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Cecil and Chip

Cecil and Chip have the run of the house, Nothing gets by them, not even a mouse. Guarding their turf with a bark and a yap, Or settling down for an afternoon nap. When Mama is sad, they’ll lick at her face, They’ll follow Papa to most any place. They’ll sleep onContinue reading “Cecil and Chip”

Chapter 5: Fort Montgomery

There it is, Reuben thought as he rounded a bend and first gazed on Montgomery’s place. It was built against a hillside and was larger than most frontier cabins. The only visible window was on the attic level. The little window offered a commanding view of the approaches to the cabin. As Reuben rodeContinue reading “Chapter 5: Fort Montgomery”

Unbowed: The Saga of a Civil War Cavalryman-Index

I am in the process of converting my research on the life of my ancestor, Reuben DeLay, into a work of historical fiction. As each draft chapter is completed, I will post it here. Readers are invited to follow my blog to stay up-to-date on the book’s progress at: Blog – Outlaws, Outrages and OutrightContinue reading “Unbowed: The Saga of a Civil War Cavalryman-Index”

Chapter 4: Squatter

Chapter 4: Squatter Kablam! The man had jumped into the road from behind a bush. The first shot from his pistol was a warning, aimed over Reuben’s head. Now the gun was leveled at him. Before he could even think about grabbing the musket by his side, two more men emerged from theContinue reading “Chapter 4: Squatter”

MAGA Messiah

MAGA Messiah by Nick Winter The MAGA Messiah is still on the stage Spouting his venom, stoking up rage He’ll promise revenge for whatever your pain Just send him your money, and turn off your brain Just send him your money and give him your soul When you deal with the Devil you give himContinue reading “MAGA Messiah”

When They Come

When they come for me, You’ll look, but you wont see. Dragged into the street, Cornered, no retreat. For daring to speak out, Guilty, there’s no doubt. I’ll be gagged and bound, Starved and beaten down. You won’t dare to call, To me behind the wall. You’ll ignore my pain,Continue reading “When They Come”

Chapter 3: Montgomery

“Hold up there!” called someone from behind. Startled out of the monotony of the trail, Reuben looked back. A rider was approaching. He looked like a rough, crude frontiersman; shaggy beard and all. Reuben brought the wagon to a halt and waited. “Hello friend,” said the man as he approached Reuben’s perch onContinue reading “Chapter 3: Montgomery”

I Wonder How They’ll Change Her

I wonder how they’ll change her, I suppose we’ll have to see. Do they pose a danger, To those who would be free? Will evil boldly march, With flags and torches high? Like stormers through the arch, To make the humble cry? Will we begin to hate, The strangers in our midst?Continue reading “I Wonder How They’ll Change Her”

Damn Yankee

“Git offa mah property you damn Yankee som beech!” commanded the little man with the tobacco-stained teeth. “And stay away from mah Niggah, you heah?” Reuben’s first encounter with the residents of Linn County had rapidly gone south. He could tell the little man meant business because his hand had moved to theContinue reading “Damn Yankee”

Galvanized Rebel

After a few days of recuperating at home, Reuben rode into Centerville. He had some letters to mail and was anxious to get fresh news from the front. The post office was in the back of the Square Deal General Store. As he strode up the steps a man leaving the store hunched over asContinue reading “Galvanized Rebel”