Pam Crooks's Blog, page 205
May 20, 2021
A 2021 Apothecary Closet and Giveaway
Malory Ford (Malory is giving away a set of all three books in the Legacy Series to one lucky winner.) Every year around this time, my husband jokes that it’s time for the apothecary closet to make its appearance. It’s true, I was probably born in the wrong century. I grew up in rural Alabama, ... Read more
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May 19, 2021
A BEAUTIFUL REMEMBRANCE–100 YEARS LATER by Cheryl Pierson
Have you ever noticed how obituaries of yesteryear seem to always “say more” than many of the current ones do? (I don’t know—maybe it’s just me—I’m an obituary reader! Even those of people I don’t know.) I think one reason for this is, of course, now, everything is shortened and abbreviated to the point that ... Read more
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Malory Ford Will Visit!
Miss Malory Ford will pay us a visit on Friday, May 21, 2021! We’re so excited to have her. She’s going to be talking about growing herbs and things. She’ll also bring a complete set of her Legacy series to give away. Yee-Haw! All you have to do is show up and leave a comment ... Read more
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Congrats to Shanna’s Winner
Congratulations to Sharon Sparks! She is today’s winner! And a big thank you to all who shared their favorite summer treats (yum!) as well as so many lovely memories!
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May 18, 2021
Strawberry Shortcake
Growing up, we always had an abundance of strawberries during the summer months. My mom made strawberry shortcake at least once a week. Now, I know everyone has their own take on what “shortcake” should mean. Some people like to use biscuits. Others a sponge cake. Some might go for angel food cake. For me, ... Read more
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May 17, 2021
Where Did Those Old Phrases Originate?
If you’ve ever read any of my books, you know I use a lot of common phrases. Some I grew up with, having heard my parents or other relatives say so I tend to use them because they’re as natural as breathing. I think they add a lot of flavor to my stories. I sure ... Read more
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May 16, 2021
Life without Cows
My Cowboy retired. He did it a year ago, January 1st, 2020. A year that will live in infamy. We have BIG PLANS. Travel. See the kids. Oh, who knows what all. And then Covid And he sat and he sat all that long, long cold year. Looking at cattle that weren’t his, oh dear. ... Read more
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Caryl McAdoo Has a Winner!
Thank you for visiting, Miss Caryl! We had a great time with you. Now for the random drawing……. And the Winner is………… JOYE I. Yippee! Huge congrats, Joye! Watch for Miss Caryl’s email and check your Spam if you don’t see it. For all things western, keep your eyes on Petticoats and Pistols!
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May 13, 2021
OREGON FEVER / The Great Migration of 1843 & Giveaway
Oregon fever had gripped the county for years. Lewis and Clark accounts started it then others fueled the flames with claims of fertile soil and a temperate climate. Books were written and Congressmen and Senators proposed legislation offering free land in Oregon that finally passed in 1850. But a fly called The Rockies flew into ... Read more
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Winnie’s Winner
A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to tell me about their train adventures on Monday. The winners of their chaice of any of my backlist books are: February Jones Linda Klager Congratulations to both of you. Just check out my list of books (https://www.winniegriggs.com/booklist... ), then contact me via my website with ... Read more
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