Patagonia says “let’s be first.” This time to save the planet. This past week Patagonia came out with a new mission statement: “Patagonia is in business to save our home planet.” “We’re losing the planet because of climate change, that’s the elephant in the room. Society is basically working on symptoms. Save the polar bear? […]
What I use: Patagonia’s Tough Puff Hoody
Guiding in the fall and winter is a challenge for me when it comes to comfort. Here in Virginia, with its variable weather, planning a day on our spring creeks takes a little ingenuity. 35 degrees at 7 a.m. can swing to 60 degrees by 2 or 3 p.m. that same day. And add a […]
On the passing of George H.W. Bush
Because the difference is so stark between George H.W. Bush and the current occupant of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue the loss is felt more profoundly. This is wonderful tribute to George H. W. Bush by Bill Clinton. Source: Bill Clinton: George H.W. Bush’s Oval Office note to me revealed the heart of who he was – […]
Happy Thanksgiving 2018
“Let us remember that, as much has been given us, much will be expected from us, and that true homage comes from the heart as well as from the lips, and shows itself in deeds.”
Khashoggi, cash and Trump
Fred Ryan gets it right. “Stable, peaceful societies, governed by leaders who respect the rights of their people, need journalists who can expose wrongdoing and hold the powerful to account. It is no mere coincidence that many of the worst abusers of press freedom are also some of the world’s most dangerous actors.” Source: Khashoggi […]
Powerful Words
General Milley’s message is outstanding. Check it out This is why we fight. pic.twitter.com/dYpqAEso6e— GEN Mark A. Milley (@ArmyChiefStaff) November 11, 2018