Tag Archives: life & death
NEW LIFE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The birds in this pencil sketch by Paul, shows the change in shifts between mama and papa eagle. Each bird takes their turn in sitting on the soon-to-be baby eaglets before they … Continue reading
MOMS WITHOUT CHILDREN . . .
Soon we’ll be observing a day which honors mothers. Let’s not forget those who have lost children and pray that this day will also honor them for their gift of life. These are the ones who don’t find much joy … Continue reading
IF I COULD WILE AWAY THE HOURS . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Waking up with the sun is what I do. I’m not sure if I have an internal clock that beckons me, or if the call of the garden stirs me to start … Continue reading
WHAT IF?
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could simply erase the events of the past? We can face life with all kinds of question marks or we can have faith that whatever we do will be guided by the creator of … Continue reading
ARE YOU HIDING FROM GOD?
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This Paul Boecher watercolor is painted in the style of Van Gogh. The multiple strong brush strokes depict turmoil, confusion, a little chaos and an impressionistic flavor. Much art is a … Continue reading
BOTH ENDS OF THE SPECTRUM . . .
For almost six months of the first year of my first great grandson’s life, I was able to care for him while his mom worked to finish her college degree. The time was spent mostly cuddling with a newborn, changing … Continue reading
WANDERING . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Guess I have aging on my mind today. Here’s a poem from my collection, called “Wandering.” The watercolor painting shows a wilderness of sorts. Even though it’s desolate, it is filled with … Continue reading
GOOD GRIEF . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This intricate watercolor was painted by Paul shortly after winter left and what remained was the start of new life. As we travel this world there will be ups and downs. Situations … Continue reading
CROSS OF GLORY
The cross in this photo is a prototype for a commission Paul was called on to sculpt many years ago. It’s an empty cross, but the darkened shadows depict Jesus’ blood – shed for the redemption of all mankind. The … Continue reading
LIFE RESTORED . . .
Here was a family that frequently invited Jesus into their home in Bethany. We’ve probably all heard the events leading up to an amazing miracle that Jesus did when He raised Lazarus from death. We also have been told the … Continue reading
AGING WITH GOD’S PLAN . . .
The final scene is set. The pieces have all been placed. The player enters the stage for his last monologue. It’s the last prayer of a faithful servant – the final words you utter in life – the heritage you leave … Continue reading
AGING WITH PLAN – 70-80
The mail we get now has to do with cemetery plots. For us, we opted for cremation, less expensive. We’re also receiving mail pertaining to hearing aids, recreational vehicles and retirement homes. Those of us who still have our memories, … Continue reading
SKYLIGHT . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER Today I’m sharing one of my watercolor paintings. I don’t have anywhere near the large body of work that Paul left behind. He did encourage me to paint however and I took some classes … Continue reading
THE WAY . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER As we walk through this season of Lent, let’s never lose sight of the great cost it took to purchase our salvation. Jesus took on human form and came to earth to … Continue reading
WHAT’S NEXT?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I found this watercolor, hidden away in a box. It’s always a surprise to find another one I’ve never seen before. In a way, it’s sad to find these works inside of … Continue reading
SWEET MEMORIES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Sweet memories sneak through the creases of my brain, Stored treasures from my youth come forth with such a loud refrain. I sometimes think no mountain is too tall, and then I … Continue reading
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
WHO KNEW . . .
This photograph was taken on Paul’s 40th birthday. It’s a wonderful memory of a surprise that truly was a surprise. After a very long day of photo shooting for a client, the photographer and Paul made it back to the … Continue reading
CLOTHED IN ICE . . .
“In our world too, a stable had something inside it that was bigger than our whole world.” (spoken by Lucy) C.S. Lewis “The Chronicles of Nania” ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The painting I’ve chosen for today … Continue reading
LIVE EACH DAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER As we begin another year, it’s a good idea to look ahead rather than back. What’s gone is gone. What has passed is in the past. Each new day is a second chance for us. We … Continue reading
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