Charles Chupp and I have been getting to know one another by occasional telephone conversations, and email. And, although Charles doesn't use email himself, we manage to get around it.
I actually own at Big Chief tablet and mechanical pencil; they're over there on my book shelf. And I've tried it, and like it as a way to write, which is what Charles Chupp does.
But I've learned the hunt-'n-peck method of typing on a computer keyboard; and these days, producing things for the MTV-minded crowd requires that I stick to the computer.
Anyway, Charles seems to like the way I read his stuff, and I dearly love reading it.
I discovered late in life that there's a way to look at the world around us, and the people who come into (and out of) our lives.
Although not a complete recipe, it starts out with a twinkle in the eye, and includes a dash of wryness; a copious cup or three of humor; a healthy dose of fresh air; a bit slower lifestyle than that of big-city living; and, if you know of Charles, perhaps a cup of coffee at LaDon's.
Once the recipe is cooked to perfection, the product serves to remind me of one special thing - each day is important in and unto itself.
Mr. Charles Chupp knows this. His writing reflects it. That's why I like it.
Not everyone will; but I hope you do.
This story by Charles Chupp is called - "More About John Henry."
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6:07 minutes
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Charles Chupp's website:
http://charleschupp.com/
Music by Rob Costlow under Creative Commons License
