Rewards on A Rainy Day in the Maine Woods
Looking closely at what’s not so obvious always rewards the observer.
Five Days, Five Lobster Rolls
Heading to Maine? My recommendation is to eat a lobster roll a day—I did. Reviews follow.
Overpowered and Overtowered?
Will the iconic Frost Tower find itself overtowered and overpowered one day by Austin’s many taller buildings?
Where Old Typewriters Go to Die
Why do writers have such a love-hate relationship with their writing devices?
What I Like About Photography
Take a walk and keep your iPhone handy, because there’s always another picture around the bend.
Magic Made of Steel
Set your speed at 65 mph and take aim with your iPhone. Professional drivers only.
Summon the Power of the Blur
With just one tap of your finger, your iPhone photography takes focusing to the next level—near, or far.
Perfect for Fleeting Moments
Life is fleeting; for its most ephemeral moments, we have our iPhones.
A Fresh Sign of Spring
Behold the signs of fresh life—spring!—emerging in Austin front yards.
Back By Popular Demand
Backed by a new band, The Towering Cranes, Austin’s most beloved icon appears daily on the shore of Lady Bird Lake.
Orange on Corduroy Like Flies on Rice
Here’s a ski tip: There are always rewards for having your IPhone handy, especially on a ski slope.
Composition by the Rules
There are rules to be followed, and there are rules to learn and reject.
Surprise Someone on Wordless Wednesday . . .
Write a few words on Wordless Wednesday and surprise someone with a handwritten note—yours.
Try This One Weird Trick to Improve Your Friends’ Photography
With just one weird trick, you can improve the photographic skills of your friends.
The Unlikely Duo for Self-Expression
The two unlikeliest bedfellows are natural companions when it comes to self-expression.
