Veterans’s Day

Raising the Flag Think about the American Flag on Veteran's Day. Why is it the most recognized flag in the world? The sight of the American Flag makes one think of: freedom, independence, liberty, justice, opportunity, hope, security, family, and friends. People from all over the world have been migrating to and settling this continent …

Tunnel Vision

Box Culvert A small stream flows through the neighborhood park. Usually just a trickle, the stream leaves the park through a 36" culvert underneath a busy street. The well-traveled street has been blocked off for over a month so I took a stroll down thru the park to see what was taking so long. Whoa! …

Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do A family of four work out together at their local dojang four nights a week. Working toward their blue belt, the 45 minute workouts help improve strength, endurance, flexibility, self-confidence, agility and reflexes. The sport also has a large mental component, which requires focus and concentration. Practicing and living up to the …

Moro Rock

A mere 400 steps to the top of Moro Rock provides a panoramic view of Sequoia National Park in northern California.  Its elevation is only 6,725' but it provides a clear view of the much taller peaks along the western divide. For the most part, the steps are guarded from the drop off by a …

Veteran’s Day, 2014

Many thanks to all the men and women in uniform putting their life on hold while they honorably serve their country.  And their families that are enduring their own challenges, anxiety, and hardships to personally support them. Thought for the Day:  Of the four wars in my lifetime, none came about because the United States was too strong. …