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TEN SECRETS TO A SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGE

I am not a marriage expert, nor could I possibly have all the secrets to a happy marriage, but there is a wonderful book which carries some extremely good advice on how to live together as husband and wife and … Continue reading

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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CHANGE OF SEASONS

It’s September and many schools are now in session. Whether the students will learn via the internet or in school classes, its an exciting time for them. It’s been an extremely long spring break for most, having been in a … Continue reading

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Prayers for Robbie — Captive Dreams Window

Robbie’s been in the hospital. She went in to the emergency room late Tuesday night after not feeling well for several weeks. They were going to do emergency surgery. However, they weren’t able to get it scheduled, so it was … Continue reading

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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THROW BACK THURSDAY

Today is throw back Thursday and this photo popped up in my memories on Facebook. The day was a celebration of my mother’s second marriage. She’s the one with the bouquet in the middle. The others include my two beautiful … Continue reading

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CHANGE

This word, “change.” is being bantered around a lot these days. We hear about climate change, changing our passwords and profile pictures. We’re told to change our bad habits. We must change the way we live to thwart off a … Continue reading

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REBORN

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting was done plein air, at the newly restored Erickson Farm in Isanti, MN.  A perfect place to create art, this house has been reborn to serve as an event center, … Continue reading

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THANK HEAVENS FOR CATS & SQUIRRELS

Summer is winding down and even though this pandemic has chewed me up from time to time, I’m not going to let it spit me out. I’ll take my entertainment where ever I can get it. We have a number … Continue reading

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NEVER GIVE UP

“Whatever course you decide upon, there is always someone to tell you that you are wrong. There are always difficulties arising which tempt you to believe that your critics are right. To map out a course of action and follow … Continue reading

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HE’S TALKING TO US. LISTEN!

It must have been wonderful to communicate directly with God as did men of ancient times.  Though they couldn’t see Him, they were given the benefit of His spoken word.  We still have the ability to communicate with our Heavenly … Continue reading

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PAINTING COMPETITIONS

“Now I see the secret of making the best person, it is to grow in the open air and to eat and sleep with the earth.” – Walt Whitman  “Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air’s salubrity.” – Ralph … Continue reading

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ON THE EASEL AT RASPBERRY ISLAND

The artist follows a journey of his own making, Traveling down a road less wandered, Trying to catch the light, Searching desperately, For the right subject matter, A vagabond living in the moment, On an expedition, An adventure, An unexplored trail, He sets … Continue reading

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SUMMER FIREWORKS

Photo Credit – Aaron Lavinsky, Star Tribune Yesterday the night time skies exploded with the power of God. The end of a hot, humid August day was devoid of a sunset. Instead it was replaced with a slowly darkening sky … Continue reading

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MY HUSBAND, THE PROP

Paul visited the sunflower fields again yesterday to paint outdoors. This place and several more fields around us have become wonderful photo locations for senior pictures, engagement, anniversaries, family pictures and so much more. Photographers come with their clients and … Continue reading

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I WISH I HADEN’T SAID THAT

Words spill out of my mouth thoughtlessly, Unyielding my tongue pushes them into the world. Where did those words come from? My mind does not take the time to realize The way they could be interpreted, The way they could hurt, … Continue reading

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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THE OUTDOOR PAINTER

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© For many years, my husband painted in various plein air competitions in our area.  My itinerate outdoorsman thrived on this type of painting and still does, however the competitive part of it has waned … Continue reading

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