MARCH 29, 2023 www.wintertexantimes.com 16 WINTER TEXAN TIMES TERRY PHYSICAL THERAPY • Arthritis/Tendonitis • General Weakness • Knee & Hip Injuries • Back, Neck, Foot Pain or Surgery • Muscle, Joint and Nerve Pain • Auto & Personal Injuries • Shoulder Injuries • Vertigo/Dizziness • Carpal Tunnel • Rehab after General, Arthroscopic & Joint Replacement Surgery CHANGE THE WAY YOU APPROACH PAIN. (956) 583-2995 1918 E. GRIFFIN PKWY MISSION, TX (956) 766-7133 101 BUENA VISTA STREET PENITAS, TX Change comes to the Rio Grande Valley every year at the Ides of March. Here in the Valley Winter Texans are preparing to leave soon after March 15. Leaving to go north, reconnecting with their northern families. Facts • On the Ides of March 44 BC, the Roman Senate assassinated Julius Caesar. • In 1599 William Shakespeare brought those five words into English with a play. • In the 21st century, March 15 has gained a reputation as a time of Change. • Change takes place yearly around this date, in the Rio Grande Valley. AWinter Texan Tail I am a writer, a humorist, a storyteller, and a Winter Texan. Spending my winters in the Rio Grande Valley and summers with our family in Canada. The Winter Texan Times wanted a humorist to write a weekly Humor column, “On the Lighter Side.” So, in December 2022, I made my pitch to the editor. We agreed on a twelveweek trial run. March 15, Change in the RGV March 15, 2023: Following the successful trial run, the editor suggested we meet at “Dirty Al’s” fish restaurant for lunch. At Dirty Al’s, we could enjoy lunch and sign the contract extension, making the working relationship oh-fish-ial. I arrived at the restaurant early. Time to coach and tip the waitress who would be our server. At the Table When my editor arrived, the waitress ensured she sat at the correct table and knew Lobster tail was the best buy today. My editor was amused; she could not resist the waitress’s smile and attention. Again, the waitress Beware the Ides of March On The Lighter Side by Malcolm Callister beamed successfully; she had started her acting career and was anticipating her joke lines. “A Lobster Tail, please,” ordered my editor. The waitress was ready and with a nervous smile, then she started, “Once upon a time, a handsome lobster lived on South Padre Island…” “Oh, for heaven’s sake!” I said to my editor. “Cod this be any punnier?” Then quickly turning to the waitress, I asked, “How’s the calamari?” “It’s ex-squid-sit, sir,” she replied with a grin. Then to my editor, I asked, “Would you mind letting mi-nnow what you think about these fish jokes?” “Sure,” she said smiling, “but you are dragnet fishing for compliments.” I took a deep breath and gave another pun, “But,” I said, “When your editor is watching, you have to look e-fish-ent.” 2023/24 Winter Texan Season After our meal and signing the contract, the editor and I shook hands as she gave me my copy. A contract for the 2023/24 Winter Texan Season. Then she paid the bill. I could not resist the moment, “Thanks for giving me the oppor-tuna-ty of another year to write a fishy column.” I thank the Winter Texan Times and its readers here in the Valley and online at https://wintertexantimes.com/ home.html and look forward to next season’s fun and puns with “On a Lighter Side.” For any Feedback, ideas, or funny stories – email: malcolmwtt0@gmail. com or news@wintertexantimes.com Editor’s Note: Events portrayed in the article may or may not have actually taken place. unexpected with its dramatic black walls, chain chandeliers, and a nod to the art deco era, especially hidden like a speakeasy in the old Sea Ranch Marina boat barn. Their first year brought artists and musicians from all over the world and offers something unique to the area. The gallery also has the SpaceX astronaut who was the first artist to paint in space showing in the gallery. The artist plans to do a book signing the week leading up to the new exhibit. There will be 14 artists showing during the Bloom exhibition. The gallery is located at 33256 State Park Rd 100 #102. Call (956) 433-5307 or email info@theartloungespi.com for more information. Their website is theartloungespi.com. They can also be found on Facebook. Announcements for all of their workshops can be found on their website and Facebook. EXHIBIT From pg. 6
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