Close Quarters
My friend Graham is an unusual fellow. He’s blessed with that rare ability to think instinctively outside the box. This talent played an unconventional role after his elderly mother became … Continue reading
We Were Made for These Times*
Below is an excerpt from an essay by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés, a therapist and writer, offering welcome steadying thoughts amidst our turbulent global environment. My friends do not lose heart. … Continue reading
Giveaway Time!
As the carnies say, “Come and Get It!!!” This is your opportunity to get a personalized signed copy of my novel The Ultimate Threat, absolutely free. Why? Lots of good reasons: First, today … Continue reading
What Was It Like, Grandpa?
Our wilderness farm was a fabulous place to grow up. No one told us we were poor. It wouldn’t have mattered anyway. We spent most of our waking hours outside … Continue reading
The Anatomy of Prejudice
A recent news report told about a reformed Skinhead who volunteers his time telling high school students about prejudice and extremism. “We live in a world that is very complicated,” … Continue reading
Happy New Year!
My friend James Murray, a fellow author and editor from San Antonio, Texas, posted the following New Year’s greeting on his website. It’s exceptional! I would not presume to attempt … Continue reading
The Dolphins at Monkey Mia
To swim with dolphins. That’s all 15-year-old Tamara wanted to get from her family’s four-week visit to Australia. Tam had learned about these highly intelligent sea mammals in her ninth … Continue reading
Winnie-the-Pooh: The Forgotten Connection
Special thanks to CBC Radio for an interview that resurrected this little known story about the origins of Winnie-the-Pooh. Here’s a summary. Winnie-the-Pooh was born in Canada! Well, sort of. … Continue reading
‘Is That You?’
The elderly woman walked up and took the book from my hand. “Is that you?” she asked, pointing to the back cover. Her eyes sparkled with intelligent energy. “Yes, Miss,” … Continue reading
Worth Sharing
Good news is scarce in today’s world. It’s heartwarming when stories like this emerge from otherwise horrendous events. It was written by an American flight attendant who was aboard Delta Flight 15 on September 11, … Continue reading
