Tag Archives: Inspiration

JUNETEENTH

Posted on June 19, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Way back in 1865, America was reeling from the effects of the Civil War.  Texas, however, had no part in the conflict.  In fact, many slaves moved to the Lone Star State to flee the battle.  When the Emancipation Proclamation … Continue reading →

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MY HUSBAND, THE DAD

Posted on June 17, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

“In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself.”  Ephesians 5:28 To conclude my series of father’s who had a profound effect on me, I’m choosing to write about … Continue reading →

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MY DADDY, THE FOREMAN

Posted on June 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

My dad taught me how to tie my shoes.He grieved with me when my box turtle fell off the ledgeof our fourth floor apartment.He came with me to the five and dime to return a trinket I had stolenand apologize … Continue reading →

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MY FATHER’S DAD, THE TAILOR

Posted on June 15, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ALVIN OREN KEENE – 1893 – ? I know very little about this man. My paternal grandfather was not on the scene when I was born. My grandmother never mentioned him, but the story is that he was a tailor. … Continue reading →

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MY FATHER-IN-LAW, THE MORTICIAN

Posted on June 14, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

MY FATHER-IN-LAW – ROBERT HENRY BOECHER – 1909-1965 When I was first introduced to my future father-in-law, I was surprised to discover him a man of many hats. He had followed his own father’s footsteps by going into partnership with … Continue reading →

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MY GREAT GRANDFATHER

Posted on June 12, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

When Albert Nedden was born on 1 January 1873, in Prussia, German Empire, his father, Johann Gustav Nedden, was 53 and his mother, Henriette Ernestine Wilhelmine Emilie Nedden, was 45. He had at least 1 son and 3 daughters with … Continue reading →

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FLOWERS THAT BLOOM IN THE SPRING

Posted on June 10, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© “A garden to walk in and immensity to dream in–what more could he ask? A few flowers at his feet and above him the stars.”― Victor Hugo, Les Misérables Ancient days, Tranquility and peace, Time to … Continue reading →

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FRIDAY IS A STATE OF MIND

Posted on June 9, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Well, here it is Friday. The end of the work week. The beginning of the weekend and then it’s back to the same old same old. Or is it? What did you accomplish this week? I got up this morning … Continue reading →

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THROW BACK THURSDAY – ORGANIZED CHAOS

Posted on June 8, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

SINCE TODAY IS THROW BACK THURSDAY, I’M DOING A RERUN OF ONE ORGINALLY WRITTEN ON 5/11/17 As we travel this road called life, we will encounter chaos.  It is not the way God intended our path to be. He created … Continue reading →

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WEDNESDAY WISDOM FROM A WISE GUY

Posted on June 7, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

It’s Wednesday – Hump Day – National Chocolate Ice Cream Day -the middle of the work week – a day to share some wisdom. So, since I’ve been called a “Wise Guy” from time to time, I may be qualified … Continue reading →

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MONDAY MUSINGS

Posted on June 5, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

It’s Monday again. The only reason I know that is because yesterday was Sunday and the third Sunday in a row, we’ve been able to attend church in person. Getting the week started has always depended on that event. Physically … Continue reading →

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WHEN WORDS AREN’T ENOUGH

Posted on June 4, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When the words you speak don’t cut it, when the pen can’t write them down, When you depend on other things to repair the thoughts you’ve sown, When your attempts to make … Continue reading →

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SMALL TOWN SUMMER DAYS

Posted on June 3, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Oh, those lazy days of summer, leave me wanting better things, When days are long and nights are warm, with all that nature brings, A quiet street has come to life, as morn drifts into … Continue reading →

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ROOTS

Posted on May 16, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Art by Paul T. Boecher© A tangled mass of long spindly fingers, reach out desperately, Longing for the life-giving, thirst-quenching desire to go on, Roots, once deeply entrenched, now surface and meander through the muck, Facing obstacles unknown, yet pushing forward, yearning for … Continue reading →

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A STORM TO REMEMBER

Posted on May 15, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

It was the first time the world had ever experienced rain. Up until this time in history, the earth had been covered with a canopy of moisture to nourish and sustain it. When God finally lifted it, it was as if … 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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GOD’S MAJESTY

Posted on May 7, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the mountain’s early dawn, His majesty is seen,The skies fill up with brilliance, and glorious golden sheen,His breath is seen in morning mist, His voice through eagles’ song,His power displays in … Continue reading →

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ARE YOU A PALEONTOLOGIST ?

Posted on May 5, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

During a time of restoration in our lives, both my husband and I took any kind of jobs just to make ends meet. I’d spent 13 years as a volunteer drama director at the high school our kids attended. With … Continue reading →

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CANCELLED DEBT

Posted on May 3, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

Wouldn’t it be nice to have all of your debts cancelled? What if today you receive notification that every debt you’ve ever incurred up until now has been paid in full? No more student loans. No more car or mortgage … Continue reading →

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SAYING YOU’RE SORRY, BUT NOT SHOWING IT

Posted on May 2, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

In 1970 Ali McGraw uttered the words, “Love means never having to say your sorry,” to Ryan O’Neal on her deathbed.  I was a young woman at the time and the romance and sadness of the moment resonated with me.  … Continue reading →

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