Looking for a blast from the past with a dash of Wild West charm? Welcome to Calico Ghost Town! Once a bustling silver mining town turned ghost town, it was brought back to life in the 1950s and has been winning hearts as a quirky tourist hotspot ever since. Curious about this Route 66 gem? Well, join in because this story is worth digging into—no pickaxe required!Thank you … [Read more...] about Get Your Kicks — in a Ghost Town?
Scrivenings
Vintage Vacations: Reliving the Golden Age of Route 66 and the Grand Canyon
Picture this: It’s 1955. The radio’s playing Elvis, your family’s car is packed with snacks, suitcases, and a well-worn map. You’re rolling west down Route 66, the “Main Street of America,” chasing adventure and a jaw-dropping view of the Grand Canyon.Neon motel signs are flickering on as night falls, promising soft beds and cool stories. Diners with shiny counters dish out … [Read more...] about Vintage Vacations: Reliving the Golden Age of Route 66 and the Grand Canyon
Timeless Beauty Meets Route 66
Step back in time to an era when travel was as much about the journey as the destination. This week's blog post invites you to rediscover the magic of vintage vacations, weaving together the nostalgia of Route 66 with the timeless beauty of the Grand Canyon, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Get ready to explore an experience that’s as classic as it is unforgettable … [Read more...] about Timeless Beauty Meets Route 66
Task Scams Are a Growing Problem
You’re checking your messages and you get a friendly note: Want to earn money online? All you need to do is complete a few simple tasks—maybe rate a product, click a button here or there, or help “optimize” a new app. Sounds harmless, right? But, just like that, you’ve stepped onto the slippery slope of a task scam. What is a task scam? It's a digital con that targets innocent … [Read more...] about Task Scams Are a Growing Problem
July Writing News, etc.
In case you haven't heard already, The Case of the Amorous Assailant received the Gold Award from Literary Titan. They called it, "…a clever blend of mystery, character-driven drama, and small-town intrigue." I hope you'll check it out on Amazon or Audible! I’ve been keeping busy in my cozy corner of Seaside Cove! Okay, I'm not really there, but I am working on the … [Read more...] about July Writing News, etc.