Oh, Dave, I do so remember that. November 26th I believe, of 1968, he announced he was going to Ford. Back in those days I hated (and I don't use that word often) a Ford more than just about anything else. Boy, did Richard and I have words over that!!!! And then there was the Columbia Speedway race that year. lol, what memories as my friend Johnny Mallonee would say.
Randy Myers and I have alreadydiscussed another trip there in March. Hopefully we'll be able to work it out for a Saturday and many RacersReunion folks can attend. I shall now put on my flak jacket and await the incoming.
Is it possible for a "hot head" to cause fires? That would seem to be a plausible explanation for it to happen twice at JGR. Please note there is NO reference made to any individual, living or dead.
PLEASE ALLOW ME TO CLEAR UP THE FACEBOOK DELETE. As I said, I posted my remark in response to one of my Facebook "connects" and it was well within his power to delete it if he chose to do so, which he did. I apologized to him, he apologized to me and said that NASCAR is known to read his posts and although he has never had a problem with NASCAR he believes that is because he tries very hard to keep negative comments about NASCAR off his site. Although my remark was not intended as negative, I can certainly see how someone could interpret it as such. So, the remark was removed and I'm fine with that. I have reconnected with many old time friends and made many new ones on Facebook. While my computer knowledge is very limited, I do enjoy being a part of the website. When they make me convert to the new "Timeline" feature, I'm not sure I can still participate. But, nevertheless, it has been fun for me. So, whether or not you like it is a personal preference. You, of course, do NOT have to like what I like and I don't have to like what you like. That's why we live in the U.S.A. We have the freedom of expression and I intend to defend that right for as long as I live.
Robbie, you are exactly right! Thank you. I contacted the guy who had the original post to which I responded. He said he did delete it, not because he has anything aqainst me, but he says NASCAR reads his posts and it could have caused him problems. I did apologize properly and will not do such a thing again.
Just for fun, I posted the opinion again today on Facebook, and I was very positive, very proper, but still pointing out the blank pages in the NASCAR Rule Book for the insertion of "rules" to benefit NASCAR. It stayed for approximately 10 minutes and was deleted. Unbelieveable! I had no idea Facebook was censored. Lol. Funny thing is, I've seen far less flattering statements about NASCAR, many less flattering about everything else from the President to the maid at Motel Six, and those seem to stay. I am absolutely lost as to why my comments about the rule book disappear into cyberspace. Oh well, not to worry.
There was a post by someone on Facebook this morning regarding this deal. I made a comment about the flexabilty of NASCAR's Rule Book and the fact that getting Danica in the 500 is top priority for NASCAR, even moreso than getting Dale, Jr. in. My remark, I thought, was in good taste, was not rude or critical in any respect, just simply stating that NASCAR has blank pages in the "rule book" for whatever may be needed to enhance the show. I find it very interesting that within five minutes, my post was deleted, removed. So, I shall now set the timer and see if my post here is removed!!!!!
Ok, folks, join us tonight for Racin' Through History as I start naming names! You never know what you're going to hear and you all know I am notorious for causing problems. We shall see how tonight goes.
Thanks, Ray. You have listed talent unmatched in the sportswriters' world. What a Hall of Fame they would make. See you Saturday, my friend!
Yes Sir,both of the Burtons are fine gentlemen. These two brother are a fine example of what racers can be when raised properly, if you get my meaning. Congratulations Ward.
