Tag Archives: wisdom

JUST ANOTHER BIRTHDAY . . .

Posted on July 3, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

What if the life expectancy of a nation depended on smooth sailing – no problems – loss of respect or resources – a lack of patriotism? Having recently celebrated 84 years of my own life, I realize a whole bunch … Continue reading →

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I’LL NEVER STOP LOVING YOU . . .

Posted on July 1, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

It is eighteen months since my one and only love went to his eternal home. So much has changed in my life since that day. For the first year of grieving, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of care and … Continue reading →

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A REVOLUTIONARY IDEA . . .

Posted on July 1, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

With the 250th birthday of America coming in just a few days, we’ll hear many stories about the American Revolution. There are many recognizable names – like John Adams and his wife Abigail – George & Martha Washington – Benjamin … Continue reading →

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WHEN FEAR TAKES HOLD . . .

Posted on June 29, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

“This world of ours… must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be, instead, a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect.”  Dwight D. Eisenhower As we grow older the things we worried about when we were … Continue reading →

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HIS PLAN – NOT MINE . . .

Posted on June 28, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The painting I’m sharing today shows a road filled with missed directions, detours and roadblocks. Much like the beginning of every day. No matter what we do, we seem to come up … Continue reading →

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OPEN THE DOOR . . .

Posted on June 27, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This watercolor painting of Paul’s carries a different mood than you normally see. Usually, his work is very upbeat and inspirational. We all have times when things aren’t going well. We struggle … Continue reading →

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SOFT MORNING HAZE . . .

Posted on June 25, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© This beautiful image depicts the softness of dew in a vast valley, surrounded by foothills and mountains. You have to look hard to see the mountains, but you know they’re there. … Continue reading →

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COMPLETE DARKNESS . . .

Posted on June 24, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

His hand reached for the oil lamp in the blackness. He was enveloped in the deepest darkness he had ever experienced. He strained to see even a tiny glimpse of light – just a faint whisper – nothing. He groped, … Continue reading →

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PRELUDE TO AMERICA’S BIRTHDAY

Posted on June 23, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

POETRY & INSPIRATION BY KATHY BOECHER No matter how you feel about our country and what’s going on right now, I believe there will always be hope for her future when we put our faith in God. He has promised … Continue reading →

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HAPPY FATHER’S DAY . . .

Posted on June 21, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Another holiday spent without the father of my children. My heart aches that he has been taken from us, but I am sure where his new home is. He is walking and … Continue reading →

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I’M NOT A TREE . . .

Posted on June 19, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s something about a tree.  When it grows old it has gained great stature.  It has reached towards heaven and branched out in many directions.  The circles on its trunk indicate how … Continue reading →

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FATHERHOOD REQUIREMENTS . . .

Posted on June 17, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Today’s post is on the serious side, so I thought I’d include a funny image. This one might be a little outdated because many dads don’t even wear ties anymore. Dads have a lot of things on their plate. Not … Continue reading →

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WHAT MAKES A GOOD FATHER?

Posted on June 15, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

I don’t know the people in this photograph, but I’m happy to say that my husband had the joy of meeting his great grandson before passing away. I’ve been blessed for the past 19 months to be part of that … Continue reading →

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RAISE THE FLAG . . .

Posted on June 14, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

Originally posted 06/14/2018 A country’s flag is a symbol of what that country stands for and believes.  The American flag is no exception.  With its stripes, we’re reminded of the thirteen original colonies which fought for her independence from a … Continue reading →

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HE LEADETH ME . . .

Posted on June 14, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This weekend has proven the glory of God through His control of the weather. He sent much needed rain to areas that were beginning to show signs of draught. He sent winds … Continue reading →

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CALL US IRRESPONSIBLE . . .

Posted on June 11, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

With Father’s Day soon to be upon us, I’m using this re-rerun to talk about our heavenly Father. (Originally posted in 2018) My dad’s brother could be compared to the prodigal son, which would make him the brother who became … Continue reading →

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I’M STILL CONFUSED . . .

Posted on June 10, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

You’d think at my age, I’d have it all figured out. With years of living behind me, I should be loaded with wisdom and knowledge. I’ve made many difficult decisions in my life. I’ve trudged through some hard times. I’ve … Continue reading →

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THE LITTLE THINGS . . .

Posted on June 8, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

“It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” Laura Ingalls Wilder Mondays are usually days to start over – to put a new perspective on things – to forget about last week and … Continue reading →

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WHERE IS GOD?

Posted on June 5, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Hurricanes, wildfires, flooding, deadly tornadoes, earthquakes are all part of God’s plan.  We often wonder where He is during massive destruction.  We wonder where He is during a terrorist attack, when innocent … Continue reading →

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WHAT, ME WORRY?

Posted on May 29, 2026 by atimetoshare.me

The image of Alfred E. Newman is probably not familiar to most of my readers. I am a relic, after all. This was common in the middle of the 19th century somewhere. I should be at a point in life, … Continue reading →

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