Tag Archives: humor
HALLOWEEN BLOOD TEST
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER A few years ago, I was scheduled to have a blood test at my clinic. It was the day before Halloween so I wasn’t too surprised to see the staff dressed in costume, but I had … Continue reading
JEWELS OF DE NIAL MARATHON WEEK
As you know, I’ve spent the entire pandemic in a creative frenzy. My over 55 acting class fizzled out, but something wonderful sprang forth from it. The three women in the front row of these two photos (R to L,) … Continue reading
I DON’T NEED INFLATION
During most of my 79 years, I have been fighting inflation. I dont need it anymore, nor do I want it. Begone with thee, inflation!. I’ve seen my body mass go up and down more than the economy and in … Continue reading
MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
As we age, we need to constantly make adjustments to the way we used to do things. For example: the stairs in the house. Our last house had a second level, which required climbing stairs up and down. We were … Continue reading
SNAKES IN THE BASEMENT
My husband grew up in a home that also housed the family business – a funeral home. There were the usual jokes throughout his childhood about people dying to get in there. There were an abundance of stories that would … Continue reading
POST 9/11
The mermaid in the photos was sculpted during the year 2001 by my husband Paul Boecher. It is mounted on a bar at the Newsroom Restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. The bar is shaped like an old pirate ship and the … Continue reading
FUNNY MONDAY
I’m a big fan of Maxine. She tells it like it is and I often do too. I’m much more courageous when I don’t have to confront anyone face to face. The written word is my battleground and I spurt … Continue reading
CLOSED CAPTIONING MISHAPS
I started using the closed captioning feature on our TV set because of my hearing loss. Since my husband doesn’t suffer from the same malady, it seems the perfect solution. Reading the captions can take something away from the performance, … Continue reading
MAKING A LIST AND CHECKING IT TWICE
Since another school year is about to begin, I thought it might be a good idea to get organized. First I’ll write a “to do list.” I used to be really good at that until the “to do list” became … Continue reading
THERE’S NOTHING BUT GOOD NEWS
Some of you may know that I have absented myself from the news world for about three months now. The idea of ignorance being blissful is really quite true, and even though there are those who believe it’s important to … Continue reading
INSPIRED BY ONETA
The first post I read this morning was from our dear friend Oneta. She brilliantly told the story of her hilarious events while she was hospitalized a while back. So glad you recovered from the experience, my friend. Everyone should … Continue reading
TODAY IS HAMMOCK DAY – WHO KNEW?
Those dog days of summer, when the heat will not allow you to do anything physical except get into a hammock and sleep the day away. That is of course unless you’re a human – a woman with few motor … Continue reading
MY HEAD IS IN THE CLOUD(S)
I promised to be back and here I am again. Unfortunately, you can’t get rid of me unless something of great magnitude occurs – like the breakdown of a computer. Who knew? I’m sure there are many who didn’t miss … Continue reading
WHAT ABOUT SLEEPING FOR TWELVE HOURS?
If Betty White’s quote is true, I must be really ugly. Last night I slept for twelve hours. This has not been a common occurence for me in some time. Ever since the pandemic began, my sleeping habits have reversed … Continue reading
MAKE WAY FOR SUMMER
OK this is anything but serious poetry. I’m in a silly mood. The beat of a different drummer announces that it is summer, You welcome any newcomer, like a cast from “Dumb and Dumber,” A talented banjo strummer – you … Continue reading
CAPTURING THE WIND
We had a stiff wind yesterday and a reminder that we can’t control the elements. It started out as any normal day for a couple of old retired folks. We generally get up early, do our morning devotion and talk … Continue reading
IS LIFE JUST A DREAM?
I’ve been known for fantastical, out of this world, nonsensical and truly weird dreams. One night I dreamt I went in for some kind of surgery and came out with tattoos all over my body. Mind you, I have never been … Continue reading
RETIREMENT FALLACIES
I actually didn’t retire until I was 68 – that is, I didn’t apply for Social Security until that time. I continued to work until I turned 74. We decided it was time to downsize and moved into a house … Continue reading
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