“I’m not a gymnast – but I was FLIPPING OUT when that car almost hit us.” Collin “I’m so modest it rocks.” Amanda “I told him he needs to do his garden talks.” – Aunt Deb “Did you just say ‘garden … Continue reading
Sold?
Last week my friend Crystal introduced me to the world of live auctions. On a Tuesday afternoon, we entered a warehouse, where she walked up to the ticket counter with authority and picked up her … Continue reading
Everything I Needed to Know…I Learned from Being a News Intern
As school gets back in full swing and employers are constantly advertising for interns, I recalled a list I made years ago when I was an intern at a local television station. Looking back at my … Continue reading
Falling in Love with Yellowstone
A last minute trip fell into place last week and I just happened to end up on a six-day vacation in Yellowstone National Park. My friend, Lisa, and I packed a car and headed west on an iconic American … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: Trains and Welding
By David McCurdy Twenty-five years ago, I was at the Mall of America and fell in love with the large G scale trains. With my wife and three kids encouraging me - the youngest in a stroller - I bought … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: Thorofare
Written by Guest Blogger John McCurdy, a backcountry ranger in Yellowstone National Park. I had been hearing about Thorofare since I arrived in Lake Village, Wyoming. It is an area of lush … Continue reading
Giveaway Winners Announced!
Happy Friday and Happy Earth Day! Thank you all of your fabulous posts and for making this giveaway a very fun success. I look forward to doing more! Okay, here's how the drawing worked...numbers … Continue reading
Personalized Garden Marker Giveaway!
Do you see this used and loved vintage silverware? In honor of Earth Day 2011, I am hosting my blog's first ever giveaway and you are invited to enter. You're welcome. What You Get A piece of your … Continue reading
Vintage Garden Markers
While doing research for an upcoming article, I discovered a new love: silver stamping to create Vintage Garden Markers. It took me a few days and a few different tools to perfect this craft that many … Continue reading
Guest Blogger: ‘Music’ Liked Pancakes
Written by Guest Blogger John McCurdy When I tell people I am a backcountry ranger in Yellowstone National Park, most people think of a flat hat, bears and Old Faithful. Before I arrived at … Continue reading