Tag Archives: positive thoughts

A FIELD OF WEEDS . . .

Posted on May 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Yesterday we went on our weekly road trip within 20 miles of our home. It’s always good for us to roam through the surrounding neighborhoods and burrows in search of God’s beautiful bounty of creation. Nothing takes your mind off … Continue reading →

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GOING WITH THE FLOW . . .

Posted on April 26, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER You can almost imagine the sound of a babbling brook, Trickling rapidly over rocks, winding over obstacles, but still persisting, Each turn in that flowage, touches something along the way, We can … Continue reading →

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MARCH MARCHES IN LIKE A LAMB

Posted on March 2, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

So much going on in the merry month of March. It’s a good thing it contains so many days. In March, our family celebrates many birthdays. The month also brings St. Patrick’s Day, where everyone becomes Irish for a day. … Continue reading →

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ON BECOMING A WISE GUY . . .

Posted on February 5, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

This week I’m going to focus on wisdom. Not because I’m so filled with it myself, but because age doesn’t necessarily make us wise. I think some of the greatest words of wisdom have come from children. For example, when I was … Continue reading →

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HAPPY CURMUDGEON DAY . . .

Posted on January 29, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

The definition of the word, “curmudgeon,” can best be described in pictures rather than words, The Muppet’s grumpy fellows sitting in the balcony come to mind. I also think about Clint Eastwood telling those delinquent kids to get off his lawn. It also … Continue reading →

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FACING INTO DEATH . . .

Posted on January 26, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

I’ve talked about my “Jewels of deNial” group in the past. This is an acting troupe which deals with the issues of aging. We’ve covered topics like technology, medical problems, memory issues, traveling in the golden years, physical maladies and dependance … Continue reading →

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WINSOME WEDNESDAY

Posted on January 24, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

“Winsome” is one of those words we don’t use in daily conversation anymore, but it’s a lovely word. It’s an adjective which means – sweetly or innocently charming. Maybe that’s why we don’t use it much.  Our world has become less innocent, … Continue reading →

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THE GREAT MINNESOTA SNOWSTORM

Posted on January 13, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

This certainly has been an unusual winter for us up here in Lake Woebegon. A storm which was expected to drop several inches and create blizzard conditions eluded us. I guess it could be called a “NOstorm.” I find it really … Continue reading →

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DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?

Posted on January 6, 2024 by atimetoshare.me

Lately, much of my time has been spent going to doctor appointments. I guess that goes along with the aging factor. During those times, I have the opportunity to observe the comings and goings of people – sick, well, hearty and … Continue reading →

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FINAL DAYS OF OCTOBER

Posted on October 23, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

“October is the month of painted leaves.Their rich glow now flashes round the world.As fruits and leaves and the day itselfacquire a bright tint just before they fall,so the year near its setting.October is its sunset sky;November the later twilight.” … Continue reading →

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A LOOK BACK – A HUNDRED YEARS

Posted on October 9, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

As I start a new week, my mind shifts to the olden days. Now that I’m considered an antique, I think about those days a lot. Maybe you remember seeing a sampler like the one pictured above. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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WAITING IN WAITING ROOMS

Posted on September 9, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

When you’re in your 80s, it’s not unusual to spend a lot of time in waiting rooms.  The one pictured is quite nice.   I took the photo while waiting for Paul to get his eyes examined yesterday.  As we sat … Continue reading →

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HIDING BEHIND A MASK

Posted on August 11, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

I have a collection of masks. They aren’t really the kind you wear, but they look interesting hanging on a wall. Since we moved seven years ago, those masks remain in the box they were packed in. I haven’t found … Continue reading →

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LIGHT IN THE DARKEST HOUR

Posted on June 11, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A tender shepherd walked this earth with love within his touch,His words could calm the troubled sheep, His hands led them through much.He chased away the predators, He brought them safely home.He … 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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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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GOD’S PERSONAL NOTE TO YOU

Posted on April 29, 2023 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Do you know how precious you are to me?Do you not feel my presence every second of every hour?Do you know that I want to take your problems, your worries, your fears and place … Continue reading →

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EACH ONE UNIQUE

Posted on February 12, 2019 by atimetoshare.me

This year all the snow we generally receive over the course of winter, has dropped more than sufficiently in just one month – which has just begin. Winter in Minnesota lasts for about six months, so we need to find … Continue reading →

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