Tag Archives: Hope
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
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
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
HE HAS RISEN INDEED
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
MISSION ACCOMPLISHED . . .
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
TURNING THE TABLES . . .
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
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
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
BROKEN BUT NOT DEAD YET . . .
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A sputtering, rusted, old, decrepit vehicle sits outside a broken down edifice, Both of them have seen better days, Some days I feel like this, My engine chugs along, performing well for … Continue reading
HOPE ON A HILL . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting was completed in 1989 by Paul Boecher after returning from a hunting trip in Oregon. He was not here when his mother passed, but in what appeared to be a … Continue reading
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
A FIRM FOUNDATION . . .
Paul was always fascinated by different types of architecture – from the old brick edifices that were built in the 1800s, to Frank Llyod Wright, to an old broken-down barn, to a cabin in the woods. He was commissioned to … Continue reading
WALK WITH HIM . . .
This relief carving by Paul is located at a church in Bay Pines, Florida. The Good Shepherd, tending his sheep is a reminder of our loving Jesus who left His heavenly home to live among the wayward sheep of this … Continue reading
SERENITY SUNDAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This watercolor seems to melt the rocks right into the water below. Peace and serenity are like that too. The anxiety and depression which surrounds us on a daily basis can only … Continue reading
EVERYONE MATTERS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This acrylic painting, done completely with a pallet knife, is one of many favorites because it exhibits movement, contrast, depth and an energy which is often difficult to capture with mere brush … Continue reading
WE ARE NEVER ALONE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The path is sparse and destitute, with danger all around, I know I’m never all alone. Your arm will me surround, The wind declares your glory, the sun will guide my ways, … Continue reading
A STUDY IN BLACK & WHITE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Cracks, crevices, breaks and terror, lurk at every turn in life, Stumbling, falling, running, hiding, trying to escape the strife, Fear befalls us, darkness calls us, there is no place we can … Continue reading
SUMMER DAZE . . .
Scenes like the one above are part of artist Paul Boecher’s growing up years. I believe this painting is near Hudson, WI. Paul’s family owned a summer home on Okauchee Lake in Oconomowoc, WI and he had many opportunities to … Continue reading
EARLY MORNING GLOW . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The morning sky is changing as the days go by. The sun is rising earlier and so am I. My sleep has been sporadic as I open up my eyes, to views … Continue reading
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