Sometimes history is as close as a short drive away. That is true of this iconic statue The Last Stop created by John McClarey of Abraham Lincoln in nearby Christian County. Who doesn’t love an Honest Abe story? I found one on the Taylorville Illinois square where there is a very lovely yet comical statue […]
As a writer, I use phrases everyday, but find I really don’t know where the meanings came from. Am I using the phrase correctly? Maybe I am and maybe not! When I had the chance to review “Hair of the dog to Paint the Town Red, The Curious Origins of Everyday Sayings & Fun Phrases” […]
The Florida Flywheelers grounds each February is a huge flea market, and antique tractor show combined. This fun in the sun show and village is a Mecca to antique tractor collectors seeking reprieve from the north’s harsh winter weather. The show has a daily parade, feature tent and this year the featured brand was International […]
I live outside a small town on a farm. Although my address says Virden, my kids went to school in Pawnee. I get my library books in Pawnee. My mom still lives in Pawnee, so I consider my hometown as Pawnee. While I travel a lot, it is really cool to hear good things about […]
Who wouldn’t be thrilled to receive a beautiful necklace from Anjolee jewelry the company known as “the Art of Jewelry”? Anyone that knows me knows I love jewelry. It is the one souvenir I often purchase on a trip. I was so excited to receive a timeless classic diamond pendant the Lotus Floral Diamond Pendants […]