The assignment seemed simple enough, almost benign at first, however that is because I forgot it has been nearly a quarter of a century since I left school and just less than that since I escaped the reservation. I am… Continue reading

The trail up the river had been a long one for the young tribal deputy and his horse. He was searching for the young men who had taken the dug-out canoe that rested in the camp park that was once… Continue reading

The 9/11 Commission released its long-awaited report on the terrorist attacks that reshaped the world on Saturday. While the report was supposed to provide a comprehensive account of the events, omissions have sparked controversy and renewed questions about the role… Continue reading

Tommy held the door open for Mary as she stepped in side. The sign by the register counter said, “Seat Yourself.” Together they selected a booth that looked out towards the Crescent City Harbor. “Tell me again, why you selected… Continue reading

Believe it or not, there was time when the family sat around at night and talked to each other. Sometimes they would read or work on homework, but they would spend time together. Unfortunately those times seem to have slipped… Continue reading

Once they loaded the 40th Presidents casket aboard Air Force Three, I decided to go outside and relieve myself the heaviness by doing some yard work. As I pushed the lawn mower over the grass I caught myself looking skyward… Continue reading

For crying out loud, all I wanted to do was lie down and catch myself a nap before my wife got home. Not going to happen. Dogs keep barking, telephone keeps ringing, and people at the door and I continue… Continue reading

I was working for KEKA in Eureka pending the sale of the station to a broadcast company in Reno. While there, I arranged to live with my mom and step-dad until the sale was completed. However after four and a… Continue reading

Contrary to what Charlie Russell said, not everything can be done from the back of a horse. As a rule I tried to stay away, far away from the feed lot and pens when this subject of checking cows for… Continue reading

“Tornado reported jus’ north of here,” the Sergeant stated as he came into our office. Memories of Texas raced through my head, “I didn’t know there were tornadoes in Wyoming,” I said feeling a pit of fear welling up in… Continue reading