(retold by S. E. Schlosser, edited by Paul Shlichta) A beloved American folk tale, updated for the Speaker.  ..."Good Morning," said Sister Pelosi, doffing her hat. "Nice weather we're having."The water board said nothing. Brer Hoyer laid low and grinned an evil grin.Sister Pelosi tried again. "And how are you feeling this fine day?"The water board said nothing. Brer Hoyer grinned an evil grin and lay low in the bushes.Sister Pelosi frowned. This strange creature was not very polite. It was beginning to make her mad."Ahem!" said Sister Pelosi loudly, wondering if the water board were deaf. "I said 'HOW ARE YOU THIS MORNING?"The water board said nothing. Brer Hoyer curled up into a ball to hide his laugher. His plan was working perfectly!"Are you deaf or just rude?" demanded Sister Pelosi, losing her temper. "I can't stand folks that are stuck up! You take off that hat and say 'Howdy-do' or I'm going to give you such...(Read Full Post)