Tag Archives: nature
HIDING IN THE WOODS
“When we contemplate the whole globe as one great dewdrop, striped and dotted with continents and islands, flying through space with other stars all singing and shining together as one, the whole universe appears as an infinite storm of beauty.” … Continue reading
WEDNESDAY WISDOM
“Millions of trees in the world are accidentally planted by squirrels who bury nuts and forget where they hid them. Do good and forget. It will grow someday.” Anonymous We can learn so much from nature. Consider the squirrel. He … Continue reading
WEDNESDAY WISDOM – STORMS
Standing alone in a storm as wind tears through the trees is not only frightening but lacks wisdom. Our bodies grow tense, the adrenaline flows, and all our emotions explode into a procession of fear. The branches entangle and caress one another. … Continue reading
NOVEMBER SKY
There is nothing like getting out in nature to clear away the cobwebs and dust of every day living. Problems that are left behind are soon forgotten as you traverse through God’s beautiful creation. I’m beginning to understand why my … Continue reading
NIGHT & DAY
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The crisp mountain air fills sumptuous valleys with a haunting haze,Just enough to mute the colors ever so slightly,Beyond the fog, lies a green pasture where the rest of the day … Continue reading
WHAT SEASON ARE YOU IN?
I am fortunate enough to live in a state that demonstrates exactly what all four seasons are all about. Our winters are long, but filled with glistening snow, ice and cold air. The sound of snow plows fills the air … Continue reading
TEMPORARY REFUGE
ART & POETRY BY PAUL &y KATHY BOECHER Our lives on earth are temporal – a whisper hushed and still, We’re placed here by the Father’s hand and through His mighty will, He guides us through … Continue reading
THE OUTDOOR ARTIST
The sun can be unrelenting as it beats on your back, Placing shadows on canvas where they don’t actually belong, The sweat of your brow bleeds into your eyes, A clumsy onlooker tips over your water or bumps your arm, … Continue reading
STUBBY RETURNS
Our little friend, Stubby, the squirrel disappeared for a couple weeks in December of 2020, but made a brief appearance again late in the month. Just about the time we had given up on seeing him again, he made a … Continue reading
NATURAL DIVERSION
My friend Julie has been posting some amazing pictures of baby bunnies in her garden. Maybe this lockdown has caused us to look out our windows or into the depths of our own backyards to divert us from all the … Continue reading
WORDLESS WEDNESDAY
JOB 37:14-16 “Hear this, O Job; stop and consider the wondrous works of God. Do you know how God lays his command upon them and causes the lightning of his cloud to shine? Do you know the balancings of the clouds, the … Continue reading
LAZY HAZY DAYS
ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Can you imagine sitting on the stump of a downed tree at the edge of the river? Your makeshift fishing line dangles lifelessly. You dip your toes into the refreshing water. The … Continue reading
PAINTING OUTDOORS
You rise with the sun to catch the first light, perfection is right in your grasp, You set up your easel, lay out your paint, your brush is held tight in your clasp, Surrounded by nature and fresh, clean air, … Continue reading
WHERE IS THE WISDOM?
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Wisdom grows from experience, through trial and disappointment, It can also evolve through times of peace, satisfaction and contentment, However it is obtained, we can be confident that it comes from God, … Continue reading
A SILENT FORTRESS
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© A peaceful walk within the woods, can stir imagination, The crunch of twigs and unknown things, all adds to this sensation, A regiment of trees stand tall, and line a peaceful … Continue reading
WINTER WATCH
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The majestic eagle casts his perfect vision on the field below, Always looking for his next meal or provision for his waiting mate, Who herself is on guard for the protection of … Continue reading
YOU CAN’T HIDE
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Entwined with brush and branches, a refuge holds you tight, The world is far away, you’re hidden from its sight, The fear you hold inside, adrenaline excites, But comfort still you … Continue reading
DAYLIGHT IS A BURNIN’
One of the points of taking a vacation is to forget about all the things you should be doing. You should set your brain at idle and focus on nothing. You’re expected to fritter away the hours and consort with the … Continue reading
BLACK & WHITE DRAMA
Ansel Adams was born on this day in 1902 in San Francisco. When San Francisco was devastated by the horrible earthquake of 1906, his family moved to the Seacliff neighborhood, which had a fantastic view of the Golden Gate Bridge and … Continue reading
HUNGRY GOATS
Recently, my home state of Minnesota decided they would try to control invasive plants which are killing the good ones. Where does one go to retain a group of goats? I suppose they call UNEEDA GOAT or some other rent … Continue reading
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