Eyes like Exotic Insects

A neighbor’s niece was visiting from out of town. We were introduced. Hello. Hi. Your eyes, I said. Yeah, I know, she replied. They’re amazing. Yeah, I know. Confidence, you got to love it. Can I take your picture, I asked. Yeah. Great. In the shade of our backyard, She sat in front of theContinue reading “Eyes like Exotic Insects”

Quarry

Camera in hand, I chased a coyote through dry brush, Over two ridge lines And into a valley, Where she lost me for good. In a sweat, I plopped down, frustrated. I complained to myself. At last, I looked up In a field of yellow wild flowers, Sagely nodding in the breeze. I chuckled. LessonContinue reading “Quarry”

Mirror, Mirror

Say hello to Giovanna. Or Gio for short. Gio’s a mom and a marketer to boot. She’s into healthy eating, weight training, and silly humor. Emphasis on all three parts in equal measure. I’ve known Gio a long time, before the Age of Children. And now our girls are classmates and friends. They’re good buds.Continue reading “Mirror, Mirror”

Details in a Country Vineyard

Outside of Healdsburg, CA, deep in a maze of unimproved dirt roads, there’s a country vineyard called TEN Springs Ranch. It’s a steep, wild, and beautiful place. I was there with family and friends for an annual celebration. When I had my fill of conversation, I struck out alone to capture details that often goContinue reading “Details in a Country Vineyard”