A new tradition
Ajax here; most of the world waits in alcohol-injected anticipation of yet another false milestone; the dropping of a ball, the launching of a "free" fireworks display, anything that gives…
In pursuit of happiness
It's almost impossible to believe that it has been almost three years since I exited my crate and took my place as the Queen of the Casa del Whackos. I…
Do not go gently into that good night
One of dad's strongly held beliefs is that you never have to worry about entering your second childhood if you absolutely refuse to leave your first. This may explain why…
Feliz Navidad…
...to the extended family of inmates that encompasses the globe, and beyond. When I say beyond, I mean to include those that may have gone on before, but remain here…
Repairer of the Breech
The highway from Tres Piedras to Taos is as straight as a string, both sides of the road densely populated by sagebrush and little else. The only sign of habitation,…
Stop, drop, and roll
We've all heard the instructions; when you're on fire, stop running, drop to the ground, and roll to put out the flames. Sound advice in the literal, but even more…
Tim and Marissa
Dad here; Oba(mom's mom from North Carolina, flew in last week for Kats graduation, and will be staying at the Casa for the next couple of weeks. As an 82…
