Raising money for any charity is tough. Getting any money in this economy is tougher.
Maine Oxy put on their usual bit of a quirky Car Show, raising money for their select charity. It was to say the least a good time. The crowd was a little thin but the impending doom and gloom of misforcasted weather probably had something to do with it. The Foliage Run in Peru also came into play with several locals attending that.
The sad thing is the constant whining from the usual crowd about parking, voting, etc, took away from a warm day and a fun time. The latest rumor had the Road Scholars giving all its Ballots to one person to vote with. First let me say this, as a member of that organization we don't do that shit. I still have my ballot. Second, it is a moot point as extra ballots could be obtained at the registration table just by asking. Third, really, stooping that low will give you bad back.
The auction was a little disapointing with a couple of things still sitting on the table, not meeting the reserve. Partly due to the economy, mostly due due to the crowd. L/A is known for being stingey as what sells in Portland for $20 goes for $15 or less up here.
The bright spot was the Best of Show going to a vehicle fairly new to the scene in a certain 72 Maverick, rather than the collection of stick on doodads and tacky chrome flames in the other corner. Here's a hint, Elvis is dead, God is King, Hair dye is cheap and its time to change the kitty litter.
There is one more to go in New Gloucester on the 20th. Bring a blanket or sun screen it can go either way.
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It was I and I alone that gave my ballot to a good friend. It was mine I paid for it, so in my mind I could do any thing I wanted with it. Next time I will wipe my ass with it. I am just really disapointed in the winey baby that did the bitching. If he or any body has a problem with me run to me, not the rest of the club that I am in. I fully stand for A.N.F.B. remember Durham a couple years back. Someones head has gotten a little to big this summer getting a lot of firsts because his biggest compertion has left his shiney toy home. This has put a bad taste in my mouth I am very sorry if I brought down any of the people that was bothered by this. I paid for that ballot so I should be able to do with it what I want and I did just that. Thanks for your ear, Bob Reed
ReplyDeleteNot sure who started that rumor, but hopefully he understands what starting rumors can get. As far as bringing anybody down, not going to happen. Like I said, I still got my ballot so if you need a little extra to wipe your ass with....
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