Mountain lion eating my head in Joshua Tree
That was the very first time I camped outside in a tent. Being a city dweller my whole life, I was absolutely terrified of the very idea of spending a night in a tent....
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Fury of the Joshua Tree tortoise, or the most horrible, excruciating and uncomfortable, as well as humiliating death on Earth
‘Hold it right there,’ I said calmly, which was so typical for me in tough situations. The more severe and dangerous it gets, the calmer I become. Some call it courage. ‘We need this...
The last betrayal of the Joshua Tree tortoise, or how to stay in focus while being terribly hungry
As I expected, the little stroll enhanced the decision making process. It was all crystal clear now: no more distractions, no more side thoughts and useless petty feelings. I have to stay focused. The...
Joshua Tree tortoise: waiting for an answer, or what real friendship is all about
My little reptile friend was racking his brains trying to give me the right answer. At least it seemed so. After an hour or two, I was about to lose my patience. Not that...
Joshua Tree tortoise: The Revelation of the drug seeking reptile
It returned, this drug seeking but not addicted tortoise, just when I was sure I’d never see it again. I know it could sound strange, but somehow I missed my little buddy with its...
Joshua Tree Tortoise: a strange conversation
I met this tortoise on a hot summers’ noon in Joshua True. A burning sun stood high in the boiling sky, and I still wasn’t feeling well after what I had done to that...
