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Sundance

The job was a blast, it just couldn’t last, time to drag up and go, my future was cast, no money amassed, I’m just an out of work schmo. On a hot August day, I drew out my pay, said farewell to the rail-welding crew, had to be on my way, ‘cuzContinue reading “Sundance”

Carr Peak

Carr Peak I’m thinking tonight that I ought to roam, up on the mountain, away from my home. Where the sky is clear, and the water is sweet, the motives are pure, and the sorrows retreat. The eagle will soar, the cougar will roar, knowing the score, like never before. The AspensContinue reading “Carr Peak”

Battle of Flowers Battle

In 1979 we were enjoying our second year living in the wonderful city of San Antonio. It’s ambiance, celebrations and cultural diversity were amazing to us. Then came the time for Fiesta with all its colorful parades and events. Of particular interest was the Battle of Flowers Parade, commemorating the those lost at theContinue reading “Battle of Flowers Battle”

Indian Racer

Rex could ride a bronc and Rex could ride a bull, but he found that Indian Scout to be big handful. The Wreckin’ Crew once raced it all about the land, and all they knew was winnin’ for the Indian brand. Woodsie won the title back in Thirty-Five, Harleys ate their dustContinue reading “Indian Racer”

Midway Battle Commemoration

My Brother-in-Law Tom and Karen’s sister Dorene took the Texas Children’s Choir to Hawaii to commemorate and perform at the 80th anniversary of the pivital Battle of Midway. (4 Jun 1942). Today, they performed at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. After the commemoration, they met with two of the survivors of the battle,Continue reading “Midway Battle Commemoration”

Wild Bill

We never knew the cause of his pain, and some of us were quick to complain. His whole life was a pure hot mess, somethin’ to do with trauma and stress. Never had no job, lived all alone, didn’t have much to call his own. Sometimes he camped deep in the woods, Continue reading “Wild Bill”

Are Ukrainians Nazis?

I think not: For me the most striking feature of the current struggle in Ukraine is that Ukraine has finally demonstrated that it is a unique and sovereign nation that can stand on its own feet. For centuries, going back to the days of the Tsars, Russia has sought to dominate Ukraine and repress UkrainianContinue reading “Are Ukrainians Nazis?”

Huntin’ Season

They’re huntin’ Blacks, Hispanics and Jews, you can read all about it in the news. Little kids aren’t safe in their schools, shot to death by gun-totin’ fools. Stay away from the Walmart store, it ain’t safe to go there no more. Check the exits when you go in, or shelter behindContinue reading “Huntin’ Season”

Torpedo 8

Midway, 4 June 1942 Fifteen from Hornet, six from Midway, Torpedo 8 would have a rough day. In a showdown with the Rising Sun, the USN would never run. Rochefort broke the code, JN-95, soon Nippon would at Midway arrive. They ready the fleet, time to avenge, surely this time they’llContinue reading “Torpedo 8”

Mrs. Sternhagen

She checks the pencil cup, it’s empty again, her Walmart list she has to begin. Kids need pencils with rubber erasers, and someone who’ll tie little shoe laces. Papers to grade, lessons to write, she will be up half of the night. The wall is covered with little Van Goghs, there’s enough Kleenex to wipeContinue reading “Mrs. Sternhagen”