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MISSING YOU . . .
It has been 147 days since you left this earth and awoke in paradise. I miss you so much. I found this photo from one of our road trips. It’s an empty bench in a park near the Coon Rapids … Continue reading
Posted in aging, grief, life after death
Tagged AGING, encouragement, FAITH, grief, Hope, Inspiration, life & death, Love, memories, wisdom
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LIFE GOES ON UNTIL WE DIE . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It’s obvious in this painting that the mountain lion is in search of his lunch. The chase is on. We, like the creatures of this earth, will eventually face death. It’s … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, life after death, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, death, Eternal Life, Fear, forgiveness, Heaven, wisdom
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A DAY IN PARADISE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The image above was the backdrop for a musical play about Esther from the Bible, called, “Such a Time as This.” I know it looks like another beautiful painting of Paul’s and … Continue reading
THE MANY FACES OF ME . . .
Today is throwback Thursday, so I thought I’d throw a few pictures of Moi, to show you what a ham I am. Obviously, I’m not afraid to get up in front of an audience. That is as long as I’m … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Jesus, redemption
Tagged encouragement, FAITH, fears, Heaven, Inspiration, Jesus, masks, resurrection, self-image, Sin, wisdom
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ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD . . .
This painting almost reveals a lone pheasant hiding in the tall grass. The typical farmstead displays a staunch old barn, with chicken coops behind it. Paul often hid little surprises in his artwork. Being an avid outdoorsman, he knew just … Continue reading
WHAT ARE YOU WORTH
When we grow old, some of our self-worth diminishes right along with our ability to get up each day. Somewhere during middle age we become so busy taking care of our family and building a life, we tend to forget … Continue reading
Posted in aging, purpose, SELF ESTEEM, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, bridging the generationgap, God's plan, positive thoughts, purpose, Self confidence, wisdom
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ONE RINGY DINGY DINGY . . .
THE PHONE IN THIS IMAGE IS ON THE WALL IN MY LAUNDRY ROOM. How would you like to carry this thing around in your pocket. You might need a bigger pocket, not to mention you will only be able to … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Family, Internet, technology, Uncategorized
Tagged 21st century, AGING, good and bad, inventions, technology, telephone, temptation, wisdm
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REFRESHING RAIN . . .
At last, we finally received a nice dousing this morning. Just in time too. I just weeded an area around Paul’s sculpture of “Surrender,” and planted a few plants at the base. Clearing out space for a new garden can … Continue reading
RESTORED MAN . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The title of this wood sculpture is “SURRENDER.” Paul carved this with hammer and chisel several years ago for a religious art show in Northeast Minneapolis. From there, it stood in his … Continue reading
DANCE LIKE A CHICKEN DAY . . .
Today is Dance Like a Chicken Day. The chicken dance has been around for 70 years. It was introduced by Swiss accordionist, Werner Thomas. After editing it a few times, it morphed into the melody we know today. The moves … Continue reading
Posted in aging, change, humor
Tagged AGING, dancing, encouragement, Goals, limitations, living, positive thoughts, retirement
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ONE LIFE LEAVES – NEW LIFE BEGINS
God’s plan for the circle of life remains intact. These three photos show how two grieving widows (My sister, Carol and me) embracing a new life of seven months. My first great grandson has warmed and comforted the hearts of … Continue reading
Posted in aging, eternal life, New life
Tagged circle of life, COMFORT, FAMILY, Grace, grief, life & death, Optimism, wisdom
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LORD, YOU ARE MY ROCK . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Psalm 18:2 ESV One year, my husband gave me a … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, God, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, God, Inspiration, Salvation, wisdom
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THE BEAR SHALL GRAZE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “The wolf shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the young goat,and the calf and the lion and the fattened calf together; and a little child shall … Continue reading
THE WAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There are many twists and turns in life. Some reach the epitome of excitement and joy, while others can drag us into a pit of despair. Even in the darkest corners, God … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, Encouragement
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, God, Inspiration, Jesus, wisdom
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EASTER HOPE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER As Easter’s brilliance begins to wear off, we’re left with an afterglow. The promise that our lives don’t end with our last breath. This is the confidence I have for myself, for … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, eternity, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, encouragement, FAITH, God, Heaven, Inspiration, Jesus, wisdom
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MY FIRST EASTER WITHOUT YOU . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER To realize that I am now a widow, is a hard pill to swallow. I was a wife for 60 + years. Now I am entering another phase of my journey on … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, grief, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, encouragement, FAITH, grief, Love, wisdom
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TURNING OLD INTO NEW . . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Some of the smaller river towns in Wisconsin and Minnesota were thriving communities at their start. Much of the lumber industry relied on these rivers to transport their products from the north … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, death, Uncategorized
Tagged AGING, COMFORT, death, Eternal Life, Fear, grief, Heaven, sinless
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I FELL ASLEEP COUNTING MY BLESSINGS . . .
I’m posting one more today, because yesterday was one of those days I simply have to share. My journey over the past few years has been one of many tests, many joys, a huge amount of memories and the loss … Continue reading
PUTTING THINGS INTO PERSPECTIVE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER I’ve often said that aging is not for the faint of heart. Getting up in the morning is the first challenge. Making a mad dash to the bathroom is second on the … Continue reading
Posted in aging, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, Uncategorized, wisdom
Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, Religion, wisdom
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