Purveyor Of Truth, Beauty and Sweat
In the autumn of 1861, farm boys and clerks across northern Illinois answered a call that would define their generation. President Abraham Lincoln, after the fall of Fort Sumter, had asked the loyal states for volunteers to preserve the Union. Illinois responded with overwhelming force. Young men like John Newton Prentice—born May 8, 1842, and just nineteen when he enlisted … Read More
Personal Introduction from Scott Prentice (Great-Grandson of John Newton Prentice)My name is Scott L. Prentice, and I am the great-grandson of John Newton Prentice, a Union soldier who served in Company A of the 57th Illinois Volunteer Infantry from 1861 to 1865.Like so many in our family, military service runs deep in our blood. My great-grandfather answered President Lincoln’s call … Read More
Tina Peters and Lara Logan: Unbowed Warriors for Truth and Freedom In an era where standing for integrity can cost everything, Tina Peters embodies extraordinary bravery and unwavering loyalty to the truth. As the former Mesa County Clerk in Colorado and a Gold Star mother who lost her Navy SEAL son, Tina faced relentless persecution for simply doing her duty: … Read More
Beyond the Tiny Cross: America’s Most Absurd HOA Yard Wars – Stories That Matter By Scott PrenticeNovember 21, 2025 The tale of Wayne Anderson’s 12-inch wooden cross in The Villages, Florida—a five-year battle that ended in a $250,000 settlement—has thrust homeowners association (HOA) disputes into the spotlight. What starts as a neighborly nitpick over curb appeal often spirals into legal … Read More
Charlie Summers: A Life of Quiet Courage and Unyielding Grace I couldn’t go another day without sharing this everlasting introduction: Colonel Charles “Charlie” Summers (1935–2015) was a man whose life defied the roar of jet engines and the fury of thunderstorms, embodying the rare blend of humility and heroism that defines true greatness. Born on a Nebraska farm, he rose … Read More
This is a must watch video: The Magic of the Spoon: A Teacher’s Tiny Spark Ignites Big Wonders Imagine a playground pile of crunchy autumn leaves hiding a shiny secret—a plain old kitchen spoon! When fifth-grader Jaime digs it up and waves it like a trophy, his clever teacher, Mr. Dicks, spots the spark of imagination and declares it the … Read More
You Can’t Legislate Morality”? Let’s Talk About What That Really Means As someone who’s watched debates about law, morality, and behavior play out in our society, I’ve often heard the phrase “you can’t legislate morality” thrown around, especially by those pushing for fewer laws governing personal behavior. It’s a catchy soundbite, but I believe it’s misunderstood and often misused, particularly … Read More
By Scott PrenticeSeptember 13, 2025 In the dim glow of my study, with the weight of these last few days pressing like a winter frost on my soul, I find myself turning once more to the ancient tales that have anchored my faith through storms far greater than this one. You see, I’ve long been haunted—and holy inspired—by the story … Read More
The Bulletproof President: George Washington’s Miraculous Survival in the French and Indian War The French and Indian War (1754–1763) was a defining struggle in North America, part of the global Seven Years’ War between Britain and France. Sparked by rival claims to the Ohio River Valley, it set the stage for the American Revolution, as Britain’s postwar taxes on colonists … Read More
My personal life story how I got my nickname – “Scooter” Scooter’s Big Adventure: A True Story of a Boy’s Miracle and Journey To Full Recovery Posted on August 31, 2025 Dear readers, Get ready to meet Scooter—a boy whose courage, miracle healing, and love for adventure will warm your heart! This true children’s story takes us from a small … Read More
