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My mother was hauled down to the bowels of the Memphis International Airport when the x-ray machine spotted her pistol in the bottom of her purse. It was simply a silly misunderstanding, but nevertheless the FAA frowned on it, even pre-September 11. The security agent may not have detected the firearm, which is a scary notion, but as the purse disappeared into the machine’s black hole Momma gasped in a guilty panic, “Oh no!”, drawing more attention to herself than normal.
“Run that purse through again,” the agent ordered.
Bullet holes still nick the spanish tile floors inside the house as a constant reminder and conversation starter. Not that she ever needs a conversation starter. In the time it takes to check out at Wal-Mart, my mother has a talent for learning the innermost secrets of the person queued up behind her.
But like overzealous Barney Fife, my mother’s gun mainly just created problems. It was an innocent mistake, an unfortunate accident resulting in twelve months of probation.
Clearly these people in Tennessee didn’t know who she was.
She was forced to walk a fine line as she met monthly with her probation officer in Memphis and attended court with other criminals. Thomas Tate, much like Andy Taylor, was surprisingly calm throughout this ordeal. But really, what choice did he have?
talya
Grace Grits and Gardening
Farm. Food. Garden. Life.
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“I say this calls for action now. Nip it in the bud.” Barney Fife
Nice to hear the story again! There will never be another BAT! I enjoyed the piece.
Carlene
My term as an honorary deputy sheriff runs out at the first of the year. I must make another trip to “the county farm”. OH, NO!! Barbara
I’m sure they are waiting on you!
That is hilarious!!
Cute, loved the story. I remember when this happened. Wasn,t Frances or Reven in the hospital?
Yes Nana was in the hospital when the shootout happened. She never found out about it thank goodness!
My Nana that is…
I love this one very very much!!!! Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful story and please tell the BAT hello for me.
Thank you!
I’m glad The BAT abandoned her criminal past and was able to become a clean-cut, productive member of society. 🙂
I remember hearing that story back when it happened. I’m glad you’re all able to laugh. Some people would curl up into a ball.
Awesome story! I remember hearing it several times through the years and still tell it myself from time to time. Dear Uncle Tom, Spunky Aunt Barbara, and all of you are very special to us!
🙂 Ashley
Teehee! This one still makes me laugh!
yes ,,love reading this story again about my twin sister Barbaragail.she is one in a million,,,needs to write her life story…I am proud to call her my friend,cousin,sister…all that good stuff…but be careful when you run around with her,,,never know what may happen but all for good now cause she is deupty sheriff…a changed woman,,,(well not too sure about that) love her …thanks Tayla for posting this again ,,very good writing…you are gifted and special…keep it going,,,love,gail
hey,,,Talya,,,sorry I spelled your name wrong,,,oops.,,,,
I will never do that again,,,,
No worries. I get that alot and I answer to most anything:)
Another favorite! I MUST meet Barbara in person! We are already “friends” but we need to seal it with a hug!
This so funny! Your mom is a good sport!
Cool story, although I must point out the spelling on the pic is wrong! I believe its spelled Luxola, because that’s how I’ve always heard folks say it!
Enjoyed this as much the second time around!
that is just too funny!