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MAKE SOME NOISE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Lift up your eyes to heavens skies and flap your lovely wings, Sing praises to the God most high and let your voices sing, For God has given us a voice to … Continue reading

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A SENSE OF PLACE

This week has been a busy one for my husband, Paul, as he prepares to launch a one man show of his art on Saturday, January 12, 2019.  For those of us in our seventies, any kind of exertion can … Continue reading

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VIEW FROM ABOVE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© As this mighty bird surveys the world from far  above, He wonders how it all became filled with hate not love, So much confusion down below, folks unsure of where they should go, Played out each … Continue reading

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STRANGE BEDFELLOWS

In Shakespeare’s play, “The Tempest,” the term “Strange bedfellows,” was coined in reference to a drunken jester, named Trinculo.  He was been shipwrecked on Prospero’s magic island.  He seeks shelter from the storm and comes upon the petrified body of Caliban.  … Continue reading

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STIRRING THINGS UP

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER   The rain ceases as quickly as it started, Light glistens on the still water like precious gems, Shadows from the tree lined shoreline dot the peaceful river, A lone craft glides silently … Continue reading

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TECHNOLOGICALLY CHALLENGED

Yesterday, as we prepared for Paul’s upcoming one man art show, I felt quite organized.  Together we categorized the large body of work he will exhibit – listing each painting by name, year painted and medium used.   I wrote them … Continue reading

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LOVE BIRDS

  ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The sun is setting slowly in the west, as these two try to do their very best, To find a quiet place to share alone, to treasure more than any pure gemstone, … Continue reading

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HEART REPLACEMENT

“I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. ‘Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will … Continue reading

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WINTER WHITE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The air hovers above snow laden roof tops. Smoke rises from chimneys, Twirling, Swirling, Forming clouds in a clear, crystal, blue sky. Even the sun is haloed by glistening white diamond-like droplets. A bleak … Continue reading

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EMPTY SEATS – FULL HEARTS

Two years ago we moved to a new location and decided upon attending a new church as well.  We had come from a huge congregation, with a Christian school and great church attendance.  At first we thought we might commute … Continue reading

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WALLY’S FRY DADDY, FRIDAY FUNNY!

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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PROVERBIAL THOUGHTS

The sun peeked through the morning mist today.  What started as tints of red and gold, exploded into a kaleidoscope of color.  Soon pinks were blending into mauve and the hazy cloudiness made it look like surreal. We’re experiencing a January … Continue reading

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KEEP YOUR EYES WIDE OPENED

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© He sits there as if he were part of the tree.  His eyes pierce through the darkness as the sun cuts a path through the forest.  Deep, intent eyes, in search of … Continue reading

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HOW ARE THOSE RESOLUTIONS WORKING FOR YOU?

Sad, but true, most of us make resolutions to change our lives in some way or another, only to fall victim to the same bad habits within a day or two.  In some ways, it’s kind of like our relationship … Continue reading

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THE AUTHOR OF OUR DESTINY

A writer knows that every story consists of a beginning, a middle and an end.  There’s conflict throughout as the protagonist tries to overcome the antagonist to reach his goal.  In the midst of the story are various characters, who … Continue reading

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YODA NEW YEAR – SPECIAL EDITION

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TIME FOR A 360 DEGREE TURN AROUND

We stand on the cusp of a new year.  My dad would’ve hit the century mark in 2019, but he went to heaven far too early.  We look back at the things that happened during 2018. We’ll see a lot … Continue reading

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DON’T YOU JUST HATE LISTS?

Soon you and I will change the way we live. We will begin another diet – cut down on using electronic devices – spend more quality time with spouse or children – cut out some addictive behavior – become more … Continue reading

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JULIE’S FRIDAY FUNNY

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