AUTHOR’S NOTE: This column is intended to be entertaining at the expense of truth and accuracy, but I sneak in some good information as well. It is up to the reader to distinguish between entertainment and reality.
Q: You seem to have a very close relationship with your readers. How do you accomplish that?
A: I look at pictures, read articles, let my mind drift, and finally make stuff up related to our mutual special interest. Then I repackage it in unexpected ways. It’s pretty fun and a good mental exercise for a guy my age. If it helps any of you with a chuckle or guffaw, my dear readers, that’s a bonus.
Q: What is the primary purpose of the Houston Canoe Club?
A: I believe it is officially to promote and enable paddling, but for me, I’m only here to establish an alibi.
Q: Who is that on the latest HCC Logo?”
A: I’m not sure, but I think it just might be John and Cindy Bartos, although they are much more aggressive in their coordinated bow draw than the cartoon figures in the logo.
Q: Why is this month’s issue of “Paddling Perspectives” so short?
A1: In spite of the fact that this will cause a great disturbance in “The Force” and the fortunes of millions are hanging in the balance, the author just could not get it done this month. Priorities involving work, kayaking and unexpected health issues somehow undermined the Prime Directive of completing this life-giving project.
A2: Readers did not submit very thought-provoking questions throughout last month.
Q: What words of wisdom from Abraham “Old Abe” Lincoln apply to canoeing?
Regarding painters, “When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.”
Regarding club membership, “I don't like that man. I must get to know him better.”
Q: Where would you say is a remote or “primitive” paddling location?
The Andes could qualify as remote (at least from here) and primitive.
MUG O’ THE MONTH:
OVERHEARD . . .
