Monthly Archives: March 2011

Good Food, Good Fun

Posted on March 26, 2011 by admin

Just a couple days back, Danielle Simone, a writer from southeastern Colorado contacted me and asked if I’d consider doing a recipe sight for southeastern Colorado. Sure! Why not? So, SECO Recipes was born. Whether you know her or not, you might want to be aware that Danielle has a little bit of Italian heritage. Just enough to know that her American spirit is most decidedly steeped in Olive Oil. I’m almost certain there’s a bit of tomato and olive in there too, but definitely Olive Oil… On rare occasions, her Italian-style Mama-ism comes out in ways that don’t involve read more…

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Super 8 of Lamar, Colorado

Posted on March 21, 2011 by admin

Need a motel in Lamar, Colorado? The Super 8 Motel offers clean rooms, cozy atmosphere, excellent wireless, and affordable rates. Over a three day stay, I was invited to have breakfast in their front room, overlooking the highway, the Arkansas River Bridge and the community of Lamar. While other motels surrounding the area may be newer, or may even be more luxurious, I found my visit there to be quite pleasant. The people were amazing. I noticed good natured teasing from regulars to the night clerk, who stayed on the premises overnight. Although rumor has it the Super 8 Motel read more…

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Patrick Callahan: Human First – the Gift of Talents

Posted on March 15, 2011 by admin

In the Bible a story is told of the talents. PARAPHRASED: Three men are given talents and told to go out and make something of what they’re given. The first man, unwilling to risk losing any of his talents went away and buried his talents in the cave where no one would look or find them. The next man, presented his talents to serve himself and foolishly lost them. The third took up his talents and shared them wisely, and his talents were the benefit of many, the rewards were great. When the wise giver of talents returned, the foolish read more…

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Local Writer Announces New Release in ACE Writers Spotlight

Posted on March 12, 2011 by admin

When Gary Penley releases a new book southeastern Colorado takes notice. Local boy grew up on the prairie south of town and released his first book, Rivers of Wind, an attribute to his boyhood memories, about his life on the prairies of Southeastern Colorado. Followed closely by three more books, Penley has enjoyed a wealth of publication credits and benefits. Most recently, his book, Deep Venture: A Sailor’s Story of Cold War Submarines has been released and he announced that release to ACE Writers Spotlight. Please do click the link for more information about Penley or his book! Watch for read more…

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