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The Art of Adaptation – Kim Gallagher

Friday, Sep 16th, 2022

Most can make adjustments when conditions are optimal, but when faced with real adversity, that is when one’s character is revealed. The Erdman story begins in 1920. Kim’s grandfather, Fritz Erdman, suffered a traumatic loss when his mother was struck and killed by a train in the family’s home state of Oklahoma. Fritz and his … Continue reading “The Art of Adaptation – Kim Gallagher”

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The Farmer Who Defied His Father – Charlie Hoppin

Friday, Sep 4th, 2020

As thick white smoke filled the air, Charlie took a moment to soak in the moment. This former small-town farm boy was with one of the biggest action movie stars in history, who also happened to now be the governor of California. If only his father could see him now. For most of his life, … Continue reading “The Farmer Who Defied His Father – Charlie Hoppin”

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Like Father, Like Daughter – Maya Kepner

Thursday, Jun 25th, 2020

The eyes of the beast hovered slightly over the water. The seemingly unworldly reptile peered across its horizon at the little girl who sat frozen in the canoe. Only a thin sliver of aluminum separated the two. With the hot Texas sun leaving beads of sweat across her brow, Maya believed “this was it.” Before … Continue reading “Like Father, Like Daughter – Maya Kepner”

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Son of a Rancher’s Daughter – Brent Hastey

Thursday, Apr 30th, 2020

A trail of dust swirled behind the ‘57 Chevy pickup as it barreled down the path in an attempt to keep the herd in the pasture. Not one’s typical choice to prevent the cattle from veering off course, but when you’re nine months pregnant, it is a bit easier to maneuver when you have a … Continue reading “Son of a Rancher’s Daughter – Brent Hastey”

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