Tag Archives: encouragement
HAPPY CURMUDGEON DAY . . .
Today is Curmudgeon Day. Who knew that we’d come to this. Actually, raising a glass of good cheer for those who have turned into the grumpy Muppets complaining in the balcony, seems common in these times. I don’t get out … Continue reading
HIS WORD IS TRUTH . . .
Those of us who call ourselves writers, cannot compete with the oldest book in time. There is nothing like it. It’s the inspired Word of the One who created time and eternity. It’s His Spirit being penned by human hands. … 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
JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS . . .
“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive … 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
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
WALKING INTO A NEW YEAR . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My great grandson has been walking for a while now. He’s getting better at it every day. At first, he had to be watched and somewhat sheltered so he wouldn’t hurt himself, … Continue reading
CARETAKERS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When we think about caretakers our minds might shift to those who take care of the land – those who provide food for our tables – those who take us from place … Continue reading
GOD’S AMAZING PAINTBRUSH . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This past week, God has been painting the sky to reflect the beautiful color on the ground. In Minnesota, we’ve been blessed to see the Northern Lights – gorgeous sunsets – amazing … Continue reading
NOVEMBER MEMORIES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER November brings memories of father and son getting ready for the big deer hunt in Wisconsin. Son was only three years old when dad took him on his first excursion in the … Continue reading
TURNING THE PAGE, AGAIN . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The black walnut tree outside my window is nearly completely barren of foliage. She is usually the first to bloom in the spring. I wonder how long she has stood, so … Continue reading
A WALK THROUGH THE BADLANDS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This colored pencil sketch would’ve been done in the Badlands of South Dakota. I imagine Paul was hiking through the area, took a break, pulled out his sketchbook and began to draw. He … Continue reading
BARRICADES . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A mighty wall stands tall against a sky of azure blue. Protecting everything in sight from harm and danger too, A wall can hold back enemies and keep its people safe, … Continue reading
LET THE MOUNTAINS CRY OUT . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Another pencil sketch drawn by Paul is filled with the majesty of the mountains and the glorious creation that God has given to us to inhabit. I’m late in posting today because … Continue reading
SWAN SONG . . .
(LEFT TO RIGHT – Me, Kathy Boecher as Pearl, behind me Crystal, next to me Christine, next to the clock our director, Viva, Sue, Elizabeth and Doreen. Missing, is Barb, who is enjoying the sun in Portugal.) This group of … Continue reading
HE’S WATCHING YOU . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor has so much detail, down to the bridges, the pathways, the faraway structures and those nearby. Brilliant colors also appear and blend to create a stunning rendering of a … Continue reading
A FOGGY MORNING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© My posts are shorter this week because I have the pleasure of being with my great grandson while his mom serves an internship with developmentally challenged children. She is also working part … 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
WHAT SHALL I DO TODAY?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Do you ever wake up and wonder if today would be a repeat of yesterday and the day before? Kind of like Bill Murray in “Groundhog Day.” Our lives become so routine … 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
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