Nov 19, 2015
On any given day, wading birds ubiquitously dot the tidal creek banks. Like sentinels at the water’s edge, they space themselves equidistant from one another. Most common among them are the great egrets, snowy egrets, and great blue herons. Sometimes I hesitate to...
Sep 21, 2015
I learn things by operating a charter business. In fact, I’ve learned a lot of geography from charter guests. Since many visitors come from Michigan, I’ve learned to navigate my way around Michigan’s “mitt.” I’ve learned that one is either from Chicago or from the...
Aug 6, 2015
THE SLOWER YOU GO THE LESS DAMAGE YOU DO “The slower you go, the less damage you do.” “Always leave yourself an escape route.” These words came from my boss during the first few days of work at Bohicket Marina. As such, my professional mariner’s career began. I...
Jul 15, 2015
I sat across the glass top desk from Mary Brent and Sharon. We gathered to hash out details of the upcoming Southern Sampler Artist Colony Saltmarsh Adventure. I didn’t recognize Sharon. I’d only known her dressed in character as the Gullah Lady. “Words and Rhythm...
Jun 12, 2015
On an island surrounded by saltwater, Fresh water is essential to life The older, bigger white dog walked straight ahead, claws rhythmically scratching the pavement. The younger, smaller black dog excitedly zigzagged, bouncing each way on the end of her leash. The...
