Heritage Chickens by Joshua Heston I was reading a blog about a rural Arkansas road trip and discovered my chickens. They weren’t actually my chickens. They would not, for example, recognize me if we were to meet. But they looked just like my chickens. It was a little surprising. You see, I have some heritage…
Castle Ghosts: Pythian Castle by Joshua Heston with Stephen Meek There was a knock on the heavy oak door, a door sheltered beneath massive Carthage limestone. “So, have you met the ghosts?” The question came from a covey of OACAC non-profit agency employees, former daytime residents of the Pythian Castle — a monolithic structure of…
Weddings at the Homestead Design the wedding of your dreams amid rolling hills, grassy meadows, creek-side valley and authentic 1848 timber-framed barn! Envision your barn wedding, outdoor or tented affair, reception or intimate gathering! Dance under the stars. Schedule a tour. We’re excited to share your special day. The Michel family homesteaded these 97 acres…
Mary Evelyn Studio Art My name is Mary Evelyn and I’ve been creating art since a very young age. My grandmother and father were both painters and have been my inspiration and encouragement. My passion is painting, drawing, sculpting and designing. I create custom artwork for those wanting an individualized expression of their inner imagination.…
Downing Apparel “I want to serve Hollister, Missouri and provide a different shopping experience with elevated vintage clothing and fully curated vintage items for both women and men! My background includes 10 years in fashion and I also offer personal shopping.” “For me, vintage is elevated ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s.” Give her your budget…
Chuck Wagon Lemonade “The BEST lemonade I have ever had in my life! They have lots of flavors. My favorite was the Mixed Berry Fresh-Squeezed Lemonade with fresh blackberries, raspberries and blueberries.” — Chad McDole “I want the Wild Berry Lemonade all the time. It’s so good!” — Rachel Bush “Delicious raspberry limeade! You don’t…
Bois D’Arc Memories by Joshua Ong In the distance, I could hear the pounding of a drum and the hoots and hollers of people in the night. As I drew closer, I could see people dressed in animal skins dancing around a fire. Behind them stood a teepee. Occasionally the sparks from the fire would…
The Legend of Bread Tray Mountain RETOLD BY JOSHUA HESTON In the midst of the 15th century — 70 years before Englishmen stepped into the swamp that was to become Jamestown — Spanish conquistadors journeyed into the Ozarks. They were looking for treasure. It is said they found a special mountain overlooking the White River.…
All Through The Night BARD Y BRENNIN FIRST VERSE: Sleep my child and peace attend thee, All through the night. Guardian angels God will send thee, All through the night. Soft the drowsy hours are creeping, Hill and vale in slumber sleeping, I my loving vigil keeping, All through the night. SECOND VERSE: While the…
A Christmas Need by Dale Grubaugh A Fraser fir is standing in my living room. Decorations have been found. Cookies are baking in the oven. Popcorn is popped; the cranberries and string are gathered for old-fashioned garland. Presents are being wrapped. Hot chocolate is simmering on the stove. The house fills with the sounds —…