Tag Archives: God

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY . . .

My mom grew up during the Great Depression. It was a time of much change in the country. Not only was a World War raging across the sea, but women were put to work in factories. Up until then, they … Continue reading

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GIGI’S GREAT ADVENTURE

Today, instead of art and poetry, I’m featuring my first road trip in a long, long time. We started out with hazy skies and a misty rain all the way to Wisconsin to celebrate my brother-in-law’s life – the last … Continue reading

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LORD, YOU ARE MY ROCK . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” Psalm 18:2 ESV One year, my husband gave me a … Continue reading

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THE WAY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There are many twists and turns in life. Some reach the epitome of excitement and joy, while others can drag us into a pit of despair. Even in the darkest corners, God … Continue reading

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ABANDONED . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Paul loved anything having to do with water sports. He also enjoyed painting various crafts he saw along the Mississippi River as he searched for just the perfect setting. If this abandoned … Continue reading

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EASTER HOPE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER As Easter’s brilliance begins to wear off, we’re left with an afterglow. The promise that our lives don’t end with our last breath. This is the confidence I have for myself, for … Continue reading

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CELEBRATING PAUL . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today we celebrate the life of Paul Boecher – Son, Brother, Husband, Father, Grandpa, Great Grandpa – Entrepreneur – Business Man – Idea Man – Problem Solver – Art Teacher – Artist … Continue reading

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OUR ROAD – TOGETHER . . .

“OUR ROAD, TOGETHER,” By Kathy Boecher ART By Paul Boecher© A journey through a lifetime of ups and downs over a period of sixty or more years, doesn’t happen much anymore. Maybe it’s because the easy way out is to … Continue reading

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BEAUTY IN SIMPLICITY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting depicts a simpler lifestyle. There’s something about growing up on a farm that puts a certain balance in life. Competition isn’t an option. Hard work and integrity are. Putting in … Continue reading

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I FELL ASLEEP COUNTING MY BLESSINGS . . .

I’m posting one more today, because yesterday was one of those days I simply have to share. My journey over the past few years has been one of many tests, many joys, a huge amount of memories and the loss … Continue reading

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ICONIC SIGNS OF THE CITY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting of the iconic Gold Medal Flour signs, which are visible from the Mississippi River, stand as a beacon of sorts for those nearing the town of Minneapolis.  One of the … Continue reading

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IF TREES COULD TALK . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© Today might be a nice day for a drive or walk through a park. The sun is getting warmer and even a slight breeze would invigorate the soul. It seems we … Continue reading

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PEACE IN THE VALLEY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It seems at times that there is no place to go when life is throwing brick after brick at you. We scurry through this life trying to figure things out – trying to … Continue reading

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GOD’S INTRICATE DESIGN . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER God’s design is so amazing. Just take a moment to feast your eyes on it. The indigenous people of America were very much aware of this. This painting is an example of … Continue reading

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SIGNS OF SPRING . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© A gentle breeze winds its way through a treed canopy,Taking a trip along the water’s edge,Clouds begin to collect in angelic form above the lake,A peaceful setting, filled with people walking … Continue reading

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JESUS MY KING

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Our God is inconceivable in every aspect of life. He is the King of Creation, Lord of Lords, the One and only True God. His love is beyond our human comprehension. He … Continue reading

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CELEBRATING BRUCE . . .

The picture above is of my brother-in-law, Bruce Bloom. On Christmas day of 2024, he went peacefully into his heavenly Father’s home after battling Alzheimer’s disease. This was a man who made great strides in the business world, raised two … Continue reading

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MATED FOR LIFE

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There are many creatures that mate for life. The magnificent trumpeter swans are in that category. Swans often decide on their partner before they’ve completely matured. They spend all their time together. … Continue reading

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THE PEACE OF GOD IS THERE . . .

This lovely little watercolor displays Paul’s ability to capture light with the use of little color. These wonderful sketches are the heart of who Paul was. He loved God with a servant’s heart. He saw beauty in the little things … Continue reading

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SPRING THAW . . .

ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “Though I do not believe that a plant will spring up where no seed has been, I have great faith in a seed… Convince me that you have a seed there, and … Continue reading

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