Stephen Knapp has a riding tale in the Canyon Courier that is on par with the works of Mark Twain… hrm, ok maybe John Swartzwelder is a closer match. Steve’s (hrm… do “ph” Steve’s go by “Stephe”?) writing will warm your cockles (assuming you have cockles in the first place) and tickle your funny bone. Here’s an excerpt from his adventure on this historic pass:
More than lazy, I am also prone to shameless self-dramatization and quickly concluded that my romantic Real-Western journey required an equally romantic conveyance. Alas, I learned the hard way that I am the master of no horse in either intelligence or strength of character, so saddling up was out. On the other hand, even a monkey can operate a twist-and-go 50cc scooter, and I can say with some confidence that I am the equal of any monkey that’s ever lived.
Really, if you have the time it’s a great read and should take all of five minutes to get though for the normal reader. An ADD reader, like myself, should allow a half hour to make it from beginning to end. The story is both funny and educational, like those old Schoolhouse Rock programs… wait, were those funny? Ok, funny and educational like those American’s Funniest Videos programs. Click the title link to check out the story in the Canyon Courier.
Thu, Aug 23, 2007
Funny, Rides