Musing

May 19, 2023

Esprit Memories

My old boss and mentor, Doug Tompkins, passed away last December after a kayaking accident. He was a world-class entrepreneur, devoted outdoor enthusiast and a major conservationist.

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Dysfunctional Family Memoir Musing

February 22, 2021

Twilight of Sundown Soldier

“Dad’s got cancer.” Barbie’s voice quivered between fear and indignation.

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Musing Sexuality Spirituality

April 30, 2020

IN SPIRIT

Whenever Easter comes along, my thoughts return to my spiritual upbringing, mainly how lucky I was to be a kid who didn’t have religion rammed down his throat by his family, or by his church.

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