We met “Ranger” Alex in the Buffalo Bill Dam parking lot. He was wheeling around in his padded, shaded golf cart. With his initial offer to take us for a spin to the other end of the lot to the visitor center, I knew he enjoyed his job. Most of my family and friends (well, probably all of them) would tell I’m not the bashful type, so I immediately began to talk with “Ranger” Alex.
“Alex, are you a real Ranger?”
“No, I just like the hat, so I wear it. Used to be in the military, but I retired. This is my Forest Gump job, and I’m loving it!”
“Ranger” Alex supplied us with much information coupled with his own sense of humor. He’s the right man for the job! I think he’s found his niche. The dam was completed in 1910 (started about 1905) and stands a staggering 353 feet tall, 200 feet wide and 108 feet at the base. Simply amazing sight!
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About Teresa Lasher
Teresa K. Lasher,
Freelance Writer and Speaker
Email: Teresa@lasherstudios.com
www.lasherstudios.com
Teresa writes inspirational life lessons, adventure stories, and boat or motorcycle travel pieces. Her articles appear in local and national magazines, blogs, and websites. She is currently working on a devotional book encouraging the reader to take the time to spiritually recharge and rejuvenate mind, body and soul. She shares areas of proper self-care and lessons learned after surviving brain surgery.
Favorite escape: walking outdoors in nature’s beauty and reading.
Status: Teresa married her high-school sweetheart, Steve. They have been blessed with two children and three precious grandchildren (plus one on the way!)
Little-known fact: Crowned Pumpkin Queen of the Sycamore, Illinois harvest festival, Teresa rode on the lead float in the parade. Her winning essay took 1st place in an elementary school contest.
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