I gave hint to a new writing adventure, I'm undertaking, in the article 2022?. I wrote a book. The manuscript submission earned my first contract. Sometime, in the next year, New Perspectives will be available for purchase. It's amazing to reach the goal of being a published novelist. This wasn't an actual goal I set … Continue reading A New Road
Category: Musings
The changing times for the Auction Gavel.
There's just something about going to auctions. The advertising leading up to the upcoming sale, can create an exciting spectacle. Auctions are a great strategy to buy or sell. Auctions have been changing in the past few years though. In the recent past, a person could take part in the proceedings without actually being on … Continue reading The changing times for the Auction Gavel.
2022?
I'm sure everyone has been hungry and have no idea what they want to eat. That would be a great analogy of my writing pursuit. Thanksgiving weekend brought me to, yet, another crossroad. I completed my first manuscript. Where do I go from here in the novelist aspect? Well, I'll tell you this much. I've … Continue reading 2022?
Christmas in New Berlin
Saturday, December 4th was the inaugural Christmas light parade in New Berlin, IL. Although there wasn't any snow for Santa's sleigh, the weather was perfect. There was a slight chill, just enough to remind us of the season. The parade was led off buy our community's fire department. Sydney Geyston, this year's Sangamon County Fair … Continue reading Christmas in New Berlin
Magic
I promised the following of the Facebook group Antique Iron Mafia a little magic fun. I'm going to restore the subject tractor in the header picture in the blink of a camera's eye! Okay here we go! Prepare to be amazed. This is a Shaw Du-all R12T, I'll go more into detail about Shaw manufacturing … Continue reading Magic
Update 2021 and An Explanation
I've shared updates to the progress of my attempt at journalism. If you have been following me, or even browse my articles, you can see the accomplishments and set backs I've discovered. I've discussed my biggest issue is lack of writing discipline. Unfortunately, I still seek that major influence. Writing isn't my day job. I … Continue reading Update 2021 and An Explanation
I’ll Always be Thankful for knowing Keith Brown
Antique Iron enthusiasts always have the fond memories of riding on a tractor with a parent. I was fortunate to have more people when I was younger. The farm ground in my neighborhood was tended by a father son dual operation. As a kid, I spent many hours riding along with the son as he … Continue reading I’ll Always be Thankful for knowing Keith Brown
A Totem pole in Abingdon?
I grew up in Knox county Illinois and I'm naturally familiar with the little towns there. Sadly the things I find familiar and don't give much attention have a fascinating history. It took my friend Scott Rakes question to hammer that aspect in my mindset. Scott asked me about the totem pole in Abingdon. I … Continue reading A Totem pole in Abingdon?
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