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MID-WEEK CRISIS (AKA) HUMP DAY . . .

For me, getting through the battle scars of living, seems to be pretty uneventful. I get out of bed about the same time each morning. I go through the motions of preparing for the day. I might eat breakfast. I’ll … Continue reading

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JESUS, OUR SHEPHERD . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© There’s still a lot of art to go through before I’ve completed the task. My grandchildren will help me catalogue everything and eventually will inherit much of the work. Paul felt it … 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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REFLECTING ON A LIFE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© One year ago, I was remembering time spent with family and the laughter we shared together. When the clock showed the ending of that day, I had no idea that my life … 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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HEALING WINGS . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Many of the paintings I’ve shared with you this past year include scenes of nature and how God provides for all creatures great and small. He has healing in His wings. … Continue reading

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SPREAD YOUR WINGS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Paul always had a sketchbook with him in the car so that he could quickly draw an image that attracted his attention. Most sketches remain in that book until they’re ready to … 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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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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THE WAITING IS ALMOST DONE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© An early morning ride up into the mountains, Releases every ounce of tension in your soul and body, The light caresses each tree and bounces across the hills, The wind gently breathes … Continue reading

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TIME STANDS STILL . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© When winter actually sets in, our bones begin to ache. The coldness and speed of the wind, make it seem like you abide in the arctic. The waters are frozen while still … Continue reading

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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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