Tag Archives: COMFORT

MOVIE BINGING or FILLING EMPTY HOURS

The light over the kitchen sink, cast an eerie glow. The stillness was almost deafening. She moved with short, thoughtful steps from one room to the other. Were she to fall, would anyone know? Her mind filled with thoughts of … Continue reading

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TEMPORARILY TAKING A BREAK

Sometimes you need a break from all the noise – from the rumble of the city streets to the clutter of daily life. In these times of loud, clamoring insanity, it’s good to retreat to the safety and serenity of … Continue reading

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OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MORNIN’

I’m a sucker for musical theatre. There’s nothing like someone bursting into song and dance for no particular reason. Music can ease some of the pain we face each day – whether it be physical or mental. Old Testament, David, … Continue reading

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HOLES IN THE SKY

POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Angel dust fills the morning sky, starts out as ominous, Clouds go expeditiously by, waking up the consciousness , The sun burns through the murkiness, melting darkness into light, Rays of blue and gold acquiesce, birds … Continue reading

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TGIF

The confusion of what day it happens to be can be a source of wonder for those in quarantIne.  I know it’s Friday, because we have no obligations on Friday.  I know it’s Friday because yesterday was Thursday and tomorrow … Continue reading

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WHERE LIES YOUR COMFORT?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A peaceful mist hangs over the stillness of a chilly mountain lake, Covered as with fairy dust, the beclouded vapor permeates, The cool blue water reflects an autumn morning, Light bounces off … Continue reading

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LOOK UP

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Where can you find some peace of mind, when all around seems lost, In city streets so dimly lit, at an expensive cost, In valleys green where water pours through rivers pure and clean, In shadows … Continue reading

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EGG DROP CHALLENGE

Almost everyone has heard of the “egg drop experiment. This simple test allows the student to construct a container that protects a raw egg from cracking as it’s dropped from a certain height.  What is the actual purpose of this? … Continue reading

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FACE TO FACE

ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When we are sad, when our 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 … Continue reading

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LIFE SPANS

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION BY KATHY BOECHER© The miracle of birth, Pushing its way through to life, For a brief time that life glimmers and shines, But all too soon it is snuffed out, Like a once brilliant bloom, it withers, It … Continue reading

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FEAR NOT!

“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should … Continue reading

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ONE BAD POLITICIAN

When we look at our politicians today, what do we see?  We’re pounded with stories of indiscretion, sexual harassment, corruption, undignified behavior and evil occurring all over the place. We’ve the ‘benefit’ of receiving all this juicy gossip daily – even … Continue reading

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HE LEADETH ME

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Slowly crossing the sands of time –  into a pasture green sublime. I’ll rest my feet and wet my lips, with waters clear and cold that grips. Through danger I will walk … Continue reading

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WHEN DREAMS DELIGHT

“In my dreams and visions, I seemed to see a line, and on the other side of that line were green fields, and lovely flowers, and beautiful white ladies, who stretched out their arms to me over the line, but … Continue reading

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ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER PLACE

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A simple time when days were filled with elementary things, Like gathering wood and breathing air and songs that nature brings, Enjoying all the scenes of life within our earthly pale, And … Continue reading

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HE IS MY GOD

My God has healing in His wings, He covers me with His safety, He can lift me with His might, He comforts me in the softness of His wings, He is my rescue net from the storms of life, Even when the world assails … Continue reading

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SAFELY MOORED

ORIGINAL ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© Times of turmoil and confusion, peace may seem aloof or gone, Yet the Lord of all creation,  stills the waters and the storm, He will calm the rumbling seas, … Continue reading

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HE LEADS ME BESIDE STILL WATERS

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Within the mountain’s early dawn, His majesty is seen, The skies fill up with brilliance, and glorious golden sheen, His breath is seen in morning mist, His voice through eagles’ song, His power … Continue reading

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PLEIN AIR IN HUDSON, WI

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today, Paul is beginning a three day paint out in Hudson, Wisconsin.  A group of talented artists from the area, will be painting a picture a day on site.  Each painting … Continue reading

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GOD’S PROVISION

Last night, fireworks were at their peak, but were nothing compared to the glorious show God provided afterwards.  A beautiful light show filled the sky as refreshing rains fell throughout the evening to cleanse the effects of a dreadfully hot … Continue reading

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