Picked up this photo some time ago, and it has been kicking around ever since.
What intrigues me a bit is the fact it has the words "American Spy" written across the top of it.
I'd had preferred that it said "American Outlaw" and in that there would be more chance of finding out the identity of the man.
The writing was done in ballpoint pen, so it was obviously long after the photo was taken, probably a generation or two....right?
Not so fast. Turns out the ball point pen was actually invented in 1888, and versions were in use in the early 20th century.
But, the mystery still remains as to who this guy is, and why would anyone bother to write "American Spy" on the photo in the first place?
The title is the question.
What would I do with my time if I did sell the business?
Oh let me count the ways I would use my time....
Hmmm...................................
Harder than I thought to answer that.
Yes, as I mentioned in the last post, I would get to writing, but that wouldn't be all.
I would be doing more research connected to the writing, even get some road trips planned and executed. Things connected to Albert Johnson (aka The Mad Trapper of Rat River), a buried steam locomotive, an ancient dugout canoe, Viking travel through Manitoba, and a number of other areas of research I have interest in.
I think I could well be kept very busy by those pursuits if I was unshackled from my business.
How to make a living would be another matter all together, though.
I'd likely need to have a book contract in place, something that would have an advance, to support me in groceries and other "life expenses" while I do my thing in creating a book...
Or....
A reality TV contract, perhaps?
The problem with most reality TV contracts is the first season is pretty slim when it comes to real money.
I am sure I will find enough to do with my time....IF the business were to sell....but until then I need to sell, sell, sell.
So, ready, set, SHOP!
