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RANDOM THOUGHT -FLOWERS

   Original art collaboration by Paul T. and Kathy Boecher “Hydrangeas” acrylic.©. This painting was created first by me and enhanced by the real artist in the house.  My love of flowers and his creative abilities helped to bring my … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – MERCY

   Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Mercy is a gift of undeserved kindness.  When we become merciful we radiate as a reflection of Christ.

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RANDOM THOUGHT – CONTENTMENT

   Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Contentment can be achieved when we’re alone in the quiet moments of life or we can be the calm in the turmoil of everyday living.  I guess it depends on where your priorities … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT SUMMER

   Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Those long, hot and steamy days of summer, raging with triple digit temps – all the boats moored in the marina, too tired to fill the sails with nonexistent wind.  All the crew … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT HIDING PLACE

   Original pencil drawing by Paul T. Boecher© God created every crevice and crease within the mountains of stone. He brought life forth from the rocky places.  He sustains and nourishes every living thing.  What makes us think we can … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHTS OF SUMMER

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© On these particularly cold, winter mornings of below zero temps and frosted window panes, it’s nice to look back at the beauty of emerald grasses, wildflowers and brilliant blue, clear water.  I am blessed … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHTS – POWER

Main wall mural at King of Grace Lutheran School in  Golden Valley, MN. “I AM”, painted in acrylic by Paul T. Boecher© In Exodus 3:14 we read – “And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT – GLORIOUS

   Original art painted in acrylic on a window shade by Paul T. Boecher© God’s glory manifests itself in the colors He places in the heavens and the earth.  The skies sing praises to His holy name.

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RANDOM THOUGHT – POWER

  Original art by Paul T. Boecher© A water wheel converts the energy of free-flowing or falling water into useful forms of energy.  God’s love pours out on us giving us power beyond imagination.

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© Birds cannot fly unless they open their wings.  How much more are we capable of if we just try?  For the next 365 days we have that many chances to open our wings and fly.

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original art by Paul T. Boecher © Soon this leaf cluttered green turned to the white of winter, bringing the solace of an icy, glimmering peace.  We live life fully in the spring and rage through the heat of summer.  Each season has its … Continue reading

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WINTER

Original Art “SNOW” by Paul T. Boecher© The sun sprinkles a handful of fairy dust upon clinging icicles. Each one hangs on for dear life hoping that tomorrow the thermometer allows them to dwindle a bit, but in reality that … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original Art by Paul T. Boecher, “WINTER”© A fresh coating of snow is a great reminder of how God washes the darkness of sin from our hearts.  His blood makes us whiter than snow.

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original art by Paul T. Boecher© The Tree of Life was God’s gift to Adam and Eve guaranteeing eternal life.  They were told not to eat of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil, but they disobeyed God and … Continue reading

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RANDOM THOUGHT

Original Art by Paul T. Boecher© There was no room for the child to be born in the inn.  Is there room in our hearts for Him today?  Open the door.

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HOW MAJESTIC IS YOUR NAME

   ORIGINAL ART – “MAJESTY” by PAUL T. BOECHER©  Oil on canvas 28″ x 22″ I imagine this is what Moses witnessed as he stood at the foot of Mt. Sinai.  God’s glory inhabited that place especially at that moment … Continue reading

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RIDING THE RAILS

   ART BY PAUL BOECHER© A homeless man sits on the curb tying his shoes. He straps his backpack and bedroll to his shoulders and walks beside the rails that have now become the path to his life. Who would … Continue reading

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THE OLD HOUSEBOAT

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© The old houseboat still maintained a look of elegance even though paint was chipped and faded – the bough battered slightly from constant pushing against shore, She sat quietly moored under the wispy trees which … Continue reading

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GETTING TO KNOW JESUS

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© John 5:1  “I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser.” I want to know you, Lord.  I want to feel your arms around me, comforting, protecting, loving me. I long for your … Continue reading

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SUMMER GLORY

ART WORK BY PAUL BOECHER© The edge of a bluff lined river – a glassy reflection glistens and bounces onto a hill.  The light touches the edges of trees and buildings in the distance, creating patterns dancing from one place to another .  The deep crevices fill … Continue reading

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