Month: July 2026

Foundational Doctrine for a Modern Wilderness

Remembering is a Verb
Covenant Path

Why True Remembrance Demands Movement

July 9, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
“And now, my sons, remember, remember that it is upon the rock of our Redeemer… that ye must build your foundation” (Helaman 5:12). In the scriptures, remember is rarely passive. It’s not “think a nice thought.” It’s a word that demands movement—build, watch, ponder, counsel, act. That’s because the gospel isn’t abstract. It’s meant to show up in real decisions, […]
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Covenant Path

Have a Blessed Day (and How I’m Learning to Mean It)

July 7, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
When I moved from California to the Texas Panhandle nearly six years ago, I expected a few surprises. What I didn’t expect was how openly folks here share their faith. People talk about Jesus at the grocery store, at the gas pump, and even in the middle of a backyard barbecue. And somehow “have a blessed day” shows up as […]
Littlefield
Waypoints

The Roots of Littlefield: A Railway and Ranching Legacy

July 6, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
Littlefield sits right in the heart of the Llano Estacado, where the West Texas spirit runs deep. Back in July 1901, Major George Washington Littlefield—a generous Texas businessman—bought the southern part of the old XIT Ranch, more than 312,000 acres. Folks soon started calling it tIn 1912, surveyors found out the new Panhandle and Santa Fe Railway would cross the […]
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Covenant Path

“Remember” – Mosiah: A Covenant Word

July 5, 2026 Larry Gaian 0
“Remember” is my favorite word in the Book of Mormon; however, it’s not just because it pops up a lot. In Mosiah, remember is a covenant word. It is not just about recalling facts. It is about staying loyal to God, keeping your promises, and living like your relationship with Him matters right now. King Benjamin’s closing line in Mosiah […]
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Page To Plate - Side Dishes

Why Everything You Know About “Taste” is Wrong – Part 2

July 2, 2026 BBQGRAIL 0
Now that we know what taste is, let’s look at what else makes up flavor: Most of what we call flavor actually comes from smell—about 80 percent of it. You smell food before you eat it, and even while you chew, those smells travel up to your nose. Mouthfeel: The “Hidden” Variable The last piece of flavor is mouthfeel—how food […]
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Why Everything You Know About “Taste” is Wrong – Part 1

July 2, 2026 BBQGRAIL 0
Most folks use “taste” and “flavor” like they mean the same thing. You might say a taco tastes like hickory smoke. But that’s not quite right—there’s more going on than just taste. Scientists and chefs will tell you taste and flavor are two different things. Knowing the difference helps anyone who loves to cook or eat. Taste is like a […]
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Flavor x Fire: A Flavor-First Approach to Open-Fire Cooking

July 2, 2026 BBQGRAIL 0
Most cookbooks make you choose a side. Some want you inside, fussing over fancy techniques and perfect pairings. Others are all about fire, smoke, and bold flavors—think sweet rubs and BBQ sauces. Derek Wolf, in Flavor x Fire, asks a better question: why not enjoy the best of both worlds? The Mastermind Behind the Fire Derek Wolf’s style makes sense […]