Hand Jive Analysis

October 22, 2026

I think it first came to me while watching NFL analysts dissecting the first half of a Jets vs. Steelers game. Two out of the five experts talked using constant hand gestures to more emphatically make their points. Did you ever wonder if you tied their hands behind them if they’d become mute and unable […]

Spoiled Brat

October 22, 2026

The USA has afforded LeBron James the opportunity to play basketball and, in the process, becme a billionaire. Not to be outdone by the finalists in the wnba who diss the American flag and the people who who fought for their freedom….the mega rich prima donna gives zero attention to the Star Spangled banner and […]

Skedaddling Boo Weekly

October 22, 2026

For those who’ve never heard of Boo Weekley and his gallant effort to keep Western celebrations alive. Tap arrow to view

What in tarnation is happening?

October 22, 2026

As a cowboy, I must admit that I’m a bit forlorn about the state of affairs today. In speaking with a friend this week, we both lamented the fact that many colorful words of the past are no longer in use. I mean when was the last time you used the word ‘reckon’ or ‘skedaddle’….or […]

Joined at the heart

October 22, 2026

A very young cowboy read a terrific book recently. An unlikely friendship develops when a young American girl writes a pen pal letter to a boy in Africa. Let’s just say it’s a bond that will undoubtedly last forever. One of the ten best books read in a number of years…I Will Always Write Back […]

The optimist

October 22, 2026

A friend who is getting on in years shared that, as one ages, the gifts of our youth simply fade away. Being the optimist, he spoke of exploring new gifts that may prove to be more valuable and equally exhilarating as those that are now at rest. Perhaps, he said, we should be like meticulous […]

USA

October 20, 2026

I think Lee Greenwood shows here a love of country that shines brightly when others are trying to diminish the excellence of The USA. Tap arrow to view  

You decide

October 20, 2026

I had not heard of this incident until today. It’s self explanatory and surely has gone viral on the internet. When, in our lifetime, would something like this occur? JFK is rolling over in his grave. Tap arrow to view.  

Bye bye WNBA

October 20, 2026

This is a no brainer. Although Caitlin Clark has resuscitated the WNBA, I will no longer pay an ounce of attention to their non patriotic and pampered players. Teams in the finals representing Atlanta and San Francisco have chosen to stay in the locker rooms as The Star Spangled Banner is played. This is not […]

Glimmers

October 20, 2026

There are mini moments positioned in our day to help us put on hold the doubts and worries that tend keep us tethered to troubles. Stop right now and listen to Jason Mraz singing Living in The Moment or watch Train dance his way through Play that Song. Glimmers are getaway from me minutes where […]

It’s a wonderful day

October 18, 2026

A very young cowboy loves bluebirds. They remind me of the tune from the movie The Song of the South. You must remember those catchy lyrics… Zip A Dee do Dah…Zip a Dee Ay, My oh My What a Wonderful Day. I took the liberty of changing the first word to Blip a few years […]

A Step Ahead

October 14, 2026

I implore you to hang in there for a handful of points until one of the craziest doubles points ever is played. Hsieh Su-wei has redefined the phrase “Welcome to Toys R Us.” She’s the Nikola Jokic of tennis and undoubtedly the most creative and interesting doubles player since John McEnroe. Tap arrow to view […]

Carly Cat

October 14, 2026

A not so young cowboy learned of the passing of three former teammates last year. My, oh my, could they play! Their exit from this life prompted a thought. What would I, if my number was called, like to leave our daughter. Not having a million dollars or a condo in Vail, perhaps something simpler […]

The cure

October 10, 2026

Ok…here ya go, the cure for what ails ya. Step 1.  Pull the blinds Step 2.  Take a deep inhibition loosening breath Step 3.   Play They Call Me The Breeze by J.J. Cale Step 4.   Allow a wry smile to form on your face Step 5    Let the smile grow and begin […]

Life is Good

October 9, 2026

The American investment banker was at the pier of a small coastal Mexican village when a small boat with just one fisherman docked. Inside the small boat were several large fin tuna. The American complimented the Mexican on the quality of his fish and asked how long it took to catch them. The Mexican replied, […]

An Education by Marvin Gaye

October 8, 2026

We were a pretty good collection of players with two brothers and a bunch of white guys whose genes required them to play paint by the number basketball. Warming up against Phoenix College, it was an eye opener as we readied ourselves to play against Mo Layton and his band of brothers. The Bears had […]

Love Forever

October 3, 2026

  High up on our favourite hill Pockets full of dreams fulfilled Try to make the day stand still it makes me wonder If I tell you half enough How I’m thankful for your love Whatever lies in store for us please just remember That if you go before me I could plant a million […]

This is Our God

August 31, 2026

This is a WOWSER song for Dominic in New Zealand.   You Rock Dom!  

Genius

June 20, 2023

It was unlike any dream in my first seventy three years of life. The only word that comes close to describe it is ‘luminous’. There were reassuring voices of people in the past…ones no longer here but still somehow remaining in touch. It was clear that they live now in a remarkable place. Delete that…an […]

Crowd favorite

October 22, 2026

When Iam Tongi auditioned for American Idol in 2022, he was surely not projected to vie for the crown. The fact that he won just might be due to this song on his home sand. Tap arrow to view  

Legacy

October 22, 2026

Anne Frank wrote…’I want to go on living even after my death.’ “Writing is the gift of your presence forever.” Elyse Eidman-Aadahl

A Salt of The Earth Gentleman

October 21, 2026

Sally had recommended that I pick up a copy of the book Theo of Golden by Allen Levi. Well, I did and just finished it this morning. It’s nearly 400 pages long and I can count with three fingers the other books read of similar length. And to think, this is the author’s first book…and […]

Wowser!

October 20, 2026

This is a classic Christian song with great lyrics but renditions have been a bit sleepy over the years. Well, like a fuel injected Corvette, get ready for the middle to end of this song.  

Worth the effort

October 20, 2026

Brett Velikovich is the author of a terrific book entitled Drone Warrior. He spent years in Iraq fine tuning the U.S. drone program to eliminate terrorists. After finally getting burned out, he’s turned his efforts into using drones in other beneficial ways. Velikovich was recruited to help locate the African girls kidnapped by Boko Haram […]

The Silver Lining

October 20, 2026

The only survivor of a shipwreck was washed up on a small, uninhabited island. Exhausted, he eventually gathered what he could and managed to build a little hut out of driftwood to protect himself from the elements, and to store his few possessions. He prayed feverishly to be rescued, and everyday he scanned the horizon […]

Emotional mastery

October 20, 2026

The Head football coach for Ohio State made a revealing comment on tv last night. He said, ‘You have to play with emotion…but not let emotion play with you.’ How many tennis players do you encounter who let their emotions play with them?

Life is grand

October 20, 2026

A great friend is a terrific golfer and athlete who is a new dad to a four month old angel. He only gets to play once a week and I have asked if the new baby has given him some added perspective on the links. This fella, like many former competitive athletes, is prone to […]

Incredible

October 19, 2026

First of all, this fella has one great name…Gary Miracle. I read about his heroic attitude today in Harris Faulkner’s terrific book Faith Still Moves Mountains. Gary was stricken with a devastating, life endangering bacteria called sepsis.  He was sooo close to cashing in all the chips but somehow survived this nasty intruder. He ended […]

Outrageous

October 19, 2026

A booster shot can heal what ails us. A spiritual booster shot does for the soul what the former cannot. Tap on arrow to hear/see