I have been called a storyteller--sometimes as a compliment, other times as a derogatory epithet, and on a few occasions as a statement of fact.
Indeed I am one, for better or worse. Students in one of my classes are reading Plato's Trial and Death of Socrates; I can only imagine what either philosopher would make of me,or this blog. All I could tell them is that everything I tell is true. Really!
Still, I admit I have a weakness for a good story. Whether it's fact or fiction, poetry or polemics, I like any story that stimulates, inspires or simply entertains me. I'll also admit that I can be as taken with the person telling the story as with the story itself.
So, if I could get to Portland on Friday night, I'd go to Alberta Abbey. It's hosting a bicycle-themed storytelling event called Live The Revolution. Admission is $17 at the door; tickets still can be bought for $15 in advance. Proceeds will benefit The Street Trust's efforts to support cycling, walking and public transit.
Oh, and there's a raffle. Prizes include two Public C1 bicycles, a messenger bag, REI gear, a set of wheels from Sugar Wheels, a Thule trailer and gift certificates.
(The Street Trust was formerly known as the Bicycle Transportation Alliance.)
Indeed I am one, for better or worse. Students in one of my classes are reading Plato's Trial and Death of Socrates; I can only imagine what either philosopher would make of me,or this blog. All I could tell them is that everything I tell is true. Really!
Still, I admit I have a weakness for a good story. Whether it's fact or fiction, poetry or polemics, I like any story that stimulates, inspires or simply entertains me. I'll also admit that I can be as taken with the person telling the story as with the story itself.
So, if I could get to Portland on Friday night, I'd go to Alberta Abbey. It's hosting a bicycle-themed storytelling event called Live The Revolution. Admission is $17 at the door; tickets still can be bought for $15 in advance. Proceeds will benefit The Street Trust's efforts to support cycling, walking and public transit.
Oh, and there's a raffle. Prizes include two Public C1 bicycles, a messenger bag, REI gear, a set of wheels from Sugar Wheels, a Thule trailer and gift certificates.
(The Street Trust was formerly known as the Bicycle Transportation Alliance.)
