Tag Archives: AGING
HAPPY CURMUDGEON DAY . . .
Today is Curmudgeon Day. Who knew that we’d come to this. Actually, raising a glass of good cheer for those who have turned into the grumpy Muppets complaining in the balcony, seems common in these times. I don’t get out … Continue reading
SKIPPING STONES . . .
As I sit here by my side window, looking at an expanse of dirty snow and a cloudy sky, I can’t help but think about warmer days, enjoying a swim at the lake and skipping stones as a child. I … Continue reading
AGING IS NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART . . .
The secret to a long life is growing old. Most of us cringe at that option, but for those who have made it through the process, I say “Congratulations. Now what?” By the time we reach our 80s, our bodies … Continue reading
A NEW DAY, A NEW WEEK, A NEW YOU . . .
The afterglow of the holiday season might have let you a little down in the dumps. January starts out with the bang of fireworks, resolutions to do better and then what? The month lacks celebrations, mostly because it’s too cold … Continue reading
MID-WEEK CRISIS (AKA) HUMP DAY . . .
For me, getting through the battle scars of living, seems to be pretty uneventful. I get out of bed about the same time each morning. I go through the motions of preparing for the day. I might eat breakfast. I’ll … Continue reading
OBSERVATIONS . . .
We start a new year with thoughts of looking forward, by setting goals for new adventures with the hope that we’ll be able to reach them. Within a few hours all of that can change. Our positive outlook for the … Continue reading
THROUGH THE DARKNESS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Snow has become the norm in our area. Now we’re experiencing below zero temperatures. This part of winter is one that I don’t really prefer but living in the Midwest all my … Continue reading
OH, CHRISTMAS TREE . . .
The Christmas tree has taken on many different forms over the years. When I was a child, dad would wait until the day before Christmas to buy the last one on the lot to save a few bucks. As he … Continue reading
EMPTY BRANCHES . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Seems like we can’t escape winter so far this year. Our neighborhood has been a winter wonderland for the last couple weeks. Each day begins with a light dusting upon cars … Continue reading
THANKFUL FOR TREES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today, I am thankful for trees – glorious plants that give us shade in the summer, cause us to sneeze occasionally, reach their beautiful limbs as if calling out to God, fill … Continue reading
THE GIFT OF SURRENDER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My favorite blooms of summer are the magnificent hydrangeas. While they continuously bloom for most of the summer and into fall, they hang on to their beauty even after all the others … Continue reading
TIME PASSING . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER TODAY IS THE 8TH OF NOVEMBER – ONE WEEK OF THE MONTH ALREADY PASSED – TIME STOPS FOR NO ONE – A BLESSING, YES FOR THOSE OF US WHO STILL LIVE TO SEE ANOTHER DAY. FOR … Continue reading
NOVEMBER MEMORIES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER November brings memories of father and son getting ready for the big deer hunt in Wisconsin. Son was only three years old when dad took him on his first excursion in the … Continue reading
THROW BACK THURSDAY – NOVEMBER
We’ve been blessed with some lovely weather so far in November. Today is one of those gray days that can easily turn a smile into a frown and steal our joy. Since it’s also throw back Thursday, I thought I’d … Continue reading
APPLE PIES & APPLESAUCE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The smells of summer still hang in the air. The potent fragrance of fertile soil. The aroma of a bonfire after dark to whisk away the mosquitoes. The blooming roses cast their … Continue reading
TURNING THE PAGE, AGAIN . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The black walnut tree outside my window is nearly completely barren of foliage. She is usually the first to bloom in the spring. I wonder how long she has stood, so … Continue reading
A REFORMATION LOVE STORY . . .
When we think about the Reformation of 1517 our thoughts turn to one of the most outspoken defenders of the Word of God – Martin Luther. The woman he would eventually marry had grown up in a convent from the … Continue reading
SLEEPLESS IN ANOKA . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Had my post hospital stay appointment yesterday. Another round of antibiotics and prednisone were prescribed, but things were looking good. Picked up the new prescriptions and started the antibiotic immediately. As I … Continue reading
FADING FAST . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting has nothing to do with sailing, but I thought it might bring some sunshine on this rainy day. Summer has turned quickly into autumn and there may still be a few … Continue reading
A WALK THROUGH THE BADLANDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This colored pencil sketch would’ve been done in the Badlands of South Dakota. I imagine Paul was hiking through the area, took a break, pulled out his sketchbook and began to draw. He … Continue reading
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