george chavez
I enjoy reading and writing. I love to tell tales to people. I have three college degrees(I know, glutton for punishment) and a wonderful family with plenty of great kids, all of them. I work at night so you may get comments in the wee hours, I mean when I'm not performing my duties dutifully.
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Chair ExercisesEven if you are pressed for time or don't have access to a gym you can still workout. All that is needed is a chair and a wee bit of motivation -
Hunting with the Old 25-35 WinchesterThe 25-35 Winchester can still be a viable loading for modern-era shooting sports.
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Hey DadI found a pair of his glasses today, the same day I got my first pair of prescription glasses
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Striped Bass BaitsStriped bass are excellent game fish and they taste great too. They can be caught on various types of bait.
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How to Put a Scope on a .22 RifleIt is easy to mount a scope in most .22 rifles. This makes target shooting a lot of fun. -
.454 Casull RecoilThe .454 Casull has four times more recoil energy than a .44 magnum. -
The Sand PebblesThis is a movie that will stand the test of time. -
Top Ten Terrible FoodsA list of some of my least favorite foods. Some people might not agree with it but the food on this list don't agree with me! -
The Life and Dreams of a Ward ClerkExperience a day in the life of the person who is REALLY in charge. -
MMA Fights Return to Poplar, MontanaOnce again MMA Amatuer fights were successfully held on the Fort Peck Reservation. -
Primary Brake Shoe-What is It?Just a brief description of part of your vehicle. -
I met Patrick EwingI met a basketball superstar
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WhispersSpirits cling -
.32 ACP as a Self-defense RoundThe .32 ACP is a good choice for self-defense in certain circumstances. -
How to Fill the Oil of a Honda RinconSimple easy steps on filling the oil on the Honda Rincon
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Do You Feed Farm-raised Bass?Farm raised bass do need to be fed but in a round-about way. -
BERTOLLI Alfredo SauceReview of a well-known Alfredo sauce. -
MMA Fights Return to Poplar MontanaAnother well-planned MMA event proves successful on the Fort Peck Reservation -
Front Wheeled WalkerAlthough her death was imminent and her circumstances considered bleak by most, her nurse was determined that this mother, daughter, aunt, sister, friend did not die alone. -
The Lockheed ConstellationThis wonderful airplane is known as the Connie. She is perhaps the premiere example of how beautiful design defines form-versus-function. What a beaut!
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LA CHOY Soy SauceThis is a review of a popular cooking staple. Many millions of people use soy sauce in their recipes, at picnics or while dining out.
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Recognizing Deathi thot i wuz gonna die
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Haunting EmploymentConfronted by emanations from the 'OTHER SIDE' may rattle a few chains. But work, ghostlike visitations aside, must go on!
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Viagra in PerspectiveThe drug firm Pfizer thought they had come up with a useful drug for heart problems. As research proved Viagra generally failed in its primary role but other tests showed it had some very interesting side effects.
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Yamaha's First MotorcycleIn the aftermath of WWII many firms in Japan like Yamaha needed to rebuild from the ground up.
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Adrianos-Spaghetti Western Cuisine in Cody, WyomingThis restaurant can be found on the main drag in Cody, Wyoming. Our eating experience here turned out to be different than what we expected from an Italian restaurant.
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Bob Fitzimmons-The Boxer Who Beat "Gentleman" Jim CorbettThis little known pugilist competed in the ring from 1883 to 1914 the longest boxing career in history. And along the way he accumulated three world championships.
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Tornado!Picture of the most powerful tornado to strike Billings, Montana in 50 years.
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The Candy Emporium!On our travels we ran accross a wonderful candy store full of some great antiques and of course tasty candy!
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The .380 LCP Ruger PistolThere are many arguments extant about gun control, self-defense, etc,. This article will focus on a new pistol offered by Ruger that is proving to be very popular.
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Haiku TrepidationAlthough I feel I am a fair writer I cringe at composing anything that reads in jerks and starts and contains so much in so few words. I realize this is not technically correct for such writing but bear with me.
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1904 World Champs from Fort Shaw Indian Girls SchoolIn 1904 ten girls from a small Native American boarding school in Montana traveled to the Worlds Fair in St. Louis to play basketball. The world became a little more special because of them.
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Muhammed Ali Biography: ContinuedAli is a difficult man to write about. There is a reason for this. Though many may claim they are, Muhammed Ali is larger than life. Some may say for good some may say for bad.
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Muhammad AliIn few words how can one describe one of the very best pugilists in the history of the world but also one of the most admired exalted human athletes that ever existed.
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Through a Snowstorm VigilantlyWhen you are perhaps too cautious your wrong end ends up up...
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The Night Before SundayAfter supper or maybe after eating a special treat from McDonald's, after watching Bonanza ...
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Ten Classic Movies that Should Never Have Been RemadeA list of movies that were so well scripted, produced, and filmed that to re-produce them would be an exercise in futility.
