On the Medicine Bow Museum

There are many things to love about this tiny little Western town. When you roll up on the town, cruise control set at 70, the first sign of civilization is the 30 miles per hour speed limit sign. As you rapidly decelerate ad wake from the stupor of the long, empty drive, JB’s comes up […]

Fun and Easy DIY Christmas Decorations

Are you looking for fun and easy DIY Christmas decorations? If you’re an amateur crafter like me, but love the idea of making your own crafts, you’re probably going to need some guidance, and luckily the internet has some. I’ve taken the liberty of combing the internet for some fun and simple crafts that don’t […]

The Bucket

What are your three favorite things to do?Put them in the bucket.You don’t get them back. What are the three most essential skills in life?Put them in the bucket.You don’t get them back. Who are the three people you love most?Put them in the bucket.They don’t get you back. What are three cool things you […]

Book Review: Death Rides a Chestnut Mare

Revenge is a powerful thing, something that can take over the world and bleed out around you if you’re not careful…and that’s just what happens when Daniel Strange is killed in Indian Territory. Death Rides a Chestnut Mare by Ralph Compton is the first in a Western series about Daniel Strange, a gunsmith who was […]

Story Guides: How to Name a City

Dover twitched as the pen scratched across the paper yet again. ScritchScritchScritchScritchScritch! A few words made their way onto the page, then ScritchScritchScritch. “Would you cut it out, it’s like nails on chalkboard!” Standing from his chair Dover retreated to the kitchen to escape from the repeated noise. Lisa grumbled at his departure, jotting down […]

Writing Prompt #4

The sound of wood hitting wood drifted to Amma’s ears. The basket she carried creaked as the weigh shifted, just retaining its balance atop her head. Curiosity flared, despite warning bells ringing in her head. If you write a story from this prompt or would like to submit a writing prompt or idea for us […]

Science Activities to do with your Kids

Are you a homeschooling parent or just looking for ways to get involved in your children’s education? If you want to help teach your kids about the world, there are many things you can do to help them learn by doing. We’re compiling a list of science activities to do with your kids, no matter […]