Passed the old school just now. Gotta say my artwork’s still lookin’ good.
I signed it Baz Woz Ere!
I’m not Baz. That’s my mate.
Landed him a heap of trouble, that.
My talent paid off though. Got me sharp suits, flash car.
And a new country gaff – on my way there now.
I think I see Baz as I park up outside the cottage.
He nods a weak greeting but doesn’t stop.
Still sore, I guess.
I open the gate and stand back to admire… what the actual f***!!
Three feet high, red, blue, green…
BAZ WOZ ERE!
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This photo of Kananskis café was taken near Banff, Alberta by my old friend Carole Erdman-Grant, the founder of Women on Barges, a facebook page for barge-dwellers, cruisers, and just generally female boaties. Today there are in excess of 3000 members all over the world. Earlier this year, during the storms that swept Europe, Carole suffered the kind of sudden, devastating personal loss, with ensuing change to her circumstances, that many of us have nightmares about. Yet she keeps on keeping on. She’s just about the strongest, most resilient and inspirational lady I have ever known. Bless you, Carole.
Thanks also to another strong, resilient, inspirational lady, Rochelle, the leader of Friday Fictioneers, for keeping our happy band of writers going.
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Well done Baz. Nice chuckle at that, thanks Sandra 🙂
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Sauce for the goose!
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Thanks for sharing the story behind the pic, and your sailing background.
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Dear Sandra,
I guess Baz laughs best. 😉 Many thanks to you and Carole for sharing her picture and story. She’ll be in my thoughts and prayers. As usual, you’ve written a good one. Love the way Baz retaliated.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Can’t say I feel bad for him. Fair is fair and all…
Wonderfully done, Sandra! And thank you for the back story. Sending good wishes Carole’s way!
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Ha….revenge has that taste….interesting stuff about barges…upon my return am rather looking forward to get and live in a canal boat or barge…
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Revenge is best served cold. Although I suppose it might not have been Baz… 😉
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I guess they are equal now.
Thanks for telling us about Carole, what an amazing person.
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Now they’re even. But I bet the guy with the flash suits finds a way of turning the vandalism to his own advantage.
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Good storytelling made all the better by the personal story behind the photo.
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Fine storytelling. I am sad to hear about Carole
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Love the sense of humor! Thanks for sharing.
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Love it, Sandra. Such a fabulous interaction between the two men. Sorry to hear about Carole. Hope she’s okay.
Best wishes,
Rowena
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A wonderful story and backstory, Sandra, Well told and thank you for the explanation.
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I especially enjoyed the backstory–always like to know about real people with real courage and the strength to keep on going. Excellent story, as always.
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I really enjoyed this. What goes around comes around I guess. Love the voice here too. I also add my best wishes to our photographer Carole. Thanks for sharing that.
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Revenge is a dish best served cold.
Sending kind thoughts to your friend.
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Ha! Revenge is indeed sweeter when served cold 🙂
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delightful story. glad to see your sense of humor manifests once in a while. 🙂
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Looks like we have not out-grown our school day antics. It’s the least Baz could have done.
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