Category Archives: Colorado

Canyon Dream

Posted on November 20, 2016 by jbhousephotography

Deep deep down That canyon is still there Beneath bayou mud And autumn snow   Her river runs Within my blood To never reach The sea   Salt Cedar Cheat grass And Vegas Suck her dry   And I May … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part Seven

Posted on April 26, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“Well, that was curious.” Philip Quan said looking up from his USFS issued radio. Sarah, the most Masters level student from Quan’s team glanced towards him and then returned her eye to the spotting scope she was using to watch … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part Six

Posted on April 18, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“8034, I’m seeing a great deal of smoke coming off the fire between you and your trailhead.” “I’m starting to see wisps of it myself.  This really doesn’t look good.  I’m going to be honest, I don’t know the current … Continue reading →

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How I write Fiction

Posted on April 15, 2016 by jbhousephotography

How I write fiction- Joshua House I realize that all authors of fiction write it in different ways.  Many still write long hand and then have it transcribed, or transcribe it themselves.  Others write simply on a word processor, typewriter … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part Five

Posted on April 11, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“So, here’s the situation from what Dodd has told me.  First of all, the cougar isn’t a major threat, it’s likely gone off searching for easier morsels.  As long as we keep our guard up and no one wanders off … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part 4

Posted on April 9, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“Alright 8034, I’ve got four, no five smoke plumes visible.  You got any special reason you’re asking?” “I’m on a VIP guide trip.  Where abouts are those fires?” “Three of them are to the south-west of Rice Mountain Lookout, one … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part Three

Posted on March 26, 2016 by jbhousephotography

Agent Gonzalez pulled the night vision gear out from its pocket in his backpack and backed out of the tent.  As he walked away from the circle of tents and the fire pan he booted the goggles up.  Out beyond … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells Part Two

Posted on March 25, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“I’ve seen some tracks up here, fresh in the mud. Cougar tracks.  It crossed the trail and is somewhere between my location and the camp.  Are you there Gonzalez?  Can you hear me?” Taking the sat phone away from his … Continue reading →

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Lost in the Bells – Short Story Pt 1

Posted on March 12, 2016 by jbhousephotography

“Why are we out here again?” “She said he had to do it.  He listened this time.  He’s young, still vigorous.  He has to show that.” “But this?  THIS?  Man this is not what I was expecting when I drew … Continue reading →

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