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K.C. Knouse's avatar

I don't know anything about ranching, but that sounds like a lot of calves to me. So you had this experience as a result of giving a hitch-hiker a ride. That's how it works, isn't it. I always enjoy your storytelling, James..

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James Ron's avatar

That is a fair number of cows and calves for one older person that's for sure. Isn't it crazy how things happen? I do believe in Serendipity. Something to look forward to. Thank you, K.C.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

I am so glad you reposted this one, Ron. I just love your road trips and reading about all the interesting people you have met. Great writing, my friend.

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James Ron's avatar

I would have liked to spend more time there but we had to move on with the time we had for the trip. Ellen was a character. Thank you, Sharron, I most appreciate it.

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Jim Cummings's avatar

Another great adventure, cowboy. I feel like I'm right along with you. Thanks for sharing.

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you and thanks for coming along, Jim. I appreciate it!

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Victor D. Sandiego's avatar

Great story, and wise move keeping the van up top, James. I once went down a snow covered back road in the Rockies and got stuck for a week. Ha. Should have asked you about it first...

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James Ron's avatar

Hi, Victor. Thank you. Yes, it was no road for a van with only regular street tires. I hope you had supplies or could get them. Hope you didn't have to be anywhere during that time.

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Victor D. Sandiego's avatar

I was traveling and living in my van, so had food and a coleman stove. It was a mess getting out of there, though... :)

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The Radical Individualist's avatar

Too many people go along. Not enough people make their own way.

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James Ron's avatar

That's for sure. Going our own way is difficult, or frowned upon, until you do it.

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Barry Lederman, “normie”'s avatar

The last of real Americana

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James Ron's avatar

I think so. Thanks, Barry.

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