Author: Rich Horner
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
East of Eden is a sprawling family saga that follows the intertwined destinies of two families: the Hamiltons (based on Steinbeck’s own maternal ancestors) and the Trasks. At its core, the novel is a modern retelling of the Book of Genesis, specifically the story of Cain and Abel. It tracks two generations of brothers as…
A Menagerie of Nature
This post is made up of a harbor sunrise, and a drive up to Ward Bayou Wildlife Management Area. Spring Migration is starting and will be our focus for a while. Ocean Springs Harbor Sunrise Click any image to view full size and browse the gallery. Ward Bayou Wildlife Mgt Area Click any image to…
The Correspondent by Virginia Evans
You should read this because it is a masterclass in character study. If you enjoy books that feel “human” and technically precise in their emotional delivery, this is it. It captures the “hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age” without being sentimental. For a photographer, the book’s “epistolary” format (told entirely through letters…
#5 – How Many Jobs Could Change?
Living With AI Once people begin to understand how artificial intelligence might affect certain kinds of work, the next question usually becomes a matter of scale. How big could this change actually be? Estimates vary widely, and no one knows exactly how quickly industries will adapt. But several economic studies suggest that over the next…
Thoughts @ Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury (1953)
After writing a review of this book with the help of research by AI Claude, I asked, “I asked AI Claude to provide a timeline of book burning/book banning episodes in the USA. I then made the statement; I feel we are in one now, what are your thoughts. “ After reading the response I had…
Our Back Yard
Birdfeeders It is mating time of the years and birds are coming into their breeding colors; so beautiful! It is always a new experience to take a drive to another locations, to explore something new or different; then sometimes it is nice to just sit in my little blind and enjoy our yard’s residence. Click…
Series #4 – How Fast Could This Happen?
Living With AI When people hear predictions about artificial intelligence changing work, one of the first reactions is skepticism. That’s understandable. Major technological shifts usually take a long time to unfold. The Industrial Revolution took many decades. The spread of electricity across the United States took nearly half a century. Even the personal computer took…
Osprey’s Catch – Biloxi Back Bay
Mullet for Breakfast These are a few photos I took in Biloxi at the Drain Pipe back in January 21, 2026, sitting forgotten on a memory chip. I ran across them yesterday and thought them worth sharing. I do love the Osprey, and they do love the Mullet!Story Click any image to view full size…
Sunrise from the Ocean Springs Harbor Pier
I’ve never met a sunrise I didn’t appreciate. A mug & thermos of coffee; a 15 minute drive to the harbor, and a fresh start, Click any image to view full size and browse the gallery. Wake up early. Take a shower. Grab a coffee. And open your heart to Nature’s ultimate sign of life.…
Series #3 – When One Person Can Do the Work of Five
Living With AI When people talk about artificial intelligence and jobs, the conversation often jumps to the idea of machines replacing people. But that may not be the most common way this change actually unfolds. A more likely pattern is something we’ve seen many times before with new technology. The work itself doesn’t disappear. Instead,…
