I've enjoyed the writing arts for years, and some of my work
has even been well received.   So when I read that a Vanagon
group writing contest was being contemplated, that thought
laid as pleasantly in my mind as toasty hand warmer might
feel in a concealed breast pocket while ascending a snowy
mountain.

Then I read Per's line, "What I liked most about this car
was, when pushing it through a corner, the tires riding on
their edges, I just floored it, and it sucked itself to the
tarmac like a Dirt Devil to a shaggy carpet ;-). "  Sure I
could tweak the way it's said, but could I improve on its
wonderful poetic visceral impact?  Nah, too tough for the
kid.  Great writing Per.  Thanks for the mind candy.
John