Of all the ways to experience the western states, hiking is the immersive option. Whether you’re exploring national parks or enjoying regional secrets, hiking serves every age. That doesn’t mean it’s safe, exactly. Engaging with nature means venturing beyond civilized conveniences. All you have is what you bring, and who you’re with informs how far […]
If you’re a plumber you notice . . .
The dripping shower head. If you’re an arborist you note the colors and placement of flowers outside the window. If you’re an artist you notice the paintings. If you’re a scrabble player you notice the dictionary on the shelf. If you’re athletic you notice the glove and cleats. If you’re a reader you’re scanning the […]
The entrapment of rats.
Every neighborhood has its pests. Whether mosquitoes, mice, wasps, snakes, or centipedes, pestilence is a nuisance. We once lived in a neighborhood beset with rats. Despite our great fondness for Mrs. Frisby and her NIMH friends, we are not rat fans. Scratching in the attic is the opposite of a soothing seaside breeze. When we […]
Seeking guidance is like learning to sail.
Discerning the way of wisdom is a learned practice that begins with humility. Seeking a mentor. Sitting in the passenger seat. Asking questions of those who know more than we do. Humble pie is sweeter than a bowl of struggle, so it’s prudent to seek counsel when we need it. Guidance1 is better than guessing. […]
Baseball and battlefields.
Both feature an arena of engagement, skilled opponents, and a win-or-lose outcome. There are more people watching, listening to, and reading about these contests than participating, and both sides employ layers of strategy. Money flows, mistakes are made, tables turn, standout participants are remembered, and the supporting cast forgotten. Each results in the making or […]
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