Studebaker Dude

Been There, Done That: The Challenge

October 4, 2023

1969 grad embraces hippie life, dodges drugs. Drafted, buzz-cut for 3 yrs. Beats prof’s speech…

Been There, Done That: Daughters Day

September 27, 2023

A father’s bittersweet farewell as daughter moves to Oklahoma, proud yet worried about her firefighting…

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Been There Done That: James

September 20, 2023

JamesStory by Jon Stalnaker AKA The Studebaker Dude I was just climbing into bed last…

Been There, Done That: International Drive Your Studebaker Day

September 11, 2023

Jon Stalnaker enjoys International Drive Your Studebaker Day, where he searches for interesting stories at…

Been There, Done That: Route 66 Murals

September 6, 2023

Jon Stalnaker recalls his love for Route 66 murals and shares his experience capturing pictures…

Been There, Done That: What Happened in 1983

August 31, 2023

In 1983, a postal worker reflects on the changing times, personal milestones, and historic events…

Been There, Done That: Varmit Hunting

August 23, 2023

I don’t like to kill cockroaches or even tomato worms, but some creatures are asking…

Been There, Done That: Why Do I Write?

August 16, 2023

I first became interested in writing after my mother sent me an autobiography in July…

Been There, Done That: RIP Paul Reubens

August 9, 2023

Rest in Peace Paul Reubens. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent and making this…

Rise And Grind

Been There, Done That: Side Hustle

August 4, 2023

I started my working years in the 60s and 70s. $3 an hour was a…