I discovered the Great Divide Basin the year we delivered a few loads of hay to the Wind River Indian Reservation in Wyoming.

Nothing quite like breaking something and knowing it ought to be replaced, but it’s almost dark. A new part would probably have to be ordered in. The closest hope for a new part is two hours away. Plus, it’s Saturday evening.

How often do you feel unlucky? Are you someone who gleans luck from certain objects or a ritual? What is good luck and what is bad luck?

Some time back, traveling with some grandkids along, we had stopped at a rest area. After making use of the facilities and walking off some travel stiffness, I noticed my wife having an animated discussion with the rig that had parked near us.

The whole dog, deer and pony show of the recent past has lent some insight and perhaps given a little validation to some of my long-held beliefs and what I’ve always perceived as nuggets of fatherly wisdom that I’ve tried to force into my kids’ instinctual behavior over the years.