Tag Archives: heroes
WHERE BLOOD WAS SHED
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© These delicate, translucent blooms are not much seen today, A glimpse of what once used to be in fields along the way, In sunny spots they flourished there, with shades of pink and red, … Continue reading
REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN HEROES
Several years ago I was in a play called, “Summer Tree.” The story centered around a young man who struggled with going to war in Viet Nam. He struggled over enlisting or waiting to be drafted. Over the course of the play … Continue reading
THE FIELD OF FLANDERS
In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place: and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short … Continue reading
MY HERO, MY MOM
My mom was my hero. I gave her a run for her money and probably was the cause of her prematurely greying hair, but that didn’t deter her from pushing forward in life. She didn’t hesitate to color those grey tresses well … Continue reading
FIELDS OF BLOOD
ART & INSPIRATION FROM KATHY BOECHER The poppy remains the symbol of remembering our veterans. The red color and the abundance of these lovely blooms, is indicative of Flanders Field during World War I where many soldiers lost their lives … Continue reading
GOD BLESS THOSE WHO SERVE
What is at the heart of a hero? What does one do to become one? Jesus talked about the greatest gift we can give to our fellow man. That means we’re willing to help, protect and serve others without thinking … Continue reading
WHAT DO TOU REMEMBER
On Memorial Day we honor those who have served their country with dignity and honor – those who have put their lives on the line for the benefit and safety of others. A selfless act which has somehow been sullied … Continue reading
WHAT IS A HERO?
“We can’t all be heroes, because somebody has to sit on the curb and applaud when they go by.” Will Rogers We’re all endowed with an inner little gem, called a conscience, which allows us the ability to discern the difference between … Continue reading
TOO YOUNG TO DIE
There are so many harsh memories of the American Civil War. Even today, remnants of the pitting of brother against brother seems impossible to imagine. Yet even in times of war, deference to family can take a back seat to … Continue reading
THE REAL SUPERMAN
In the past week we’ve been witness to heroes of all sorts. There’s the average guy from Minnesota, who drives his boat to Texas in order to save displaced victims of Hurricane Harvey. There’s the moms and dads who send their … Continue reading
REUNITED
Our television screens have been filled with images of heroes this week. What a change. Only a short time ago, demonstrators filled the streets – violence was the fare of the day – hatred and bigotry scarred young minds and old. Now we see … Continue reading
MY MOM
My mom was my hero. No matter how lousy she felt – how tired or busy she was, I knew she was always available. She didn’t wear a cape – she didn’t fly – she didn’t have x-ray vision, (although I believe she … Continue reading
YOUNG HEROES
This week has been focused on a controversial election, protests, transfer of power and other things that annoy and agitate many. Some can’t accept the results. Some say, let it go. Some are angry, some violent, some are being paid to encourage … Continue reading
EVERY DAY HEROES
As we celebrate another Veterans Day, we take time to look up to those who have given a portion of their lives to serve their country. We’ll hear inspiring words concerning their unselfish and heroic deeds. Many of them … Continue reading
SUPER SUPER HERO
Another Super Bowl has come and gone and men who are simply much larger, stronger, physically capable than most can now rest on their laurels. Isn’t it amazing how willing some are to place their hopes and dreams on such qualities? … Continue reading
A HERO DOESN’T KNOW HE IS ONE
As we celebrate another Veterans Day, we take time to look up to those who have given a portion of their lives to serve their country. We’ll hear inspiring words concerning their unselfish and heroic deeds. Many of them will … Continue reading
MY HERO
Young girls often have a vision of a knight in shining armor coming to rescue them from the villainy of an evil tyrant and carrying them off to a kingdom that is perfectly free from trouble and sadness. As … Continue reading
