– Am I Living My Best Life? – Nothing is more important than being honest with myself. To be appreciative of my good qualities, aware of my faults, and sincere enough about self-improvement to leverage one against the other. To be honest about what I need to be happy; not what social media says is cool, but the elements of life that spark my curiosity, … Continue reading Being Honest with Myself
– Wild Moments I Haven’t Shared Until Now – I returned to Middle Fork Outfitters in May 2015 to help Ron prepare for the fall hunting season. He was already at Simplot irrigating the pastures, provisioning the ranch, and getting the stock used to working again. A pile of gear and supplies awaited my arrival at the B-C Ranch; I was to sort it into … Continue reading Learning the Hard Way
– 5 Reasons to Embrace Positive Thinking – Superheroes in the 1960s weren’t as impressive as they are today. There were no computers, no CGI; Superman couldn’t really fly and Batman was funnier than he was fearsome. Instead, we had heroes with whom we could relate; men of substance stacked just a little bit higher than most. They might be stronger or faster or smarter … Continue reading Being Optimistic is Best
– See the Donut, Not the Hole – I had money for food or fuel, but not enough for both. It would be a few days until my Social Security check arrived; the couple dozen dollars left in my account would finance a trip to town but there would be nothing left for groceries. “Payin’ dues,” I reminded myself… though it was of little consolation. … Continue reading 4 Strips of Bacon for Thanksgiving
– Still Relies on Experience – Sixty-eight isn’t old, but I can see old age from here… and I’m mindful to keep my distance. My body moves well but sometimes complains; it might be a little past its prime. Definitely past roped climbs and long winters alone, but I’m still excited to visit wild places and see things seldom seen. My recent trip to Austria … Continue reading Old Dog Learns New Trick
Taylor talks about his love interest in Poland, eliciting skepticism from his friend Maynard. The conversation delves into the complexities of love & personal connections, highlighting the author’s unconventional life choices & perspectives. Continue reading When Men Talk about Love
– Adventures Don’t Always End Well – Honestly, I was tired of the mountain man experience. Not ‘burned out’ like I was from my business life before Idaho, but tired of the hard work, discomfort, and social sacrifice that were an unavoidable part of being a modern-day hermit. During the 2020 winter expedition, I spent months alone in the frozen Frank Church Wilderness contemplating my … Continue reading When Big Plans Fail Big-Time
– Making Money Can Be Fun! – Adventures and side hustles have always been intertwined with me. My adventures cost money and I don’t have sponsors or people willing to pony up for my expeditions. I always had to earn the extra money I needed to finance my adventures. And everyone needs adventure in their lives. The excitement and variety add to the quality of … Continue reading Side Hustle Adventure
– Life Loves Happy People – “What are you so damn happy about?” asked the production chief. He was generally grouchy and it seemed to annoy him when I came in with a Howdy-Doody smile on my face. “It’s better than being sad,” I replied. “Do I need a reason to be happy?” “There’s not much to be happy about,” he groused. “Don’t you watch … Continue reading A Good Reason to Be Happy
– Urban Hermits Miss the Fun – I think everyone knows what a hermit is… we might imagine the details differently, but almost all of us see him as an unkempt loner. Not dirty, but unattended. We imagine his loneliness. I experimented with being a hermit, even an ascetic, and I thought those experiences were great topics for articles. So I have been talking with … Continue reading How to Deal with Loneliness
