Fresh Eyes Column by Caroline Downs
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The goose is cooked, week 2 . . .
I’m continuing my mild protest against the forced decision to change GooseFest’s Wild Game Feed to this year’s BBQ Pork Feed in the name of food safety regulations. I just don’t believe an entree of steaming and tasty pork will generate quite the same conversation as roasters filled with savory bear, garlic-laced goose or barbecued elk.
Posted 10/17/12 (Wed) read more »
The goose is cooked . . .
By now, you’ve probably heard the news: NO Wild Game Feed during Wednesday night, October 24th, of GooseFest any longer.
Posted 10/17/12 (Wed) read more »
George's Grove . . .
Sometimes things happen the way they’re supposed to happen, even if it’s not the way you want.
Posted 7/24/12 (Tue) read more »
Nothing like a tree for company . . .
Most children of the prairie appreciate a good tree or two.
Posted 5/29/12 (Tue) read more »
Through the first 50 . . .
It’s kind of nice to hear someone say you made their dream come true.
Posted 11/29/11 (Tue) read more »
Stories and libraries . . .
Note: The first half of this column was written as an artist’s statement I needed to include with a grant application, while the second part expounds on my convictions about the role of libraries for children. At times, it’s a good idea to make a point about something that matters.
Posted 1/26/10 (Tue) read more »
The story IS the treasure . . .
Indulge me this week, even if you’re not a fan of turquoise jewelry. This story demands to be shared.
Posted 1/19/10 (Tue) read more »
