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NOT OF THIS WORLD . . .
C.S. Lewis authored over 30 books. He was a literary scholar, an atheist and later on in his life he returned to Christianity. At that time, he became a student and teacher of theology. His most popular series, “The Chronicles … Continue reading
CONSIDER THE ANT . . .
“Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise.Without having any chief, officer, or ruler, she prepares her bread in summer and gathers her food in harvest.How long will you lie there, O sluggard?When will you arise … Continue reading
SLEEPING IN THE RAIN . . .
“Be still, sad heart! and cease repining;Behind the clouds is the sun still shining;Thy fate is the common fate of all,Into each life some rain must fall”― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Most folks know I have a passion for old time … Continue reading
SHOW ME YOUR WILL, LORD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER God’s creation is one of many places where we can feel His presence and know that He is with us. As we begin this week, let’s never forget that He alone is … Continue reading
A COUNTRY HOME . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL AND KATHY BOECHER© The swift movement of the paintbrush shows the life that lived in the house. A family, a hearth filled with love, a building that had seen generations pass by. How many … Continue reading
GENERATION SNAP . . .
I am part of the “Silent Generation” or more commonly known as a Traditionalist. We all have our pluses and minuses, but many of us old timers seem to think that the Newbies are on the road to destruction. I … Continue reading
BEAUTY IN DARKNESS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The peacefulness just before sunrise – not many critters moving around yet, but in this watercolor, you can see what Paul witnessed in the woods on many occasions. He was an avid … Continue reading
WALK IN MY SHOES . . .
In December of 1962, Harper Lee’s novel, “To Kill a Mockingbird,” was released as a black and white film starring Gregory Peck. It was a time when racial inequality was at its height. Riots were going on across the country. … Continue reading
SPRING HAS SPRUNG . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER At the end of March, I was getting antsy for spring. Of course, in Minnesota, it’s too soon to work outdoors because you never know what the next day will bring. I came across … Continue reading
RAGING WATERS . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© I just realized that it’s National Poetry Month and I should’ve posted a poem a day. I’m relying on my collection of poems for material this morning. The following piece relates the waters that rage through … Continue reading
WHAT IF?
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could simply erase the events of the past? We can face life with all kinds of question marks or we can have faith that whatever we do will be guided by the creator of … Continue reading
ARE YOU HIDING FROM GOD?
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This Paul Boecher watercolor is painted in the style of Van Gogh. The multiple strong brush strokes depict turmoil, confusion, a little chaos and an impressionistic flavor. Much art is a … Continue reading
WHISPERING WINDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© April is a mix of every kind of weather. It may start out with some snow. It slowly progresses to warmer temperatures, but not without a fight. Rain comes to nourish the … Continue reading
FICKLE OR FAITHFUL FRIDAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Fridays can give us feelings of finality. The work week has finished. It can fill us with freedom to spread our feathers and fly. It can further foster fun and frolicking for … Continue reading
WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A HERO?
What does it take to be a hero? First you have to be willing to put your own life at risk for the benefit of someone else. That could mean running into a burning building to save someone or steering an … Continue reading
BOTH ENDS OF THE SPECTRUM . . .
For almost six months of the first year of my first great grandson’s life, I was able to care for him while his mom worked to finish her college degree. The time was spent mostly cuddling with a newborn, changing … Continue reading
WANDERING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Guess I have aging on my mind today. Here’s a poem from my collection, called “Wandering.” The watercolor painting shows a wilderness of sorts. Even though it’s desolate, it is filled with … Continue reading
GOOD GRIEF . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This intricate watercolor was painted by Paul shortly after winter left and what remained was the start of new life. As we travel this world there will be ups and downs. Situations … Continue reading
DIVERSION . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is pretty much of a diversion from what you see from Paul’s paintbrush. We’re accustomed to landscapes and beautiful vistas. This one is out of his realm, but don’t we … Continue reading
NEW LIFE INSURANCE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER God looks at me and all He seesIs Jesus, His dear Son,He paid the price, He rescued me,The victory He has won. The ugliness of all my sin,Was bathed in His pure … Continue reading
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