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So Cold BrotherHis little brother was missing. He had vanished as he walked the dogs close to the River. The search Party had found his footprints in the ice and snow near some rocks that lay by the icy powerful river.
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Rocky MarcianoThis tough-as-nails boxer is the only Heavyweight Champion of the World to retire undefeated. He had a few quirks but was an astounding example of determination, good work ethics, and was a great role model to the young people of his generation.
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A Canticle for Liebowitz - Before Its TimeFirst published in 1960, this book of post-apocalyptic terror is one that chills the blood. It is a page turner as well as a horrifying glimpse of our future.
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Ile de France - Great Tasting BrieThis original soft ripened cheese tastes wonderful with many wines, crackers and crudities.
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Murder in the ER - a Short StoryThe patient is brought to the emergency room, again, in a semi-coma. There was never any confirmed diagnosis for his deteriorating condition or his frequent ambulance trips to the ER.
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Loneliness of the Long Distance Gunner, Part 4 - Gary GordonThis is an account of an Army sniper. But it is much more than that. It recounts the recorded history of his valor, bravery, skills and self-sacrifice. May his story be repeated often.
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Loneliness of the Long Distance Gunner, Part 3This brave soldier sacrificed his life to save others. Although this does happen, the circumstances involved with Shugart were different indeed. This is an article about a true hero. My only hope is that my words do him justice.
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Loneliness of the Long-Distance Gunner, Part 2This Army sniper, although not well-known, has tallied more confirmed kills than any other soldier in U.S. history.
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Loneliness of the Long-Distance GunnerChampioned by many, reviled by many, the sniper's impact on the outcome of battle is far more weighted than historians seem to notice. The United States has fielded some of the best snipers, from the War of Independence to more recent conflicts.
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Highs and Lows - I Step Out of LineI was, I feel, a very good son to my parents, a good brother, good Catholic more or less, an OK guy. But when I went to college, it was like I was at the wildest summer camp I'd ever been to!
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The Jelly ChroniclesThis is not a defense of dads who abandon their kids but a denouement of those fathers who do care. There exists at times severe acrimony involved in a break-up. The couple suffers, the family groans, but who does this drama damage the most? The children.
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Giving Blood - Misadventures but for a Good CauseWe were young poor students who had heard there was a way to make money by donating blood. This seemed a win-win situation. It did not turn out so good for my little brother Gary or for myself. Chances are we did help someone.
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WordsmithA wordsmith builds and demurely displays his/her work after cringing and much nurture.
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Slime 8 Piece Tire Plug KitThis flat tire repair kit is easy to use, compact, and most importantly it works. It provides a bit of assurance when traveling and can get you back on the road and to a sevice station rather than being stranded or paying exhorbitant towing expenses.
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MMA Results Ground 'N Pound Fort Peck ReservationOn November 7th the people of Poplar, Montana were treated to an evening of MMA amateur fights. More than 400 fans filled the Cultural Center in town to witness some of the toughest fighters in the area compete in the Octagon.
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100-Year-Old SaltDecades rush past like roils in swift water. In humankind is there a beginning, middle, and end? Perhaps there is only a continuum.
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List of Famous People Killed in Airplane AccidentsMany insurance experts claim;'It is more dangerous, statistically, to drive to the airport in your private car than to fly in an airplane.' Some very famous people would beg to differ.
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MMA Comes to the Poplar Montana ReservationA concerted effort by a caring young man to organize and promote an alcohol-free public event that will benefit the youth and community of Poplar, Montana.
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Michelob Ultra - a Beer ReviewLow-calorie or low-carb beer is all the rage. But is the quest for this beverage worth the sacrifice?
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Crimson Traces-continuedDetective Utgaard arrives at the scene of the crime
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Meet Dr. Jimmy Gray: Medical Doctor, Musician, and Web DJGray expounds upon jazz music, some notable musicians and his feelings about this genre of entertainment. This is a good in-depth article about the history and future of jazz,
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Old Faithful Geyser at YellowstoneOld Faithful erupts and wows the crowd.
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Review of Plochman's MustardThis mustard is one of the best tasting quality-priced condiments available to consumers.
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Attack Chipmunk in YellowstoneCute but scary Chipmunk video.
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The Captain Jelly ChroniclesAnother descriptive day in the life of our hero and all-around good man...as descriptive as a military mans' life can be.
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Hispanic Folk Remedies and MedicinesA brief history of non-traditional folk remedies and medicines.
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Captain JellyAnother day in the life of Jelly
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Captain JellyThe Girl that was.
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Crimson TracesAn evil killer versus a fading detective.
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Epitaph of an Eleventh GraderAn actual epitaph written by a teenager. This puts many things in perspective. It is simple yet touching.
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Yellowstone Bison VideoA video of a bison in Yellowstone Park.
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Hunting with the .303 BritishThe .303 British is the longest serving caliber in military history.
