Once upon a time, I read a lot of books when I was left to myself a time or two. … More
Author: Eric Saretsky
survival training
What might seem an idyllic little water feature in my backyard, was the scene this week for survival training. Goldfish … More
Killing me softly
Our calico cat, the erstwhile feral feline, is killing me softly with her “song”. Or more aptly, her little cries … More
Hickory dickory deceased
I doubt any of us would have gotten much sleep had the hunting party’s return been at midnight. However, all … More
lessons in pond building
People my age should remember ‘paint by number’ kits from childhood. Not even the most supportive parent would confuse such … More
borrowed from my better half -Sheri Saretsky
an afternoon at the races
Having our son’s family over for a rescheduled Mother’s Day dinner yesterday included a spin around the block for our … More
Palliative pooches
As I get older, I tend to believe that pets have palliative ‘magic’ that helps their owners – and others … More
Lessons from Manzanar — Truths, Half-truths, and Sea Stories
For what they “might do” A road trip north of Los Angeles on Highway 395 went past a monument to … More