Monthly Archives: June 2009
An update
Mile 2176- Selkirk, Manitoba
Alas, The Kid awoke to trouble. He could hear the heavy breathing of Big Wet Black Paw from beyond the saloon doors. A snort of discontent wafted into the dimly lit room and up to his place at the bar. The men, who had been slouched over their drinks, parted like the Red Sea; their … Continue reading
Mile 1411
Lucinda climbed the bumpy logging road like a champ. Out of bug shadows we ascended until we broke through the sun bejeweled crust, through an atmospheric ocean’s golden surface and could go higher no further. Atop our hill, I could see the surrounding Canadian countryside for miles. And how we were enveloped by the rich light, … Continue reading
Mile 640
Once upon a time, and a rather exciting time at that, a raccoon waddled into a campsite. After a few moments, it found what it was smelling for- a piece of potato, a golden morsel, a vestige of the meal made over the fire the night before. Potato in his happy little grip, he returned … Continue reading
This is just to say:
Farewell Rivertown Ma, Please do not worry Thank you ol’ Bloodline, ol’ Friends, Heroes, Muses, oh Captain, my Captain. My very best Continue reading
