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ARE YOU HIDING FROM GOD?
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This Paul Boecher watercolor is painted in the style of Van Gogh. The multiple strong brush strokes depict turmoil, confusion, a little chaos and an impressionistic flavor. Much art is a … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, COMFORT, hiding, life & death, Peace, seek & find, wisdom
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WHISPERING WINDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© April is a mix of every kind of weather. It may start out with some snow. It slowly progresses to warmer temperatures, but not without a fight. Rain comes to nourish the … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, God, Inspiration, prayer, redemption, trials, wisdom
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FICKLE OR FAITHFUL FRIDAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Fridays can give us feelings of finality. The work week has finished. It can fill us with freedom to spread our feathers and fly. It can further foster fun and frolicking for … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, Fridays, God, wisdom
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WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE A HERO?
What does it take to be a hero? First you have to be willing to put your own life at risk for the benefit of someone else. That could mean running into a burning building to save someone or steering an … Continue reading
BOTH ENDS OF THE SPECTRUM . . .
For almost six months of the first year of my first great grandson’s life, I was able to care for him while his mom worked to finish her college degree. The time was spent mostly cuddling with a newborn, changing … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, attitude adjestment, circle of life, FAITH, FULFILLMENT, life & death, purpose
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WANDERING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Guess I have aging on my mind today. Here’s a poem from my collection, called “Wandering.” The watercolor painting shows a wilderness of sorts. Even though it’s desolate, it is filled with … Continue reading
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GOOD GRIEF . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This intricate watercolor was painted by Paul shortly after winter left and what remained was the start of new life. As we travel this world there will be ups and downs. Situations … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, encouragement, FAITH, grief, Inspiration, Jesus, life & death, wisdom
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DIVERSION . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is pretty much of a diversion from what you see from Paul’s paintbrush. We’re accustomed to landscapes and beautiful vistas. This one is out of his realm, but don’t we … Continue reading
I MISS HIM SO . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER It’s been almost a year since we celebrated Paul’s life here on earth. It was a day much like today, with the sun shining brightly. The church fellowship hall was filled with … Continue reading
THE EGGS AND I . . .
This year I brought my hand painted Easter eggs to the church breakfast. I believe the price of eggs last year was like $7. a dozen. They would’ve been considered golden eggs. My watercolor paint box was open, so I … Continue reading
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Tagged FAITH, AGING, Jesus, New Life, resurrection, Easter eggs
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GREY SKIES ARE GONNA CLEAR UP . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “Storms of every sort, torrents, earthquakes, cataclysms, ‘convulsions of nature,’ etc., however mysterious and lawless at first sight they may seem, are only harmonious notes in the song of creation, varied expressions … Continue reading
AGING WITH A PLAN – 80 – 90
“While I thought that I was learning how to live, I have been learning how to die.” Leonardo da Vinci Those in this age bracket now represent 4.7 percent of the 65-and-older US population, compared to 2.8 percent in 1980. … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, FAITH, God, Hope, Inspiration, Jesus, wisdom
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HIS HANDS . . .
We’re only a couple weeks away from Easter. The week prior to that amazing day when Christ displayed His risen body was filled with every emotion possible. This season of Lent is preparing us for Holy week. We know Jesus … Continue reading
AGING WITH PLAN – 70-80
The mail we get now has to do with cemetery plots. For us, we opted for cremation, less expensive. We’re also receiving mail pertaining to hearing aids, recreational vehicles and retirement homes. Those of us who still have our memories, … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, change, dignity, eternity, FAITH, God, life & death, wisdom
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AGING WITH A PLAN- 50-60 . . .
“When grace is joined with wrinkles, it is adorable. There is an unspeakable dawn in happy old age.” Victor Hugo The time between 50 and 60 is now considered middle aged. It’s the time you start receiving solicitations from AARP. … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Christian devotions, FAITH, FAMILY, God, life experiences, parenting, plan ahead
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AGING WITH A PLAN . . .
Aging is a process we all go through. It begins on the day we are born. It’s a necessary step for getting from step one to step two. By the time you’ve reached the final step, you might find yourself … Continue reading
BLIZZARD
ART AND POETRY BY PAUL AND KATHY BOECHER© A blast of frigid air returns, the sky explodes with snow, We don our hats and mittens. Our steps are very slow, We barely see, our noses freeze, our cheeks soon turn bright … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher, FAITH, God, Snow, Winter
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FEARFUL OR FEARLESS FRIDAY . . .
The week is coming to an end. For those of you in the working world this is a time of celebration. You look forward to a couple days of rest. Even when we’re retired, we enjoy the weekends. This year … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, anxiety & depression, Bible, FAITH, Fridays, God, inspiration & encouragement, wisdom
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EVEN TO YOUR OLD AGE . . .
Today is Thursday and it’s time for a throwback. I wrote this on this day in 2013. A lot has happened in the last thirteen years. I’ve grown older. I’ve experienced grief, sadness, loss, but also the times were filled … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, anxiety & depression, encouragement & inspiration, FAITH, Hope, promise, wisdom
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IT’S MONDAY – AGAIN . . .
Mondays are kind of like Ground Hog Day reruns. You wake up and it’s the same as it was last week. I guess you could say that for Tuesday, Wednesday and the rest of the days, but Monday is a … Continue reading
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Tagged AGING, employment, encouragement, FAITH, Inspiration, Mondays, new beginning
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