Tag Archives: wisdom
SUNDAY PRAYER . . .
ART& INSPIRATION FROM PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Paul always had a sketchbook handy, especially when he was on a walk in the woods or driving through a wildlife refuge. His love of God’s creation spoke loudly through his art. To … Continue reading
LIFT ME UP . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This pastel painting of Paul’s gives such a feeling of peace and comfort. A quiet place, with a softness that gives the soul relief. A place to talk with God. Life … Continue reading
HOLD ME CLOSE, LORD . . .
“The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should … Continue reading
UP FROM THE ASHES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The sky looks like it’s on fire. Imagine what it looked like on 9/11/2001. This painting by Paul exhibits the terror of that day. Out of the ashes, new life sprang. Like … Continue reading
ON 09/10/2001 – WHO KNEW . . .
For Throwback Thursday, I am reposting this piece, written three years ago. 25 years have passed since the terrorist attack of 09/11/2001. We must never forget what happened within the skies, in the streets, in the buildings and the hearts … Continue reading
SIT WITH ME A WHILE, LORD . . .
POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER My daughter, Amy, is still in the hospital. She is getting better but will have an additional procedure today to stabilize her. Prayers are appreciated for her complete recovery. Days of longest waiting make me yearn … Continue reading
PICKING UP THE PIECES . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This painting is filled with so much activity and chaos. Our lives are often that way. Out of control and full of clutter. Paul often told a story with his paintings. In … Continue reading
ROCK SOLID . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© I often wonder how all the cries of God’s people can be deciphered and put into action. So many prayers go out to God each day. So many concerns, hopes, dreams, anxious … Continue reading
SEASON OF COLORS . . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER On these early days of autumn, our thoughts may turn to the impending winter months. This year has been unusually hot. We’re at the end of a very dry season in Minnesota. … Continue reading
METAMORPHOUS . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© It’s the end of summer and school days have already resumed for some. Many memories have been made as we look back at family vacations, graduations, weddings, picnics, camping and good … Continue reading
WHO ARE THE REAL HEROES?
Every day heroes are those who think of others rather than themselves. They are the moms and dads who make sure their children have a better life than they did. They are teachers who devote their lives to helping young minds … Continue reading
FINDING PEACE . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Where is that peaceful, quiet place that you are longing for, Is it in empty moments while waiting to do more, Will you find peace and contentment among the birds that sing, Or does … Continue reading
AUTUMN KISSES . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© This watercolor was done by Paul as he sat in some quiet nook in nature which inspired him. The beginning of a change in seasons has descended upon us. Soon all … Continue reading
SURRENDER . . .
ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© My first-born daughter, Amy, will be undergoing Cancer surgery on Monday. I ask that you pray with me for the guidance and intellect of the doctors – for the successful removal of … Continue reading
TEN YEARS AGO TODAY . . .
Ten years ago, we were ready to downsize. Our home was much too big for the two of us. We’d lived in that house for 24 years. It was a place of rebuilding for us after we lost our home … Continue reading
AGING WITH HOPE . . .
ART & POETRY BY KATHY BOECHER The sands of time embraced me and I grew old, but my heart still longs for the next waiting road. It will be like nothing I’ve ever experienced in this lifetime. It will take … Continue reading
ON THE WINGS OF A HAWK . . .
ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The hawk is a mighty predatory bird. The beautiful detail in its wings is proof of God’s handiwork. Each feather serves a particular purpose. Each extension of the wings is amazing as … Continue reading
DON’T BREAK THE TRUST . . .
In the late 1950’s a television show hosted by Edgar Bergan, the ventriloquist, made its debut. After a few months a young Johnny Carson took over the job. The show was designed to pit three married couples against each other … Continue reading
BACKYARD THEATRE . . .
Most of my childhood occurred during the 40s and 50s. We didn’t own a TV set until I turned ten. It was more like a huge piece of furniture which housed a 10″ screen displaying images in black and white. … Continue reading
SAIL AWAY . . .
“Let the sea roar, and all that fills it; let the field exult, and everything in it!Then shall the trees of the forest sing for joybefore the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth.Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he … Continue reading
