Spring Portrait of Love

Posted on May 18, 2024 by Jack & Barbra Donachy

Mated pairs of Sandhill Cranes begin appearing on the Alaska Peninsula in late April, their loud calls trumpeting the arrival of spring. They depart in late summer or early fall. If they’ve been successful, a nearly full-grown offspring accompanies them on their journey back south. *Note the heart-shaped red crown – a distinction that along with the fidelity mated adults show each other makes cranes a symbol of love in many cultures. Chignik Lake, May 4, 2019*

Mama!

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Jack & Barbra Donachy

Happy Mother’s Day to readers everywhere!

Environmental Stewardship and a Good Piece of Pie

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Jack & Barbra Donachy

**Mumble Creek Brookie**
*That Stream that Shall Not be Named, Pennsylvania, May 2021*

A few weeks ago here on Cutterlight I published a tribute to a recently passed friend and mentor, Bill Kodrich. Concurrently, I sent the article to the fly-fishing zine Hatch Magazine hoping to get Bill a bit more ink and appreciation. The editor asked for a longer piece, which I was happy to supply. The article went live on Hatch this morning. I wrote the piece as not only a tribute to Bill, but as a reminder of two things to consider as we move through life: That mentorship matters; and that when we join with others and put our shoulders to the wheel, big change is possible. Here’s the link: Environmental Stewardship and a Good Piece of Pie

I hope your day is going well.