Bare Trees
Nature...does not usually confront us with the piled-up carcasses of once living things—not, at least, in the normal course of business.
Standard Time—Sort of
Of course, “standard time” is a misnomer. Time is far from standard around the world.
Holiday Megalopolis
It is within the power of marketing to transform any inherently good and joyful thing into one of those over-muscled people, wearing a Speedo.
Thanks for Working Today
Since we were together last, I attended a college reunion of sorts in Schenectady, New York. It was the 200th
Autumn Hugs
Fall has arrived, and we hope, so will the pilgrims.
Local Newspapers Are Our Best Defense
Where is our final line of defense under the circumstances? The local newspaper.
When the Inspector Calls
A singer’s got to sing, a dancer’s got to dance, and an inspector's got to find stuff.
When the Rain Came
I wanted to know how well we did at our cabin in the woods recording eight inches of rain . . . It turns out, we can run with the big dogs.
