ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER

God’s design is so amazing. Just take a moment to feast your eyes on it. The indigenous people of America were very much aware of this. This painting is an example of the Northwest Coast people. Paul was intrigued by their art and many of his sculptures reflect that. With each season, change is all throughout nature. God’s amazing design is everywhere. With the coming of spring, birds are making their way back into our environment. His eye is on the smallest and greatest of them. Today, as the sun rises, thank Him for His handiwork. Each line, curve and detail is important to the finished product. Yes, there is darkness in this sin filled world, but look closer and you will see the majesty of God’s masterpiece.

A tree stands firmly in the ground, though ancient yet unworthy,

Its life has spanned a hundred years, its limbs cried out for mercy,

The sun has withered, burnt and scorched, the wind has taken its toll,

The snow filled skies and frosty air are God’s quality control.

In spring new life will come again as leaves bud forth in glory,

A canopy of green appears creating a new story,

In fall the tree must undergo another painful trimming,

As leaves of crimson, gold and rust upon the ground are swimming.