Tag Archives: El Vaquero

Surrender 19: Celebration at El Vaquero

I had a birthday ten days ago, a quiet one spent mostly at home, doing things that I enjoy. The weather was cold and snowy and my family scattered so it was the perfect way to spend the day. Greg … Continue reading

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Journey 16: Family Friday

If I described today’s journey in one word, it would be FAMILY. A week ago today, I had a birthday. I got to see a few family members throughout that day and Greg and I enjoyed Keltic Knot at the … Continue reading

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Day 202: Mexican Flag at El Vaquero

Tonight I had to be adaptable. Work continued unexpectedly late and when I finished just as the sun was setting, I knew I couldn’t do my planned first, which was to take place outside. No worries! Greg took me to … Continue reading

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Day 20: Lunch at the New El Vaquero

When the May 22, 2011 tornado churned through Joplin, thousands of homes and businesses were destroyed. El Vaquero, then located at 21st and S. Main Street, was one of the restaurants obliterated. It has taken time for my community to recover … Continue reading

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