Yes Cracker, I was goofing around. And it was a poor example of attempted humor by me. I usually have more of my brain working than that, and come up with better stuff. My appologies to anyone upset by it.

But be assured that it's very unlikely that any cracker that can read would actually subsequently go out and pour paint in the path of other fishermen's boats. I wrote right after it that 'now you know I kid around'. I still would like to have that one back though. Give my column another chance, and I know you will see an improving novice columnist.

By the way, before your thread here, I posted a thread called "STS Dec./Jan. issue in the mail - read from Bob Ball and Superfly Joe in my column". I was critical of myself about this thing already; and vowed not to repeat such lame stuff. I will bring it back toward the top of the page for you to see. Thanks for your patience.

RT