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CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY . . .
Being a Christian comes with responsibility. It doesn’t mean our lives won’t be without detours or bumps in the road. We’re told that we’ll have crosses to carry. We’re not guaranteed a life free from anxious moments, fear or even death. One … Continue reading
MUSIC TO MY EARS . . .
As a child, my instrument of choice was the piano. There happened to be one left in our apartment when we moved in. I was probably no more than six, but the idea of playing the piano occupied my dreams … Continue reading
ENQUIRING OR JUST NOSEY . . .
Anything that isn’t true is fake news, right? Some might refer to it as stretching the truth with innuendo or rhetoric. Some may perceive it as all out lies and deception. With the introduction of the Internet, most people have … Continue reading
CREATION . . . GOD’S MASTERPIECE . . .
This gallery of art by Paul Boecher shows an assortment of elements of nature – trees, water, air, change, seasons, beauty and God’s presence. As we begin the next season, we see all those things surrounding us. Beautiful colors invade … Continue reading
THE ROAD HOME . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This little house in the woods isn’t much, but to those who dwell within it, it means safety, happiness, trials, love and family. All the obstacles put in our way during this … Continue reading
TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY . . .,
Shiver me timbers and blow the man down. It’s “Talk Like a Pirate Day.” I happen to love this particular day of the year. I’ve played the part of a lady pirate many a time, while the winds be tossing … Continue reading
HOPE ON A HILL . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Sumptuous views from an old stone bridge, meeting the dawn of day, Crossing the waters on the river’s edge, wishing that you could stay, A quiet town from days gone by is kissed by … Continue reading
THE PERFECT ROLE MODEL . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today, I’ve decided to post one of Paul’s wood sculptures. It’s roughly hewn with chisels, cutting through what once was a tree – now restored into a thing of beauty. Even the cracks … Continue reading
I’M BORED . . .
“We must learn to reawaken and keep ourselves awake, not by mechanical aid, but by an infinite expectation of the dawn.” Henry David Thoreau In a world with so many options available to entertain us, it seems almost impossible that … Continue reading
WHEN IS TOO MUCH – TOO MUCH . . .
When we lived in the heart of Minneapolis, I had a membership at Costco. I’d drive a long way, spent more than I should’ve on things I normally wouldn’t buy. I had my prescriptions filled, had photos developed, got ink … Continue reading
TO BLOG OR NOT TO BLOG . . .
Those of us who strive to put out a daily blog may find it difficult to create something new and exciting. We search the internet for trending news, popular topics, current events and many of us go to the manual … Continue reading
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART& INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul always had a sketchbook handy, especially when he was on a walk in the woods or driving through a wildlife refuge. His love of God’s creation spoke loudly through his art. To … Continue reading
HOLD ME CLOSE, LORD . . .
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should … Continue reading
UP FROM THE ASHES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The sky looks like it’s on fire. Imagine what it looked like on 9/11/2001. This painting by Paul exhibits the terror of that day. Out of the ashes, new life sprang. Like … Continue reading
ON 09/10/2001 – WHO KNEW . . .
For Throwback Thursday, I am reposting this piece, written three years ago. 25 years have passed since the terrorist attack of 09/11/2001. We must never forget what happened within the skies, in the streets, in the buildings and the hearts … Continue reading
SIT WITH ME A WHILE, LORD . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER My daughter, Amy, is still in the hospital. She is getting better but will have an additional procedure today to stabilize her. Prayers are appreciated for her complete recovery. Days of longest waiting make me yearn … Continue reading
PICKING UP THE PIECES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is filled with so much activity and chaos. Our lives are often that way. Out of control and full of clutter. Paul often told a story with his paintings. In … Continue reading
PASSIVE COUCH POTATO . .
Passivity is a term best described as being a couch potato. Lately I’ve found myself going to the couch more often than I’ve ever done. Binging has almost become a way of life. It’s really frustrating when your life has … Continue reading
THE FRUITS OF OUR LABOR . . .
When we think of Labor Day, we tend to look at it as an American holiday. Actually, it was first instituted by Canada after many labor disputes over 12-hour workdays. Like our neighbors to the north, the U.S. quickly followed … Continue reading
ROCK SOLID . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I often wonder how all the cries of God’s people can be deciphered and put into action. So many prayers go out to God each day. So many concerns, hopes, dreams, anxious … Continue reading
