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LITTLE TREASURES . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I was asked how I was doing yesterday and responded that I was doing all right. I sometimes ask myself that same question. The grieving process is different for every person. For … Continue reading

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TREASURES IN THE ATTIC . . .

With an ever changing economy and uncertain times, it’s hard for most people to get by much less think about leaving an inheritance for their families. Although many contend that it’s important to work hard and store up treasures for … Continue reading

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CHRISTMASES PAST – PART FOUR

In the late 1950s, the Christmas parade was a major event in Milwaukee. People would line the streets – row upon row. Small children would sit on the shoulders of a parent to get a better view of the many … Continue reading

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SOMETHING NEW FROM SOMETHING OLD

The air is screaming out, “it’s spring,” our hearts are filled with joy,Warm thoughts of love will now inspire the minds of girl and boy,New life explodes in every tree, the grass has turned to green,The birds are singing their … Continue reading

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SANTAS

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Over a number of years, my artist husband has created several hand carved Santas for me.  Each was added at Christmas to a collection started long ago.  I love it when Paul … Continue reading

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REPURPOSED TREASURE

Before the impending birth of my husband, seventy five years ago, his parents purchased this Jenny Lind crib for him to rest his tiny body.  A few years later, his sister occupied the same space.  When our own three children … Continue reading

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EARTHLY TREASURE

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© The broken-down feed mill stands firmly aside the riverbank, Like a noble guardian, staunchly overlooking the water, Once filled with treasure of the harvest golden, It now stands as a tribute to its … Continue reading

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