God Only Knows

God Only Knows

by | Jun 20, 2025 | Music

The passing of  Brian Wilson last week at the age of 82 leaves a gaping hole in the universe. How one man could be responsible for bringing so much joy into the world is beyond comprehension. Brian and The Beach Boys sang of surfing and cars and California girls, the...
Fern Canyon Ramble

Fern Canyon Ramble

by | May 12, 2025 | Nature

The Fern Canyon Trail is an enchanted, serpentine meander, it follows tranquil Little River as it makes its way through the dappled forest light of Van Damme State Park on the Mendocino Coast. The voices of this gentle river are varied; shape-shifting tones that are...
Condiments On Parade

Condiments On Parade

by | May 3, 2025 | Meditations

The condiments are lined up like soldiers on the formica countertop. Captain Mustard, as yellow as a frosty glass of lemonade on a July afternoon, is their leader. He stands straight and tall, his flat-top helmet reaching towards the ceiling. He’s not “mean” like...
Mr. Don’s Classroom

Mr. Don’s Classroom

by | Apr 28, 2025 | Meditations

“Good morning boys and girls.” “Good morning Mr. Don!!” “It is so nice to see all of your smiling, white faces today. Before we begin our day, does anyone have any questions? Yes, Bob.” “Ah, my name is Roberto sir.” “In my classroom we use American names young man!”...
The Darkness

The Darkness

by | Apr 15, 2025 | Meditations

  How do we free ourselves from The Darkness? Right now it is all encompassing, like the thickest of fogs. The Darkness has a physical presence that is pure evil, an impermeable coat of armor that feeds on negativity and anger, hatred and chaos. The conundrum...