Driving on I-35 toward Dallas, exit signs for Waxahachie appear about 30 miles south of the city. This small town in Ellis County is technically a part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, but there are no big-city vibes to be found here. Waxahachie is perhaps best known for its cute-as-a-button Victorian architecture and lively historic square, which is anchored…
While I have never been a “New Year, New You” kind of person, a kind friend pointed out that my portfolio site needed some love and attention, so I thought I’d bring you up to date on what I’ve written, where I’ve been and life in general. So, hi. Upcoming We’re 52 days into 2026,…
Maybe it’s the vibe of summer’s slower, more relaxed pace, or maybe it’s the tantalizing smells coming from your neighbor’s grill, or perhaps it’s the prominently placed bags of charcoal briquettes at H-E-B, but suddenly, meat cooked on the grill sounds really good. But what if you feel clueless about grilling and you’re not the “barbecue…
White-nose Syndrome (WNS) is a fungal disease that has killed millions of North American bats in the past decade. WNS disrupts natural hibernation cycles, causing bats to die from the disease during winter. The fungus, Pseudogymnoascus destructans, often called “Pd,” grows in cold, dark, damp places where bats hibernate, causing a white fuzz on their faces….