Pam Crooks's Blog, page 91
November 13, 2023
Thanksgiving and the American Indian Plus a Giveaway
Howdy! Welcome, welcome to another terrific Tuesday. Autumn, how I love it — the crisp air, scented delicately with falling leaves and the smoke from wood stoves; Cinnamon and fresh apple cider, pumpkin pie, turkey and cranberry sauce, apple pie, the last of the corn on the cob… And what about the “feels” of autumn? ... Read more
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Pecans – Fun Facts & Trivia
Hello everyone, Winnie Griggs here. November is pecan season here in NW Louisiana. There are quite a few pecan trees in hubby’s pastures and even one in my own backyard and they’ve all been carpeting the ground with their fruit the past few weeks. And since I’ve got pecans on my mind lately I thought ... Read more
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November 12, 2023
Laura Ashwood Has a Winner!
Oh my goodness, what fun we had, Miss Laura! Each treasured gift was very precious and meaningful. Now for the drawing! One person will get a signed paperback copy of A Groom For Ruby! And that lucky commenter is……… DENISE Yippee! We’re so happy for you, Denise! Now, watch for Miss Laura’s email.
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November 9, 2023
Whittled, Woven, and Wrapped in Western Love
The Fillies welcome Laura Ashwood and her fun post about handmade Christmas gifts in time’s past. Don’t miss her giveaway further down. Whittled, Woven, and Wrapped in Western Love Can you feel it? That crispness in the air that whispers of winter and the festive times just around the corner. It’s got me all wrapped ... Read more
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Handy Features Explained! by Pam Crooks
1. What is the purpose of the little hole in padlocks? It allows water to drain if the padlock is left outside or whatever. Also, if you’re afraid the padlock will jam up, just pour a little oil in that hole so it won’t! 2. Why are headrests detachable? This was the only one my ... Read more
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November 8, 2023
Bet You Didn’t Know This! (Or Did You?) by Pam Crooks
I’d like to think I’m an observant person, but after preparing for this blog, I’m more clueless than I ever realized. Some things I see, I just don’t question. Things that are just THERE, and they go over my head in importance. Here’s a few: The little hole in the side of a pen. Most ... Read more
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Laura Ashwood Returns to Visit!
Oh my goodness! We’re excited to have Miss Laura Ashwood on Friday, November 10, 2023! Did you ever wonder what early settlers did for Christmas gifts? Miss Laura is going to tell us all that and more. And she’s bringing a giveaway! Yee-Haw! So saddle up and come over on Friday to help us welcome ... Read more
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Will Rogers Medallion
Last month, I was honored to be invited to Fort Worth, Texas as a finalist for the Will Rogers Medallion. This contest, named for the famed cowboy, humorist, actor, and author honors western writing in all formats – fiction, non-fiction, short stories, articles, even cookbooks. One of the things that attracted to me about this ... Read more
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November 7, 2023
A Cowboy with a Different Kind of Ride
Good Morning (or whenever you choose to read this), When we think of cowboys, we certainly have a prototype in mind, a clear picture of what a cowboy is. I would bet that cowboy is not in a wheelchair for most of you. Well, in the book I’m releasing the end of next week, the ... Read more
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November 5, 2023
It’s Yee-Haw Day!
Welcome to Yee-Haw Day, the once-a-month day we’ve reserved to share our news with you – all sorts of fun news! So check out the post below to get the details on the kinds of things that make us go Yee-Haw!! Linda Broday Courting Miss Emma will release tomorrow!! Book 2 Hangman’s Daughters series “One ... Read more
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