Go Blow Your Horn
Most of us city folks think that only male cows have horns, but some cattle breeds like the White Park, Danish Red, and the famous Texas Longhorn, can have horns in both…
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Yellow Rose of Texas
The famous Texas song is based on a legend from the days of the Texas War of Independence. Supposedly, a woman named Emily D. West was captured by Mexican forces during the…
Read MoreDriving Lessons
A naive person may think this bumper car ride is a fun day at the carnival, but it’s really the training grounds for Houston drivers. Students are taught the fine art of switching…
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Boots, Boots and More Boots
These children’s boots come in all sizes and colors at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Read MoreThe Bumblebee Bounce
It was a long day at the rodeo and I was about to leave. I never actually saw the rodeo, but opted for the vendor area, livestock show and carnival….
Read MoreThe Little Wooden Barrel
There is something magical about the fermenting process that changes a few simple ingredients into beer, wine or other spirits. There is also something cool about seeing a large storage…
Read MoreMore Brush Strokes
There is a small stretch of road on my way home from work that is unobstructed by power lines, buildings or other unsightly items that might deter from a sunset….
Read MoreQuan Âm Sculpture
Until very recently, I have been mostly unaware of the cultural differences in the way various people worship around the world. Mind you, I’m no expert, but recently I had…
Read MoreYellow Kayak
I’ve always liked the water, but have never lived close enough to a large body of water to enjoy water sports on a regular basis. About a year ago, my…
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