Patsy Bell Hobson: Published Work
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Published Work by Patsy Bell Hobson

Grit
Voice of Experience
Family Ties In An Old Boot Box
September/October 2006
When someone asks where I’m from, I don’t think of my city, state or even country. I think of an old boot box my grandmother kept under her bed.

Tools, Toys & Other Just-Right Joys November/December 2007The gift-giving season is upon us once again, and now you need to add
“buy or make presents” to your growing end-of-year activity list. If
you haven’t yet thought about what you might give your friends and
loved ones, our gift guide is sure to get you headed in the right
direction. And if you want to drop some hints of your own, just circle
a few of your favorite things and leave the magazine in a strategic
location.


Ozarks Magazine
Where Buffalo Burgers Come From
http://www.ozarksmagazine.com/index.html?p=215
"Buffalo Nation, The People are depending upon you, so we pray you will be healthy." - Lakota song

Ozarks MagazineAre There Any Real Cowboys Left in the Ozarks?
Winter 2005
" You can make a living as a cowboy, but you are not going to get rich."
There is no retirement plan, group health
insurance, or paid vacation for real cowboys. They work on the coldest,
rainiest days and every day during the sun-scorching summer. Cowboys
get thrown off horses, chased by bulls, and occasionally surprised by
snakes. And they love their jobs.

AAA Magazine Midwest Traveler and Southern Traveler
Resorts Repasts
November/December 2007
http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/mid/2007/11/resort.html
Many Midwestern resorts offer holiday feasts and seasonal activities.
Family gatherings are changing. Orlando resorts are busy at Christmas
time, and it’s common for guests to make reservations for next year
while on a holiday vacation. Some folks choose to stay out of the
kitchen in order to spend quality time visiting with seldom-seen family
members. And empty-nesters with little birds who cannot fly home for
the holidays find it’s not practical to fix a huge holiday meal for one
or two people, yet a celebration is in order.


							
Meals On Wheels
May/June 2007
http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/2007/05/fea_meals_s.html
Track down an adventure and a memorable meal 

						on regional dinner trains.
The scenic views are as tantalizing as the aromas coming from authentic
dining cars on these regional passenger trains. Departing from historic
depots, passengers tour the countryside in old-fashioned luxury and
dine in vintage dining cars.
Bough Wow
January/February 2007
http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/2007/01/fea_bough_s.html 
These tree houses for grown-ups provide luxury and romance without sending your vacation budget to the dogs.
River Time
May/June 2006
http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/0605/fea_river_s.html
Climb aboard the River Barge River Explorer and take a leisurely look at America from its riverbanks.
Gliding through the water at the stately speed of 11 miles an hour,
barge travel allows for a relaxing and different view of the
countryside. Creating a timeless vacation, the barge arrives and
departs as the river permits, according to “river time.”


					
						And aboard the River Explorer, America’s only floating hotel barge, life can be as vivacious or as relaxed as you choose.

					
Pilgrimage Performances
March/April 2006 
http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/0603/fea_pilgrim_s.html
Take
time from the home tours during the Natchez Spring Pilgrimage to take
in the musical and theatrical shows that shine a light on Southern
Culture

Touring on the Trolly
Sep/Oct 2005 http://www.aaamissouri.com/traveler/0509/fea_trolly_sw.html
Hop on these Midwestern trolleys for historic and entertaining city tours. Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas!
One of the best ways to get oriented in a new town or vacation spot is
to take a trolley tour. These tours make the most of precious vacation
time and give a relaxing and often entertaining overview of the town’s
history and layout.

River Weekend Tank Trip
Jul/Aug 2005 http://www.aaamissouri.com/traveler/0507/tank_m.html
River history and outdoor recreation make the Quad Cities a great summer weekend getaway.Tour the Quad Cities.

Cozy Quarters
Nov/Dec 2004 http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/0411/fea_cozy_m.html
Break away this winter to snuggle with your special ones at these Midwest lodges. Big Cedar Lodge, Great Wolf Lodge, Lodge of Four Seasons, Pere Marquette Lodge and Conference Center.
Dad's Day Out
May/Jun 2004 http://www.myaaaweb.com/traveler/0405/fea_dads_s.html
Springfield, Mo., is a good choice for a father's Day getaway, where he can enjoy sports, wildlife and civil war lore. Family Fun in Springfield, Missouri.
Prairie History
Jan/Feb 2004 http://www.ouraaa.com/traveler/0401/fea_prarie_m.htm
In honor of the Kansas Territory's sesquicentennial in 2004, cities across the state will hold festivals and events to celebrate their rich heritage. Living Kansas History.

Kansas City StarFirst Step Triage
 September is the ideal time to help your lawn recover from what may have been a near-death experience this summer.
A Wild Garden Fertilizer: Zoo Manoo
The elephant herd at the Kansas City Zoo's Okavango Elephant Sanctuary is your community resource for an unending supply of rich organic fertilizer 

Kansas City Homes and Gardens
Market Watch
If your green thumb doesn't bring leafy greens to the table, try these local farmers' markets for tips and starters

The Natural
An East Coast relocater discovers a world previously unknown to her - the good earth - and finds she has a knack for cultivating it. 