Small Spaces Contain Great Patriots.

Each year on Memorial Day, I try to touch on the experiences of my fellow veterans in remembering our friends, comrades, neighbors, uncles, cousins, and fine citizens who have given their all in service to this nation. Memorial Day is … Continue reading

Donald Of Arabia.

Before the scoffing gets out of control, I’d like to point to a visual from the television on Sunday morning: Donald J. Trump at the podium in the royal meeting hall of the House of Saud. Less than 50 feet … Continue reading

Not An Interview With Larry Timm Regarding “Murder For Emily’s Sake”

Several years ago I met Larry Timm at a writer’s conference. He was the other guy there. Seriously, it was mainly well dressed women. And Larry. We were both waiting for our chance to go and flop in front of … Continue reading

Lighten Up, Francis: Comey Had To Go.

Just a little note on this fine spring morning to all of the nattering-nitwits on the news: shut up. Let’s start with all of you who were howling for Comey’s head last fall when he “stole the election from Hillary.” … Continue reading

The DSM5 Hasn’t Gotten Around To Gardening – Yet.

Let’s start at the beginning: Yes, at the heart of it all it begins with dirt. Lots and lots of dirt. This is half of what came to visit (and stay) a few weeks ago. I decided to get the … Continue reading