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Small Wonders Chapbook

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We’ve lived in Bisbee (pop. 5,500) for almost 17 years. Prior to that we lived in a town half the size for another eight years. During that time we’ve made a lot of observations about small-town life, many of which … Continue reading

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Pinstripes: The Unknown Story of the World’s Best Pinstriper

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They’re the small stripes you see adorning the side of a car or the tank of a motorcycle. Awhile ago I became so enchanted with them that I had the novel idea of writing a book about a young man … Continue reading

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Elephant on Bike

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The circus is in town! The fact that this elephant rides a tricycle isn’t impressive enough; he also balances and spins a tassled ball on the tip of his trunk! You try doing that. Wind him up and watch him … Continue reading

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Robots

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Little did we know how popular robots would be when we ordered our first assortment of tin toys. And now we can plainly see why. They all walk (or lurch, more accurately). Some have gears that spins, some shoot sparks, … Continue reading

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Kaleidoscope

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You’re neither too old nor too young to enjoy the brilliant light show found inside a classic kaleidoscope. Unlike most made of cardboard, this is made of tin, so it’ll continue to dazzle for years and years. These are almost … Continue reading

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