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Twenty years of reading, watching, writing, and asking questions. Explore my latest essays, book and movie reviews, and dispatches from the world of The Chronicles of Purgatory Station.
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Branson Scenic Railway: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 11)
While in Branson during our spring break, we thought it might be fun to take a train ride on the Branson Scenic Railway. After…
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Dolly Parton’s Stampede: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 10)
If you’re going to Branson, you have to take part in Dolly Parton’s Stampede, right? Believe it or not, my wife and I actually…
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In Honor Of the Greatest Educator I Know
As Teacher Appreciation Week draws to a close, I wanted to take a moment and recognize the greatest educator I know. Her name is…
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Last Chance To Thank Your Child’s Teacher
If you’ll indulge me … My wife is the absolute best. She goes so far above and beyond in thanking our children’s teachers during…
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The Haunting Of Hill House by Shirley Jackson – A Book Review
I picked up this thin book after enjoying the Netflix series. As I’m prone to do, I wanted to experience the source material. For…
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Avengers: Endgame – A Spoiler-Free Movie Review
I solemnly vow not to spoil any plot points or revelations for you in this movie review. I will only say this: it was…
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Silver Dollar City: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 9)
A trip to Branson could never be complete without visiting Silver Dollar City! Frankly, I didn’t really care that much if we made it…
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Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 8)
Hamners’ Unbelievable Variety came highly recommended by the online community, so we figured we’d give it a shot. After all, it sounded perfect for…
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Mel’s Hard Luck Diner: Branson, Baby! – Our 2019 Spring Break (Part 7)
We needed another meal idea while in Branson, so I yet again ran to Google to search the best reviewed restaurants in the area.…
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