I’ve been a pretty poor poster recently, and for that I’m sorry.  And what I have posted has mostly been about my digestion.  For that, I’m sorry as well.  It just dawned on my, faithful reader, that I’ve left you hanging in this digestive dirge without resolution.  For all you know, I’m dead. I’m not. Here’s an... more »

My daughter Maia plays tenor sax in the Duluth Central Jazz Band.  They’ve really come together this year, and for the first time since forever, have one the festival.  Here’s their performance from the Saturday evening concert featuring Chris Caine on trombone.  Maia is right behind him.  Enjoy all 7:12. HVViw-69AjM more »

Here’s 2 minutes of pure joy.  JMdFe9s1HP8 In some parts of Canada, they’d call this a snow chesterfield. more »

Last week happened.  Typical. Monday started with the miraculous birth of my 12th niece/nephew, Lila Kay.  She was 7 lbs. 6 oz. of perfection, born to my brother, Nate, and Darcie at 7:38 a.m. via C-Section.  Her older sisters, Marryn and Ani, are thrilled with her.  Her 20 month old brother, Alec, is devastated.  Said... more »

One week into my 45th year, I was privvy to a revolution plot and had my first CAT Scan.  Why did I put the scan off so long?  I realize these gizzmos have been around for awhile, but this was my first opportunity to slip into the donut. Actually, the scan was a non-event except for the half gallon of... more »

I celebrated my 45th birthday earlier in the week with a morning trip to my local Digestive Health Center. I was walking the four blocks to the nearest bus stop when it happened again.  My friend Kevin, on his way out the door, asked, “Are you headed to work?” I decided on candor.  “No.  I’m catching a... more »