Tag Archives: Art & Poetry by Paul & Kathy Boecher
SOOTHING THE SAVAGE BEAST . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The news of this past weekend has everyone on edge. We need something to soothe our souls and give us comfort. Instead of blaming, shaming, getting angrier, losing it, falling apart … Continue reading
MY GOD & KING
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER You are my only King, sweet Jesus, meek and small. You came in deep humility to help me to stand tall. You lift me up, dear, Lord – you lead me … Continue reading
HOMESTEAD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER I’m not sure where this building was located – if it was a home – a business – a landmark, but it is an interesting watercolor with many brilliant hues and very … Continue reading
THE WAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER As we walk through this season of Lent, let’s never lose sight of the great cost it took to purchase our salvation. Jesus took on human form and came to earth to … Continue reading
TOUCHED BY SOFTNESS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The path is sparse and destitute, with danger all around,I know I’m never all alone. Your arm will me surround,The wind declares your glory, the sun will guide my ways,My tongue is … Continue reading
THE SINLESS SON OF GOD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today is the first Sunday of Lent. We’ll hear about the temptation of Christ after He had fasted for 40 days in the desert. The fact that He never succumbed to the lure … Continue reading
WHAT’S NEXT?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I found this watercolor, hidden away in a box. It’s always a surprise to find another one I’ve never seen before. In a way, it’s sad to find these works inside of … Continue reading
TWO SHALL BECOME ONE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The trumpeter swans in the painting are usually seen together in pairs. When one lands on a pond for sustenance and a quick swim, the other is sure to be there in … Continue reading
SWEET MEMORIES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Sweet memories sneak through the creases of my brain, Stored treasures from my youth come forth with such a loud refrain. I sometimes think no mountain is too tall, and then I … Continue reading
THE FINGER OF GOD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER His hand controls the planets, the stars, the moons and sun He made them for the pleasure of each and every one, He separated earth from sky, made lakes and streams and … Continue reading
REDEMPTION . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Through the cobwebs of existence – through the darkness of our strife – Through the dankness of our sinfulness and wickedness of life Through the deepest, darkest pits of hell and the helplessness … Continue reading
CLOTHED IN ICE . . .
“In our world too, a stable had something inside it that was bigger than our whole world.” (spoken by Lucy) C.S. Lewis “The Chronicles of Nania” ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The painting I’ve chosen for today … Continue reading
IN THE DARKNESS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER I came across another box of watercolor paintings recently – surprise, surprise! Paul’s many years of creating art seem to pop up just when I think I’ve seen them all. What a … Continue reading
HE CREATED TEARS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Mountainous clouds entwine in a sky of black,Filling with tears from the Lord of all.He sees and He knows our tribulation.The depth of our sorrow is in His hands.There is nothing we … Continue reading
FROM GOD’S VANTAGE POINT . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the … Continue reading
JESUS, OUR SHEPHERD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There’s still a lot of art to go through before I’ve completed the task. My grandchildren will help me catalogue everything and eventually will inherit much of the work. Paul felt it … Continue reading
REFLECTING ON A LIFE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© One year ago, I was remembering time spent with family and the laughter we shared together. When the clock showed the ending of that day, I had no idea that my life … Continue reading
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE . . .
“Let nothing dim the light that shines from within.” Maya Angelou ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© As 2025 begins to fade into oblivion, it’s time to recharge our batteries and get our light shining once again. Light is … Continue reading
HEALING WINGS . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Many of the paintings I’ve shared with you this past year include scenes of nature and how God provides for all creatures great and small. He has healing in His wings. … Continue reading
SPREAD YOUR WINGS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Paul always had a sketchbook with him in the car so that he could quickly draw an image that attracted his attention. Most sketches remain in that book until they’re ready to … Continue reading
