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Larry and the too good job offer
Larry and the too good job offer It was late afternoon by the time Larry reached the bus stop. Within minutes he learned the bus would be delayed by an hour. However it wasn’t much of a setback. Larry hadn’t been on a bus in years. He supposed he could wait a little while longer.…
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Why can’t it be better chicken?
Why can’t it be better chicken? It looked like chicken, and it tasted like chicken. But it wasn’t chicken. The problem was the label. It had the word printed on it. In bold letters. Therefore, it was easy to assume. Then with more examination, it became clear. No chicken. This has become the norm. Actually…
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Treasure map and the great Butterbeans
Treasure map and the great Butterbeans The Bar K ranch was established in the early 1800s. Emily Kate’s great, great grandfather built the Bar K ranch in 1807. It remained in the family all the way to Emily Kate, who is also the current owner. In fact, she has been the owner for almost a…
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The Landing Zone and love
The Landing Zone and love There isn’t another soul around, when he arrives. It’s night, and he’s alone. Looking around is strange, he has new eyes now. Then he takes a few steps forward and discovers he has new legs too. What a strange and odd feeling. A thought of her crosses his mind, and…
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The keys to the better things
The keys to the better things The sounds are melodious, and every ear is attuned. The ones who are passing by, now stop and take pause. They tilt their heads slightly, as though hearing something keenly interesting. Then a look of calm, fills the face, and they smile. Chip Aliston sees this every time. Through…
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Health and Wellness – Old Doc’s Hunch
Health and Wellness – Old Doc’s Hunch The trip out to the Ellis ranch would take most of the afternoon. This meant the old doc would be staying the night. Somewhere. He might camp on the trail. Or he might stay at the Ellis ranch. It largely depended on what he found once he arrived.…
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The Retrieval of Jupiter’s Heart – Moondance
The Retrieval of Jupiter’s Heart – Moondance Eric pries at the lid on the top of the wooden crate. Emma watches him in silence. The lid is firmly attached. It doesn’t take Eric long to realize the hammer isn’t enough. Additionally, the crate is tall, and the top is at chest level. Furthermore there are…
