...like any family that their house burns down, we need to rebuild stronger than ever before. The good thing about this house we are living in now is that it's a free, open source forum. It's the same platform the CLC forum runs on so it should be around for a very long time.
That said, we need to remember the bonds we have forged here over time. The cars are what initially brought us together, but outside of that, we have formed lifelong bonds.
For example, Crystal and I were newly dating when we met many of you for the first time. My first marriage was over and my old life was met behind. Starting over again, and looking for new friends, Crystal and I showed up for Skegfest 2012 where we met Motherbrain and his crew, Art, Jan, Keith, Mike, and the guys from Ohio for the first time. Many friendships were formed there and some of them became very close friendships. Lets fast forward to this September. Crystal and I were married on September 12th. Art and Jan made the trip from Linglestown in their motorhome and Mike came up from New Jersey. That week, we feasted like royalty, went whale watching, visited Canada's oldest city not far from us, but most importantly, they joined us as a very active part of our wedding.
Art and Jan were our best man and maid of honour:
Mikey was chauffeuring the bride and did a reading:
Of course, Mikey being the famous guy he was even asked to autograph a young lady's chest
These are the ties that bind this family together that are never to be broken
That were all made possible by the cars we all love:
So while the house may not be the same, the people all living in it still are. We are united by a common spirit that even though the house has been replaced, that spirit will bring it back better than before.
Oh, and yes, Art, the magnolia tree is recovering well after abruptly meeting the back end of your motorhome. Little secret folks - you can let Art drive your car - just don't let him back up!
