The Alamo is known world-wide, and certainly the most visited historical site in Texas is the shrine itself. But it might come as a surprise to some as who the caretaker might be. If you guessed a lawyer from Liberty, Texas, you would be right. Of course, that was in March 1836 and his name […]

“Do you remember when?” We are often asked this question when we begin to reminisce. When we think of days gone by, we sometimes wonder what our loved ones and friends remember about the times that they spent with us. Were the memories good ones or ones that they’d just as soon forget? I can […]

As I type away, before me sit multiple copies of Seadrift Success, the first publication to be distributed in the City of Seadrift, Texas. This find is very unique and, let me tell you, the time I spent searching for this particular newspaper has proven to be well worth it. I first learned about the […]

Oh, to be able to walk into the garden and pluck a fresh ripe tomato right off the vine! A lot of times, especially with the cherry varieties, those tomatoes never make it to the kitchen sink and the waiting large clear glass bowl on the counter. Instead, I’ll just wipe ‘em off on my […]

Seeing the activity surrounding the pink building on the highway, I did a little investigation and discovered that The Treasure Chest, a gift shop formerly located on 14th and Van Buren, was in the process of moving. And so I called and spoke with Joanie Morgan, one of the owners, and set a date to […]