Author Archives: Roger

Cubs vs. Rockies — Wrigley Field

I went with two friends. Our seats were in extreme left field against the fence and right in front of the basket. It wasn’t a very good view, but it gave an interesting perspective on Steve Buechele’s home run in … Continue reading

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White Sox vs. Twins — Comiskey Park

I went to the game with two friends. It was cold, around 40°, but we dressed for it and had a good time. Before the game we strolled around the stadium. The game was dull, but I did get to … Continue reading

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Jacksonport State Park — Jacksonport, Arkansas

I took a road trip to this state park. It wasn’t worth it. It consisted of this courthouse, built in 1869, which had a lousy museum of local junk inside. There were six other people in the park — an … Continue reading

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The Carp 500

At some point, in 1992 or so, I decided to start reading classics. This inevitably led to a list. I started with a list my sister picked up from a library, but I quickly became disenchanted with many of the … Continue reading

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Wind Point Lighthouse — Racine, Wisconsin

I birded at Wind Point several times a year, parking in the small lot by this lighthouse. The tower wasn’t open, but the grounds were. I took these photos early in the morning on the Friday after Thanksgiving. The lighthouse … Continue reading

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