Weave me Alone

Weave me Alone

When I was in high school, my Dad, all the boys called him Ed, taught me a life lesson. The fourth of 5 boys, I was pretty much left to my own supervision. I came home very late one night, probably after a beer or two. I told a tale that could only have made sense to...
Brass Monkey

Brass Monkey

I am very fortunate to have a few friends who push me to think about things nonpolitical.  This week I got interested in the Bay of Fundy and turn of the century sailing ships. Thanks to Mr. Breaux and Dr. Pete for stretching my scope of interest. I may mention Jack...
Stage Fright

Stage Fright

I attended the 12th Annual Women in Leadership Conference this week. I still serve on the Andrus Center Board as the Treasurer and remain a loyal friend and supporter of Idaho’s most memorable Governor, Cecil Andrus. You only had to meet Cece once for him to always...
Old Acquittances

Old Acquittances

I was a young bank Manager living in Blackfoot, Idaho in l986. Growing up in Pocatello, I let the management team know that the only place I would not live in Eastern Idaho was Blackfoot.  We had a bitter rivalry in high school, and it had left a negative impression....
De-bait

De-bait

Kamala Harris chased the Orange Wanker across the stage to force him to shake hands and look her in the eye. The Vice President was obviously prepared for the crucial 90 minute debate. Harris has a personality, a command of the English language, the ability to think...