Tag Archives: Inspiration
MY WALK, HIS WAY
When I began writing this blog, almost five years ago, I had no idea what I was doing. I enjoyed reading others’ posts. I made some new good friends – some disappeared along the way – some even went to … Continue reading
BRRRRRR ……
OK, I live in Minnesota. Why? Because I’m a glutton for punishment? Because I love extreme temperature changes? Because my hot flashes actually do feel good? There really isn’t a good reason. I live here because I was born here … Continue reading
WHERE DID I COME FROM?
There’s a big trend these days to discover our ancestry. You can go to a site on the internet to find out where you came from and some clues to who you are. I think we all like to know … Continue reading
PROVERBIAL THOUGHTS
The sun peeked through the morning mist today. What started as tints of red and gold, exploded into a kaleidoscope of color. Soon pinks were blending into mauve and the hazy cloudiness made it look like surreal. We’re experiencing a January … Continue reading
THE AUTHOR OF OUR DESTINY
A writer knows that every story consists of a beginning, a middle and an end. There’s conflict throughout as the protagonist tries to overcome the antagonist to reach his goal. In the midst of the story are various characters, who … Continue reading
DON’T YOU JUST HATE LISTS?
Soon you and I will change the way we live. We will begin another diet – cut down on using electronic devices – spend more quality time with spouse or children – cut out some addictive behavior – become more … Continue reading
BREATH OF HEAVEN
A young girl of thirteen or so, was about her daily chores, when suddenly an angel appeared out of nowhere and began to give her the most astonishing news. Sounds like a story line for a science fiction novel or … Continue reading
MY CHILD, MY JOY!
When she was brought home, preparations were being made for Christmas. She was due on Christmas Day, but surprised us by coming early. We named her Joy Noel, not realizing just how much of a joy she would grow into. … Continue reading
THE WORD WAS MADE MAN
“You should point to the whole man Jesus and say, That is God.” Martin Luther How can it be – a child conceived by the Holy Spirit, within the womb of a virgin? Why is it that God decided to take on … Continue reading
OLD FASHIONED SANTA
ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This Santa was the first one that my husband gave to me, This loving new tradition was placed underneath the tree, He is the likeness of the man who carved this piece … Continue reading
A TIME FOR HOMECOMING
For the past week and a few days, I’ve been sharing most of my time with my dog, Gage. Each of us handles our loneliness in different ways. He becomes depressed and doesn’t eat when the master is gone. I, … Continue reading
A NATURAL BRIDGE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© We travel the highway of life, depending upon the road, Some trails have been blazed before us, as others their burdens towed. Yet there are still roads untraveled, paths filled with trials unknown, A … Continue reading
IF MY PEOPLE HUMBLE THEMSELVES …
We are a nation divided right now and the only way to be unified once more is to pray for God’s intercession. Our governing leaders have been faced with threats of assassination. Bombs in the mail are the new message … Continue reading
CRUSHED, BUT NOT DEAD
ORIGINALLY POSTED 11/06/2017 Ezekiel 37:11-14 “Then he said to me: “Son of man, these bones are the people of Israel. They say, ‘Our bones are dried up and our hope is gone; we are cut off.’ Therefore prophesy and say to … Continue reading
OPENING NIGHT
Tonight the lights will come up on another opening – another show – another pie. Well, at least I’m now prepared for it. After two times rehearsing, I’ve discovered that my gut reaction to fend off said pie, doesn’t work. … Continue reading
FEMINIST MOVEMENT – CAUSE & EFFECT
“Any woman who chooses to behave like a full human being should be warned that the armies of the status quo will treat her as something of a dirty joke. That’s their natural and first weapon. She will need her … Continue reading
UNCONDITIONAL
When we give something of ourselves to benefit others, God tells us to do it with a loving heart. If there is any malice in the doing or giving, we aren’t doing it His way. His love is an example … Continue reading
FINDING THE RIGHT WORDS
“Our society strives to avoid any possibility of offending anyone, except God.” Billy Graham Our nation has become so politically correct that we’ve almost become numb to the evil insidiously wheedling its way into the fiber of our existence. Nothing shocks … Continue reading
SPREAD SUNSHINE
“A wonderful thing about true laughter is that it just destroys any kind of system of dividing people.” John Cleese Today I’d like to turn my thoughts to laughter. There is nothing in the world like it. You hear … Continue reading
