Our Blog: Scherzo

December 26th, 2022
I have a friend
I was reflecting on this truth nugget recently after it became clear that my shoulder had decided to follow Roger Federer into retirement. Rather than announcing this decision at a press conference, the old ball-and-socket decided instead to communicate its intention via spasms of intense, unbearable, agonizing, tortuous, disabling, screaming, chronic pain.

November 14th, 2022
The case for taking a break
Getting away, with a book, a hobby, a walk around the block, for 15 minutes, or a weekend, or a lengthy vacation, is absolutely vital.


September 29th, 2022
Just a stage
Otis Twelve has gone through various stages in his life. His latest? As usual it involves a remote control.

July 22nd, 2022
Emotional support? Maybe.
Otis Twelve opines about emotional support animals. He’s in favor…to a certain degree.

June 15th, 2022
Drawing a Line to Chopin
When KVNO station manager and host of Midday Classics, Sherry Kennedy Brownrigg, asked if I’d be willing to draw a cartoon celebrating the music we play, I instantly knew the direction I’d go. Occasionally, ideas are like that. They practically write (or draw!) themselves. Besides, the topic is one in which I’m very passionate.