Mountain

Man in the coffee shop broad cowboy hat sleepy smile chaco sandals filthy feet with the grime, work, sweat, adventure — Bravo.  

Kayak

A summer haiku, dedicated to my favorite season. Written for my dear friend Mother Nature, who is apparently in treatment for depression. Kayak, river warm Happy are sunny days Painted toes

Behind Door #1

On Saturday morning, a new friend showed up with three bachelors in tow. They were his friends from the local sailing club — two of whom were in town for some event. Without us seeing each other, he placed me in one room, encouraging me to be a good sport, and...

Scarf By Finny

This post is the equivalent of all those who move to Phoenix and promptly adorn their homes with kokopellis. Nothing screams “NEWBIE!” like Native American metal imagery hung on the side of a house. (Except perhaps those who also add a lizard, rant and...

Mines

Sleepy Golden is home to the School of Mines — a university in the center of town. One of the foothills in town has a large white M painted on it for the school. Last night, the M was actually a 4. There are 4 days left in the school year. Those mining engineers...

Less Thor. More Thyme.

Have you seen Thor? Well. If you are interested in a Brazilian all-you-can-eat meat buffet? For $12, this is a steal. Because the meat? It’s well done. I have no idea who the blond actor is, but he is a Legends of the Fall-esq Brad Pitt and he’s so easy on...