Growing toward union

Hello friends, With the new year approaching it seems natural to take stock of our selves, our friendships, and our accomplishments. Many measure their lives by the accumulation of things. Greed captivates us early on. So much to have.…
Gene Bianchi and Max

Mutual Healing With Max

Hi friends,Love of animals is a later life gift for me. It's amazing how we can be compassionate healers for one another when we can. Animals seem to know what's best for them, and often for "their humans." The holiday season seems to heighten…

Max on Hardship and Hope

There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.  -- Albert Schweitzer Hello friends, I asked Peggy how long I have complained about morning fatigue. Food helps and coffee/tea. She thinks it has to do…

Bigger Tents

Hi, friends, Thanksgiving is on the way, a time to reflect on the events of 2020. After the tumult of the recent election and its aftermath, I thought this poem on the circus might echo the dark and light of life. I remember the circus coming…

Venturing Toward Vibrancy

Below is a poem of mine from "Chewing Down My Barn," my second book of poems. While I'm thankful for all family and friends, and institutions that helped me along the way, this poem underscores gratitude for unusual happenings, eastern…