Preacher's Piece

I used to own a 1965 International Harvester Scout. Back in the day IHC not only made tractors and farm equipment but they also made SUV’s. The Scout was one of the original SUV’s. I picked my Scout up as an exchange for working for a farmer. It was a red two door, with a removable top. It had a three-speed transmission and four cylinder motor.

The farmer used it around his farm for chores and such. By the time it caught my eye, it had seen its better day. I asked him if he was interested in selling it. He said no, but he might trade it for me working for him. That seemed like a...