Movies

A Remarkable Story Hollywood Keeps Intact – Argo ****

  The true story of the rescue of six American civil service workers from Iran (who are trapped in hiding) during the 1979 Hostage crisis is material made for comic books or a black comedy for stage or film. Therefore the storyline behind Argo, Ben Affleck’s latest film depicting the events is quite remarkable.  The fact Read More…

Hike Photography

On Winter’s Doorstep?

With any thoughts of Indian Summer weather long gone and Halloween approaching – is winter far behind? The benefit (and detraction) of living in a high desert-alpine climate is that weather change can be quick, certain and dramatic.  A bright warm fall with vibrant colors was given a cease-and-desist order by the Weather Department and Read More…

Climb Hike Photography

Triple Crown and Double Dip

As the saying goes, last is not necessarily the least.  On Thursday, the statement could not be more applicable as Kyle and I successfully complete summiting (in 2012) the last of the highest peaks in the five mountain ranges (Pioneer, Boulder, Sawtooth, White Cloud and Smoky) surrounding the house.  The last, Saviers Peak at 10,441 Read More…