An elderly gentleman, who I have always assumed was slightly challenged mentally, came into work today --- as he does every Monday. He likes to chat with the salesmen. He always has crazy propositions for all of the women in the office. (i.e. would you like to go to the Valentines Dance at the bar with me? I'll pay for lessons so you can keep up with me.)

Anyhow, today he was carrying a copy of last Friday's Billings Gazzette. On the front cover was a picture of him on a white horse. Apparently he's running for governor. No joke. He has no money so he is doing all of his campaigning by riding a white horse across Montana, camping out in his supporters back yards.

Along with his newspaper he had an essay he wrote about himself. Its a tad on the long side so I am only typing out the first and last paragraphs....Yea, I know theres a lot of typos and grammatical errors. Its how he typed it though. I left the errors in it so you could read it just as I did.


"My campaign platform will be many things to many people. But first and foremost we must, I say again, we must restore honor, integrity, respect, and high moral standards. I love and care deeply about you, your family, employment, pay, welfare, safety, economy, taxes, business, education, enviroment, less government, and more accountability. But please remember this: The greatest economy and the worlds greatest military will not save a state or its country from its downfall. As your Governor, I will not only set the example but I will be the example for all other governors to follow. If we think outside the box, we must act and dress outside of the box as well. You will hld your head high and with pride when you mention my name. I am a leader amoung leaders. I will always serve you and you the people first. I will always remain faithful and tru. I will be the light against the darkness. I can not be bought or sold. My integrity is beyond reproach. My word is my bond. I have weathered many storms in the great circle of life. My sword is yours. My vow is to God, country, Montana, and someday a good woman."

He goes on to talk about his days as a stable boy and whatnot. Then closes with this:

"As I campaigne on horseback across this beloved state. I will not ask for money but for water and shelter for me and my steed. A backyard will do for a night or two. You may send campaign donations but please send them for the right reasons or I will mail them back to you. I will speak-debate where you can decide my fate as well as yours! before its too late. I look forward to serving you as your Governor and opening a martial arts academy. I leave you with this. Governors may come and politicians may go. Everyone votes in due course and you no. But there is one thing that shines in the light so bright! that is the love and respect. I still have for all of you tonight."

I wish I had the energy to type the whole thing out. It's hilarious. Not that any of you would read it.....


Anyhow, thats all.