I get the impression I may be doing too much exercise for my age and condition.  All I want to do is workout and read.  Frankly, that’s all the energy I have.  And, to tell the truth, I am somewhat addicted to both activities.  Toss in gardening and housework and [...] Read more »

Two months after my foot surgery, I embarked upon a 90-day fitness plan.  On Day 2, I managed a weight workout, a spinbike workout and a cycling workout.  Day 5, I am exhausted.  Hence, the following thoughtful offering by Kasia Jarosinska . – JDW Do you ever wonder what you’re capable [...] Read more »

My publisher, as part of our marketing plans, wanted to know about the “competition” for my book.  My initial response was, there is none.  What else am I going to say?But, on second thought, I decided some exploration might be useful.So, I ended up finding, purchasing, and reading several books [...] Read more »

On April 29th, the foot surgeon said I was free to go. My recovery has been – consistently – two weeks ahead of schedule.Proof, perhaps, even at an advanced age, physical fitness can accelerate healing. Read more »

Powell ButtePortland Parks and Recreation1120 S.W. 5th AvenueRoom 1302Portland, Oregon 97204Dear Park Protectors:I am writing in response to your recent public notice seeking applicants for the CARETAKER position serving Powell Butte Nature Park.  Please put me on your short list for consideration.My name is Barker Ajax and I am a professional freelance [...] Read more »

Despite the decades difference in our ages, maybe because of them, Alex Fitzgerald is a close friend of mine.  A good man, he will make an excellent husband and life partner for his beautiful bride Natasha.And, while I am more than well versed in the vagaries of matrimony, I will [...] Read more »

I first visited the Boston Marathon in 1973.  I came to run my second marathon, having qualified not many weeks earlier.  My training partner was a Connecticut State Senator and the Senate President greased our way into a couple of rooms at the Parker House.    That was probably the year Howard [...] Read more »

This is a true story.  A true story from the Wild Dog archives.  The story is perhaps twenty years old.  But as current as tomorrow. – JDW Florida is the most dangerous state in the country.  This year, one in twelve residents of the Sunshine State will be a victim of [...] Read more »

For my good friend Rick Rubin….  Charlotte, too…Coming back to the old neighborhood,I sit in the late afternoon sun…on the front porch of another reality.My tan is fading.A dark-haired woman in the building across the street…takes off her blouse and…presses impressive breasts against the window pane.All I can see at [...] Read more »

Because of my foot surgery, I must stay reclined with my right foot elevated.Because of my history of blood clots, I must keep moving.  Like a shark.Ahh, but my dogs have needs, so I am up and down, letting them in and out.And I have needs.  I am older guy, [...] Read more »