• Standing Stones
    Fort Davis,  Life,  West Texas

    Shopkeepers on the Edge of Eternity

    Standing Stones, Dolmen, Menhirs and Cairns... A Megalithic Landscape! The land here is made of Magic. I look around me at this tumbled landscape of Stone and Mountain, and can almost see the hands of ancient giants at work. It is if they (?) were erecting standing stones and menhirs , or building cairns to guide, amaze and delight all…

  • Mother Mary's Entrance
    Marfa,  Neighbors,  Shop Local

    Mother Mary’s Spiritual Goods

    Metaphysical Supplies in Neighboring Marfa~ We take the short trip to neighboring town Marfa fairly frequently. A favorite stop these days is the lovely and unique Mother Mary’s Spiritual Goods. The friendly and knowledgeable proprietor, Amanda Holstien, carries a diverse selection of metaphysical and esoteric wares. From Tarot Cards and other divination supplies to candles, jewelry, herbs and soaps, to…

  • OTRTX Rebrand 2023
    Creative,  Events,  Lifestyle,  Shop Local

    The Big Re-Brand

    Changing it Up Besides a Name Change and some design decisions, we are also leaning more toward a circular economy model. We already carry both some vintage and quality used clothing and accessories (belts, scarves and jewelry, etc.). We also have always had an eclectic selection of vintage goods, household wares and decor items. I have dealt in vintage goods…

  • Life

    Update

    I just want to post a quick apology to subscribers for flood of Junk in your inbox. I am doing a redesign on the website, and while automation is a great thing, it’s easy to overlook when you are making changes. So, again, sorry. Thanks for bearing with me as I complete this project. Gwen

  • Bella Vista Floral Decor & More
    Fort Davis,  Neighbors,  Shop Local

    Bella Vista Fort Davis Shop

    This charming gift shop needs to be Seen. The short drive out is pleasant and scenic. The shop itself commands a view that most would envy. It is so pretty out there. On the Deck, festooned with rustic decor, ceramic bells, plants and pots, and gorgeous wreaths, you get a vista of the surrounding mountains that just can’t be had…

  • Fourth of July Weekend at Somewhere Over the Rainbow
    Events,  Fort Davis,  Shop Local,  West Texas

    Fourth of July Weekend

    West Texas Celebration~ Well, is everybody ready for #Fort DavisTexas Coolest Fourth Festival (See the Chamber of Commerce Website for complete schedule). We’re especially looking forward to the Parade tomorrow (Saturday) morning at 10:00 am. We’ll be at the store early for anyone who wants to shop as well. Somewhere Over the Rainbow will be open Friday and Saturnday (June…

  • Life is a Circle
    Ecology and Economy,  Life,  Products

    Thinking in Circles

    What Makes The World Go Round Searching for an Eco Philosphy That Works I’ve been thinking a lot about creating a sustainable business for quite some time now. It is a difficult economy, and a difficult idea to Sell, much less to achieve. What Makes The World Go Round Searching for an Eco Philosphy That Works I’ve been thinking a…

  • Events,  West Texas

    Earth Day 2023

    Earth Day/ Week/ Month/ Year I started my first Blog in 2012 or so, and as far as I can remember, an Earth Day post has been written every year since that time. I was observing Earth Day long before that. In fact, pretty much since that first Earth Day in 1970. As a teenager on her way to becoming…