From Big Bend Ranch to the banks of the Rio Grande, Their path was etched, a testament to their might. But now a wall stands, a barrier so grand, Dividing the land, obscuring history’s light. Echoes of the Comanche Trail.
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Once a symbol of strength, a towering span, The Key Bridge stood tall, connecting land to land. But now, its steel arches lie shattered and not to be mended, A tragic reminder of the nation untended.
This bridge, a metaphor for our nation’s soul, Has crumbled, leaving us to bear the toll. The foundations that once held us firm and true Have given way, leaving us adrift, unsure what to do.
But today, the canoes journey, with a message clear and true, Of unity and stewardship, and a respect that’s overdue. For the waters that sustain us, for the land that gives life, For the traditions of the Nisqually, in beauty and strife.
“The Loophole” In a bustling port of Everett bar on Saint Patrick’s Day, two modern-day sailors, Jack and Michael, found themselves immersed in the jovial spirit of the celebration. Michael a Catholic sailor, proudly wore his cross necklace, a symbol of his faith, while Michael, a Mormon sailor, sported a shamrock pin gifted to him…
rolling, roaring pouring plunging, tumbling rumbling crashing, gushing, rushing sparkling breathtaking twirling swirling whirling ebb ripple eddy ruffle backwater misting soaking splashing current Just 30 miles east of Seattle sits a little hamlet surrounded by mountains, tall Douglas Fir, and raging rivers. Fans of the 1980s cult classic “Twin Peaks” know all about North Bend and Snoqualmie, two…
The Enron scandal was a series of events that led to the bankruptcy of the U.S. energy, commodities, and services company Enron Corporation in 2001 and the dissolution of Arthur Anderseny LLP, one of the largest auditing and accounting companies in the world. The scandal had far-reaching repercussions, particularly for recent graduates who had joined Arthur Andersen prior to the debacle.
Jimmy Buffett is a well-known musician and avid boater. He is the owner of the sailing yacht “Drifter,” a custom 15.24-meter Pacific Seacraft built in North Carolina1. “Margaritaville” is a famous song by Jimmy Buffett, and it has also become a brand associated with his laid-back lifestyle and business ventures, including restaurants, hotels, and merchandise4.…
The development of the Salish Sea was influenced by Chinese labor, particularly during the Exclusion Era from 1882 to 1943. Chinese laborers, including those brought by Chinese labor bosses, played a significant role in the development of the region, particularly in industries such as fishing and canneries1. Chinese settlers arrived in the 1850s and were…
In San Francisco, a couple did stay, At the Intercontinental, they planned their way. They chose not to buy a condo at the Millennium Tower, Opting for adventures, they’d savor by the hour. They strolled through Chinatown, a vibrant place, Immersed in culture, they found their space. To the Mission they ventured, to learn and explore, About Saint Francis, the patron saint they adore. Thanksgiving arrived, and with family in mind,
Fortune cookies they purchased, a gesture so kind. They boarded a ferry to El Cerrito, so grand, To share their dreams, in that beautiful land. They spoke of Fisherman’s Wharf, and the Golden Gate, Of Alcatraz, Muir Woods, a wonderful fate. Their love for San Francisco, a city so dear, Filled their hearts with joy, as they planned the next year.