Have you been driven by a Carp lately?
As we begin our story I need to make a clarification. Today I
will be referring to and using some very familiar Ford terms. Please note that it is not
this author’s intent to slander or downgrade anything having to do with Ford or their
wonderful products, terms or slogans. Under the Federal Trademark Act of 1995, a person
can be held to have infringed upon a trademark “for tarnishing it” by using it
in a negative context. As you will soon see, that is certainly not my intent. In fact, I
am convinced that Henry himself would have enjoyed an Expedition aboard the ALVA D. The
Golden Ghosts of Dog River pull like a raging Taurus and there is nothing that can compare
with pursuing these beauties on a cool, crisp morning along the beautiful waters of Dog
River.
My very special guest today was Mr. Lanier Thomas. Lanier is
a co-worker and new friend of mine at the Georgia Dealers Auto Auction. Before working
there, he spent most of his life at a metro Atlanta Ford dealership that is unfortunately,
no longer in business. Lanier has been around Fords all of his life. He was a frisky
Mustang long before many of our readers were any bigger than a Pinto bean. Although Mr.
Thomas has seen and done a lot of things across our Galaxie, this was his first experience
fishing for Carp. How did this rookie Explorer do? Was this a memorable Excursion? Was he
able to Focus or did he get distracted? These fish are built Carp Tough. Would they all
Escape? Did Lanier ever get past the Mystique of his first trip? Did he finally settle
down to fish or was he like a bucking Bronco? Was my new friend ever really in the race?
Was he crowned the Gran Marquis? I thought you’d never ask………….
Our Story
We had an early start. By 7:50 am we were experiencing a
smooth quiet ride up Dog River on the luxurious ALVA D. Once anchored, we baited up and
got our lines out. My guest was really enjoying himself. He was basking in the peace and
solitude but little did he know that the Tempo was about to change! In minutes Lanier had
his first “pull down” and the race was on! After a few laps around the boat he
landed a nice 2 lb, 5 oz Carp. Wanting to get on the scoreboard and really into the
competition he soon followed up with his catch of the day! A 4 lb, 10 oz beauty that
placed him solidly in 4th place in the DRCFA standings! All in all, we caught 5 Carp
today.
What about the Ol’Captain? How did I do? Not to outdone
by a newcomer I came through with a 10 lb, 5 oz Snapping Turtle! This baby was loaded with
options as well as a new car aroma all it’s own! It was a four wheel drive hardtop
that would make any dealer proud. Built Ford tough and ready to take on the opposition! I
am attaching two pictures of my guest and one of the Ol’ Captain respectfully holding
my catch of the day!
Today was such a special day. Lanier…thanks so much for
going Carpin’ with me!
Life Lesson
As many of you know, I was privileged to attend Berry College
in Rome, Georgia. I first entered Martha Berry’s “Gate of Opportunity” in
the spring of 1970. I began my studies later that same year. I could have worked in the
paper mill back home but God had a better idea for my life. I believe it was His will and
provision that first brought me to that beautiful campus. There were also other
contributing factors. Martha Berry had a vision to help kids who were poor but hungry for
an education. She also had help in the financing of her dream. One of the main benefactors
in the early Berry days was none other than Henry Ford, Sr. Where in lies the life lesson?
I believe that we all can make a difference. Some people can make a difference with their
unselfish generosity. Some can change lives with their vision to help others. All of us
can touch lives and be an encouragement in our own unique way with the help of Almighty
God. Have you made a difference lately?
Until Next Time. Keep on Carpin'
Captain Horace
“Be ye fishers of men…….You catch ‘em and He will clean
‘em.”
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Current Standings (as of 9/20/03)
(Please note that the DRCFA will be awarding prizes to the
top 5 finishers after the Thanksgiving Day cut-off date.)
1.Cody LaFavor- 7 lbs, 10 ozs 8/04/03 (Current Carp King)
2.(Tied for second place)
Craig Brown- 6 lbs, 5 ozs 7/19/03
Chris Settle- 6 lbs, 5 ozs 8/16/03
3. Charlie Goff-5 lbs, 2 ozs 4/11/03
4. Lanier Thomas- 4 lbs,10 ozs 9/20/03
5.(Tied for fifth place)
Sam Marlow-3 lbs, 11 ozs 4/12/03
Brent Wolf-3 lbs, 11 ozs 5/10/03
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