Ballard Street by Jerry Van Amerongen for December 17, 2024

The ring of truth

Marshall also wonders if he really understands the concept of ‘drag racing’.

It works for football players, he thinks.

Could beef up those ankles….

Marshall considers himself the modern-day Sisyphus.

From the looks of him, I’m gonna give that a “no”.

Also it’s making his pants ride up. That crotch has gotta pinch.

Marshall likes to stay well grounded.

It looks like Marshall is leaving his mark …

… uh … marks … on the sidewalk.

[Not cool.]

TODAY’S LIMERICK.

There was a young fellow called Marshall, Who kept slipping away from his barstool. “It’s a harness you need!”, The street all agreed, “ln a white padded room in a castle!”

Marshal…..It’s not the best way.

Uh oh, I may be a Ballardeer; I keep taking walks with a 20# weight belt.

You need to get a dog, Marshall.

Is that a mill stone? And if so shouldn’t it be around his neck?

Good morning Balladeers!

BONUS LIMERICK!

Marshall is dragging a weight. His health’s in a terrible state. “I’ve lost several pounds.” He said with a frown, “Now my back is beginning to break!”

It’s a job and this is just to get in shape for the real contract his good wife landed. There are some bumps down in the bay that need smoothing out.

Marshall needs a new Plan…

I sure hope he isn’t business partners with anybody named Ebeneezer…

…And when his walk is over, it’s back home to the old-Ball-and-Chain…

Most people on Ballard Street simply ignore Marshall….

This is all part of his Marshall arts training.

If he’s training to be a sprinter, he’ll win the Ballard Street Hustle as well as get all the best stuff at the next Black Friday sale at Dennis’.

Marshall needs to lighten up.

Good night, Ballard Dears!