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Chapter Three: 322 Walnut Street

The space was a bit funky, and there were rumors of it being haunted, but what could go wrong being only a half block away from the heart of downtown? Yes, it was the setting of the most notorious murder in Fort Collins history, resulting in an equally notorious lynching at the courthouse. Then there … Continue reading →

WE OPEN A BOOKSTORE

It’s the summer of 1983. I can’t find work in Fort Collins. I can’t find work in day care, even though I had established a group day care home in Michigan that was recognized for excellence. No one will hire me as a beekeeper despite my experience and completing a two year commercial beekeeping program … Continue reading →

NEED A LAUGH?

We all do. Everyone has a favorite cartoonist, or a writer of humor that can bring out that chuckle. It is impossible for me to look at a Gary Larson book without cracking up. He is particularly funny if you have knowledge of wildlife, domestic animals, science, and biology. We have 10 classic Larson 1980s … Continue reading →

A RARE FIND

It is not every day you find a true first edition of The Stand. Two buyers are already lined up. If they turn it down I will let you know.

Medicinal Plants of the Mountain West Thinning out my personal book collection has become necessary. I tried a monumental purge once…and failed. Weeded out six boxes and then couldn’t part with them all and took one box back home. My new strategy is to take small steps: one book every day. It seems insignificant, yet … Continue reading →