Wild West duels, Blackfoot Tipis, and Cowboy Bean Soup

December '23Howdy pard,You’re just in time! Here I am on a cold evening with a big pot of cowboy bean soup, a bottle of redeye, and no one to share it with… Help yourself – you’re more than welcome.With Christmas just around the corner, I feel a bit...

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Dec 21, 2023
Cowponies, Cheyenne Dog Soldiers and Cowboy Corn Ribs

September '23 Howdy pard,Come inside and take a load off – it’s great to see you again. I kept a spot at the bar for you – the beer ain’t much but the whiskey will put a twinkle in your eye. First one’s on me! I’ve been busy – I found a pile of...

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Sep 21, 2023
Boot Hill, carpetbaggers and cowboy cabbage

August, '23Howdy pard, I've always got time for a friend -- settle yourself there and grab a glass of something cold. Never mind what might be happening elsewhere in town, you’ll always get a warm welcome here!Guess what – I’ve got two fantastic...

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Aug 24, 2023
Foxfire, Deadwood, and John Wayne’s corn dodgers

July, 23 Howdy pard, Come on in, make yourself comfortable. It’s hot out there, and you look like you could use a tall glass of something cold.First up I’d like to welcome back a number of you who haven’t been receiving this newsletter for...

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Jul 20, 2023
Calamity Jane, Will Rogers, and cowboy pork and beans

June, '23Howdy pard, Come on in, sit yourself down. I can see you’re busy – but take a moment to breathe. The rest of the day can take care of itself. I’ve got the coffee boilin’ and the bacon sizzlin’ – that plate there is yours.Before I s...

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Jun 22, 2023