Tag Archives: independence
AMERICA – MORE THAN A NATION
We have come through another year of birthday celebrations for our nation. This one was not the usual party. Our nation has been in the midst of more growing pains as the corona virus struck all of us, giving us … Continue reading
GOD BLESS AMERICA
Freedom is a word being catapulted about like a ball of fire lately. This being a day celebrating our independence from England will lack fireworks, but the celebration of our nation will not die. For almost 250 years, this fledgling … Continue reading
WORLD TRAVELER
A little over a year ago, my grandson began an adventure of a lifetime. After graduating from college, he made the decision to take a year to travel to South Korea and work as an English teacher. The choice was … Continue reading
HAVE WE LOST OUR INDEPENDENCE?
Independence is a word which describes our ability to be self sustaining, self sufficient and self supporting. It has long been a part of who we are as Americans. It doesn’t mean that we are no longer accountable to someone, … Continue reading
WHAT DOES FREEDOM MEAN?
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger. James 1:19 I am proud to be an American, not because of the ugly events in our history, but for the people … Continue reading
ON BEING A MOTHER
Some years ago, I played the part of Mae Peterson, the domineering mother in “Bye Bye, Birdie” in a community theatre production. At the time, my own kids were well beyond childhood, so I could relate somewhat to the character. … Continue reading
WE THE PEOPLE …
When the United States declared its independence over 200 years ago, the words were carefully thought out and determined by men of character, high moral conduct and intelligence. The words which have stood the test of time, begin with the … Continue reading
UNCAGED
“Be like the bird who, pausing in her flight awhile on boughs too slight, feels them give way beneath her, and yet sings, knowing she hath wings.” Victor Hugo Yesterday, we had the opportunity to ride through the Smoky Mountains. … Continue reading
WHAT IS FREEDOM?
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Freedom is the ability to walk the streets without fear, To enjoy the beauty of our country and all its majesty, To live away from the bondage of a sick society … Continue reading
GOD BLESS AMERICA!
Independence – a word that indicates freedom from the oppression of a government or from serving others. It indicates our ability to be self sufficient. Kids can’t wait for the day when they’re free of their parents’ reigns. Young adults … Continue reading
