Randy Newman Concert

In which a lifelong dream is fulfilled A hunched-over Randy Newman slowly walked to the Steinway, sat, and then turned…

Elders and Attitudes

Earlier this week, an acquaintance told me about an opening for a job that would require significant life experience plus…

Slim Potatohead in the Sun

No, this drawing didn’t come from a cabin-fevered mind under the effects of quarantine. I ran across the “Slim Potatohead”…

Visuals

Heirloom Heart Sliced open, this tomato was an “Oh my,” followed by a “Hey, take a look!” and then “Gotta…

Fishing, 1970 – 2016

1970 Not knowing what else to do with her, her inadvertent hostsĀ handed her a rod and reel, a can, and…

North Carolina: Carpe Carp?

In North Carolina, “Paylaking” pays off. Picture a 4-acre pond that, with proper management, can support up to 40,000 pounds…

Floating the French Broad

August 7, 2108 Dear Daughter, I’m excited about meeting your housemates, and especially eager to participate in the inner tube…