Way back then

Born on the proud land of Houston, Texas. It's a quiet land and filled with good people. I still remember the friends from elementary. And some of them work for my family farm. Life was simple. And everybody everybody worked hard. We also had fun. I remember the gatherings. We have good community in the country. And we are independent and thinkers. We love the Constitution and we love our rights. The time had come for me. Dad wanted me to defend the farm. The farm was passed down for generations. I was born on this farm. I was raised on this farm. My whole life exist because of the farm. And I promised my Dad that I would keep the farm. Then time changed and the State and the Country has gone through a lot. The economy suffered and many people lost jobs. And people feared for their livelihood. People panic and people were shocked. And times became hard. So hard people begin to trade goods again and save money. And Dad explained to me with tears in his eyes that he doesn't know about the farm. I tried to console him and I tried to discover a solution. But Dad knew that it was gonna happen. He said like he knew Mom was gonna go. It must have been a nightmare for him. He worked all his life to keep a roof over my head. He dedicated his life to the farm and now that farm is about slip through his hand. Then i got the call from Cora, Cora grew up with me and she was always a friend. She would tell me things and I would tell her things. She counseled me about a lot because she was smart and friendly. I told her about the farm. And she was shocked and appalled. She kept asking me what are we gonna do. And I got angry and fed up and hung up. I was ashamed to ask for help. But Cora was determined she drove over here and she consoled Dad. And she came in the house. She even brought dinner and dessert. And she asked about how the farm was and how the bills. And Dad turned in because it was getting late. And Cora said I almost forgot Ridge. Remember when we were teens. And you were good on the horse. In fact you rode horses since you were nine. And I said yeah Cora but that was then. I do a little. She opened her purse and showed a flyer. And i was shocked. She said If you rode in the rodeo. You could get big money. And you could save the farm. And I said But I have to do it behind my Dad's back. And we were excited and having a second slice of dessert. When Dad forgot to take his medicine came out of his room looking and ask blatantly What is all this about Ridge and Cora? i said Dad you know how good I am with horses. Cora can take me to the rodeo in California and get big money and save the farm. Dad said I always knew you were a smart son. Ridge Parker Jr.. Gosh you made all your family proud. Don't wait get going soon. And so I packed and Dad gave me money for my travels. And Cora was already packed and ready. Cora inherited a decent car from her father and we drove to California. All the way Cora asked a lot of questions and she was very interested. And we stop for gas several times and food. I was worried about the Rodeo. And we almost missed it but Cora the smart one found it just in time. And I auditioned and after several tries at the bar I got it. I trained several times more. And Cora and I had separate rooms at the hotel. I was moving up at the charts and rising from Top 20 to Top 10. Cora called Dad and Dad congratulated me. And Dad said I should ask Cora out. So I brought her a drink. And she ask me why after all this time. And I told Cora if i win it has to be love. Cora I love you. Will you be mines? And everybody look and cheer and holler. And Cora said If I win. But the crowd wanted us to be together. And she said All heck I will. And we kiss and spent a night together. I was almost late to the rodeo but determine. And finally got to Top 2.My opponent got too happy and drunk to relief his nerves and the unthinkable he messed up. And I was named the Champion, I called Dad saying Cora and I are married and the farm is saved. All because of the rodeo.