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...
OMG

OMG

The British would say OMG means “oh my giddy aunt”. In America, “oh my God” is an often-used abbreviation that is an expression of excitement, shock, surprise, anger or disbelief. The logic that follows is my attempt at “weaving” together facts with a definite goal in...
Self Deprecation

Self Deprecation

Hank has been riding an electric scooter to school and some after school activities. Only one minor crash but his grandparents worry, he is only 10.  Today he told he may want to trade the scooter for an electric bike.  He is good about wearing his helmet but it is an...
Super Moon

Super Moon

I have felt uncommonly emotional as I watched the Democratic Convention unfold. There were some amazing speakers, who I will mention in a bit. The vibe was joyous and positive. The Orange Doolally (crazy, deranged uncle) was called out for so many of his inglorious...
Frost your Socks

Frost your Socks

It seems that as I age, memories come flooding back of people and positive events in life.  My boss, mentor and friend, Gene is facing the end of his time on this planet. When I moved to Boise, Gene informed me I needed a place in McCall to invest time with my...