Tag Archives: AGING
PAINTING IN A PUMPKIN PATCH . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This is an unusual autumn for us Minnesotans. We’ve been known to have blizzards in October, which leave us helpless and isolated. We’ve also experienced tornados and thunderstorms. This year we’ve been enjoying … Continue reading
FOREVER FRIENDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When you reach my age, you find yourself more isolated from those around you. You long to talk to and be with old friends. Yesterday, I had the opportunity to spend a … Continue reading
CHASING THE LIGHT . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© An early morning in autumn shows the beginning of change. A reminder that the glorious days of summer are drawing to a close. Still, God provides another taste of glory … Continue reading
THREE TREES . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© The watercolor I’ve chosen for today comes from a sketchbook, but I think it deserves a frame. Seeing these three trees reminds me of the great price Jesus paid so that you and I … Continue reading
UNDER THE SUN
SHORT STORY BY KATHY BOECHER The 1970s were supposed to be a golden era, because of all the changes and developments that occurred during that time. The challenges of that decade were countless. There was the war in Viet Nam, … Continue reading
DAYS TO COME . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s art by Paul is a watercolor pencil drawing. These wild areas were special favorites of the artist. I also have a fondness for this time of year, when things begin to … Continue reading
AGE IS JUST A NUMBER . . .
ART & ENCOURAGEMENT BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “70 is the new 50” was undoubtedly coined by someone in their 70s. Growing old means you are now one of those blue haired church ladies. It means you have achieved a … Continue reading
DEER (DEAR) HUNTING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The whitetail deer in this painting stands unsuspecting of things to come. The mating season will soon begin. You can tell because these magnificent forest dwellers are moving around much more. The … Continue reading
SEPTEMBER STROLL IN THE WOODS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© School buses will roll this morning. Children will be photographed for the first day back to school. Sounds of laughter as old friendships are rekindled. New beginnings occur at this time of … Continue reading
SEPTEMBER THOUGHTS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor tells the story about the winding down of summer. The canoe presses on as bright colors begin to replace the many shades of green. A person guiding the boat is … Continue reading
STROLLING ON A CITY STREET . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Watercolor pencils give a different look to the sketchbook. They are studies for future paintings – the time of day – shadows/light/contrast/ motion/value/environment and much more. The pencil strokes exhibit motion and … Continue reading
CAN’T SEE THE FOREST FOR THE TREES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting gives a sense of beauty yet, what lies behind the trees? So often we can’t see the real majesty of that forest until we get inside and explore. Today, begin by … Continue reading
A SUMMER PLACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor was painted on the spot. Not sure if it’s a river or lake. I love the use of many colors and swift, magical brush strokes. Summer is slowly coming to its … Continue reading
ARE YOU HIDING?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today’s painting was done at the Hudson Plein Air Event at the Seasons Gallery in 2017. This year two of Paul’s paintings are on exhibit until the end of August. This one … Continue reading
THROUGH MY WINDOW . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER One year ago today, I decided to write the following poem because it was Poet’s Day. I’m repeating it today for TBT and adding a watercolor painting of a lovely sunflower that … Continue reading
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ME . . . A SHORT STORY
Picture this – an 83 year old woman bent on getting a long overdue task done – drives to the DMV to have her tabs renewed and the title put into her name. Since she doesn’t have a bill for … Continue reading
I WANT MY MOMMY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today’s watercolor shows the bend of a river as it flows gently through a treed landscape. It gives me a sense of comfort, as all of Paul’s art does. Focusing on the … Continue reading
EYE OF THE BEHOLDER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The art of observation is a talent in itself. I looked at this one and saw a cobblestone walk in a wilderness environment. It set my mind to wondering if someone may … Continue reading
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