Diehards

In spite of a constant, steady rain and raw temperatures, a number of diehards arrived at the Durham show today and toughed it out to the end. Every one of those intrepid car buffs is worthy of praise for their dedication - and need to have their heads examined.

It is days like this that separate the normal car buffs from the dedicated and addicted car nuts. And now we know which are which.

But the real story is this: everyone had a great time in spite of the inclement weather. No shortage of laughs and camaraderie.

Norm Gray won most of the trophies - Best Engine, Best of Show, 1st in his class. Not unexpected for such a beautiful piece of iron. And lest I forget, Norm also took home a huge, special trophy for being the Best Ice Cream Eater. No lie!

Jim Peacock and his '66 Satellite won the trophy and an invitation to represent the Durham Show at the World of Wheels in Boston this year. Gotta admit, that '66 something-or-other is a really fine ride.

All in all, a good day, regardless of the miserable weather. Cheryl & Stan Page, along with Archie and all who helped put this show together for us did an excellent job once again.

But I gotta tell ya, Archie - if it had not rained, I do not see where you would have put all the vehicles that normally show up. I don't think that will be enough room next year...

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