Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

Yes, There Is A Santa Claus

Jolly Ole St. Nick sure takes lots of shapes. As a seven-year-old connoisseur of cowboy boots, it bothered us that Santa Claus had the “strangest boots.” They were actually black plastic leggings sewed onto red pants that drooped over brown shoes. It was tell-tale sign there was something fishy.

Everybody Loves A Parade

“Merry Christmas” “It’s beautiful day for a parade.” “Thanks for coming. We sure appreciate you weathering the weather to be here.” Those frequent acknowledgements, even if one repeated as snide, came from the inconceivably-large number of parade watchers as heavy rain dripped from their umbrellas, hats, and many uncovered-heads.

Kansans Make Strong Show At National Finals Steer Roping

Kansas had strong representation at the recent National Finals Steer Roping in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Two-time world champion Rocky Patterson, Pratt, went into the finals in second place with the intent to move up one notch and continue his two-year championship streak.