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Living a Healthy Lifestyle Through WeightliftingCombining weightlifting with a healthy diet and other cardiovascular training will encourage leading a healthy lifestyle.
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If I Could Save YouWho would lose this battle?
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Hunting with the .30 Carbine: A Controversial RoundAlthough some revile it the .30 carbine is an effective round when used properly.
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The Life and Times of Captain JellyIn the military the measure of a man varies from his own beliefs to those who run his life.
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Yellowstone National ParkA wonderful and beautiful place to visit. Camp out in a tent, a cabin, RV or Resort and view wildlife and natures wonders.
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The Blue Tangfish: Dory of Finding Nemo was a Blue TangEasy identification of this beautiful fish for suba-divers, snorklers, and aquarium buffs.
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John L. Sullivan: Boxing's First Heavyweight Champion of the WorldRemembering the first recognized heavyweight champion of the world.
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Dialogue at NightTime is there to fill or lose
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For My Wife on Valentine's DayA few words I should say more often for someone I care deeply for.
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Hunting with the .30-06 Springfield AmmoThe .30-06 Springfield is a time-tested caliber with a legendary status.
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Vodka Viagra and Valium Part 3A desparate struggle against the assassin...
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Vodka, Viagra, and ValiumThe terrible poetry of his life.
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Vodka, Viagra, and ValiumDoctor Barker and a murder mystery
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A Lobster PrimerWhat is a lobster? The history of a strange looking and quite tasty creature.
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BartenderMany times your bartender ends up as your advisor. Who advises him?
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The 9mm Parabellum Bullet: Developed for WarThe official N.A.T.O. pistol round. Introduced in 1902 the 9mm Luger was a revolutionary pistol and the 9mm parabellum was developed for it. To this day it is used world wide.
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Walk AwayWhen is it right to give up...to give in?
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The Akita - Royal Dog Breed of JapanA large muscular breed of dog whose ancestry dates back over three centuries
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Minnesota Timberwolves New StartThe Timberwolves will need some superhuman play out of some new players to make up for the loss of star player Kevin Garnett who was traded to the Boston Celtics.
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Albertsons Mild Picante Sauce - ReviewIn an un-official taste test Albertsons brand of mild picante sauce rated in the top two against brand name sauces.
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.270 Winchester - A Classic CartridgeOne of the first 'high speed' cartridges the .270 has more than proven its worth as one of the most popular hunting rounds.
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PowerCan mankind exist without power? Competition drives the wheel at what cost?
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The RunA test of prowess and character pressed upon a young man by a coward.
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Remembering Walter Camp, the Father of FootballBefore Walter Camp instituted his rules many players died or were seriously injured, Teddy Roosevelt almost banned the sport.
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Doctor Death and Big SueTwo young men from different backgrounds find a place of harmony in thier lives without the benefit of time.
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Hunting with the .243 Winchester - Possibly the Perfect Deer RoundSome hunters consider the .243 underpowered, a rifle for kids or women, but they are so wrong
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Role Models in Sports: Missing in Action?there are very few role models for kids to look up to in sports these days.
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Blair's After Death Sauce: Hot Sauce Reviewproduct review of a great tasting molten hot hot sauce
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The Growing Need Travel Nursesuntil the nursing shortage is fixed travel nurses are a needed
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What You May Need After World War IIIhumorous view of impending doom that seems to alwaqys simmer on the horizon
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The New E.R. In Today's Healthcare Fieldwhy ER's need to change
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University of New Mexico: A Happening SchoolThe lowdown on the surrounding area of UNM.
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Becoming a Private Pilot: FAA RequirementsWhat is required by the FAA to become a private pilot
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The .44 Magnumnot the most powerful handgun, but no popgun either
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Embrace Your BaldnessIt seems that the social stigma of being bald has plagued mankind since written history has been recorded. Or perhaps there are undiscovered cave drawing depicting the hair challenged cro-magnon battling a T-Rex.
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4th of July Celebrations in Wyoming, Montana and the Dakotasplaces to go things to do
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Nursing 101: The Learning Curvereality of nursing
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Shotput: Workouts that Improve Your PerformanceNontraditional exercise for the shot putter.
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Nose Tackle: A Primer on the Anchor of Football DefenseNo guts no glory
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Why is There a Shortage of Registered Nurses?There will not be enough nurses in twenty years to care for us.
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Miles City, Montana at NightEat out, gamble, take in a movie, knock back a few cold ones
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Hunting with the .351 Winchester Self LoaderWinchester Firearms developed a pretty good hunting round
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Miles City Montana Slammed by Mother Nature on Mother's DayMother's Day hit Miles City with a bang this year. Soon after our family had our traditional barbecue the skies opened up and Mother Nature had an explosive celebration for herself.
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Serenity Now: What to Look for in Nursing HomesWhat criteria to use in picking a long term care facility. There are certain things to expect and certain things to look for that may set the alarm bells flashing. This is the place where your loved ones are going to spend their golden years.