We had yet another fantastic experience at a very large parade in a small rural community. There were over 80 entries from all over Wisconsin and Minnesota and thousands of people got reacquainted with Mayberry. The kids are so special. Seeing Barney took karate lessons I had a young boy from Karate America give me several quick lessons. We got a couple of great pictures of that. All along the parade route little kids would come out to shake my hand or even hug me. One little boy about four ran out to me and wrapped his little arms around me and said, "You're a cool cop." I was able to give the District Attorney a citation for a safety hazard. He had no top on his car. I also ticketed one of the Zor Tin Lizzies for having no seat belts and too much horsepower. Just a lot of wonderful Americana summer fun. It is why I love the people in small communities. They may not be sophisticated but they know how to enjoy the simple pleasures of life. One of the great things is how it can bring people together. As you may well know, Wisconsin is in the middle of a very contentious Recall Election on Tuesday, but politicians from both sides walked in the parade and were treated with respect by everyone.
-- Ken Anderson The Mayberry Guru 2906 May Street Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701 www.mayberryreflections.com _______________________________________________ WBMUTBB mailing list [email protected] http://www.mayberry.com/tagsrwc/wbmutbb/
