California Fly and Camp

California Fly and Camp

by | Aug 1, 2021

My wife started lobbying early: “The California boys are going camping. You should go. Everybody is asking for you. Damien is cooking.” I was reluctant. I didn’t want to take time off work. I hadn’t gone anywhere since The Contagion started and...
Dutch Oven Rhubarb Cobbler

Dutch Oven Rhubarb Cobbler

by | May 9, 2021

Dutch Oven Rhubarb Cobbler   Spring hasn’t officially arrived until the rhubarb is up. One morning a few leaves poke through the frost covered mulch; by the end of the week, giant rosettes of primordial leaves on bright red stalks cover that corner of the garden....
Seasonal Concupiscence

Seasonal Concupiscence

by | Apr 15, 2021

Spreading maples throb with bees The air tastes like honey Everywhere, trees are blooming Here and there, beneath licentious conifers and cottonwoods dripping with pollen, a shy morel appears.
2020 Socially Distant Easter

2020 Socially Distant Easter

by | Apr 1, 2021

April 11th, 2020. For the first time in decades, the Easter Bunny BBQ was cancelled, all because of the Damned Contagion. Amy and I decided we would celebrate the holiday between ourselves. It is important to maintain your normal routines when quarantined. With no...