Well it's true. It's definitively not a rumor. Rev. Wade Burleson (a.k.a. Marshall Matt Dillon) is back. And, proving sabbaticals are a guy's best hope for recovery, Burleson does not disappoint the loyal towns-folk who look to him for protection.
The Marshall rides back into Dodge City, six gun fanning a spray of shells aimed for the imaginary gang of bushwhackers he calls Baptist Identity. But whether or not he was so accurate in his shoot em up post yesterday is debatable. Seems Burleson can't really come up with sources for his accusation that Baptist Identity is taking over the convention. Instead, he is content with the too often status quo of Baptist blogging--just make assertions; they'll do.
And, why Ben Cole is no longer the Marshall's deputy at Dodge City is an enigma to be sure. Never fear! Les Puryear, who is keen on acting, played a heck of a double as Miss Kitty. Now, however, he has the permanent part as the Marshall's deputy (please!!! do not miss the first 3 minutes):
Welcome back Mr. Burleson. We've all missed you. Oh. Congratulations to Chester.
With that, I am...
Peter
P.S. Wade, I think it's a stunning idea to get your numbers back up to better promote your upcoming book "Hardball Religion". Excellence in action...
I'm hiding behind the piano in the saloon waiting for the first shot....then maybe I'll let off a few rounds :-)
Posted by: Camel Rider | 2008.08.26 at 10:25 AM
Camel,
Now, Now. Just watch where you point that gun. Remember, I'm the good guy.
With that, I am...
Peter
Posted by: peter lumpkins | 2008.08.26 at 11:55 AM
The resemblance in both voice and feature is interesting. Perhaps there is more reality than we know. Wade should be honored that you pay him such kind tribute.
P.S. - I'm hiding behind camel rider.
Posted by: Chris | 2008.08.26 at 11:57 AM
Chris,
Whoa! I'd be particularly careful, Chris. Behind Camels are no place to hide, I've been told...
With that, I am...
Peter
Posted by: peter lumpkins | 2008.08.26 at 12:01 PM
Peter, though I agree much more with Wade than I do you, that's an excellent western (I watched all three parts of the Chester theme) with which I am completely unfamiliar. If nothing gets blown up and there are no computers, aliens, or government officials in black sunglasses and dark suits anywhere in sight, it's usually a safe bet that I haven't seen it and know nothing about it (say what you will on what that reveals about my personal life).
Posted by: Byron | 2008.08.26 at 11:50 PM