On This Day

 

The very first “Strictly Stock” race took place at Charlotte Speedway, June 19, 1949, in a 150-mile race on the three-quarter mile speedway, which was located about 20 minutes down I-85 from the current Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Bill France decided to make the move in 1949 to outlaw the “modifieds” and run strictly stock cars so that fans could relate to the cars and drivers.

Most of the cars were driven to the track and it was set to have the fastest 33 drivers enter the race, an ode to the Indianapolis 500 field.

The track was mainly in a residential area. There were lots of complaints about the noise and the dust in the neighborhood,” Overton Jr. said. “There was an overflow crowd, so we found a weeping willow tree on a high bank over turn three. There was just a board fence around the track in those days. So we watched the race and ate dirt from up there, and that was my first real NASCAR exposure.”

And so you have it, on this day, 68yrs. ago..........It is said Petty, made his start!

War?

Do you think our President is fooling around, with this war game thing?  I'm not certain about how this whole issue will turn out, but he's not backing down to the countries, who present a threat to our nation.  Are we so stupid, that we think we know better, than the one, who is trying to lead, and protect our nation?  It's horrible all the crap, I've been seeing lately, on social media about him and his ways of doing things.  Hey, America.........wise up, he's trying to do what many of the former President's were afraid to do!  End of story!

ELECTION DAY

The day has arrived, for the next Presidential election, to decide our nation's fate.  It is with regret for many that we only have two options to choose from.  Hillary or Trump, are not what we want to elect, but there's not much left to go with.
Therefore, it is one or the other, and God help us on both........It's a scary situation, when you consider the backgrounds of these two people.  I just don't know what we as American's are going to do?

Rioting?

When you look at what's going on in this country these days, it makes you worry what will happen next?  All the rioting, is not changing what has happened or is happening, whether it be racial, or downright hatred.  No one is perfect, and it on takes a split second for anyone's life to be changed.  One wrong move, word or look, can start a war in any circle of people.  It's a mess and I'm worried this president we have will declare martial law, and cause a real problem.  That's something none of us want to see, believe me!

Garland Damage

 

This is a picture of some of the damage the tornadoes cause on Dec. 26, 2015.  It's not a very good picture, since I was in the car as we drove past.  The National Disaster Team is still on the properties,  even today.  Clean up has been hampered by several different aspects.

Tenn. Attack Leaves 5 Dead

Once again our nation is reeling from the attack of a terrorist in a one man ordeal.  Two locations were attacked leaving 4 military and the gunman dead.  Reports have it that a lone gunman drove up to both places in a silver Mustang convertible.  Shots were fired into both facilities by this gunman, leaving many businesses on "lock down", until the areas were secured. 
We offer prayers to the families, friends and coworkers of the slain.  May God comfort them and give them strength to move through the following days after this event.
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Riots!

HEY, YOU IDIOTS.........THAT MAN, DIDN'T DIE SO YOU COULD GO AND STEAL OREOS, POTATO CHIPS, CIGARETTES AND TOLIET PAPER!  COME OFF OF YOUR SHIT!  WHAT ARE YOU CHANGING?  PEOPLE WORKED HARD TO MAKE THOSE BUSINESSES YOU ARE DESTROYING.  POSSIBLY, EVEN YOUR PARENTS!

Today in History

Another day this day in history..........

Quotes

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Just Stop It!

Hey, all you idiots, what in the hell do you think your doing?  This damn rioting because a person of race has been killed by another race is a bunch of crap!  If the person of interest was committing a crime and being bullyish, then he should have gotten in trouble.  The fact that he got killed is a part of life in your area.  What day goes by that a murder doesn't happen up there?  You always want things to start trouble about and that's why your race is pulling these bullyish actions on the rest of our nation.  Many of your own race have backed away and are trying to maintain peace, where you are making strife!  You wonder why people don't like what your doing?  Take a look at the things your looting and destroying, that people have put their life savings into!  Why do you think it is right for someone to come in and take something that don't belong to them?  I'm just tired of all the crap and you should be ashamed of yourselves.  Oh by the way, I wonder?  Do you know what the meaning of "ashamed" is ?

