With all the accumulated experience of six decades, including a quarter-century of military experience, thirty-five years as a dog-parent, and … More
Tag: relationships
playtime
If you carry your childhood with you, you never become older. Tom Stoppard, dramatist The child’s finger pointing forward and … More
what’s for dinner?
Having a birthday in the same week that has Thanksgiving in it is as challenging as those “misfortunate” ones who … More
paw prints
Dexter, Comet, my wife and I had a full day spent with the dogs. We ran errands with them, dropped … More
Mad about plants n pots
There’s a little store along the 101 in Encinitas, California that only yesterday became a favorite. And that is due … More
building blocks and sweat deals
As a younger man, I used to enjoy browsing flea markets and yard sales on the weekend. Now, I am … More
old dogs and elder gentlemen
One of my dearest friends and mentors is not himself these days. I mean to say, that the keen mind … More
baker’s muse
All people have certain aspirations, ambitions or hopes that guide their steps. Before I entered the Navy in my late … More
A day at the Navy beach
A half-dozen round-trips to the sea thrilled a little boy today. For an old Senior Chief, training new Navy Officers … More