Shasty Impressions

Handing over Control in the Kitchen: I remember making dinner for a group of friends that included Shasty quite a while ago. He was making his Bananas Foster later for dessert. I started out having control in my small kitchen and quickly realized there was some kind of power struggle going on. I didn't know it at the time but the kitchen was Shasty's domain. I briefly struggled to be the one in control in my kitchen but it ended quickly in my defeat. Shasty took over and I'm sure our dinner was much better because of this. I was quite thankful to have Shasty in control of the kitchen that night and any time.

Guitar Knowledge: Once we both celebrated our birthdays by going to a Lucinda Williams concert together. We lived large that night and ate a rich meal at Marlowes from appetizer to dessert. He bought the tickets and I bought the dinner. I remember really learning about all the different kinds of guitars that night from pedal steel guitars to Telecasters from Shasty. I had one of the best times ever and great conversation. He said his favorite guitar was the Telecaster. His appreciation of music made an impression on me.

First Encounter with Shasty: A few friends were over at Chuck's one night waiting to go to an art gallery. Usually it takes me a while to warm up to people or get to know them. Shasty walks in and there was no pretense or effort or anything of the kind. He was instantly somehow in connection to people. I don't know how he did that. It must be some kind of super power.

Bucksnort Tavern on 285 in CO: We were supposed to go there with Shasty. Our plans kept falling through for one reason or another. Finally he went there and this is what he said 7/19/04:

"You'll be glad to know that I made it to the Bucksnort last weekend and it was one of the best burgers I have ever eaten:-) I rode my motorcycle there with two other guys and it was a beautiful ride. I'm not crazy about riding on dirt or gravel roads, but it was worth it."

I really appreciated his honesty and sense of humor. Here is something else about the Bucksnort per Shasty: "Great place! I had a fun time and didn't want to leave. No music the day we went though. The service was pretty crappy, but the food made it all worth it:-)"

Had Priorities in the Right Place Here was another Shasty quote after the accident after asking him how he was doing: "Oh well, my bad luck is far outweighed by my great friends!"

I'll stop with this long note on Shasty. He really made an impression on me and the world no doubt.

Liz Barksdale