I consider myself to be that ‘warrior’ who will continue to fight on a daily basis for myself, for my loved ones, and any underdog…
Category: Essays/Poetry
ESSAY: Re-imagining the American Dream
What better nation to pioneer this future than one composed of the world’s peoples?
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Retired… or Just Plain Tired?
On March 2nd, I turned 74 (and my liver turned 92)…
PHOTO ESSAY: Flag Day in Pagosa Springs, 2025
One of the organizers was counting the marchers as they passed, and the total I heard later suggested that the crowd had numbered over 500 participants…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: What a Father Can Give His Kids
He was a star attorney who made so much money that he could afford a house with a swimming pool and a skating rink…
BOOKISH: Phones, and Books
My cell phone died last week, I told them. Derek and Emily looked up from their own phones. That got their attention…
BOOKISH: Humor Writing
Very few knew Baskin was a writer. His wife, of course. And his dog. He figured he was safe with the dog…
PHOTO ESSAY: Seeds of Learning Class of 2025
Congratulations to the Graduates and all those who love them…
A DIFFERENT POINT OF VIEW: Angels and Miracles
I asked the videographer if he happened to get her name. That’s when things got strange…
BOOKISH: Write Like Kerouac
It’s one way to finish that book…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Small Private Colleges That Graduate the ‘Rudys’
Our political science graduates are happy to inspire the current generation of students and share their secrets of success…
BOOKISH: It’s Good to be the King
No matter what the King does, no matter how many fumbles and blunders, he’s still the King…
DEVIL MOUNTAIN CHRONICLES: Ignoramus and Andy
“It’s pretty complicated.” I said, realizing the dumb had just gotten dumber….
BOOKISH: Sex Writing for Beginners
Writing about sex is a minefield. Like the act itself, a lot can go wrong. And like the act itself, it was probably because you did something you weren’t supposed to do…
INTEL FOR THE IVORY TOWER: Our Often-Underappreciated Mothers
For all the mothers out there who put in the hard labor, the uncalculated child care and counseling, and the general love they show us, Happy Mother’s Day…
PHOTO ESSAY: Grand Opening Event at the Springs Resort
A change in the landscape. Historic place continues its legendary healing attraction…
BOOKISH: You Are a Writer
She doesn’t know she’s a writer. I finished her rather lengthy review. It was filled with insight and attitude…
PHOTO ESSAY: The Senior Center Spring Fling Soiree
Archuleta Seniors Inc. extends their profound gratitude to the community for their support and camaraderie in celebrating their work…
BOOKISH: Telepathy for Writers
I wanted to introduce myself. From twenty feet away I glanced at Emily. Could I pull up a chair? She glanced back. Don’t even think of it…
