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Nostalgia Over Ice Cream: A Sweet Journey Through Northern Texas on Highway 287 | A Cross-Country Odyssey

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Photos and Story by Ken Hulsey It seems like my younger years were spent almost entirely looking out a car window. Our family was constantly traveling from California to Texas, then Texas to California, and then New Mexico to Texas and California. If you were able to follow any of that, you probably deduced that my family spent a lot of time traveling from our home to visit relatives in other states. No matter our locale, we were traveling twice a year to visit our relatives in Vernon, Texas. 
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Rodeos, Restaurants, and Remembrance: The Evolution of Vernon, Texas | A Cross-Country Odyssey

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Photos and Story by Ken Hulsey  Way back in the 1970s, I lived in the small town of Vernon, Texas. At that time, Vernon was a vibrant place with numerous stores and restaurants. The town hosted an annual rodeo called the Santa Rosa Roundup , and for fun, there was a miniature golf course, and there was the small Plaza Theater to see a movie.
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All Aboard! Discover the Fascinating Legacy of Casey Jones in Jackson, Tennessee | A Cross-Country Odyssey

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 Photos and Story by Ken Hulsey Halfway between Memphis and Nashville is the historic town of Jackson, Tennessee. Though you may not have heard of Jackson, just about everyone has heard of the town's most famous former resident, Casey Jones.  Just in case you haven't heard the tale of  his death and the song that transformed him into an American folk hero:
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Step Back in Time: Uncover the Hidden Gems of Old Salem in Winston-Salem! | A Cross-Country Odyssey

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 Story and Photos By: Ken Hulsey Winston-Salem is a charming small city with excellent dining and a vibrant downtown district. The area is also rich in history, exemplified by the wonderfully preserved colonial-style village and museum of Old Salem. Visitors should be sure to explore the historic dwellings, streets, and sidewalks of this captivating destination, where treasures of the past await around every corner.
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Spencer Pratt - Los Angeles Has Plenty of Money, It’s Just Being Stolen

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 The number one question that everybody has for me when they hear my plans is: “How can we do that, Spencer? We don’t have the money!” Let me clue you in on a little secret. We have the money…it’s just being stolen.
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Unlock Extraordinary Blessings: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Transform Lives Today! | Ascend with Pastor Steve

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The road through historic Camp Claiborne, Louisiana - By Ken Hulsey  Discover how you can step out of your comfort zone and use the talents and passions that God has given you to make a difference in the lives of others. In this inspiring message, we talk about ordinary people doing extraordinary things by simply utilizing their skills to serve others. Whether you're a mechanic, an artist, or a teacher, find out how you can bless God's kingdom and bring comfort and hope to those around you. Watch now and be encouraged to let God love through you!
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Curiosity Takes the Wheel: Discovering Shreveport's Historic Central Railroad Station

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Photos and Story by Ken Hulsey If you have ever driven on Interstate 20 through Shreveport, Louisiana, you may have noticed a building just north of the highway that looks very much like an old railroad station. I have literally driven past it over a dozen times and wondered just that. A week ago, my curiosity got the best of me, and I decided to go see if what I was seeing was indeed what I thought it was. (Writing can be hard at times, my friends.)
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