Dawn comes early, even now, a full month after Solstice.  I roll out of bed at 4:45 a.m. — wakened by the gulls’ squawking outside my window — in order to get down to Point … more

As a rural community, our ability to respond to emergencies and recover from disaster is dependent on the networks and relationships we build in advance. Knowing where and how to connect to … more

We have now embarked into the era of carefully escaping from the doldrums and frustrations of the pandemic.  People, including BJ and I, seem to be getting out and enjoying the activities … more

Funny books and reading matter are my perennial favorites. Especially good writers like Joe Queenan, P.J. O’Rourke, and Christopher Buckley.  I’m always looking for funny reading, … more

Early last week I thought the only “Fortress of the Bear” was a bear rescue center in Sitka, Alaska. It currently houses several bears, mostly rescued as cubs from situations where … more

This afternoon, I harvested two varieties of kale — Mars Landing, a wonderful bronzy purple with light green undersides and smooth leaves, which I haven’t cooked with yet, and one of my … more