For days, Toby’s been craving pie. Me too, along with everything we can get our hands on during the COVID-19 pandemic. But given my gut issues and my ever-widening backside, I decided to see what I could whip up that wasn’t so laden with flour and sugar. Here’s my best effort so far
Wild Turkey Morning at Heron Lake
I stood at the window and watched a wild turkey parade go by this morning, across the driveway and up the hill into the pinons. One, two, three, four, five, six, eight, ten, twelve, and finally fourteen if I counted correctly. They are so goofy and regal at the same time, scurrying and bobbing their ugly heads as if they don’t know how unattractive they are, holding themselves very erect. At that moment they unquestionably owned that spot of ground on which they stand.
Trying to Make a Living, New Mexico Style
I’m frequently certain that I’m the luckiest and/or most blessed person alive. I get to live and work in New Mexico and I get to share my experiences with you. It’s a great life.
Harding County Photos – Wordless Wednesday
Some of these photos have appeared in a previous post, but it’s been a while. These are all in […]
Breaking the Mold and Being Grateful for Your Story: Tiffany Dowell-Lashmet
You might not know this (or maybe you’re already a huge fan) but I recently started my own podcast called Lifesaving gratitude. I named the podcast after my (also recently published) memoir Lifesaving Gratitude: How Gratitude Helped Me Beat Stage IV Cancer. You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts, but if you’re new to podcasts, check the links I’ve provided at the bottom of this post to find it.
World War II Hero – Kike Waltmon
Webster‘s dictionary defines a hero as a man of distinguished courage or ability, admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. We all live our entire lives in the midst of quiet heroes – the guy next door, the lady in the post office. People of exceptional courage who risked their lives for noble causes move through our lives without recognition, and frequently their great deeds go unsung by personal choice.
Always Go to The Funeral
I recently read a post entitled “Always Go To The Funeral.” A woman named Diedre Sullivan wrote it for […]
Calabacitas for the California Nieces
This is a repost from 2010, but there’s never a bad time to make calabacitas. . .Are your zuchinis ready? […]
Pie Town, the Lightning Field and the VLA
I wrote this for a good friend of mine. You might like to try it yourself. For good fortune, head for […]
OF MESQUITES AND PAYING ATTENTION IN NEW MEXICO
When the mesquites bloom in northeastern New Mexico, it’s time to plant your garden. But first you have to take time to notice them.