Surprising Fungi of the Sonoran Desert
August 5, 2026
A friend of mine moved from the east coast to here in the Sonoran Desert, a very different climate. A desert is a fascinating place,
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A Blooming Boojum in the Neighborhood
July 29, 2026
A nearby neighbor has a really interesting plant in their front yard: a boojum tree (Fouquieria columnaris). They used to have two, but sadly one
The Mystery of the Quiet Morning in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
July 22, 2026
My friend allows me to share her White Mountain cabin for a few days while we ride our horses in the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest. As
Finding My Writing Muse from the Desert to the Gulf
July 8, 2026
I’ve heard people can go into a room without windows and work, writing productively. I’ve never been able to think clearly in silence or without
The Secret History of New York City’s Sidewalk Boulders
June 24, 2026
I was in Manhattan recently to sing in Carnegie Hall. When I lived in New Jersey, I would often enjoy a weekend in the Big
Craving an Authentic New York Bagel? Here is the Culinary Science Behind the Perfect Chew
June 18, 2026
I traveled to Manhattan recently to sing at Carnegie Hall with the Arizona Women’s Chorus. While the other women all had lists of sights they
