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When all you want to do is slap the crap out of someone!

Posted on July 19, 2013 by storiesbygary

There’s just something about old cars and trucks. Summertime brings out the 1000’s of old 1930’s-70’s models that the owners have painstakingly brought back to life, and in many cases created even better than original. For the past few weeks … Continue reading →

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Tell God you tried something new???

Posted on July 12, 2013 by storiesbygary

This morning while at the local Vet’s with my new puppy, Oliver..a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, 18 months old, I had a great discussion with my vet Martin Bennett. We got into a conversation about getting so involved in things … Continue reading →

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It’s easy to sit on your ass and wait for a handout

Posted on June 26, 2013 by storiesbygary

It’s easy to sit on your ass and wait for a handout, or for some employer to discover you, or for your “Big Break” to fall in your lap. However, rarely does something like that happen, especially to me. My … Continue reading →

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When I die, I will come back as a puppy!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by storiesbygary

Father’s Day 2013 found me in one of my happy places, of which I have many. This year, it was on one of my favorite golf courses, in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. My wife who is a regular golf partner, long … Continue reading →

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Not asking you to support your local gunfighter!

Posted on June 18, 2013 by storiesbygary

With the arrival of great weather, something well appreciated here in Southern Oregon nearing the beginning of summer months, brings a slew of wine events to Oregon also. Not that I’m complaining, but I really have to make some heavy … Continue reading →

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You will see the endless possibilities

Posted on June 11, 2013 by storiesbygary

Anyone who has experienced opening day fishing knows the feeling of not being able to sleep in anticipation of what morning brings. It seemed as though I had slept only an hour or two when I awoke at 6 AM … Continue reading →

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Fish On! A week on the famous trout waters of Montana!

Posted on June 4, 2013 by storiesbygary

My travel adventures have just taken a whole new dimension, with the addition of my newest travel companion, Oliver. Oliver is a 10 week old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, who will be traveling with me on my adventures around the … Continue reading →

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Gary’s quick guide to wine and food pairing..

Posted on May 21, 2013 by storiesbygary

Choices in the Sparkling Wine section This is an easy selection, as in my opinion sparkling wine and Champagne pairs with just about every meal. My favorite is fresh shrimp with a nice hot cocktail sauce, on a upper level … Continue reading →

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Busted! There I am, drinking at the bar again!

Posted on May 20, 2013 by storiesbygary

As a travel and wine writer, my destinations can involve wine events and various interesting facts and attractions in the area as well as restaurant reviews. Often my articles are just on the travel location with nothing to do with … Continue reading →

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If “Duck Commander” can vacation in Hawaii, so can you!

Posted on May 10, 2013 by storiesbygary

The gentle warm tropical breeze flutters in the palm leaves swaying over your lounger as you watch the paddleboards glide over the calm waters of the bay. As you reach for the little pink umbrella protruding from your Mai Tai … Continue reading →

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