Happy Valentine's Day
President Bill Morrow called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, February 3, 2009. There were 91 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as corrected in newsletter.
Moment of Silence
Tonight we paused to remember Linda Wernecke.
Guests
Our guest for the evening was Mr. George Hagley. He came to check and see what the Whidbey Cruzers were all about. His classic is a '56' Ford.
New Classics in our Club
1. Bill Waite reported that he bought the car on EBay and drove his '70' Convertible Carmenghia (VW) back from San Diego.
2. Jerry Rolfe said he found in Vancouver and purchased a junker '56' Ford pickup for $2000. Other reports told us it was much nicer.
3. Pat Covello reported that he sold his '64' Malibu to new members Cliff Aaker and Sue Carpenter, and replaced it with a '65' GTO.
Treasurer's Report for January - Jim Rairigh
START $8223.96
INTAKE:
Dues 1450.00
Party 200.00
50/50 146.00
Plaques 54.00
EXHAUST:
Rent 2008/2009 1500.00
Party refunds 200.00
Party, CPO Club 100.00
Secretary, Joan Reeves, stamps 84.00
Party, Barb Mann 46.46
Party, Brenda Ackley 33.00
Bay Printing, newsletter 31.47
Sunshine, Darlene Hammond 14.27
FINISH: $8064.76
Treasurer's report was approved as read.
The audit of the 2008 accounts was completed by Gail Jaeger and Alma Williams who found all monies and transactions in order. Thank you, Virginia Teker.
2009 dues are still being collected. If you still have not paid your dues contact Jim Rairigh at 360-679-0354.
A 2009 budget is being prepared and will be presented next month.
Membership – Gail Jaeger
Gail reported 111 paid members so far for 2009. She will be working on the new membership roster after she gets back from Hawaii, she should be plenty rested!!!! She had a few new member name tags to hand out. Contact Gail for membership applications as well as Jim Rairigh. 360-675-5723 or email chuckngailjaeger@verizon.net.
Newly Revised Bylaws
New printed bylaws are available at each monthly meeting for the taking. I can also send a copy via an email or regular mail. Anyone wishing to obtain a copy please contact Joan at 360-679-7936 or 360-929-4739 cell phone. Or email me trfh1@urraca.whidbey.net.
Cruz Committee – Mel Rogers and Dan Terrill
Mel encouraged anyone to contact him about an idea for a cruise that the club could participate in.
Chelan Trip/Car Show, June 5-7 - A car show on Friday and Saturday will add some purpose and fun to our trip. There will be the usual show-n-shine, poker runs, poker walks, entertainment, and a beer and wine garden. Also, The Wally Peterson Memorial Fly-In is the same weekend; and so the possibilities of an airplane show. The Mountain View Lodge is located on the North shore of Lake Chelan 7 mi. from the downtown village of Manson. Plenty of activities close to the lodge. Rates are S100/day for King and $105 for 2 queens. A discount of 20% will be given for 16 rooms or more. As of this meeting there were 22 couples signed to go and only a couple rooms left, so contact Mel or Deanna for the 1 800 number and ask how to reserve your spot. Call Mel at 360-678-7727 or email meldeanna@comcast.net if there are any questions. Definite details of the trip agenda will be made in April as the date gets closer. There are no car show registration forms available at this time. Possible itinerary:
Friday, June 5: Travel to Chelan via North Cascades Hwy or Stevens Pass with stops along the way. Social and food at Mountain View Lodge around 5 pm. "Cruz'n Chelan Car Show" activities in evening.
Saturday, June 6: Car Show and other activities of choice. Afternoon social and group BBQ at the Lodge outdoor kitchen. Evening activities at the car show (or not?).
Sunday, June 7: Return home via North Cascades Hwy or Stevens Pass with stops along the way.
Other one day cruises were mentioned such as a Nut House Cruise and possibly a lunch or dinner cruise to LaConner but no dates as of yet to report. A "We Don't Know Where the Hell we're Goin" Cruise will be scheduled late April, but just to let you know be prepared to have money in your pocket and gas in the car, only the coordinators will know. Sounds like fun doesn't it!!!!!!
Historian – Ray Payeur
Ray was looking back on old newsletters and found the first one, it shows ITEM 1, No. 1 dated March 1997 consisted of one page, which he found interesting because now the newsletter consists of 18 pages? GREEN?
FROM YOUR SECRETARY: Hey Ray! You knew I couldn't let that comment go by with out a rebuttal!!!!! 18 pages, what newsletter were you looking at and whose computer/website? When it leaves my computer to the printers it's usually no more than 9 pages of 8 1/2 x 11. The printed newsletter is 4 pages, printed on one sheet of 11 x 14 front and back. Now if you were looking at the website that is out of my control!!!!!!! JUST PULLING
YOUR CHAIN!!!!!!!!
Ray also passed the membership history binder to the new members so they could get an idea of what to add about them and their vehicles!!!
