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May 29th, 2008

Linda and I made our way to the Cruise-In a little earlier than expected, about 3:45, we made the dozen or so traffic control devices on Green! As we parked our  '61 Corvair into our favorite spot, Graham, G4HFG, from Oldham England came in over the radio to spend the night with us. The only vehicle in the way, was the business end of an articulated lorry (Semi Tractor, sorry I was copying Linda's notes). The driver was just restocking his sleepers provisions. Ernie was the first to park his Fiero in a spot across from us. The trucker pulled out just about the time that James arrived in and parked his '67 Firebird in a spot usually occupied by "Big John". Then "Mustang Mike"  arrived and situated the DJ Rig in it's normal location. "Scary Larry's" '86 Mustang was stranded over at Whistle Junction, later after a jump start he parked it next to us. "Cousin John" backed his Caddy into a spot across from the DJ Rig. Ron would back his '61 Caddy in to a spot just after he arrived, Renee would join in later and do the shopping for the door prizes. Nicky "Bop" only took 1 try to park his '32 Duce Coupe between them. Paul, in his "Toy Truck", would park under the big shade tree, just before Bob arrived in his  SSR. Coy would arrive and help with the Cones, Thank You. John would back his '57 Chevy into his favorite spot, Ed & Evelyn would park across from him in her '64 Monza Coupe. Tony & Marianne would then take their favorite spot for the '71 SS454 Monte Carlo. It was a slow start to the evening, we couldn't figure out why.

It was a while before "Bo" would arrive in his '64 Corvair convertible, son, Marc would join him later until he had to head off to work. Jean would back her '36 Ford into a spot next to Paul. "Bill the Photographer" was spotted shooting at all the cars. Steve Mc, K4SKM, would bring out the '64 Corvair and park next to Evelyn's. Bob would arrive in his '68 SS396 Chevelle, Nick would make it out in the '32 Ford and park along 13th Street, just where they like it. Francine brought out the '95 Camaro. Dan z would join them in with his '59 Edsel. Bill in his '81 Blazer would park across from Paul. Tom & Edna would join the other Corvairs with their '65 Greenbrier 8 door van. Chuck would join in with all of the Earth Toned cars with his '57 Chevy, he said he wanted to brighten up the row. Libby would join him later. Don R would take the parking spot behind the DJ rig for his '68 Mustang Fastback. Brian was spotted in his '66 Chevelle taking his favorite spot. Dave and Bailey, the "Pony Dog" stopped by in the '64 1/2 Mustang. Ed & Sarah would park Maybelline, their '62 Corvair next to ours. We headed for the Sonic for something to eat. While there, Tony & Marsha arrived in their Healey Sebring. Chuck & Linda would be out in their '78 and '79 'Vettes.  Tom & Debbie would bring out the '66 Impala Anthony & Madison were riding with them. Brian & Missy would also be out in the V8 powered S-10.  "Lucky Louie" would park his '52 Ford across from us. Gary & Wanda had their '55 Chevy along 13th Street. Bob's '36 Ford Humback that was next to "Bo". Hank in his "Baja Bug" out on his way to work. Roy F would have the top down on his '64 Galaxie 500 XL behind Nicky "Bop". Bert & "Ernie" had the '66 Comet wagon in the row across from us. Steve, Charlie and Marie had out the '77 deVille. The "Wookie" parked his Mustang next to Don's. Dave, Esther, Nikki, and Asa arrived in the '83 Mercury. Allan even  stopped by for a bit on his way home. Jim was out in his '67 GTO. Ray & Bonnie were also out in their '56 Lincoln. She donated a few door prizes, Thank You.

Whew, what a night, I know there were cars that came and went, people I didn't get to talk to. We were all just having too good of a time, it went quickly. I even spotted John B and Mary in their 66 'Vette backed into a spot at the Sonic for a meal. George in his "Heirloom" '61 Falcon was amongst the last to arrive. Red Racer Ted, KE4TTE came out to visit and take some photos.  Ed, WB8BHL and his son Christen came by to check out the Cruise. Oh, I almost forgot Clay, WA8ART was out with his brother in the '59 'Vette. Timmy & company were even spotted and Roger F had his '56 Chevy next to Bill's Blazer. "Mustang Mike" was playing his usual mix of tunes and Bob, was helping out in the trailer that is until he started to feel poorly, he went home and then Emma helped with the tickets and drawings. Get Well, Bob. Barbara and the grandkids were out, Larry is still in Michigan.

Next week we will have $200 in the "Cruise-A-Matic" Paul Mather, Cruiser #308 wasn't out tonight. Awwwwww.

Barbara Vliet Cruiser #204, had the winning ticket for the $99 50/50. She donated $14 back to the Cruise-In. Thank You.

"Cruiser of the Week" went home with Dan Zapico, Cruiser #148 in his '59 Edsel

Bert & "Ernie" Brown were chosen as "Cruiser of the Month" for June.

Red Racer (I'm Not Racing anymore) Ted, KE4TTE's Photos.
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