I cut my hunting teeth, so to speak, on going out in the fields in Ontario, New York, pursuing the Chinese ringneck pheasant. I was 14, and my Dad, about 40 years older, was my teacher and hunting partner, along with our mongrel dog, Wilbur, who had a natural nose on him. At that...
I achieved one of my weekly goals today, getting out to my sacred spot for a bit. What a blessing to take a few moments on such a glorious spring day. These first really warm days each spring hold a special space that goes beyond warm temperatures and sunshine. There is something so renewing...
Yesterday I spent some time with my best friend, Chris, wandering about the sundance field. It was one of those days in early spring that is just giving strong hints of the warmer weather lying just ahead, but not quite here with us yet. Temperatures kept climbing all day, as did the wind, which...
My friend, Rob, recently sent out a question to a group of us: what makes you happy? Below is the response I sent to Rob and the group. Rob – Quick answer to your query: what makes me happy? Many things come to mind, but two rise to the top. The first is one...
Yesterday I spent some time with my best friend, Chris, wandering about the sundance field. It was one of those days in early spring that is just giving strong hints of the warmer weather lying just ahead, but not quite here with us yet. Temperatures kept climbing all day, as did the wind, which...
Since my tendonitis became chronic (and other ailments that have discovered me!), I have found that I need to adjust many things in my life. I have been heating my house with wood since 1978, and still love cutting firewood. These days, the only way I can do it without trashing my body is...