my personal biography of early childhood difficulties, orphanage life, school, Marine Corp Korea deployment, US Air Force enlistment, Civil Service career, Health related retirement, Contractor performance in support of Space shuttle and Aero space engineering.Hobbies of Country music entertaining, Gold mining, rodeo and horseback activities shared with a loving family and wonderful wife, Fran of 56 years
Enjoy a kick back into the early west during lunch break or that commute to and from work. A Collection of Western short story fiction featuring Real Life characters from the 1850-1880 era. All tales involve people involved in unique circumstances common to that time period.Fast moving with humor, human interest and action violence only as necessary. Look for a very satisfying or surprise ending in all of my stories. Today's media is too full of bad news and trouble the world over. End your day with a smile!
Five unique short fiction stories of adventures in the old west. Break from today's politics and move back a hundred years during a commute or lunch. Experience a life threatening gunfight at sundown twisting in a surprising conclusion. Jim Kern turned away from Curley, then spun around saying, " Missed your chance Curley; you coulda shot me in the back!" Army Scout Jay Morris, woke up with a gun in his face hearing a screaming woman say, " You're not the man I married! Who the hell are you ?" the beginning of trouble? Then Jake's "Will you marry me?" Answer, "Of all the idiotic and lame brained people I've ever met Mister you are the worst. You don't just roll off a rock pile and propose to some girl you've never met!" And the stage hold up, " Damnit! You hard of hearin? I said, I need a woman! One of them girls in there." The Jakala story, Jeanie screamed, " Oh God! Joe look here!" and with shaking hands, a one ounce gold Ferdinand. All enjoyable reads even for me the author.
Tales of Gun fighters, murder, Indian conflicts, gold mining mystery, suspense, horse racing, wild horse capture, hanging, hidden romance, marriage and the amazing Pony Express. For the commuter in today's hectic work place an interesting action filled experience during that one hour or better ride to work, and as a substitute for that evening of canned commercial TV. Bring your imagination and hard core American Heritage as you stand shoulder to shoulder with these heroic men and women defining Western Justice. Riding with a young daring Rider of the Pony Express as he blazes his way through Indian ambush and"Hold Your Breath" as the young girl Anita, picked up a rifle and carefully squeezed off a shot, mercifully; ending the horrible suffering of Arturo! To be a part of this literary experience " You Better Come Shootin!!
A new collection of Western Fiction which includes five first print stories; Join a young boy shooting Raiders from his Mother's grave and as an orphan dealing with other killers; a young girl left orphan when her Father is murdered and joined by a gun fighting ex convict Uncle to aid her in dealing with the killers and locate Moses's gold.-Follow gun fighting cow hand Shorty as he brings help to a struggling Lady Ranch owner to stop thieves with a killing threat -" I'm the little man that'll headline the El Paso newspaper as the man that shot and killed three thieves on the Moon Light Ranch, this morning.-Wagon Train youth, Cody losing their wagon horses to Indians, then standing tall to fill the shoes of his dead father as he and his Mother travel west on the Santa Fe Trail-Bundy was hardly cold in his grave, when his body was stolen in the belief that he was tattooed with a map to a gold mine; leaving an Empty Grave.
A wild mustang survivor of capture and slaughter, tamed by the love of a six year old crippled girl, enters a life of thrilling adventure shared by the love of his best friend.This odd colored Mustang changes the lives of all that come into his life. "Did God really spare ol'mustang Blue so he could show us dumb humans some of his greatest handiwork?
Commuter length Short stories of gunfighting, Indian conflict, unusual bravery, unusual friendships, treasure mystery and murder vengence. Wild horse capture and training based on authentic early frontier practices.The characters, conflicts, and locations are period oriented to simulate, in fiction, actual historic events.The melting pot of civilizations that came together in early Arizona and Nevada territories brought together odd combinations of friendships and marriages often resulting from tragic beginnings .These tales are also an effort to illustrate the humor and human attraction that frequently developed between men and women when they were engaged in life threatening conflic
A collection of fictionalized true to life adventures as seen in Arizona Territory in the 1850 to 1880 era where Indian warfare and pillaging Raiders were common.These tales all involve realistic events that have been written in a manner to provide an enjoyable short story for the commuter or an interesting lunch break. Violence, during this period in American history was common place and has been included as necessary to provide realism.Authentic practices for training horses and gunmanship techniques are included in some stories. It's my desire to provide the reader with an interesting and satisfying story that is both entertaining and educational. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
An autobiographical account that deal's with the fun side of Gold Mining starring the character's, the wild stories, the drama, the humor, the rewards and the failures. I've put it all in song and verse of country music for the enjoyment of all who participate in gold mining or dream of the opportunity to do a little panning somewhere down the road. Come along for the laugh's! There may not be any gold! Sometimes, if it comes from a gold miner it's probably all 24 carat anyway !----- Fun, that is!!! Beware of the sworn "On My Mother's Grave"truth, the half truth and the downright lie because it is all typical of a gold camp! I don't think some of these Gold Miners had a Mother! If you long to be a Real Gold Miner then read this whole account slow, very carefully, and pay real close attention because: --- There may be a "Little" truth in it!!! How much gold mining equipment can a man have before his wife throws him out? Well, I don't know for sure; but I'm afraid that I'm getting close to finding out!,
An interesting collection of fictional Western tales that include gunfighting, treasure hunts, humorous character relationships involving adventures in indian legend and customs, some adult violence . puzzeling mysteries and solutions.Each story designed for the commute reader approximately a one to one and a half hour read of unusual interest and characterization. Time period involves mid to late 1800's in the New Mexico and Arizona territories written around Indian conflicts and outlaw activities common to that period. Success of any endeavor on this early Frontier frequently meant " A Little More Shootin To Do!
