Qualifying for pole
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Seems Brad did the same thing in the race! Loved watching him suck the M&Ms offthat Jap Crap when he went by. Congratulations Brad.
Forum Activity for @tim-leeming
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Davy Crockett and the High Banks
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I'm guessing many of you remember the Walt Disney shows from the 50s which chronicled three parts of the life of Davy Crockett. My youngest brother, Gary, now deceased, was always in one of those coon skin caps and had one of the toy "Ole Betsy" rifles. It was a big thing. Heck, even the theme song from the show was on the radio all the time.
As I am often prone to do, since there is very little on network television worth watching, I tuned to the "Disney Movies on Demand" last night and one of the movies was the three episode Crockett saga putinto a movie. Great watching it again!
If any of you remember, when things were happening in Davy' life, they would show a hand drawn map of the travels of Davy. Last night, in the part where he and George E. Russell were headed for Mississippi, they went through Alabama, of course, from Tennessee. On that map was "Taldaga" . Even in 1955 and '56 when these Crockett shows were made, the little Alabama town was destined for greatness!!!
Oh, and as to the song, there is absolutely NO TRUTH to the rumor, that "Born on a Mountain Top in Tennessee" has anything to do with our own Jeff Gilder.
updated by @tim-leeming: 12/05/16 04:02:57PM
Confessions of the Legend
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Lol, ok, Bill, I guess I can forgive a good friend like you for indiscretions! Singing it is on the 16th.
Confessions of the Legend
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Bill, and Dennis, I thought of including those television dunderheads, but realized it would be difficult to waive the "hate" words! So, Bill, instead of "Happy Birthday" on August 16th, I'm going to "Boogity, Boogity, Boogity" your butt across the Glory Road in front of the D. W. car!!!!!!!
Confessions of the Legend
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Most every who knows me knows very well that I am a "people person". I like, and get along with, almost anyone. Those who do offend me for whatever reason I perceive the reason to be are just simply removed from my list of those with whom I communicate. Period. I don't have the time or desire to associate, even on social websites, with downers and know-it-alls. There are plenty of those around as I am sure most of you can attest.
I have really be fortunate to have made some really great friends from this site and although Danny Whitener believes I have a "list" of certain individuals subject to retribution at some point, I can assure you that list has never exceeded 10 at one time! Right, Danny?
The purpose of this post is a public response to a private e-mail I received this morning from someone who only occasionally, and only on rare occasion, writes to privately respond to my public posts or public comments on the radio show. The reason for today's e-mail was the post I put up about Junior and Kenseth. The scathing comments contained in that e-mail caused me to post this confession. Points are:
1. Favorite driver: Richard Petty always was my favorite and always will be. I really liked it when Bobby Hamilton was driving the 43 but in realityI don't really have a favorite. I watch races because I always have and because I still get the thrill of watching the field of colorful and loud cars battle it out on whatever track.
2. Favorite track: After Columbia Speedway, where I literally grew up, Darlington is my favorite track, followed closely by Rockingham. I am not a fan of all these 1 and 1/2 mile "quad-oval" tracks and I still think it is a shame what Bruton did to Atlanta. The Atlanta track, in its original configuration, provided some awesome races and I have many wonderful memories of that track.
3. Comments I make: This is sort of a direct response to the e-mail. Most of you, I assume, know what "tongue in cheek" comments are. For those who don't, at least in my opinion, it is saying something with sort of a silent chuckle to myself seeking to solicit a response for a person either reading my posts or listening to me talk. Most who know me know that I do this often solely to get comments going. Danny Whitener is one who truly understands this about me as he and I trade barbs all the time but I consider Danny to be one of the most genuine people I've ever met. Same with Dave Fulton and TMC Chase. We throw the barbs back and forth but it is all in the spirit of fun and in the hopes that others will join in and maybe some new information will be shared.
4.I do not "hate" anyone. I have very strong dislikes of certain makes of cars, which I openly express, and strong dislikes of some of the drivers, which I also express for all to see. I have my reasons for these feelings, but honestly, when I make the posts to the Forum naming some of those for whom I have little or no respect, it is with the hope that the fans of those makes and drivers will jump in a present their side of it. That makes for much interesting conversation.
So, there you have it, at least for today. Remember, I answer every e-mail and respond to every comment I see so feel free to unload. This I promise you: I am very unlikely to change. I realize I am not always right but I am expressing my feelings as to what I believe. I will not attempt to force my opinions on you, or to speak for you unless you specifically ask me to. Just remember, I like to entice discussion. Citing something to which everyone will agree is asking for a bunch of "Amens, Atta boy" and other such responses which encourages nothing but a few strokes of the keyboard.
updated by @tim-leeming: 12/05/16 04:02:57PM
To Comment or Not Comment on Historical Racing Photos in the Photos Section??
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Simon, I am pleased that you have choosen to come into the light and out of the shadows of lurking. You really nailed it with your comment because it IS the comment section of this site that really adds to the historic significance of what the site tries to do.
The History Minutes started when it was a very rainy Thursday here in Columbia and I was reading from the "Forty Years of Stock Car Racing". I got the idea for a daily post and asked Jeff for permission, which he granted. As the year progress I was learning so very interesting things I had not known although I've been around the sport since 1952. But it was when TMC Chase and Dave Fulton, along with several others, began jumping in with the clippings, photos,and videos that the whole thing started coming together. I think what the site has put together in the History Minutes is an awesome reference tool for future members of the site.
Thank you for being a member and for your contributions. I hope you will add your memories here as well.
How Dare You Junior????? Not calling Matt to apologize.
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Andy, that is my opinion of Dale, Jr., exactly. He always owns up to his mistakes and there have been incidents he accepts blame when I think he's totally innocent. Not that I'm a Junior fan, but that's just how I see it with him. I also agree that I think Road America would have been a great track for the Cup. I would guess if ISC could get their hands on it, Cup would run there. I also totally agree with you on the NASCAR request for interesting soundbites.
Having said all that, now I can only ask "What is this world coming to?". Andy and Tim agree 100% of certain issues. I guess there is hope for world peace after all.
How Dare You Junior????? Not calling Matt to apologize.
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Oh, and Bill, the NASCAR site is quoting Mouthy Matt as saying "Junior has one coming". Seems that site is also quoting A. J. Allmendinger as saying pretty much the same thing. Hope Junior is wearing his armor in Kentucky.
How Dare You Junior????? Not calling Matt to apologize.
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Didn't appear to be joking Bill, but being the fake he is, it is difficult to tell I suppose.