Earlier today

Me: I’m so not feeling that stupid pass today.

Daddy: me neither. But we can do it!

Me: I know we can, I don’t want to. I’m asking three people for a ride up when we get to Virginia City. I at least have to try.

In Virginia City (scene- a popcorn/knife store)

Daddy, talking with the proprietress about our trip: Yeah, we’re really not looking forward to that pass. We’ve heard it’s a pretty big one.

Fred, husband and knife-maker (joking): For a small fee I’ll take you up.

Me: Really? You can’t joke about stuff like that. I’m sold.

Fred (trying not to show surprise): Sure, ok. Come on back when you’re ready to go and I’ll take you up.

Later, in the truck

Me: Well this is making my day significantly better. Thank you so much for taking us.

Fred: Yeah, well, I’m supposed to be dusting the store today. I’m terrible at dusting. You know Cameron’s not that far, I can take you there if you want…

Me: No, thanks, we have to do some work today!

Fred (resigned): Ok, well I’ll just drop you here then.

Thanks Fred!

For the record, we bought lots of popcorn.