Life and Death on the Prairie

We set out on a stunning late fall day to go fishing, heading west in search of a small lake that Don has not been to in 50+ years. He has childhood memories of catching bullheads, a local catfish and wanted to share the experience with me. As always, the deal is, you clean em,…

Mind-Blowing Monday

Monday Morning! The world and its people and/or critters amaze, irritate and/or delight me. Most recently: I am an embarrased Denver Broncos fan. Aqib Talib what were you thinking when you poked another player in the eye? Not intentional you say. Man up. Why do so many people care about Starbuck’s blank red cup? This is…

Snooping around Critter Food Stashes

A lovely blue sky this morning, and the winter scene has melted away. A heat wave–50 degree days–replaces yesterday’s cold air blast. Still, my little fireplace warms my feet and disperses the early morning chill. At lunch yesterday, I drive out to a nearby lake/park. My goal is to walk, enjoy the winter scene, and scout…

Auctioneers at Last

I am eager to find a new writing topic; however, I must finish what I started. Besides, if I don’t write about the Auctioneer, you will read only about the enticing view from my large picture window– snow accumulated overnight and my world is white. I sit in my easy chair, taking in the view,…

More About Auction Sales

When we last met I was writing a series about auction sales. A two-day minister continuing education event, youth group, Halloween, and Sunday worship interrupted that train of thought. On Monday, I fired up the faux fireplace, curled up into a little ball inside my warmest comforter, like a squirrel easing into hibernation in her…