Western fighting action, Bush Murder. wild horse capture, Western humor. gun fighting, wounding, Stage coach robbery, Hand dug burial, train robbery, children rescue, evading capture, One arm gun fighter, four inches of black powder explosion, strong smelling sheep dog, suspense and mystery. An enjoyable group of western fiction, that encompasses the variety of incidents and activities described. This work designed to bring short story pleasure and satisfaction to the Commuter and lunch hour reader. Five individual fictional adventures into the frontier life of early Arizona Territory
Two disabled Korean Vets discover love, companionship and team up to make a life in Rodeo barrel racing. Romance, humor, excitement, suspense, heartbreaking loss and thrilling climax all form a part of this wonderful adventure. This is a story you'll want to enjoy many times over and make a favorite part of your library.
Western Short Fiction Stories of Action and Adventure, Mystery and Intrigue, Discovery of Lost Treasure, Gunfighting, Indian Attacks, Join Sheriff Gray in finding Apachw Squaw Gold "Three long seconds and three men down! Gun smoke was all that was left!" Trying desperately to pull the ejector with his teeth to open the cylinder and reload; he knew he'd never make it!Words from the Outlaw, "Goodbye Sheriff, see you in Hell!" Saddle up with Henry as he herds two thousand turkeys over the high Sierra's for a big payday in Carson City! Ride with Ol'Squaw in a fancy Landau Coach as she keep's an Eye out for ---Indians
A very refreshing story of love and friendship in the Rodeo world. A tale of compassion and love for a crippled bucking horse and the events surrounding his destined Slaughter House appointment. The rekindling of an old romance. A hard luck aging cowboy and the bitter future ahead for a Champion Barrel Racing, but pregnant Cowgirl. These events taking place with a realistic inside look at Professional Rodeo and the horses they use. A heart warming, and satisfying adventure for all horse lovers.
a compilation of jokes and funny stories put in poetry. no vulgarity or offensive language. this book suitable for anyone. A hilarious collection of laughs time and audience tested during entertainment gigs. Many good laughs to begin or end your day.. if fun stories and laughter is not your thing, it will be after reading this. Do yourself a favor and give yourself a good laugh. I did;while putting it all together. Have a great day Laughin Out Loud!
He's closing fast, a length, a neck, a head Bang! He won! In a photo! There's nothing likeit! Join with me the feel of winning a horse race You root, yell, scream and jump as your horse moves to the front and what a feeling of joy. You helped him every step of the way. A thrill a minute at the race track combined with a love story between two unlikely people that share the common bond of love for race horses. An honest young woman hires a crooked low class trainer to train her One Eyed race horse. It's a 100 to1 bet that it won't work out, but someone else was pulling the strings. Join this ol'Peanut Butter horse trainer as he takes the young ladies Horse farm to the pinnacle of success using skills training cheap horses for lower class Races while competing with the best and crookest of trainers. Share with me the disappointment and super joy that everyone associated with race horses experiences. Place your Bets, but not the Farm! And hope your horse comes outta the gate. One of mine didn't
Hello There! I'm Zippa, Dachshund, Doxy, Dash hound, Wiener dog. Half a dog high and two dogs long, That's me! Call me what you like, I'll love you anyway. This is my story as told to Grand Pa. Half the joy in life is loving someone and the other half is having fun. I've got bunches of both. Gimme a chance to tell you of my adventures in trying to live with human companions that cain't get it through their thick heads that I know what's better for me than they do. I love'em and they try their best to keep me happy. Herein I try to give you a picture of the problems I've had in trying to train two greenhorns to the point they have finally come around to doing things my way. Of course there have been a few mistakes that could possibly have been due to a small judgment error on my part. Please understand I bare full responsibility for my success's and am generously willing to compromise with Grand Ma and Grand Pa on my failures. Humorous and heart warming is the life of a Doxy so, join me as I introduce you to a Wiener hound dog's life.
A unique collection of unusual incidents including Western humor, mystery and suspense. Realistic western adventure and human interest. A definite collection of non standard stories fast moving and entertaining involving unusual mystery solutions and tales set in the Arizona Territory of 1850 to 1880 era.A fun read for todays hectic life style that takes one back to a simple and much slower pace.Bring a smile and a laugh. You'll need both!
