Place

A reader wrote: "In one of the letters a while back a guy seemed to imply that only a 1st place trophy means anything, and I would like to say the 4th place trophy my daughter came home with means a ton to our family, considering what was there (4 Monte Carlos and an Eldorado). "

I think some clarification is in order concerning "place".

Every trophy is a 1st Place trophy. The reason I say this is based on a simple fact - in order to win any trophy, some people had to vote for you. And they do not vote for "position" - each person votes for the vehicle they believe is #1. They do not vote for #2, #3 etc. Only #1.

So, when you win a trophy, some people voted your vehicle to be Numero Uno - #1. So every trophy is a 1st place. The only difference between 3rd place and 1st place is the number of folks that thought the 1st place winner was first. But ALL winners were thought to be first by some voters.

So, the next time you walk into the winner's circle to pick up a 2nd place, 3rd place, or even a 4th place award, walk with pride - your vehicle is obviously #1 to some folks.

Last evening we went to Two Trails Diner for the final cruise of the evening, and were rewarded with an unscheduled surprise visit by Chip n' Dale (Bob Sanborn, Dale Chasse). Great having you two clowns join us. But there was a sadness in the air as the cruise came to a close for yet another year, with thoughts of, "Let's all get together for coffee or somethin' over the winter." I agree - friendships should not have to be put on hold.

So, HotKarz will make a stab at getting folks together about once a month, to sit, spin the bull, have some java and keep the friendships unfettered by cold weather.

Meanwhile, there are still a few shows left, so keep the chrome shining...