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They Could Eat You Before Anyone Ever Knew
Father’s Day? Dad taught me to fish. Mom fried the fish. Both bought me the pole. I caught the fish. Both of my books are
May 27, 2026
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Six Apples, Three Cucumbers, and Beans
Somewhat shy, perhaps a little frightened, a dozen children huddled with their teacher at the back of a full sanctuary. They had just returned from
May 8, 2026
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How To Review My Books
Many of you have commented how much you love my book, Campfire in the Basement. Thank you so much. I enjoy and appreciate all of
July 31, 2024
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A STORY WORTH TELLING
Recently retired, I spent almost 40 years teaching and preaching as a parish pastor. Several years ago (1997,) one of my parishioners asked me to
November 9, 2023
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Jay Cooke State Park Book News
Campfire in the Basement: Reflections from a North Woods Lake has now found a new homein the Gift Shop at Jay Cooke State Park, Carlton,
September 5, 2023
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Campfire Blazing!
Amazing. Over 150 people signed the guest book at my Campfire in the Basement: Reflections from a North Woods Lake Book Launch event on April
May 25, 2023
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ON THE ROAD AGAIN
On the road again. Growing up 35 miles northwest of Duluth, 5 miles out of our tiny township seat, Alborn, I am accustomed to having
May 19, 2023
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Could be a pretty big deal?
The posters are in. The bookmarks are here. We have over 400 books left for sale. And, Sunday, April 23, 2:00-4:00 p.m., we are hosting
April 20, 2023
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