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RACHEL, THE WEDDING PLANNER . . .

The young couple had just finished the ritual of marriage. Weddings in Cana were nothing to sneeze at. The party could last for seven days or more, so this could mean considerable expense for the family. It was a social … Continue reading

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MAHALA, THE LEPER – OUTCAST . . .

I was only a young man when the dreaded disease began to take over my body. Prior to that horrible time in my life, I had been strong and healthy. People looked up to me. I was honored by many … Continue reading

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THE VILLAGE BLACKSMITH . . .

DAMIEN – THE BLACKSMITH I’m a Roman citizen. Roman soldiers were a commonplace on our streets. Even those of us who were considered part of the infrastructure of the city, were enslaved in a manner of speaking. The Romans taxed … Continue reading

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WITNESS FROM 18 YEARS BEFORE

REUBEN – PURVEYOR OF FINE LINEN Every year at the time of the Passover, we merchants could count on making a good portion of our yearly income. People from all over the country would arrive in droves to make their … Continue reading

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SECONDHAND WITNESS – CALEB

My home is near the small town of Bethlehem. It is noted for the many sheep that roam across the land in search of greener pastures. The life of a shepherd might be considered by some as one of the … Continue reading

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A WITNESS . . . NATHANIAL

This a fictional series of stories, based on the history of the Bible along with historical writings about the time when Jesus walked on the earth. These characters represent the melting pot of people who made their living in various … Continue reading

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THE YEARS IN BETWEEN . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The season of Lent will soon be upon us, with the celebration of Ash Wednesday on February 18th. The word “Lent,” is derived from an old English word “Lencten,” which pertains to … Continue reading

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MYSTERIOUS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Happy February! Another page to turn on the calendar and thoughts of love abound. The painting I’m showing today is a mysterious look at a cliff-lined river right after sunrise. The contrast … Continue reading

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DIGGING UP THE PAST . . .

I planned on writing about archaeology today but stumbled upon this cartoon and couldn’t resist changing my thinking a little. A fake nose and glasses have always been a trigger for me to laugh. I’ve used them in various productions … Continue reading

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DARKENED SUN BEAMS . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER In this watercolor painting by Paul, you can see the use of various sizes and shapes of brushes which he used to create lines, surfaces, contrast and rays of light. With very … Continue reading

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IN THE DARKNESS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER I came across another box of watercolor paintings recently – surprise, surprise! Paul’s many years of creating art seem to pop up just when I think I’ve seen them all. What a … Continue reading

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JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS . . .

“Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive … Continue reading

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DAY 6 OF JANUARY, 2026

Five years ago (January 6, 2021) as the COVID19 Pandemic continued to rage, we were witness to the storming of the U.S. Capitol building by protestors who had been attending a rally. Five years later, the shock of that day … Continue reading

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OBSERVATIONS . . .

We start a new year with thoughts of looking forward, by setting goals for new adventures with the hope that we’ll be able to reach them. Within a few hours all of that can change. Our positive outlook for the … Continue reading

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LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE . . .

“Let nothing dim the light that shines from within.” Maya Angelou ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER© As 2025 begins to fade into oblivion, it’s time to recharge our batteries and get our light shining once again. Light is … Continue reading

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THE END OR JUST THE BEGINNING?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER All the excitement has come to an end – or has it. Christmas has passed – the lights will remain for another week or so. Using those gift cards and spending more … Continue reading

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A DIFFERENT CHRISTMAS . . .

As I sit here this morning, trying to think of something to write about, my heart is filled with joy because it’s another day to thank Jesus for my life. It’s Christmas Day – a day like none other on … Continue reading

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MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Waiting can be so hard. We plan, we ponder, we wonder, we seek, we anticipate with longing the coming of the Savior, the Messiah, the King of Kings. He came many years ago … Continue reading

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THE ROAD TO BETHLEHEM . . .

ORIGINAL WOOD SCULPTURE BY PAUL & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER©  The events leading up to the birth of Jesus of Nazareth have taken us on an amazing journey which only God could have designed. The angel’s announcement to Mary and … Continue reading

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LIVE TO DIE AND DYING TO LIVE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This is the beginning of a new day, a new week, a new celebration – as our hearts turn to a tiny baby boy, who was the true Son of God, born … Continue reading

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