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Mr. Kuner’s Clock

Posted in authors, Baer House Inn, blooms, humor, Jansen Schmidt, travel, vacation, Vicksburg, writing, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on March 25, 2019| 10 Comments »

As most of you know, I live in an old house. Almost 150 years old to be exact. I live in the historic “downtown” area of Vicksburg, most famous for the 47-day siege of 1863. If you’re not familiar with this epic historical event, shame on you, but here’s what you need to know: Ulysses S. Grant and his northern armies converged on Vicksburg, entrapping a Confederate army, lead by Lt. General John Pemberton, and hundreds of citizens for 47 days. (more…)

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Independence Day in Vicksburg Mississippi

Posted in authors, Baer House Inn, beach, beer, blogging, books, breakfast, costumes, drinks, Family, Fiction, food, friends, Holidays, humor, innkeeping, Vicksburg, writing, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 2, 2018| 7 Comments »

fireworks courthouseSo here we are on the cusp of another Independence Day holiday. For most folks this simply means a day off with pay. For some it means a full day of work at time and a half wages. For others it means a trip to the lake, the mountains, or the backyard swimming pool. It often includes BBQ, iced cold beer, ice cream and other yummy backyard cuisine. (more…)

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