In all of the years I have run at the Ranch, there have been very few times where there have not been model airplanes flying high over the open field neighboring the parking lots. Of course, I never seem to have a good enough camera to capture the … [Continue reading]
This morning, I sit in my warm California home scanning through the news stories and online photos of the hurricane's aftermath. Throughout the week, I've seen a few similar photos but had not really looked at them in mass as I have today. While I … [Continue reading]
There are times, MANY times, when your fight for something you want seems futile. You fight harder, giving it all you've got, and still don't see the results you desire. Maybe, you get down on yourself -- have a pity party of sorts -- but you know … [Continue reading]
Each year, around this time, we remember those who have gone before us. For my family, the string of deaths began with my stepfather, followed by my brother-in-law's little brother (3 months later), and then Tom (another 3 months later). There was a … [Continue reading]
Last night I fell asleepAnd saw you dancing in my dreamsJust like the autumn leavesHave fallen just for you, all for you. You changed my lifeYou changed my waysI don't even recognize myself these daysIt must be a reflection of you, only you, ohI … [Continue reading]