Author Archives: Granger Meador
Awesome A Cappella
One of the best shows on NPR is To the Best of Our Knowledge, which often inspires me to read a new book or look up some new music. The other day I listened to Ben Folds talk about a … Continue reading
Roses, the Titanic, and Hercules
I was dreaming in Lebanon, Missouri when thunder and rain awoke me, confirming that my plan to hike at Lake of the Ozarks was ill-timed. The updated forecast had told me I was in trouble, so I had already booked … Continue reading
Hot Dreams
I planned my latest hiking trip using a 7-day forecast instead of the 3-day one I should rely upon, and Mother Nature spun the wheel and ruined it with a day of rain and storms. So I found myself in … Continue reading
The Light Fantastic
I always loved this clip from PBS of Nobel prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman talking about light. If you ever want a fun read about an incredibly clever and mischievous fellow, pick up Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman.
Bushwhacks Along the Bugle Trail
On a cool Sunday afternoon in May with partly cloudy skies I set out to hike once again the Bugle Trail at Osage Hills State Park. I parked by the park swimming pool and soon dove down off trail to … Continue reading
Meador Manor 