Tag: illinois

I recently released the 15th anniversary edition of the one that started it all, Souls Triumphant. I initially came up with the idea for Souls Triumphant while attending Illinois State University in Normal, IL. Then, when I neared graduation, I took an amazing creative writing class and really started fleshing out the plot in the…

Looking For a Barber In Bloomington, Illinois? Try Bold & Barber

May 31, 2019

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If you’re looking for a barber in the Bloomington-Normal area, I’d like to recommend Bold & Barber. This new establishment is owned and operated by Mike Epley, a lifelong resident of the community. Mike has cut my hair for many years while he worked at Shorty’s Barbershop in Uptown Normal. He recently struck out on…

The Pergola Project: Our Experience With LKM Landscaping

May 25, 2019

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We worked with LKM several years ago on an outdoor lighting project that made us very happy, so when it came time to renovate our backyard patio, they were the only company we called. The primary reason we called LKM focused around two issues. Firstly, we have three trees that outgrew the brick circles LKM…

Come Support Minivan Morrissey (Or: This Van Will Be A-Rockin’!)

Feb 27, 2019

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I hope you’ll join me in coming out on Friday night, March 1st, in order to support Minivan Morrissey at Legends Sports Bar and Grill in Bloomington, Illinois. Minivan Morrissey is a local band comprised of a few good friends of mine. This trio has been playing together for quite a while under different names. …

My New Favorite Mexican Restaurant In Bloomington-Normal

Jan 15, 2019

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My wife and I have been searching for a new Mexican restaurant ever since Carlos O’Kelly’s closed its doors. Yes, that was five years ago. We’ve tried a few local establishments over time, but nothing really won us over. In the interim, we’ve made due with Mexican dishes at Chile’s, Applebee’s–you know, those kinds of…

Thanks To Dayna Schickedanz and Barnes and Noble

Oct 24, 2018

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I wanted to take a moment and thank Dayna Schickedanz and Barnes and Noble for the wonderful event they organized. I had a fantastic time, met several new people, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Dayna and the employees at Barnes and Noble were extremely accommodating and truly went above and beyond, especially in regards to promoting…

Top 10 Reasons You Should Come See Me At Barnes and Noble On Sunday, October 21st at 2:00 p.m.

Oct 18, 2018

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10. There’s a very good chance I’ll accidentally wear the same outfit I’ve worn to other events — be sure to point it out to me 9. Barnes and Noble has 50 copies of Andropia available, so there’s plenty for everyone 8. You will be entertained one way or the other — I have been…

Do You Like Vintage Arcade Games? Visit Arcadia In McLean, IL!

Aug 7, 2018

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If you like vintage arcade and pinball machine games, you have to visit Arcadia in McLean, IL. McLean is about 20 minutes south of Bloomington along Interstate 55. It’s a very small town, but this arcade makes it well worth the trip! Arcadia is nestled within an old building, but they’ve made it about as…

Meet Me At Graham Crackers Comics On February 18th

Feb 10, 2017

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