The Morgue, the Merrier
Satchmo, of course; the Marsalis family, naturally, even Ann Rice, and her vampirish underground. But me living in Louisiana? You’ve got to be kidding! I… Read More »The Morgue, the Merrier
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Medical Checkups in Sterlington, LA
Not only did I have to relinquish my California Driver’s License when I moved to Louisiana, I also had to move the cornerstones of my… Read More »Medical Checkups in Sterlington, LA
Hazardous Turnips: 5
The continuing story from Duck Dynasty country about a paper mill and the people caught in its hopper.
Orientation in Ruston with Shakespeare
I saw gangs of young people coming at me from every direction wearing blue shirts that said “Wear, Live, Think, Dream.” Luckily, they were friendly.… Read More »Orientation in Ruston with Shakespeare
Mosquitoes Create Jobs
It’s been a year since I arrived in the northeastern portion of Louisiana, a wilderness and a wonderland to a northerner who has never lived… Read More »Mosquitoes Create Jobs
Movie Review: Latest Trek
We are God’s Infidels driving to Pecanland Mall on Sunday morning (everyone’s in church) to see the new blockbuster, Star Trek into Darkness, purchase tickets,… Read More »Movie Review: Latest Trek
Hazardous Turnips: 4
“…she was short on sleep and in no mood for bad news.” There was no other way to tell her except for straight out. “Was… Read More »Hazardous Turnips: 4
Hazardous Turnips: 3
“There you are. I thought maybe you went home to plant watermelons.” Mark climbed out of a truck. “What’s bugging you? You told me to… Read More »Hazardous Turnips: 3
Hazardous Turnips: 2
Jay hurried to the finishing area, glad it was getting warmer and that he didn’t need to freeze his buns off working outside. Over these… Read More »Hazardous Turnips: 2
Hazardous Turnips:1
At the end of July, the turnips were lush. They grew alongside the entrance to the plant, bright green fronds waving in the afternoon heat… Read More »Hazardous Turnips:1