One of our favorite books from the last couple of years was Laura Hillenbrand’s “Seabiscuit, An American Legend.” It took life in the film “Seabiscuit”, which told the story but lacked the richness of the real saga. The PBS special (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/seabiscuit/) added some of the fibers of the story and the historical feel of 1930’s … Continue reading “Seabiscuit Lives On”
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Bentley joins the Polar Bear Club
Just a short note about Bentley. Despite his German heritage, he’s not fond of cold weather or snow. We’ve learned this on our ventures into the snow country. He takes his walks, but is ever-so-eager to get back to a warm condo or into the car. But he surprised us the other night, when he … Continue reading “Bentley joins the Polar Bear Club”
Coyotes and Bears at Mammoth Lakes
Around Mammoth, you’ll see many signs and bumper stickers admonishing us to “help our bears†or “save our bearsâ€. They’re usually meant as reminders to keep your food trash away from the bears, so that they don’t become dependent on human food, start sleeping on park benches in the middle of town and panhandling among … Continue reading “Coyotes and Bears at Mammoth Lakes”