Tag Archives: God

MAY 15 – NATIONAL FAMILY DAY

“In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future.”— Alex Haley Today has been designated as National Family Day. The picture above is my wonderful family. We are an amazing tribe. The originals are … Continue reading

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PASSING DOWN MOTHERHOOD

I come from a long line of dedicated mothers. Those ancestors have passed their devotion to the craft on to their daughters and so on and so on. Being a mom is probably the most wonderful experience a woman can … Continue reading

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DAY TWO OF MAY . . .

“TAKE ME AWAY” – Art & Poetry by KATHY BOECHER© The world is not the place for me. I long to be in heaven. When thoughts like that invade my mind, I need to be forgiven. God didn’t make me … Continue reading

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JOYFUL, PATIENT & FAITHFUL

“All good things arrive unto them that wait–and don’t die in the meantime.”  Mark Twain “God writes a lot of comedy … the trouble is, he’s stuck with so many bad actors who don’t know how to play funny.” Garrison … Continue reading

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A WEEK WITHOUT BAGGAGE

Mondays are good days to start over – to leave the baggage of last week and the weeks before behind and push ahead. The word, “motivation,” literally means to move forward. Sometimes it’s not easy to do so. We’re stuck … Continue reading

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FILL ‘ER UP . . .

In the old days (how I hate that expression) filling up your car’s gas tank was so different. First, you’d pull into a “service” station and a young lad would come out dressed in a white uniform and hat. His … Continue reading

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TIME PASSES

ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Time rushes as torrents of rapid fire. Pushing seconds out of the way, To comfort and relieve my heart’s desire to listen to the prayers I often pray. Then from God’s own mouth He … Continue reading

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CLOUDS

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Like a giant vacuum, sucking vapor from the earth, Descending down from heaven, like angels in their mirth, Billowing up so very high, the sky can barely hold them, Sprays of multi-colors rise, kisses and … Continue reading

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FRAZZLED FRIDAY

We’ve come to the end of another work week. It’s Friday, and many of you are thanking God for that fact. I’m thanking Him for getting me through another week. When you’re in the “golden years,” it supposed to be … Continue reading

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THE FARM . . .

As I sit in my own “farm” house in the city of Anoka, I can’t help but recall days spent at my grandparents’ home in Wisconsin so many years ago. There’s something about a farm that reeks of clean living, … Continue reading

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WANDERING

WATERCOLOR PAINTING BY PAUL T. BOECHER – POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER My steps have slowed, my pace has too, a desert waits, I know it’s true, I cautiously approach its ebb, I put away all fear and dread, I trust … Continue reading

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WADING THROUGH THE MEMORIES

JUST A SMALL SAMPLING OF ART BY PAUL T. BOECHER Diving into the waters of downsizing is something we did almost eight years ago. Once more we’re faced with wading through years of accumulating, creating, saving, hoarding, whatever you want … Continue reading

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MELT DOWN . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Rushing water, Surging as it crashes, Over broken rock, And fallen trees, Twisting and turning, Undulating like a serpent, Snaking its way through the forest, Life giving water, Flourishing with vitality, Imprisoned … Continue reading

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PAYING IT FORWARD . . .

Every once in a while, something happens to reassure your confidence in the human race. Kindness is one of those things. I didn’t attend church this past Sunday, partly because of my inability to hear everything and partly because emotions … Continue reading

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DAWN OF A NEW DAY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Golden glow arises at dawn, kissing the trees awake, Brilliant tints inhabit the sky, shades for heaven they make, A ripple effect explodes there, shadows and light descend, The chill in the air refreshes, all … Continue reading

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HE IS NOT HERE – HE HAS RISEN

A short time before the women arrived to tend to the burial needs of their slain Messiah, a small earthquake shook the earth. An angel appeared on top of the stone covering the opening to the grave. He was white … Continue reading

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LOVE ONE ANOTHER . . .

The last few days of Holy Week are packed with so much. On Thursday, He washed His disciples’ feet as a servant would. The institution of the Lord’s Supper occurred – a miracle meal that continues today. Jesus prepared His … Continue reading

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WHY DO WE NEED JESUS?

It’s easy to see why we need someone to rescue us from the ugliness which has covered the world.  Identity theft has run amok – human slavery still exists as children are sold into prostitution – morality is at an all-time low – everything except … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 19

AHAVA – THE PROSTITUTE My name is Ahava, which means “love.” The work I do is devoid of love, but it brings in the necessary means to provide for my family. I am a prostitute. I began this journey at … Continue reading

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THE MESSIAH IS HERE – PART 18

HANNAH – WEAVER OF HOMESPUN GARMENTS Psalm 22:18 “they divide my garments among them,    and for my clothing they cast lots.” My family has survived because our men are shepherds and the women spin the wool from the sheep to create … Continue reading

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