TURN-STONE

Nevada

Nature, Poetry November 3, 2025November 3, 2025 by Tom Chester

I first visited Nevada nearly 50 years ago and became immediately enchanted with the state—the vast expanses of sagebrush and rabbit brush, corrugated mountain ranges, … Read more

No Kings Day Demonstration 2

Community, Of the Moment, Politics, Uncategorized October 19, 2025 by Tom Chester

I attended a No Kings 2.0 Rally yesterday in Tucson, at River and La Entrada, one of several in Tucson and the surrounding area. More … Read more

Riding the bus

How to live October 20, 2025August 7, 2025 by Tom Chester

Step right up folks. There is plenty of room, so move to the rear and take a seat. The fare is free, and I promise … Read more

Beekeeping—Playing chess with nature

Beekeeping and Other Interests, Musings on my past June 23, 2025 by Tom Chester

I believe that beekeeping is one of the most enjoyable things you can do with your clothes on. When I teach beekeeping, I always emphasize … Read more

Home is where the heart is

Life, Musings on my past, Wisdom June 24, 2025June 22, 2025 by Tom Chester

Originally from Oklahoma, I moved to San Francisco in my twenties and lived there for three decades before leaving twenty years ago. Since then, I … Read more

Jobs (Steve) and work

Education, Life, Work June 19, 2025 by Tom Chester

Although Steve Jobs has been dead for more than a decade, he is still held in high regard for his technical accomplishments and business acumen. … Read more

Cry the beloved country

Politics, Society June 16, 2025June 15, 2025 by Tom Chester

I am a patriotic American. I feel great pride when I hear the National Anthem or “America the Beautiful.” Watching the video of the “Battle … Read more