As I rode my bike to work yesterday I stopped at a four way intersection and waited for the car across from me to move through and make its turn. I was mildly aware of a little white car that pulled up next to me as I focused my attention on the traffic.

As I prepared to move through the intersection I heard, “pardon me ma’am…”  I looked over and saw the white car’s window open and a heavy-set, older gentleman was in the passenger seat.

Expecting to be asked directions or to receive a comment about my mode of transportation, I said, “yes?” And the gentleman asked, “do you have any Gray Poupon?”
I burst out laughing. None of the motorists waiting in the intersection could hear what this passenger had said to me, but the smile on my face was infectious as I continued to chuckle through the intersection and saw the other motorists smile. I’m sure it made them wonder just what had been exchanged between the white car and me.

For those who need some perspective on this or would like a blast from the past, see the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_pGT8Q_tjk

Happy Trails,

Kristi Drake