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PRECIOUS, PATIENT HANDS . . .
Spanning four generations, these little hands so preciously folded, show the sweet disposition of the boy they’re attached to. For the past week, my old broken-down hands were part of his life on a daily basis. As we sat in … Continue reading
ANOTHER GIGI ADVENTURE . . .
You may have noticed, I’ve been MIA for the past week. My life was enriched by a wonderful vacation with family. I overcame my fear of getting on an airplane again and spent some amazing quality time with those I … Continue reading
WE SHALL NEVER SURRENDER . . .
Winston Churchill was the Prime Minister of England at the time. This short, pudgy, cigar smoking upstart, made a lot of noise in politics, but his words often dripped with optimism. His choice of words would stir a nation to … Continue reading
SUMMER MEMORIES
Summer is almost half over and this time of year always stirs memories of family vacations. We weren’t quite as bad as the Griswolds from “Family Vacation.” Our adventures often took us out west. One summer we spent a week … Continue reading
GARDENING 101 . . .
WATERCOLOR ART BY KATHY BOECHER It’s hotter than blazes out there. I feel like MInnesota has become the new garden state, because I’m seeing all kinds of beautiful gardens this year. Perhaps there’s something good to say about global warming. … Continue reading
IN THE MOMENT . . .
“Try to be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” Maya Angelou This photo brings back a wonderful memory. Paul and often took little road trips to get into some natural spots and enjoy God’s beautiful creation. It’s remarkable how many of … Continue reading
DON’T BE AFRAID OF THE STORMS . . .
This morning I was awakened at 6 AM by an eerie sound. I didn’t have my hearing aids in, so I promptly got up to look out the window. I could barely see beyond the glass. The air was stifled … Continue reading
NO DOUBT . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© What we see, may not be what we think it is, A change in color, The temperature, The sounds, The smells, The tastes, All things need minute examination, Before we can decided … Continue reading
SUMMER STROLL . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor sketch was done on the St. Croix River in Hudson, WI. Doing quick sketches like this would give Paul some reference for a future painting. Many of them looked like … Continue reading
MUDDLING THROUGH . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© (Today I’m sharing one of my watercolors of a lilac bush in full bloom.) This week was the first time in a while that I’ve felt like doing some work in the garden. The … Continue reading
MARKET STRATEGY – BRANDING . . .
BRANDING – it’s a word used a lot these days in the advertising trade. A brand tells consumers about a company and what it represents. It can have a positive effect by encouraging people to buy a product or it … Continue reading
ANGER & MALICE & RAGE – OH, MY!
When we moved to Minneapolis in 1973, we were thrilled to be living in a “big” city that maintained good values – had an amazing art community – was a beautiful metropolis and still had a home town feel to … Continue reading
STAY WITH ME . . .
Dear, Heavenly Father, As my time on earth ebbs to a close, it’s easy to fall prey to the devil’s claim that life ends with our final breath. That our lifetime of building has come to an end. As the years pass, … Continue reading
THE TEN SUGGESTIONS?
“Obedience of the law is demanded, not asked as a favor,” Theodore Roosevelt When we observe all that’s going on in this world, and especially the obscene state of affairs in our own country, it’s easy to say God’s commandments … Continue reading
SATURDAY WISDOM . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Finally, a day without hazy skies and extreme temperatures. The first day I’ve actually been able to retrieve a few weeds. It’s funny how quickly our bodies wither away as each … Continue reading
WHAT DO YOU SEE?
This photo reminds me of a joke I heard a while back. When looking through her dirty window, a woman complained about her neighbor hanging out her still soiled clothes. Maybe she should’ve washed her windows before she passed judgement. … Continue reading
PUTTING THINGS INTO FOCUS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You walk into a room full of people, Forming opinions before you know, You walk a narrow path in the country, Treading softly in places unknown. The sun casts its radiance upon you, You’re captured … Continue reading
ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE . . .
Captain Jack Sparrow is hardly an expert on evading trouble and undoubtedly numbed himself with rum, but this statement rings so true. “The problem is not the problem. The problem is your attitude about the problem. Do you understand?” Johnny … Continue reading
BESIDE STILL WATERS . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The heatwave continues with temperatures in the 90s and the dew point is tropical. Rather strange for my neck of the woods, but we know this too shall pass. We only … Continue reading
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