The Ones Who Jumped
Veterans Day, November 11, 2020. My first thoughts are on those Vietnam veterans who, after 50 years, still have lingering …
Author Archives: JABurger
A Backcountry Adventure
ROAD CLOSED. BRIDGE OUT. That was the sign that greeted Jeff, Don, Marc, and me as we rode our motorcycles …
Life Interrupted: Now and 50 Years Ago
“Hey Grandpa, you’re a pretty old guy, do you remember if anything like this coronavirius disruption ever happened before?” Versions …
To: Grandpa—a Get Well Letter
Presidents Day: I didn’t sleep most of the night, but then fell asleep around 4:00 AM and woke up mid-morning …
A Ride Down Memory Lane
“You must be nuts! How can this be fun?!” —said my sweet wife with some exasperation in her voice. This …
Big Bend Adventure: Day 3, Castolon Historic District and Santa Elena Canyon
The murky water was now at mid-thigh as I took yet another careful step toward my destination on the other …
Big Bend Adventure: Day Two, Crossing into Mexico
Day two in Big Bend National Park: The stars were still visible in the dark sky as we mounted our …
Big Bend Adventure: Day One In The Park
“After crossing the railroad tracks, turn on 6th street and you will run right into the gate,” Ingrid said. “The …
Big Bend Adventure: Riding Across Texas
Yes, I think Texas is an amazing state, not for the usual reasons most Texans brag about (size, lots of …
Big Bend Adventure: On the way to Texas
Have you been to Big Bend National Park in southwest Texas on the Rio Grande River along the Mexican border? …
