Tag Archives: FAITH
SOUNDS OF THE CITY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The sounds of the city are many. Most of them created by means of transportation. Trains, carrying passengers or large box cars filled with goods going to market. The commuter trains that … Continue reading
THE FATHER OF MY CHILDREN
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This has been a year of firsts for me and our family. The first missed birthday without him – Valentines Day – the coming of spring – Mother’s Day and so on. … Continue reading
TESTING MY FAITH
ART AND POETRY BY PAUL AND KATHY BOECHER Our world is full of tragic news and heartfelt disconnection. We struggle to find good in all the strife and insurrection. The devil uses all these things to tug within our reasoning. … Continue reading
GARAGE SALE OBSERVATIONS, FRIDAY THE 13TH & SINGING IN THE RAIN . . .
The title for my post actually sums up what’s been going on this past week along with months of planning and digging and pricing things that to us were treasures. To most it might just be a reminder to clean … Continue reading
SEEING HIM FACE TO FACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER These two paintings were part of a collection of animal paintings Paul did for his grandchildren. The thing I like most about them is the eyes. They seem to be staring right … Continue reading
IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS . . .
The photo I’m using today was taken about a year ago. Paul and I knew that time was running out and we would spend this last year doing things together as much as possible. We made a habit of taking … Continue reading
HOW’S YOUR PERSPECTIVE?
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My grandmother had a great way of dealing with frustration. When it became too hard to cope with the memory of losing five children to untimely death; managing a farm; nursing a husband who … Continue reading
WHAT IS THE SECRET TO SUCCESS?
With all the graduations taking place right now, there will be an equal amount of motivational speakers giving out advice on the secret to success. The above quote by Colin Powell, states that there is no secret at all. It’s … Continue reading
WHAT DO YOU MEAN HINDSIGHT IS 20/20
Mondays are always good do-over days. It’s a great day to start a diet, to set goals, to fix what you messed up last week. You get the idea. The beginning of a new week seems the logical point to … Continue reading
PHOENIX RISING . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This painting is one that doesn’t really scream PAUL T. BOECHER. Paul’s mind often went outside the box with his art. This unique style probably came from his years of being in … Continue reading
MISSING YOU . . .
It has been 147 days since you left this earth and awoke in paradise. I miss you so much. I found this photo from one of our road trips. It’s an empty bench in a park near the Coon Rapids … Continue reading
THE SOURCE OF ALL LIGHT . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The days are getting longer in case you haven’t noticed. The light reaches the end of the day at almost 9 PM in my part of the world. That gives us so … Continue reading
A DAY IN PARADISE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The image above was the backdrop for a musical play about Esther from the Bible, called, “Such a Time as This.” I know it looks like another beautiful painting of Paul’s and … Continue reading
THE MANY FACES OF ME . . .
Today is throwback Thursday, so I thought I’d throw a few pictures of Moi, to show you what a ham I am. Obviously, I’m not afraid to get up in front of an audience. That is as long as I’m … Continue reading
ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD . . .
This painting almost reveals a lone pheasant hiding in the tall grass. The typical farmstead displays a staunch old barn, with chicken coops behind it. Paul often hid little surprises in his artwork. Being an avid outdoorsman, he knew just … Continue reading
ALL ALONE . . .
Nestled in the protection of her surroundings, this lonely egret stands – by herself wondering. She may have lost track of her mate. Perhaps she needs time to herself. Maybe she is seeking direction from her Creator. As I think … Continue reading
REFRESHING RAIN . . .
At last, we finally received a nice dousing this morning. Just in time too. I just weeded an area around Paul’s sculpture of “Surrender,” and planted a few plants at the base. Clearing out space for a new garden can … Continue reading
RESTORED MAN . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The title of this wood sculpture is “SURRENDER.” Paul carved this with hammer and chisel several years ago for a religious art show in Northeast Minneapolis. From there, it stood in his … Continue reading
SPRING CLEANUP . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Garage Sale signs are popping up all over the place. Some folks use this time of year to declutter and get rid of things so they can go to some of those … Continue reading
TURNING BAD INTO GOOD . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER It was a few years ago. I’d had a bad day. So bad, that my husband suggested a long drive so I could clear my head and turn the bad into good. … Continue reading
