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WHAT DO YOU SEE?

This photo reminds me of a joke I heard a while back. When looking through her dirty window, a woman complained about her neighbor hanging out her still soiled clothes. Maybe she should’ve washed her windows before she passed judgement. … Continue reading

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PUTTING THINGS INTO FOCUS . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© You walk into a room full of people, Forming opinions before you know, You walk a narrow path in the country, Treading softly in places unknown. The sun casts its radiance upon you, You’re captured … Continue reading

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ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE . . .

Captain Jack Sparrow is hardly an expert on evading trouble and undoubtedly numbed himself with rum, but this statement rings so true.  “The problem is not the problem.  The problem is your attitude about the problem.  Do you understand?” Johnny … Continue reading

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BESIDE STILL WATERS . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The heatwave continues with temperatures in the 90s and the dew point is tropical. Rather strange for my neck of the woods, but we know this too shall pass. We only … Continue reading

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BASTILLE DAY . . .

Today is July 14th. A day like any other, but in France, 1789, the sound of cries for liberty rang through the air. Much like the USA, the common people were sick of being ruled by a wealthy monarch while … Continue reading

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HOT TIME IN THE CITY . . .

I have to laugh at this Maxine cartoon. In the first place, what is this elderly woman doing outside on such a hot day? Why is her dog with her? Why is she planning to make and eat breakfast in … Continue reading

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THE SOFT TOUCH OF GOD . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© The softness of this pastel makes me think of God’s tender mercy. He is usually seen as all powerful, full of strength and might, unmovable. He is all those things, but … Continue reading

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EIGHT YEARS OF WAR . . .

The American Revolution lasted from 1775 to September of 1781 when Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington in Yorktown, Virginia. It officially ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1783. What began as an actual civil war between those who were … Continue reading

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OUR PRECIOUS FREEDOM . . .

ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© What is the price of liberty? Where lies the victor’s prize?Is it in bodies laying still, beneath the cold, dark skies?The cost to win our freedom cannot be seen in life,But in the … Continue reading

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OUR MOST PRECIOUS FREEDOM . . .

The big day of America’s 250th anniversary has come and gone. A day that lives on in the hearts of her citizens, giving them hope for a brighter future. I’ve written about this in the past few days, but my … Continue reading

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FREEDOM . . .

Today we celebrate 250 years of freedom. The painting I’m showing demonstrates the beauty within this country we call home. The mountains and valleys – the trees and water – all show God’s hand in the workmanship. Independence Day meant … Continue reading

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ONE NATION UNDER GOD . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER Tomorrow is the actual birthday of the United States of America. I wrote this poem a few years ago and am pairing it with one of Paul’s beautiful landscapes of a location … Continue reading

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JUST ANOTHER BIRTHDAY . . .

What if the life expectancy of a nation depended on smooth sailing – no problems – loss of respect or resources – a lack of patriotism? Having recently celebrated 84 years of my own life, I realize a whole bunch … Continue reading

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I’LL NEVER STOP LOVING YOU . . .

It is eighteen months since my one and only love went to his eternal home. So much has changed in my life since that day. For the first year of grieving, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of care and … Continue reading

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A REVOLUTIONARY IDEA . . .

With the 250th birthday of America coming in just a few days, we’ll hear many stories about the American Revolution. There are many recognizable names – like John Adams and his wife Abigail – George & Martha Washington – Benjamin … Continue reading

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WHEN FEAR TAKES HOLD . . .

“This world of ours… must avoid becoming a community of dreadful fear and hate, and be, instead, a proud confederation of mutual trust and respect.”  Dwight D. Eisenhower As we grow older the things we worried about when we were … Continue reading

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HIS PLAN – NOT MINE . . .

ART & INSPIRATION BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER The painting I’m sharing today shows a road filled with missed directions, detours and roadblocks. Much like the beginning of every day. No matter what we do, we seem to come up … Continue reading

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OPEN THE DOOR . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER This watercolor painting of Paul’s carries a different mood than you normally see. Usually, his work is very upbeat and inspirational. We all have times when things aren’t going well. We struggle … Continue reading

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SOFT MORNING HAZE . . .

ART & POETRY BY PAUL T. & KATHY BOECHER© This beautiful image depicts the softness of dew in a vast valley, surrounded by foothills and mountains. You have to look hard to see the mountains, but you know they’re there. … Continue reading

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COMPLETE DARKNESS . . .

His hand reached for the oil lamp in the blackness. He was enveloped in the deepest darkness he had ever experienced. He strained to see even a tiny glimpse of light – just a faint whisper – nothing. He groped, … Continue reading

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