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THE WONDROUS PELICAN . . .

WATERCOLOR ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER This lovely watercolor shows the great beak of a wondrous bird, the pelican. Today I’m foregoing my own poetry for that of a man named Dixon Lanier Merritt. It is often credited to Ogden … Continue reading

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DON’T HOLD BACK . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© If you’ve ever taken a family vacation to the western states, the above painting is a familiar sight. Yellowstone Falls is a mainstay of photographers, sight seers, campers and artists. It’s one … Continue reading

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THE FORGIVENESS TREE . . .

WATERCOLOR ART BY PAUL BOECHER & SHORT STORY BY KATHY BOECHER There are days when forgiveness seems impossible. Someone has wronged you and made you feel insignificant or useless. Their words and actions have left you empty. Forgiving a person … Continue reading

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MORNING VISITOR . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This morning view of a peaceful forest, with a mighty white-tailed buck is fodder for another painting. The sketch is a mixture of colored pencils and watercolor. Paul’s happiest place was in … Continue reading

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ANOTHER LURE

Art & Inspiration from the Boechers One remaining lure I just found as I am sifting through the many pieces of art work from Paul Boecher.

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GIVE A MAN A FISH . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul was well acquainted with fishing. His family owned a summer home on a Wisconsin lake and fishing was a requirement. When I think of fishing, my thoughts turn to baiting a … Continue reading

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WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR?

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This watercolor painting was done on site. Looking at this landscape shows the determination of American farmers as we see the deep ruts, indicating where seeds have been laid. The little house … Continue reading

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IN THE WILDERNESS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This set of watercolors was inspiration for gifts for each of our grandchildren when they were younger. The water buffalo was painted for our oldest grandson, the giraffe led to a painting … Continue reading

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BROKEN DOWN . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© With each birthday comes the realization that I am no longer a spring chicken. I have been able to get around pretty well, except for knees that have bent beyond … Continue reading

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BIRD ON A STUMP . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER 181 days have passed since Paul entered heaven. During these past days I’ve been sorting through his many pieces of art. Paul loved nature. In fact, I learned how to determine a … Continue reading

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COOL, CLEAR WATER . . .

ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Whenever I see a water fall, I think of living water. It’s water that begins as a little trickle, bubbling over a rocky crevasse and down into a serene pool of everlasting … Continue reading

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DON’T SWEAT THE BIG STUFF . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Have you ever felt like a frog sitting in a hot frying pan? The heat is rising and you’re slowly succumbing to the effects. You’ve tried to get out, but you’re stuck. … Continue reading

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SUMMERTIME ON THE FARM. . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER With summer at its height comes all sorts of activities for families to attend. You don’t have to make an out-of-town trip to see some kind of historical gathering of reenactors. Paul … Continue reading

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KEEP YOUR EYES UP

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Never underestimate your physical strength, nor forget the inner power that God has implanted in your soul. Looking back at our past sins is fruitless. It only leads to depression and hopelessness. … Continue reading

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PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The long weekend is giving us an extra day to have fun. We may have waited all week for this day to play golf or stretch out in a hammock for an … Continue reading

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I STILL LOVE MY COUNTRY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “When government falls out of favor with those it governs it’s either time to re-elect new officials or get out of the country.” Mark Twain What exactly is patriotism?  I think it’s a natural feeling … Continue reading

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OOOPS

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LETTING GO . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Yesterday was spent going through more art. I truly was amazed at the countless paintings still uncovered. As my grandchildren are curating the art, they have gone through boxes, files, closets, shelves … Continue reading

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LET THE FIREWORKS BEGIN . . .

Today is July 1st. The real beginning of summer. The fireworks began a little early in my neighborhood with a little test run for the 4th of July. I’m certain it will continue through the weekend. Most family vacations occur … Continue reading

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HE IS MY EVERYTHING . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© God is my everything. When I wake each morning, I thank Him for another day. He takes my hand and leads me through all the perils of life. He gives me … Continue reading

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