Tradition

[Waimea]

Tradition is important.

It gives us a sense of continuity like nothing else can.

Nations have traditions.

Families have traditions.

Even Cowboys have traditions.

 

I have been honored to be Posse Marshall at the Florida State match for a couple of years.

If you're on my posse you will hear a speech about the Shotgun Salute after the last stage. As it was told to me the Shotgun Salute honors our fallen Cowboy Brothers and Sisters. Sometimes it is a year before we get to do this but it's an important milestone.

 

I have an interim tradition that is a more personal reminder. I take my main knife out of its sheath and set it aside for the day. It is a visual but silent reminder of a loss. 

 

This weekend I will ride the trail without my knife in remembrance of

Major Art Tillery.

[Dantankerous]

1 hour ago, Waimea said:

This weekend I will ride the trail without my knife in remembrance of Major Art Tillery.

 

Thank you.

[Flinthills Dawg]

great gesture!!

[Preacherman]

That's why "you're da man"! We love!

[Waimea]

17 hours ago, Preacherman said:

That's why "you're da man"! We love!

Thanks, Preacherman.

I do what I can. 

[Kid Rich]

I will be dressed in all black with a black armband when I shoot today. RIP Major.

kR

[Silver Creek Jack]

Thanks Waimea, very thoughtful.

[Chili Pepper Kid, SASS #60463]

God bless ya. 

[Scarlett]

Miss you Waimea! When I short with you and on the last stage you not only removed your knife but also your boots in memory of a special pard, it was extremely moving. You’re a really really GOOD person and I am honored to call you my friend. 
 

Hugs to you and Louise. I hope to see you both at The Last Stand in April. 
 

Scarlett

[Waimea]

8 hours ago, Scarlett said:

Miss you Waimea! When I short with you and on the last stage you not only removed your knife but also your boots in memory of a special pard, it was extremely moving. You’re a really really GOOD person and I am honored to call you my friend. 
 

Hugs to you and Louise. I hope to see you both at The Last Stand in April. 
 

Scarlett

Thanks, Scarlet.

I count you and Tommy amongst my good friends as well.

The boots are another tradition. Kind of a silly one at that.