Tri-Fuel Conversion Kits

I noticed where the snow had covered up many areas in New York.  I'm sure it must be horrible to be in such a disaster and be unable to move around as usual.  It's possible that these poor people will be stuck several days or even weeks with the weather problem.
Staying warm is a major concern, when dealing with a blizzard of this nature.  The new reports told of how a few unfortunate people have lost their lives during this winter storm.  Being buried alive in your cars is a bad thing.  I saw where the snow was as tall as a 6ft. man and that's a huge storm.  They were expecting more snow in the next two or three days after this one hit.
Homes, need to have access to heating facilities which can be converted during certain outages like this.  As you know, the EPA is strict on emissions and the need to control the output of certain gas emissions.  During your time of being snowed in, you need to have  tri-fuel portable generators   that can be adapted to the type of fuel you have access to.  They say that you can even use a BBQ propane tank to fuel these kits.  That's very convenient I would say, and something you could grab in a hurry.
There's a website where you can get information about this type of generator kit.  The  century fuel products  gives you information to handle the conversion of these generators to other types of fuel.  They offer a step by step information list which tells you what you need to install the  tri-fuel conversion kits   to you generator.  They explain the correct way and tools needed for the conversion.  I'm sure there are many up in New York and surrounding areas that could use this valuable information.  For prices, brands and shipping click on the links in this post and research their products.

Kilauea Lava Flow.....

Lava threatening homes and businesses...

Ebola Quarantine

Allowed to travel around ........

The Times You Dread

Have you ever felt that impending loss or failure that was just around the corner?  You could feel something bad was going to happen and it left you very unsettled.  In fact, the unknown was downright scary!
If you are alive in today's world then it gets even more scary.  It could be the weather reeking havoc; the nation attempting to dislodge our values; your health starting to slide downhill; sudden outbreak of a virus; or loosing one's job.  Each time these disasters hit you can believe that we just aren't ready.
Loosing a loved one, or finding that your life is on the rocks, is just overpowering to the human thinking.  Yet, daily we all have our crosses to bear and do so, whether it be good or bad actions.  This is a time to claim the all mighty power of our loving God.  Reaching for his strong hand during these times, can and will give us comfort and even peace. 
I'm sure you have been to the point of no return many times, as I have.  These are the hardest times to suffer through and yet with God's help, we find ourselves on the other side of the problem, looking back and hoping to never go through that again.  Having faith is one of the strongest means of surviving that I can think of.  Having your belief in God, or a supreme being is the best way to find the strength it's going to take.  You know that no matter what, you will come through the situation and be able to go forward.

9/11

Missing Malaysian Plane?

What happened to the plane?

Another Plane Crash

Flight MH370 was reported missing from radar early Saturday, by Malaysia air traffic control.  Search teams have spotted 2 oil slicks located in the waters off the southern tip of Vietnam in the South China Sea.  So far hopes of finding survivors faded as night fell and more than 20 hours passed since the plane disappeared.
There was no "mayday" signal sent and the aircraft just vanished off radar in what seemed to be good weather.

Deaths

It seems that no matter where you live there's always a crazy person or a sick one that can't handle the stresses of life.  Maybe it's because of the way they were raised, or how the people treated them on a certain job?  Who knows what causes these individuals to act in violence the way they do?  I'm sure the attack in MD, is just one of more that will or may happen in the near future.  It is my hope that we as the American public, can find ways to get these sick people off the streets and get them some help.

Super Bowl XLVIII in Snow?

I found this picture on Yahoo and wanted to show the depth of snow around and in the MetLife Stadium.  It's a mess and will need to be removed before the game........

Texas Ice Storm

These are pictures of the ice storm we had here in Texas this week.  There is still plenty of ice that hasn't melted, but the roads are passable.  The cold temps has kept it from going away soon enough.  Many are still without power because of broken lines.