Midwestern People

I found this on the sidewalk by the Nelson Atkins Art Museum. I can’t help but wonder what specifically is so strange about Midwestern people – it remains a mystery to me.

Let It Be Known

I am so glad to have come across your magazine. I thought I was pretty alone in my fascination with the odd things one comes across when one takes the time to look. I have a number of things to share, including a wide assortment of public art. There are at least two people downtown … Continued

Chinese John Lennon

I hope Chinese John Lennon can find a way to take the ferry to Hamilton Ontario, otherwise Paul Ming will have to break up the band and form Chinese Wing.

Please Help

I found this letter in an antique desk I bought at a thrift store a year and a half ago. I am guessing the author is an elderly woman who has lost her independence and freedom and is upset about it. I hope she’s alive and well, but I suspect that her belongings were donated … Continued

She Kicks Ass

I found this photo in the front of a photo album I bought at a thrift store years ago. It was the only photo in the book.

And That’s a Promise

My husband’s grandfather’s home was rented to various people after Grandpa passed away, but when we went to the house when we were getting ready to sell the place, we found this on one of doors. Grandpa’s house is in a relatively remote location, so this person had to go out of their way to … Continued

The Scribbled Son

This family photo was tucked in the yellow pages in a “free bin” at the Hillbilly Flea Market (seriously – thats what its called!) in Ashland.

A Special Diet

Gearing up for a 24 hour f*ck-fest? How about a spell-check?

The Urn

My girlfriend and I were out for a walk with friends we had not seen in almost a year. Our friends wanted to show us where they used to live and we spotted this note near their old front door. These seem like two very important objects. Was this a messy divorce? Feuding siblings? Mischievous … Continued