Tag Archives: wisdom
STAY WITH ME . . .
Dear, Heavenly Father, As my time on earth ebbs to a close, it’s easy to fall prey to the devil’s claim that life ends with our final breath. That our lifetime of building has come to an end. As the years pass, … Continue reading
THE TEN SUGGESTIONS?
“Obedience of the law is demanded, not asked as a favor,” Theodore Roosevelt When we observe all that’s going on in this world, and especially the obscene state of affairs in our own country, it’s easy to say God’s commandments … Continue reading
SATURDAY WISDOM . . .
ORIGINAL ART & POETRY BY PAUL & KATHY BOECHER© Finally, a day without hazy skies and extreme temperatures. The first day I’ve actually been able to retrieve a few weeds. It’s funny how quickly our bodies wither away as each … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
