Tag Archives: wisdom

MAJESTIC WILDLIFE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Today we change the calendar to November, the month of thanksgiving and counting our blessings. It is the time of the year when special holidays get underway and plans are being made … Continue reading

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A REFORMATION LOVE STORY . . .

When we think about the Reformation of 1517 our thoughts turn to one of the most outspoken defenders of the Word of God – Martin Luther. The woman he would eventually marry had grown up in a convent from the … Continue reading

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TIME TO REST . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It is said that with every major health issue. we lose a part of ourselves. Following doctor’s orders and getting a lot of rest is vital to our wellbeing. While going through … Continue reading

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FADING FAST . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting has nothing to do with sailing, but I thought it might bring some sunshine on this rainy day. Summer has turned quickly into autumn and there may still be a few … Continue reading

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A WALK THROUGH THE BADLANDS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This colored pencil sketch would’ve been done in the Badlands of South Dakota. I imagine Paul was hiking through the area, took a break, pulled out his sketchbook and began to draw. He … Continue reading

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OPENING UP OUR EYES . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It’s Sunday – a day of rest for some and toil for others. It is definitely one day of the week we can set aside to praise our Creator for all His … Continue reading

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OUT OF FOCUS . . .

ART  & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© As each day passes, I’m amazed at the body of work my husband created within a 25 year period. A new painting pops up almost every day; This one silhouettes a scene … Continue reading

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MORNING PROMISE . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I used to be a morning person. I’d get up with the sun and begin my tasks for the day. By the time lunchtime came I was done for the day. … Continue reading

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LET THE MOUNTAINS CRY OUT . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Another pencil sketch drawn by Paul is filled with the majesty of the mountains and the glorious creation that God has given to us to inhabit. I’m late in posting today because … Continue reading

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ANOTHER BEGINNING . . .

This photo was taken this past week as the Jewels of de Nial performed to a group of senior citizens. This would be my last gig as a performer in the group. I parked in the parking lot and thought … Continue reading

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TUCKED AWAY . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER My husband began his career in art when he was in elementary school and earned an “F” in that subject because he didn’t follow the example in the book. He kept pushing … Continue reading

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WATERCOLOR SKY . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER There’s something quite magical about an October sky. The clearness, the refreshing sunrises and sunsets – all equate to perfection. When clouds begin to fill those spaces, we’re transported to something akin … Continue reading

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TAKING FLIGHT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This sweet little pencil drawing has so much happening. Notice the detail in the branches and trunk of the tree. Observe the complex web of the background and the perching bird … Continue reading

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A PLACE WHERE EAGLES DARE . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This piece was probably painted in Wisconsin. The bluffs lining the St. Croix River Valley look much like this and are always a piece of eye candy as you enter the … Continue reading

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SWAN SONG . . .

(LEFT TO RIGHT – Me, Kathy Boecher as Pearl, behind me Crystal, next to me Christine, next to the clock our director, Viva, Sue, Elizabeth and Doreen. Missing, is Barb, who is enjoying the sun in Portugal.) This group of … Continue reading

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RUSTY PINES . . .

ART & INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This painting is in the impressionistic style. Paul began experimenting with this genre of art about nine years ago. Impressionist paintings have a glow about them – a bit out of focus, … Continue reading

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BRILLIANCE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© An army of trees surrounds the crystalizing pond, The leaves begin to fall, but their outer shell remains, Clothed in brilliant shades of gold, crimson and brown, The air has a chilling … Continue reading

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ONLY GOD CAN DO THAT . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The sunrises and sunsets of Autumn are often remarkable. God’s hand is in them as he brushes color through the clouds and allows light to flow through them. Just the right … Continue reading

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PAINTING IN A PUMPKIN PATCH . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This is an unusual autumn for us Minnesotans. We’ve been known to have blizzards in October, which leave us helpless and isolated. We’ve also experienced tornados and thunderstorms. This year we’ve been enjoying … Continue reading

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WHO WILL CATCH ME?

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Today I’ve chosen this sketch which Paul created on the spot. His sketches often demonstrate his strong faith and the sum of all the things that were going on in his mind … Continue reading

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