left from Spain through sunshinem wind and rain,He sailed by night he sailed by day; he used the stars to find his sway.A compass also helped him … Continue reading

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EXTENDED AUTUMN . . .

PHOTOGRAPHY & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER As storms rage all around us, I can’t help but feel sad for those suffering loss of property, material things and even lives. It is a tragedy for sure. Still, when we see how … Continue reading

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TBT – 2020

Since today is Thursday and there is an opportunity to look back, I’ve decided to repost this one from 2020. Most of us are trying to forget about that year and the chaos, loss and change it inflicted upon so … Continue reading

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GOD’S WHISPERS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Howling, whistling, streaming through a patch of aging trees, The wind surprises and upsets and strips them of their leaves, One day a lush green canopy, another turned to gold, Soon withered, … Continue reading

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OPEN YOUR EYES

In our age of technological advances, it hardly seems necessary to use our minds.  Our information is right at our fingertips.  Wouldn’t it be interesting if we all eventually wind up like E.T. with our line of communication being our pointer … Continue reading

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TEACH YOUR CHILDREN WELL . . .

Wars continue to wage in the Middle East, despite the many lives already spent. Gangs infest the streets of our cities, shattering young lives and enticing vulnerable children into their malicious arms. Immorality festers in each new bit of technology. … Continue reading

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SUNFLOWER SEEDS . . .

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© The sunflower seeds have blossomed and the fields of yellow and brown, fill the land with glory and majesty for all who come to enjoy their beauty. These locations have been the perfect place … Continue reading

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ATHLETES, POLITICIANS, MIMES & BOBBLE HEADS

Having been both a student and teacher of public speaking, I’ve had to learn a lot about body language. Has anyone else noticed similar gestures, eye contact, hand movement and nodding heads on those in the public eye? When they … Continue reading

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AGING EAR DISEASE – OR SELECTIVE HEARING

All kinds of diseases beseech us as we grow old. One that has caused me a lot of problems lately has to do with hearing loss. As Maxine says, “I’m not hard of hearing. I’ve just heard enough.” This loss … Continue reading

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FOOT & MOUTH DISEASE . . .

Yesterday, my post was about plank in the eye disease. I’ve decided to continue this trend until the end of this week. There are many diseases floating around our world. Many are caused by bacteria or some kind of infection … Continue reading

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ALL WE CAN DO IS PRAY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When it seems that there is no answer, when we come to the end of our rope, when all else fails, we often turn to prayer. Wouldn’t life go so much easier … Continue reading

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PLANK IN EYE DISEASE

When you get even the smallest speck of dust or pollen in your eye it can cause a ton of discomfort. In Matthew 7:3-5, Jesus says, “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and … Continue reading

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NEW LIFE . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© Pushing through the smallest spaces, reaching to the sky above, Drenched in sunshine and in splendor, nurtured by God’s own pure love, As blood flows through each dark vein, bringing life … Continue reading

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GOD AT OUR CENTER . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER We’ve traveled many miles along this thing that we call life, At first two friends we came to be, and then a man and wife, We’ve had our share of ups and … Continue reading

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BE THE WEEBLE . . .

The Weeble was invented in 1971 by toy company, Hasbro. They are a variety of children’s roly-poly toys. They’re still available on the market under the Playskool brand. These egg-shaped toys are weighted at the center of the bottom, allowing … Continue reading

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SURPRISE!

Yesterday we were invited to attend a baby shower as a family. The new arrival is expected at any time. Anticipation for this event had been highlighted by a quick visit from our South Carolina and Illinois family. Little did … Continue reading

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THE FAMILY BOND . . .

When I think of family, I think of happy times, anxious moments, days of stress and sometimes even anguish. Still there were times of hope and being sure that we were all tightly woven into a patchwork of threads that … Continue reading

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THE WEEK IN REVIEW . . .

Looking back and looking forward both bring challenges and joy. My problem is that I often lose sight of the highlights of the past week and the good things that lay ahead. Many times, we get lost in the mundane … Continue reading

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UNCONDITIONAL LOVE . . .

When you consider having a family, be prepared for tons of frustrations –  giving up the things you enjoy doing for yourself – keeping one eye opened while you sleep – never getting the laundry done – a sink full of dishes  -maintaining your … Continue reading

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BUILDING FAITH ON THE UNSEEN . . .

Faith is impossible if you rely on reason or logic. Faith means giving up control. Faith is taking for granted a truth that you can’t make sense of. It requires surrender. When we are tested in this world of ours, … Continue reading

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