A successful last day. That means getting kids out and in skies. Getting them back in and getting gear squared away and rooms clean. Riding about 5 hours while keeping everyone, staff included, as happy as possible. Returning those kids to their parents and making the parents as happy as possible. And last, enjoying a … More Day 4
Camp is almost over. As a ski camp, that means the kids have adjusted enough so that they are mostly off with their ski leaders on the hills. That also means that I have a bit more time to play. Today’s bit of play meant going down the skil hill on a plastic sled. Which, … More Day 3
Another busy and successful day of camp. Kids and staff are spending a lot of time up on skies. I’m doing my best to help keep things smooth. One of the good things of camp is not only getting to know a lot of great people, but also getting to see those you know in … More Day 2
Early tomorrow morning I’ll be joining a staff of excellent people and helping take a large group of kids into mountains for skiing. Skiing is a bit outside my skill set. I blame that on growing up in Florida and Georgia where, for the most part, skiing meant water not snow. Of course, I’m not … More Into the Wild
After a full day of teaching and trying to move on some of my other hobbies, I am beat. All I’ve really got the energy for is to open up a Superman comic and do some reading. I’m about four issues in to my 1991 read and I’m having fun. There have been a few … More Day’s End with Superman
I spent a large part of the day playing with my little guy. We sang, danced, read some books and watching some videos. In the afternoon the Mrs. took over and I did a little bit of work (sadly not on my writing). I also prepped something I’ve been wanting to do for a while … More Reading Superman
I’ve been battling with some sinus congestion for the past week. The timing had me wondering if it was a sickness or some kind of allergies. I’ve never really had allergies, but they are a bug thing over here in Japan, especially in the spring time. I have also heard that they can come on … More Ear, Nose, and Throat
Last night I went to bed thinking about what to write this morning. I mulled over writing about my son and the joys of fatherhood. Perhaps I would write about how the three of us played together last night and the importance of family. Basically I was going to try for something uplifting. Then I … More Devos Dissappontment: Shame on you, Senators
As an aspiring novelist and podcaster I find myself constantly searching for the best way to get my message out there. That message currently is “Hey! Read my stuff! Listen to my stuff!” A lot of friends have heeded this message, and a few have been kind enough to ask “What else can we do?” … More Comprehensive Guide to Supporting Brent Thomas
We all need something that clears our heads. Something that helps us relax and get those good feelings flowing. Hopefully we’ve got more than one trick that gets us centered. I know I’ve got a couple. Sometimes a simple hot shower will work. Sometimes all it takes is 30 minutes on my rowing machine. Working … More Ukulele Smooth
Deadly Troubadour 