Indian Schools
A look at the arrogant, misguided program to “improve” indigenous people by eradicating their culture.
USA
The Ol’ Dixie Mine
If you put your hand on a hot stove, then do it again, most folks would think you’re a slow learner. On the other hand,… Read More »The Ol’ Dixie Mine
Biosphere 2
”Where is Biosphere 1?”, people ask. Unless you’re an astronaut or a billionaire, you’re probably standing on it. Yes, the Earth is the first and… Read More »Biosphere 2
Only One Mistake
Let me begin by denying that we would ever plan to lunch at a bar frequented by real bikers. Our bar, in Cave Creek, AZ… Read More »Only One Mistake
A Favorite Place
The Musical Instrument Museum in Scottsdale is one of my favorite places. It’s immense. The upper floor is organized by continent. As you approach an… Read More »A Favorite Place
A Return to the Garden
I think “Return to the Garden” has a certain biblical tone, don’t you? Rest assured this is the last whiff of religion you’ll find in… Read More »A Return to the Garden
The Heard Museum – Paintings
I don’t have a lot to say about this exhibit other than I found it interesting. I think you can see how native culture is… Read More »The Heard Museum – Paintings
The Heard Museum – Home
I suck. ”Home” is an important part of the Heard – a window into the past of several important tribes. You can examine the clothing,… Read More »The Heard Museum – Home
The Heard Museum – An Introduction
If we lived forever, would we value life less? Would we value it at all? Is scarcity an essential attribute of value? Was it better… Read More »The Heard Museum – An Introduction
A Broken Promise
Leaving Roosevelt Lake, we headed southeast to Globe, Arizona for breakfast at a typical small town cafe. That is to say, everyone in the place… Read More »A Broken Promise
Tonto National Monument
Back in the day, and by “back” I mean about 900 years ago, a group of people now known as the Salado found a couple… Read More »Tonto National Monument
The Tonto Basin
When they see the word “Tonto”, people of a certain age can’t help but think of Jay Silverheels. A fine fellow to be sure, but… Read More »The Tonto Basin
Les Musées de Tacoma
OK, why the French? Search me. As I said in the last post, this voyage is light on photos. Just a few things that caught… Read More »Les Musées de Tacoma
Painted Desert – Part 2
We left the charms of the El Rancho in Gallup, New Mexico, drove west on Interstate 80 for an hour or so, and re-entered the… Read More »Painted Desert – Part 2
Home of the Stars
If you find yourself traveling along Interstate 40 near Gallup, New Mexico and in need of a place to lay your head, you could do… Read More »Home of the Stars