Tag Archives: Hope

SEPTEMBER THOUGHTS . . .

Posted on September 1, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor tells the story about the winding down of summer. The canoe presses on as bright colors begin to replace the many shades of green. A person guiding the boat is … Continue reading →

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FIELDS OF WAVING GRAIN . . .

Posted on August 30, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Another summer is coming to a close. That means the end of vacation time for many. It also indicates the beginning of the school year. Not only that but it’s a time … Continue reading →

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GLORIOUS MORNING . . .

Posted on August 28, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This has been a week of glorious summer days. The humidity and dew points are perfect, Clouds are sparse and there’s plenty of sunshine. God blesses each day no matter what … Continue reading →

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FOLLOW WHERE HE LEADS . . .

Posted on August 11, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There are so many roads to follow. We’re often beckoned by the sights ahead. Those paths may lead to something even more beautiful than we imagined or to a dark place … Continue reading →

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GRAY SKIES ARE GONNA CLEAR UP . . .

Posted on August 10, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Just before the sun rises, there’s an eerie cloud of gloom that lingers. Shapes and patterns begin to come into formation. Just prior to that, we might feel that the murkiness enveloping … Continue reading →

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STAGES OF GRIEF – ACCEPTANCE . . .

Posted on August 1, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This piece of pastel art expresses the light at the end of our suffering. For those who are going through the grieving process, it doesn’t seem you’ll ever get better. Your memories … Continue reading →

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STAGES OF GRIEF – DEPRESSION

Posted on July 31, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART  & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When fears and worries are so real,We sometimes wonder why we feel,The pangs of deep depression. The weight’s extreme – we lose all hope,Our hearts grow sad – for strength we grope,To … Continue reading →

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MORNING MIST . . .

Posted on July 17, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Paul had always been an early riser. He especially liked to paint at the dawn of a new day. The painting for today is shown in the process of being created and … Continue reading →

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LETTING GO . . .

Posted on July 2, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Yesterday was spent going through more art. I truly was amazed at the countless paintings still uncovered. As my grandchildren are curating the art, they have gone through boxes, files, closets, shelves … Continue reading →

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LET THE FIREWORKS BEGIN . . .

Posted on July 1, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

Today is July 1st. The real beginning of summer. The fireworks began a little early in my neighborhood with a little test run for the 4th of July. I’m certain it will continue through the weekend. Most family vacations occur … Continue reading →

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TEN YEARS AGO . . .

Posted on June 26, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER When we awoke on this past Sunday morning, there came the shocking news of the bombing of Iran’s nuclear sites. More and more division has arisen within our own beautiful USA. After … Continue reading →

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SOUNDS OF THE CITY . . .

Posted on June 16, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS . . .

Posted on June 9, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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MISSING YOU . . .

Posted on May 28, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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ALONG A COUNTRY ROAD . . .

Posted on May 21, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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SPRING CLEANUP . . .

Posted on May 13, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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TURNING BAD INTO GOOD . . .

Posted on May 12, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

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 →

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HE HAS RISEN INDEED

Posted on April 20, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER He died that I could live. He suffered pain and loss. He gave all He could give, upon that rugged cross. But on that awesome day, so many years ago, He for … Continue reading →

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MISSION ACCOMPLISHED . . .

Posted on April 18, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The cross in the photo was done several years ago as a prototype for a much larger one that would appear at the front of a church. It is a simple cross … Continue reading →

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TURNING THE TABLES . . .

Posted on April 14, 2025 by atimetoshare.me

The day before had been a day of excitement and glory for Jesus. He was hailed, the King of the Jews. Though honored as a king, Jesus entered the city in humility on the back of a donkey. One day, … Continue reading →

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