I recall that "earlier me." Good memories...One of the reasons I'm responding is that I played poker with Coach Knowles a few nights ago. He's doing well. Also, I thought you'd like to know that in May Jeanelle will be guiding in Yosemite N.P. for the Smithsonian. She recently lent me a book that you may or may not have encountered, but that I'd recommend--"The Invention of Nature," by Andrea Wulf. It's primarily focused on the amazing Alexander von Humboldt, but its last few chapters pertain to his influence on others, including Bolivar, Darwin, Thoreau and Muir. At one point, Wulf describes Humboldt's attempt to climb Cotopaxi in Ecuador, a volcano that Jeanelle has summitted. I continue to enjoy your writing. Please let me know when it's time to resubscribe. Carp
Hi Carp! Nice to hear from you here and glad to hear a good report about Coach Knowles. Please tell him hi for me the next time you see him. Jeanelle's upcoming guiding is sure to be fantastic. Yosemite is such a rich, historic place. As it happens, the Wulf book is on my shelf (unread for now, sadly). You've got another six weeks on your subscription. I'm glad you keep reading; I hope it continues to offer something to you. -Adam
I am so glad that you have found the rhythm of sports again. Our athletes, jumpers in particular, are fortunate to have your guidance. The fire burns again!
Hi Adam, from far-away, exotic Camano Island,
I recall that "earlier me." Good memories...One of the reasons I'm responding is that I played poker with Coach Knowles a few nights ago. He's doing well. Also, I thought you'd like to know that in May Jeanelle will be guiding in Yosemite N.P. for the Smithsonian. She recently lent me a book that you may or may not have encountered, but that I'd recommend--"The Invention of Nature," by Andrea Wulf. It's primarily focused on the amazing Alexander von Humboldt, but its last few chapters pertain to his influence on others, including Bolivar, Darwin, Thoreau and Muir. At one point, Wulf describes Humboldt's attempt to climb Cotopaxi in Ecuador, a volcano that Jeanelle has summitted. I continue to enjoy your writing. Please let me know when it's time to resubscribe. Carp
Hi Carp! Nice to hear from you here and glad to hear a good report about Coach Knowles. Please tell him hi for me the next time you see him. Jeanelle's upcoming guiding is sure to be fantastic. Yosemite is such a rich, historic place. As it happens, the Wulf book is on my shelf (unread for now, sadly). You've got another six weeks on your subscription. I'm glad you keep reading; I hope it continues to offer something to you. -Adam
I am so glad that you have found the rhythm of sports again. Our athletes, jumpers in particular, are fortunate to have your guidance. The fire burns again!
I'm grateful you made space for me. It's been better for me than I expected in all sorts of ways, not least having more time with you.
I was proud of that 17year old. as well as the current version.
Couldn't have gotten anywhere without you!