Tag Archives: Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher

TIME MARCHES ON . . .

SHADOWS OF THE PAST – ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER It was at the height of its opulence, this city from of old,It commanded respect and attention, its streets were paved with gold,It shone like the brilliant … Continue reading

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A NAME DECLARED BY GOD

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You came to a world filled with darkness and sin, You loved us devoutly without and within, Your love conquered all through a child meek and small, Sweet Jesus, Your Son came and died … Continue reading

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MY SHEPHERD IS MY KING . . .

This beautiful relief carving was installed in January, 2003 at Bay Pines Lutheran School, in Bay Pines, Florida.  A friend recently sent photos of it so I’m sharing it with a poem I wrote to go along with it. Paul … Continue reading

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GOD CAME DOWN TO EARTH

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© He was just a little baby, but like no other one,He fussed and cried like babies do, but this was God’s own Son,People came from miles around unto this unknown place,Unlike all other kingly homes, … Continue reading

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BY MY SIDE

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Through troubled waters, you are there, You watch my every move, You know my thoughts, you hear my prayer, my way you will improve. The storms of life will come and … Continue reading

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WHAT IS YOUR PURPOSE?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The old flour mill stands as a fortress, beside the rambling Rum River, An icon, once thriving, once useful – a place where industry grew a small town into a big city, … Continue reading

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GNARLY

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© Trapped beneath the rugged surface of gnarly bark and battered limbs, Roots reaching out to grab a drink for a thirsty trunk, Hidden within the depth, Faces sullied by nature, yet … Continue reading

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GOD IS NOT DEAD

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER ‘One nation under God,” is what our founders said, But something happened on the way. They now say God is dead. I know our God lives on. He stands at heaven’s gate. … Continue reading

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RIPPLES . . .

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 single craft glides silently through, … Continue reading

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MY LOVE & ME

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Thia piece of art was done more than five years ago. It was a joint effort, started by me and finished by my talented husband. Together we can accomplish great things. Two … Continue reading

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A FIELD OF TOASTED MARSHMALLOWS

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A misty, early morning, among the bales of hay, New life appears and spreads its wings to welcome in each day, The atmosphere with crystal glow is dusting every bale, With … Continue reading

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ARE YOU READY FOR YOUR CLOSEUP?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Are you ready to reveal yourself to God? Do you know what that means? Have you given thought to the future, beyond death? Where do you think you will spend eternity? Does … Continue reading

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YELLOWSTONE MEMORIES

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER THE ROAD TO HELL When you’ve hit the bottom of that dark and lonely road, When your mind is troubled and you’re ready to explode, When the days seem endless and the … Continue reading

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GOD KNOWS WHEN . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Our days are numbered in God’s eternal calendar. We don’t know how long, where or when, but we will all die. There is no question about it.  We have no control over … Continue reading

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TURMOIL OR PEACE?

ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© When fears and worries are so real,We sometimes wonder why we feel,The pangs of deep depression. The weight’s extreme – we lose all hope,Our hearts grow sad – for strength … Continue reading

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FIRST & LAST LOVE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© My husband, Paul, studied Northwest Coast Indian Art when he was at the Chicago Institute of Art many years ago. Much of this style has carried into his paintings and sculptures over the … Continue reading

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SON DAY

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Buttery, soft petals explode across the western plain, Flowing gently downward or rising up again, A plethora of seeds it holds, for waiting birds to eat, They soon will fill the ground once more, when … Continue reading

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SATURDAY SERENITY

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Chaos, turbulence, indecisiveness Stilled with One calming voice. Turning rolling seas into calm glass, Raising life from the frozen ground. One voice calls, and all creation listens. His voice is in the … Continue reading

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FINDING TRUE PEACE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER © When life engulfs you with anger and rage – when you struggle with fear and temptation, Turn to the book of our God’s written page – He will heal you and give you salvation. … Continue reading

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SAVING OUR TEARS

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When we are sad, when hearts are breaking, We need to be wrapped in the protection of God’s holy wings, Each pinion gently lays over us – cuddling and nurturing, The softness and strength are overwhelming, … Continue reading

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