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About atimetoshare.me

As I reach the end of my years, I find I have a lot of good information stored up in this old decrepit mind of mine. If I don't write it all down, it may vanish and no one will have the advantage of my thoughts. This is why this blog exists. I love the Lord, Jesus with all my heart and soul. I know I'm undeserving of all He's done for me, but I also know that His love is beyond my comprehension. I've always wanted to write. I never kept diaries, but tucked my thoughts in my head for future reference. I use them now in creating stories, plays, poetry and my blog. I continue to learn every day. I believe the compilation of our time spent with God will have huge affect on the way we live. I know I'm a sinner and I need a Savior. I have One through Jesus, Christ. My book, "Stages - a memoir," is about the seven stages of life from the perspective of a woman. It addresses all the things girls and women go through in life as they travel it with Jesus, and it is available on Amazon.com.

SUMMER DREAMS

I’m not sure where this was painted, but it must’ve been a plein air competition. Paul participated in several of these here and in Wisconsin. The location isn’t nearly as important as the feelings emoted by it. It reminds me … Continue reading

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HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© I imagine that sitting in a tree, waiting for a magnificent white-tailed deer might be exciting for someone who loves to hunt. Time goes by slowly, but the senses are … Continue reading

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FRUITS OF THE HARVEST

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When weather was unsuitable, Paul would paint inside one of his many of his studios, including the Rum River Art Center in Anoka. When we moved into our current house, he discovered … Continue reading

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HE PROVIDES FOR EVERY LIVING THING

Each painting begins with an idea, a vision, observation, a location and inspiration. Paul’s sketch books were filled with quick drawings of things that would almost become finished pieces of art on their own. Like the writer keeps journals for … Continue reading

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HEARTS MELTING . . .

ART & POETRY BT PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The past couple of weeks have been filled with double digit below zero temperatures, However the sun is brighter and stronger this month. Next week we’re promised mid-forties. There are lots of … Continue reading

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1800s KIND OF A GUY . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul often said he was born in the wrong century. He would’ve fit perfectly into the early 1800s. During the time of the Corps of Discovery Expedition, Lewis and Clark were commissioned … Continue reading

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ANOTHER GEM . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER I had to do a little research on this painting. It almost looks like it originates in Italy. Actually, it was painted in Hudson, WI, one of Paul’s favorite places to paint … Continue reading

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GOD KNOWS . . .

The days are growing longer but soon daylight savings time will come and confuse us again. Only God can place the sun in the sky as it circles the earth. When man tries to manage things without God’s precision, there … Continue reading

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A TABLE FOR TWO . . .

It’s the last day of Valentine’s weekend. I’ve chosen this painting and poetry to finish it off. I was one of the fortunate to have married my high school sweetheart and spend 60 years together as husband and wife. God … Continue reading

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MY FOREVER VALENTINE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Yesterday was possibly the first Valentine’s Day that we weren’t together. I found this post from seven years ago which I wrote to my forever Valentine. This special day was one that … Continue reading

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EVERYONE MATTERS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This acrylic painting, done completely with a pallet knife, is one of many favorites because it exhibits movement, contrast, depth and an energy which is often difficult to capture with mere brush … Continue reading

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UNDESERVED LOVE . . .

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UNTIL OUR DYING DAY

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© We sat, just the two of us, looking out upon the still waters, You held my hand in yours with strength and love, Two bodies, yet one, We’ve grown together … Continue reading

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LONGING FOR SUMMER . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Summer seems so far away especially when a blanket of white covers the grass, the trees and the roads. It’s a good time to bring up a summer painting. Memories of a … Continue reading

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WE ARE NEVER ALONE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The path is sparse and destitute, with danger all around, I know I’m never all alone. Your arm will me surround, The wind declares your glory, the sun will guide my ways, … Continue reading

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GOD’S REFLECTED LIGHT . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The glory of God’s majesty spilled into my window this morning, Is it a foreshadowing of good things to come? Alone I sit in its warmth Wrapped in its glistening light, Soaking … Continue reading

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UNDER THE SUN …

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There is nothing new under the sun. Things we do wrong have already been done The sins of today are nothing new. Most men have observed this to be true. All we … Continue reading

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BE STILL & KNOW . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© During these cold and snowy months, the plein air artist retreats to the warm recesses of his indoor studio. For Paul, anywhere he was, became a studio. In these last years, he … Continue reading

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THOSE WHO REMAIN . . .

In 2011, a tornado swept through the north side of Minneapolis, leaving an abundance of destruction to homes in its wake. Other inhabitants which relied on the Mississippi River for their rookery were suddenly left homeless. One remaining survivor was … Continue reading

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THE BIRDS OF THE AIR . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© An artist must experience life in their own way to set the wheels in motion. Paul’s love of nature and the outdoors was born with that truth. He would sit for … Continue reading

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