Like trying to take a photo of Big Foot (the creature, not the monster truck)

While at Rib America Fest (I'm not linking to it again because I am sick of it), I saw a sight that boggled my mind. Every once in a while, you run into something unexpected and against all of your stereotypes and perceptions and thoughts of how the world works that you are completely stunned. I fumbled for my camera, trying to get a picture before this majestic creature strode out of sight into the urban jungle...but to no avail, she was too fast. I felt like I was trying to take a photo of Big Foot (the creature, not the monster truck). I was so excited and knew no one would believe me...plus I doubt I'll ever see it again.

So lean in close to the campfire kiddies and let me describe this wonderful sight. First of all, it was a black lady (oh my lucky stars) in a cowboy hat. Now, I know there were black cowboys (right Mario Van Peebles?), but it is pretty rare for me to see a cowboy hat on anyone besides an old white guy. Heck, I can't remember the last time I even saw someone wearing a cowboy hat in person. Anyhow, the cowboy hat caught my eye, but her shirt was what broke my brain for a second. She was wearing a t-shirt with a big Irish flag and said "Free Northern Ireland." It was funny (to me). My mind was thinking "How many things are wrong with this sight?" It gave me a good laugh.

Free Northern Ireland! Oh wait, didn't they already do that? I thought they signed the Belfast Agreement 10 years ago. I may not be up on all my world history though. That just made it funnier!

OK, it might have been one of those things where you had to be there.