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Leading Dog
We recently inherited a middle-aged dog when our Pug died. Our new dog is a Lasso Oppso and she’s scrappy. She expects walks everyday and let’s us know when walking time has arrived. It’s hard to keep up with her. She prances and pulls hard on the leash. It’s a amazing a little thing like… Continue reading
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Reluctant Chief
The daily prompt asks if I see myself as a leader and my immediate answer is no way. I don’t like the attention so I like to stay behind the scenes. Unfortunately, I seem to end up in a leadership role despite my resistance. My wife says that no matter what job I take, I… Continue reading
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All You Need
It’s probably a cliche to say my favorite word is “love.” It’s a simple, four-letter, one-syllable word that carries a punch. It’s meaning is profound and forms the foundation of civilization. If its meaning were applied more often, the world would be a better place. My father said I was an over idealistic dreamer, but… Continue reading
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Reading
I once heard that reading is an essential part of writing. In my writing classes, many of my fellow students were avid readers. I usually read at night when the day is winding down. I would read more if I could turn off the television. There is seldom anything good on (even though I have… Continue reading
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Certainty
I am wary of those who have all the answers, those that think their way is the only way. There is a reason for the phrase: “The only thing certain is death and taxes.” Diversity of opinion brings richness. The world is too complex to be mastered by one person or one point of view.… Continue reading
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Peace and Quiet
An ideal week: no news shows, mostly sunny days with some rain to keep the grass green, no bills, no telemarketing calls, hot coffee every morning, and the company of family and friends. Continue reading
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Dating Myself
I’m dating myself, but these are the athletes that made an impression on me when they were active. Jean Claude Killy was the most exciting downhill racer I had ever seen. Rod Laver was a great doubles tennis player and exciting net player. As a kid, his giant tennis forearm was impressive. Mohammad Ali was… Continue reading
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Fishing
I am most relaxed when I’m fishing. Being outside, listening to the sounds of nature, the wind, the birds, and the rushing water, clears mind my of anxious thoughts or worries. I had a tough relationship with my father, but when we fished together things were good. I have found memories of him patiently teaching… Continue reading
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Impossible
I often avoid taking risks or dreaming big because I feel success is impossible. This would be a good word to eradicate from my vocabulary because whether explicit or implicit, I tell myself all the things I can’t do. I’ve achieved many things because I believed the results were possible. I remember the story of… Continue reading
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Eyes Opened
It’s one thing to know about the world, by reading or hearing about it, but being there truly has no equal. My organization sent me to its office in Delhi, India. I had rarely been outside the United States, let alone the other side of the world. I’m pretty much a naïve home body. At… Continue reading
About Me
Indie author and self taught artist, creating for over fifty years, also a former corporate lawyer and systems manager … and other assorted vocations. Writing is my passion. I just released my first science fiction novel, Escape From Desolation, eBook and paperback. More information at my author page: http://escapefromdesolation.com
