Doctor MossThe Hatch (5)This morning, the homeless man met me and Gonzo on the stairs down to the beach. He was waiting calmly for us.2 min read·Aug 18, 2022----
Doctor MossThe Hatch (4)Over time the morning regulars at the beach have changed. A couple of stalwarts besides us, but mostly new people with new dogs. The…3 min read·Jun 15, 2022----
Doctor MossThe Hatch (3)We walked on toward the bridge ourselves. The near part of the bridge was in dark shadow and the field on the other side in very bright…2 min read·May 21, 2022----
Doctor MossWhat My Dog Taught MeMy dog started learning when I quit trying to train him. We both ended up learning, but it was what I learned from him that I’m still just…4 min read·May 12, 2022----
Doctor MossThe Hatch (2)Our morning walk always takes us by the Lighthouse on the West Cliff point, overlooking Steamer Lane, a top Santa Cruz surf spot.3 min read·Apr 7, 2022----
Doctor MossThe HatchOne recent morning, I found what I thought was just a stray piece of old rotting plywood lying on the beach where I take my dog on our…3 min read·Mar 3, 2022----
Doctor MossWhat Would God Want to Talk with You About?Robert Olen Butler has written a brilliant book, Late City. In it, a 115 year old man is having a conversation with God on his death bed.4 min read·Jan 18, 2022----
Doctor MossBeach RescueIt’s called Dog Beach because the dogs own the beach. Maybe no one there will know your name, but they will know your dog’s name.2 min read·Jan 16, 2022----
Doctor MossBeing a VerbThe doctor who delivered me, so my mother told me, proclaimed, “Someday he may grow up to be Vice President.” I wonder why he picked Vice…5 min read·Jan 16, 2022----