Let’s talk about risk
Let’s talk about risk. Now I am about as risk-averse as they come, but three years ago, instead of drafting a list of New Year’s resolutions, I decided to try something new. I adopted “risk” as my “word of the…
Flowers and memories
At this time of year, when the irises start to bloom, my yard bursts with colorful memories. Every one of my irises represents a connection to a special person in my life. Here’s a brief peek. First blooms: These miniature…
Profile of a life on the Kaw
I had a terrifically fun assignment for the summer issue of Lawrence Magazine: A profile of Thomas Burns, a legendary fisherman on the Kansas River. Burns operated on the edge of the law, and sometimes just over the edge. Though…