Western fighting action, Bush Murder. wild horse capture, Western humor. gun fighting, wounding, Stage coach robbery, Hand dug burial, train robbery, children rescue, evading capture, One arm gun fighter, four inches of black powder explosion, strong smelling sheep dog, suspense and mystery. An enjoyable group of western fiction, that encompasses the variety of incidents and activities described. This work designed to bring short story pleasure and satisfaction to the Commuter and lunch hour reader. Five individual fictional adventures into the frontier life of early Arizona Territory
A very refreshing story of love and friendship in the Rodeo world. A tale of compassion and love for a crippled bucking horse and the events surrounding his destined Slaughter House appointment. The rekindling of an old romance. A hard luck aging cowboy and the bitter future ahead for a Champion Barrel Racing, but pregnant Cowgirl. These events taking place with a realistic inside look at Professional Rodeo and the horses they use. A heart warming, and satisfying adventure for all horse lovers.
a compilation of jokes and funny stories put in poetry. no vulgarity or offensive language. this book suitable for anyone. A hilarious collection of laughs time and audience tested during entertainment gigs. Many good laughs to begin or end your day.. if fun stories and laughter is not your thing, it will be after reading this. Do yourself a favor and give yourself a good laugh. I did;while putting it all together. Have a great day Laughin Out Loud!
An autobiographical account that deal's with the fun side of Gold Mining starring the character's, the wild stories, the drama, the humor, the rewards and the failures. I've put it all in song and verse of country music for the enjoyment of all who participate in gold mining or dream of the opportunity to do a little panning somewhere down the road. Come along for the laugh's! There may not be any gold! Sometimes, if it comes from a gold miner it's probably all 24 carat anyway !----- Fun, that is!!! Beware of the sworn "On My Mother's Grave"truth, the half truth and the downright lie because it is all typical of a gold camp! I don't think some of these Gold Miners had a Mother! If you long to be a Real Gold Miner then read this whole account slow, very carefully, and pay real close attention because: --- There may be a "Little" truth in it!!! How much gold mining equipment can a man have before his wife throws him out? Well, I don't know for sure; but I'm afraid that I'm getting close to finding out!,
From Chuck Noll's Steelers to the Peyton Manning-era Colts through Tom Brady and the Buccaneers, legendary NFL coach Tom Moore recalls his nearly 50-year role in the evolution of football and the keys to player-centric coaching. Tom Moore is not only the oldest NFL coach ever, but he is also hailed as the greatest NFL assistant coach of all-time--though he humbly cites the talent and hard work of his players as the keys to his success. In six different decades, he has served as a guru to the likes of Tom Brady, Peyton Manning, Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, Barry Sanders, Marshall Faulk, Edgerrin James, Lynn Swann, John Stallworth, Mike Webster, Randall McDaniel, Cris Carter, Marvin Harrison, and more. In The Players' Coach, Moore recounts the most exceptional players-first coaching career in the history of the game, talks football with his proteges and underdog athletes alike, and lays out the principles that helped him define the modern gridiron. In an era of "systems," "analytics," and "Xs and Os," Moore maintains a refreshing focus on the "Jimmys and Joes"--and the results speak for themselves: twenty-five postseason appearances, fifteen division titles, and four Super Bowl victories in an ongoing career that has included the Steelers, Vikings, Lions, Saints, Colts, Jets, Titans, Cardinals, and Buccaneers. With an inspirational life story, timeless coaching tips, and a hard-earned leadership philosophy, The Players' Coach is destined to be a football classic.
Throughout his 13-year professional and collegiate career, Braylon Edwards has heard all the talk—that he's only out for himself, only about the money; he's a bust, a bad guy, a troublemaker, a typical wide receiver who doesn't get it. He's also heard the cheering fans singing "The Victors" after victories in the Big House and cherished the smiles he saw in the crowd. Now, for the first time, the misunderstood receiver, who so often got in trouble for speaking the truth, is telling his own personal history—through the ups of athletic honors, success, and fame and the downs of injury, addiction, and arrests—in his own words. The son of start Michigan player and NFL running back Stan Edwards, Braylon emerged from the shadows of his father, with who, he has a complicated relationship, to create his own All-American legacy at Michigan—but no without clashes with his eventual mentor, head coach Lloyd Carr. Braylon takes readers inside his decorated four-year career at Michigan, the intense rivalry games against Ohio State and Michigan State, and the back-to-back Rose Bowls. Drafted third overall by a struggling Browns franchise, he endured a turbulent time in Cleveland, which included a misreported fight at a club with a member of LeBron James inner circle. Braylon resuscitated his career in The Big Apple, belting out Frank Sinatra tunes while reaching to AFC Championships Games with the New York Jets before playing under Jim Harbaugh with the San Francisco 49ers, catching passes from Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, and delving into a broadcasting career. In this frank, unflinching autobiography, Braylon shares how football helped him find his place and gave him a voice. He lays bare all the bumps, bruises, and unexpected turns along the way.
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