Raygun writes more than quippy sayings for shirts; they also write books. As a proud Iowa native, I love when someone else brags about how great the Midwest is. Raygun does just that in The Midwest: God's Gift to Planet Earth. No exaggeration. We may only be 67 million strong, but that's enough people to earn a reputation as a region home to the attractive and nice. Don't take my word for it, take Raygun's!
Tag: Midwest
Derecho: Iowa’s $4 Billion Storm No One Talks About
On Monday, August 10, 2020 a storm swept across the Midwest causing $4 billion in damages that will have economic effects felt around the world. Hundreds of thousands of people were affected, but national media hardly said a word. Iowans have been left behind to pick up, rebuild, find a way through, and wonder why the world didn't care.
11… Things I’m Going to Do in 2020 for the Blog
11... Things I'm Going to Do in 2020 for the Blog
They're not goals. Just reminders for the days I sit down to write and forget what everything I've ever thought of.
11… Of My Home For A Midwestern Holidays Activities
11... Of My Home For A Midwestern Holidays Activities
I did a whole bunch of things over the winter holidays. Some great, some sad, some boring.
American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá
November is National Native American Heritage Month. I read American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá, and it is heartbreaking and beautiful. I have many things to say about this one.
Jim’s Apple Farm; Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store
I love candy. I don’t it eat the way I used to, but I love candy. It triggers the happiness centers in my soul. Jim's Apple Farm is definitely a slice of heaven on earth for me.