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WILL IT BE A BLUE CHRISTMAS?

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There is something about this time of the year that stirs our emotions to the hilt. I know everyone grieves differently. Sometimes we’d prefer not to talk about our sadness or … Continue reading

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DECEMBER IN MY WORLD . . .

December is always an extra special time of the year. This family of mine has had a long history of December special days besides Christmas. My photograph shows my parents on their wedding day. Dad was 20 and mom was … Continue reading

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WINTER WARMTH . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Living in a house built in the late 1800s creates special attention when the temperatures dip into single digits. There are three sources of heat in this sweet little farmhouse. A … Continue reading

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AND A CHILD WILL LEAD THEM . . .

Original art & Poetry by Paul T. Boecher & Kathy Boecher© This pencil sketch was done in 2010 by Paul somewhere in the mountains. As I look at the detail in this drawing not only do I see Paul’s craftsmanship … Continue reading

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EMPTY BRANCHES . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Seems like we can’t escape winter so far this year. Our neighborhood has been a winter wonderland for the last couple weeks. Each day begins with a light dusting upon cars … Continue reading

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PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© In thinking about the King of Creation – Lord of Lords – the Almighty God – we don’t expect to hear of this holy birth to happen the way it did. The lowly … Continue reading

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FIRST LIGHT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This colored pencil sketch is of a familiar sight for those who have traveled through Wyoming. Imagine what the first pioneers thought of this ominous looking butte popping up from the … Continue reading

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GRATEFUL FOR DIVERSITY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© As most Americans blessed to live in this country, I am proud to be part of a diverse nation. Not only are we a melting pot, but we’re part of a colorful … Continue reading

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NURTURERS OF FAITH . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This watercolor pencil sketch reminds me of the starkness of an army protecting something within. It takes more than one individual to nurture someone’s faith. In my case, I’m still a work … Continue reading

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LET IT NOT BE FORGOT . . .

This is a rerun of a post I wrote six years ago in remembrance of John F, Kennedy’s funeral after being gunned down by an assassin. The story has faded from the news in recent years, but those of us … Continue reading

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ROCK SOLID . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The painting today is an oil pastel, which allows the artist to paint softly. I’m sure there are other reasons to use this medium, but I like the effect it has on … Continue reading

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LIFE & ETERNAL LIFE . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The mountains are a perfect location to view God’s majesty. This painting shows how those mountains were precisely carved by His own hand. The sky is filled with His breath as it … Continue reading

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TEARS FALLING . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER@ The painting today reveals a lovely waterfall painted in watercolor paint. The blessing of a scene like this is how it reminds me of tears. We cry for various reasons – mainly … Continue reading

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GOD’S AMAZING PAINTBRUSH . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This past week, God has been painting the sky to reflect the beautiful color on the ground. In Minnesota, we’ve been blessed to see the Northern Lights – gorgeous sunsets – amazing … Continue reading

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THANKFUL FOR VETERANS . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today is the 11th day of the 11th month – and on the 11th hour of that day in 1918 when the armistice with Germany was signed, ending World War I. A … Continue reading

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THANKFUL FOR TREES . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today, I am thankful for trees – glorious plants that give us shade in the summer, cause us to sneeze occasionally, reach their beautiful limbs as if calling out to God, fill … Continue reading

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THROW BACK THURSDAY – NOVEMBER

We’ve been blessed with some lovely weather so far in November. Today is one of those gray days that can easily turn a smile into a frown and steal our joy. Since it’s also throw back Thursday, I thought I’d … Continue reading

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THANKS FOR THE ROADBLOCKS . . .

ART POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The above Artist’s Proof shows a cobblestone road, filled with bumps and obstacles. Much like our lives, we trudge through each day, meeting one thing or another that might get in our way. … Continue reading

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OUR THREE CHILDREN . . .

NOVEMBER 3RD – BLESSINGS Today I thank God for the blessing of family. Our three children are no longer kids. They have, however, grown into amazing adults with great work ethics, strong faith in God, compassionate, loving, caring and faithful … Continue reading

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APPLE PIES & APPLESAUCE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The smells of summer still hang in the air. The potent fragrance of fertile soil. The aroma of a bonfire after dark to whisk away the mosquitoes. The blooming roses cast their … Continue reading

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