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Sharpie Art
This past weekend I got a chance to bust out my markers on my dive float as Alex Norton (very talented artist and tuna whisperer) burned a boar’s skeleton into a wooden sheath that pairs with a bone handled hunting knife. I started with the outline of the suction cups on the arm … Continue reading
Big Sur River: After Rain
On days when there is threat of rain, when you exhale steam, and when it hurts to get out from under the covers, it is often rewarding to push all reservations aside and to go play outside. On this particular day, I was rewarded for my efforts with almost complete solitude on my walk through … Continue reading
Hokusai Waves and Almond Scented Arthropods
Today, I was one of the few people out, enjoying the ocean and the woods, and for that matter, driving on Highway 1 South. Stepping out of the car, I had an overwhelming urge to walk towards the ocean, and this is what I saw: Side note: Please excuse the finger blocking the top of … Continue reading
Katsuma Dan – The Last One to Go
World War II? Midget submarine base? Marine Biological Station? What’s this all about? I saw this picture hanging up in Hopkins Marine Station, and I wanted to find out if there was any more to the story. Apparently Time Magazine wrote a piece called “Appeal to the Goths” (unfortunately, you can’t read the article unless … Continue reading
Thoughts on fish eye movement
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a fish track me with its eyes when it’s out of the water, however, underwater I’ve seen them move their eyes quite frequently. Just today, I went on a dive to the Metridium Fields (at the Breakwater, enter the water several hundred feet from the jetty, right in front … Continue reading
If you make funny faces…
In Calvin and Hobbes, there is a great thread of strips that depicts Calvin having his picture taken by his Dad, usually when he’s dressed up for the purpose of creating a family greeting card, a shot for the yearbook, etc. Though he dares not anger my Mom and sisters by making faces in family … Continue reading
Thrown for a loop
I’ve been running lately around Pacific Grove and Monterey, partly to get exercise and to feel good, but also partly to explore. There are numerous alleys, park pathways, hills and offshoots to explore, and I never fail to see something new. In front of one particular stretch, a faded blue Peugeot from the 80’s sits … Continue reading
In the water
I have been itching to get into the water lately, but there have been bacteria level advisories that made jumping in the ocean seem like an idea best acted upon by someone who had a strong immune system and more free time. Then Friday came, and I suddenly didn’t care any more–I would plant my … Continue reading
Beastie Boys: Top 5
1. My first copy of Check Your Head. Thanks Justin. 2. High school show at the Forum–Hello Nasty Tour 3. Older cousin introducing me to Licensed To Ill. Thanks Brett. 4. Not giving a fuck about the being the only one calling for an encore at a show in Osaka (that crowd was WEAK, but … Continue reading