A Passion For Purple

Story ID:	648
Written by:	Nancy J. Kopp (bio, contact, other stories)
Story type:	Only Here
Location:	Manhattan KS USA
Year:	1975
Person:	Coach Snyder

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Posted 07/18/2006 07:41 by Gail Lee Martin | Reply

You said it like it is, straight from the heart. Even God made many Kansas wildflowers purple. Thistle, princess feather, pokeberries and mulberries are a few samples of his royal hand. An excellent writing example of 'Purple Pride'. Gail

Posted 07/18/2006 08:55 by Kathe M. Campbell | Reply

Ahh yes, my HS color was purple, I know from wherest you come, Nancy. Purple for the ages and purple for all ages can't be beat when you're a darn fool K-State fan. Great story...K

Posted 07/18/2006 10:38 by Carol J Garriott | Reply

Another excellent essay, Nancy! I've sent it to my nephew and family who are also goofy for Manhattan Purple. It's always great to see people passionate about things, be it their school sports or whatever. Nicely tied up at the end with the coach. Carol

Posted 07/18/2006 12:10 by Maria Harden | Reply

Great story, Nancy. Your town really does fit the story title. The ending could be a double entendre, as I thought at first you were referring to the singer Prince's "Purple Rain" song from some years back. I guess the younger generation would think of that. :)
Maria

Posted 07/18/2006 18:03 by Kathleene S Baker | Reply

Oh, this takes me back to my yrs. in Manhattan! My first husband played football there....and I had numerous purple outfits. College towns are fun and it's so easy to get caught up in the excitement. Great story...