August Poker Run
By John Ulrich
An absolutely beautiful day greeted the drivers and passengers of fifteen LBCs as they departed from the monthly breakfast on the August poker run. Led by Bob the "Dealing Doctor" Shaw, the group ran one of the club's favorite routes around Mahoney, Two Rivers, and Schramm State Parks. These are some of the most scenic roads in the area, with curves, trees, and water along most of the way.
Several of our newer members made the trip, giving a nice representation of Triumphs, MG Midgets, and MGBs, but the stars of the show had to be John and Terri O'Brien in their excellent Austin-Healey 3000. If you have not seen this car yet, you are in for a treat. It is red and white two tone paint, with a red interior. The O'Briens bought it in the Pacific Northwest, and had it shipped to Omaha. After a period of sorting out, it seems to be in top running and cosmetic condition.
I'm sure the smile on John's face at breakfast wasn't due to the charming hostess in the lodge - another story - but for the prospect of some quality miles in a "Big Healey."
After drawing four cards on the route, we drew the fifth back at Mahoney. Steve Espelund fortunately had the good sense to bring along his daughter Alicia,
who drew a pair of aces to win a free breakfast next month. All things considered, it was only your typical Flatwater event. Good food, good friends, gorgeous weather, and of course our beloved cars. Our thanks to brother Shaw for organizing this event.
For Sale
Steve Harris is selling his '79 B (parts of it are pictured on the poker run. If you are looking for a rubber bumper B this car is worth a look. If interested, call Steve at 402-235-2225. Steve lives in Murray, NE.
FISH & CHIPS
Lost on a rainy night, a nun stumbled across a monastery and requested shelter there.İFortunately, she was just in time for dinner and was treated to the best fish and chips she hadİever tasted.İAfter dinner, she went into the kitchen to thank the chefs. She was met by two of the Brothers.
The first one said , "Hello, I am brother Michael, and this is Brother Charles."
"I'm very pleased to meet you," repliedİ the nun. "I just wanted to thank you for a wonderful dinner. The fish and chips were the best I've ever had. Out of curiosity, who cooked what?"
Brother Charles replied, "Well, I'm the fish friar."
She turned to the other Brother and said,İ "Then you must be....?"
"Yes, I'm afraid I'm the chip monk."
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