Sky-High Pie

Last Saturday night, we went to a charitable event that included a barbeque supper, a silent and live auction, and a variety show.

The variety show featured local talent, of course. Our cable guy was a hoot in a role as an elderly, very slow, auto mechanic, named "Speedy," reminiscent of Tim Conway's skits on the Carol Burnett show. Four local bankers, dressed as the Village People, were hilarious as they led the audience in a rousing rendition of "Y.M.C.A." The local sheriff wowed the crowd with his singing (who knew?). Students from an area visual and performing arts magnet school strings orchestra delighted us with their music, and a local dance company performed an energetic (oh, to be young again) routine from a popular Broadway show.

The live auction preceding the show brought in a tidy sum. Some of the donated items, like ATVs, went for below list price, but a huge lawnmower went for a few thousand above list. Four homemade pies were also auctioned, and we were surprised when a frenzied bidding action escalated to a final $800! The other pies brought in several hundred dollars each, too.

The event ended with audience members standing and waving flags while singing the National Anthem, in tribute to both our veterans, and to our men and women currently serving in the military.