Tag Archives: Inspiration

HEARTS MELTING . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s a heat alert for us today. Add a hefty dewpoint and it’s a recipe for a storm to come. I’ve chosen to highlight this watercolor today. It brings thoughts of refreshment … Continue reading

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THE TREE OF LIFE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER God created a paradise for mankind. Mankind doubted God. Today the world sits in darkness and that tree is no more. However. God also created mankind in His own image. He loves … Continue reading

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THE OLD FISHIN’ HOLE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This little watercolor sketch is reminiscent of the good old days of fishing off the shoreline, dropping a line off the side of your boat, sitting and waiting – quietly taking in the … Continue reading

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HOT PURSUIT

ORIGINAL ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Days are filled with anxious moments, The darkness of night envelops and encases you in fear, Talk of terror in the world, Horror in our own streets, We often feel as … Continue reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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CRUISING DOWN THE RIVER . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL AND KATHY BOECHER This painting reminds me of the tales from Mark Twain. You can almost see Huckelberry and Tom floating on a raft beside this huge paddle boat, slowly moving down the river on … Continue reading

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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

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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

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TODAY IS NATIONAL TRAIN DAY

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today is National Train Day and tomorrow is Mother’s Day, so I thought I’d combine my post to include both of them. In the olden days, when I was just a girl … Continue reading

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BEACHED . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This sweet watercolor depicts some rugged old canoes sitting on the shoreline, waiting to get back in the water. Weather is always an issue in Minnesota. It can be the dreariest time … 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 BEAR SHALL GRAZE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER “The wolf shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the young goat,and the calf and the lion and the fattened calf together; and a little child shall … 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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