Excerpt from my upcoming book on WHAT LIES BENEATH: Historic Graves and Cemeteries in California
Charlotta Bass was probably the first African American woman to own and operate a newspaper. Her personal column, “On the Sidewalk,” became the vehicle by which she pushed for civil rights and political equality. In 1931, she even initiated a “Don’t shop where you can’t work” campaign.
How do you translate vintage recipes?
So WELCOME to my kitchen....... Ever wondered how you translate Grandma's wonderful old recipes? When she says 'a dash' of this.....or just cook 'until done' in a 'hot' oven? What??? Hard to know? Yes, especially today when we have schedules to keep! But we want to...
Five Generations Strong — Ranching — It’s a Family Affair!
Although I've briefly talked about the ranch, I thought I'd delve a little more into its history. Several people have mentioned they enjoy hearing about the ranch. So here's a little more on the Jenner Cattle Company, three generations working together today,...
ANKLE HIGH AND KNEE DEEP……… #3 on the Top List for books on rural life!
Was delighted to learn that our anthology, ANKLE HIGH AND KNEE DEEP, just released officially in June, reached #3 on amazon's Top List of books published on "rural life" and country living!It's been a great journey.....from pitching this story over 2 1/2 years ago to...
ANKLE HIGH AND KNEE DEEP IS NOW ON SALE……..check it out!
ANKLE HIGH AND KNEE DEEP has officially been released! I’m so thrilled….and so proud of the 40+ women who participated in this venture. It was a book I have envisioned for many years and features both known and unknown writers, many of whom declared, “I can’t...
SPRING HAS SPRUNG…….but the RAIN comes down and it’s a BLESSING for the WEST……
So much of the country is impatiently waiting for spring to come and to stay -- while we, farmers and ranchers in the West, are anxious to see a few more days of RAIN....even snow! And today, looking out my window, I'm feeling hopeful -- smiling broadly -- that a soft...
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Great stories of hardship, adventure and Love. Each story had their special touch in the story telling. Enjoyed all stories,each author up to their expectations.
