Cowboy poet Baxter Black ended his speech to the Cattlemen's Beef Board at the 2007 Cattle Industry Summer Convention with a tall tale about cows chewing their cud. I couldn't resist; I just had to interview him...
Baxter Black, known for his hilarious poems about the cowboy way of life, is a feisty and adventurous cowboy with a heart of gold. Black doesn't own a computer or a cell phone, and after some persistent chasing, I was able to schedule breakfast with the talking cowboy.
We spent two hours discussing everything from veterinary medicine, immigration laws, the beef industry, and Christian faith. I'm truly honored to have spent time with this man. He has graciously volunteered his time and talents to being the voice of the Beef Checkoff. Baxter gave me several words of advice as he charmed me through our morning together with a twitch of that handlebar mustache and a twinkle in his sparkling eyes.
There simply are not enough people spreading the good word about agriculture today. Baxter Black has been putting smiles on the faces of agriculturalists for decades. Even though I may not have a handlebar mustache, I hope that one day I will be able to join the voice for agriculture.
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Comments (2)
I'm so envious that you got to have breakfast with Baxter Black. Years ago he spoke at our National Block and Bridle meeting in Denver and I fell in love with his humor and poetry. I can't even imagine interviewing him...can't wait to hear that radio show! Persistance pays off!
Posted by Melissa Hart | July 23, 2007 3:51 PM
Posted on July 23, 2007 15:51
Baxter Black is such a genuine sweetheart. He was so eager to give me advice on my career goals and so honest about the turns and twists in his own life. He is truly one of a kind. A gift to cowboys everywhere. I feel so fortunate to have spent time with him! Thanks for stopping by Melissa.
Posted by Amanda Nolz | July 23, 2007 5:38 PM
Posted on July 23, 2007 17:38