Echoes From the Campfire

He’s still a tenderfoot and he’ll be one even if he stays out here the rest of his life.”                    –John Benteen  (Fargo)        “And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire.”         …

The Saga of Miles Forrest

He might live a thousand years twice over but not find contentment.  And since he must die like everyone else–well, what’s the use?”  –Ecclesiastes 6:6 (NLT) * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *      “Is he goin’ to make it?” I inquired of Doc Jones, who…

Echoes From the Campfire

I love the quiet of riding in the dark and the peace of stars twinkling overhead.”                     –Ron Schwab  (Beware a Pale Horse)        “I am leaving you with a gift–peace of mind and heart.  And the peace I give isn’t like the peace…

Coffee Percs

He turned away to get an enamel cup and the coffee pot off the stove in the corner. He poured the cup full, sat the steaming black brew in front of the man, and stepped back. ‘That’ll be a nickel.’”                      –B.N. Rundell  (Wagon Wheel Gap)…