Sunshine Committee – Ted Mann
Ted Mann gave the report, which was supposed to be given by Barb Mann for Judy Biddle. It sure seems easy to pass the hat doesn't especially when Barb and Judy opt for nicer weather? Anyway, he reported that cards were sent in January to Larry Phillips, Pam Taylor, and Harry Gibson. Harry Abbott too, is mental a case?
On February 1, Bill Morrow put out an email that Harry had some medical setbacks and was at that time at Saint Josephs Hospital in Bellingham. He had two surgeries and was just moved out of intensive care. Contact Bill if you would like an update.
Bill Morrow told was us that Joe Spiker is doing well with swimming and bike riding for exercise, enjoying the weather. Glad to see he's doing well.
If the illness or medical problem is not mentioned the reason is either it's not known or the family/person did not want it to be known. Concerned friends may ask our President or Judy Biddle for updates or how to send well wishes.
Contact Judy Biddle if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-675-6970 or email bjbiiddle@verizon.net.
Social Committee – Vicki Sullivan
In January Mary Jo Phillips asked to send out information about a possible group trip on the bus to see a musical in Seattle: HELLO DOLLY.
Pat and Sharon Covello wanted to arrange a group to go see Danny Vernon "Elvis Impersonator" at the Casino so an email was sent.
Carol Stone wanted and arrange an outing to "IN THE MOOD" a BIG BAND Song and Swing Review in Anacortes on February 15th. Seven couples signed up.
Bill Morrow said that ge would like to arrange a NUT HOUSE Cruise in May. Sorry that's a cruise to the Nut House. Either way it sounds bad!
Then there is the redundant Christmas/Spring Fling Cruzer Party in March which Barb Mann will address.
Alma Williams has arranged a Friday Creek Campout in May which she will tell you about.
The "New and Improved" Lake Chelan Cruise is now to be held in June instead of the traditional September hosted by Mel and Deanna Rogers which they will talk about.
There are no socials planned for any of the upcoming months so if anyone would like to feel free to jump in and make a suggestion.
I think I have finally gotten all of the bugs worked out of the email addresses on the roster so that I can forward any news you might have except for Sharon and Marty Luther (whose box is always full) and Jack and Patty Christian.
Memorial Day Campout, Friday Creek Campground, May 22-May25 – Alma Williams has reserved 17 camp spots, but must plan early before the camp reservations fill up. The cost this year is $20 per night for Thousand Trail members, $25 for non members. $20 is the fee for tent campers. Saturday the 25th is a potluck at 2 p.m. for all club members and friends whether camping or not. She has 13 spots already assigned and four left. If she needs to get more spots she can. Please notify Alma ASAP via email at almabwilliams@hotmail.com or call 360-675-3956.
If anyone would like to plan an event, have all the details, send it to Vicki in an email to send out to all the club members. She is willing to be a contact/response person for a list of those wishing to participate. 360-678-6032.
Car Show Committee – Pat Covello
Pat Covello is standing in for Matt. Still not many car shows to tell.
***See the Calendar at a Glance which lists the car shows Pat mentioned. If you have any questions or know of a show contact Matt at 360-682-6722. His email address is macnfeather@comcast.net.
**** REMINDER - Seattle and Portland Roadster Shows are cancelled due to the buyer not coming through soon enough and so a deposit was not put down on the facilities, etc.
Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Bill Morrow filled us in on the welding class held January 30. The turn out was great, two sessions, total of 35 plus the four instructors. Garages used were Bruce Biddle's and Larry Smith's. Instructors were Bruce Biddle, Larry Smith, Norm McCullaugh, and Larry Brewer. Contact Bruce at 360-675-6970 questions about what the advisor does, for comments and ideas. A special reward was given to "Smitty" made in his class to thank him for is fine instruction, ask Smitty!!!!! Looking to do other classes or similar things every couple of months, Ed Barrett offered his car for a body workshop!!!!!
Smitty told us a really sad story about a friend that recently past. When he and his wife got married about 30 years ago she would charge him $20 every time they had sex. Thirty years go by and she comes home one day and he's drunk as a skunk, she asked him "what's wrong honey". He said "I lost my job, she said "Don't worry, that $20 I collected for thirty years has built up and is now $3 million, he said "Holy smokes if I'd known that I'd would've given you all my business!!!"
Talk to Bruce if you have an idea about a class or need help with something he will help you out. 360-675-6970.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. XMAS/SPRING FLING PARTY – New theme is "Turn Winter into a Spring Fling" March 21, 2009, CPO Club. There will be a live band "TIME PIECE" they pay 50's, 60's and 70's music. Cost is $25 per person. 5:30 pm. to 10:30 pm., NO HOST BAR. Drawing for door prizes, each person will get one ticket. CONTACT JIM RAIRIGH FOR TICKETS AND MEAL CHOICES 360-679-0354.
a. Those that are already signed and paid their money and made dinner choices do not need to do a thing just show up.
b. The following menu options are:
Prime Rib, garlic mashed potatoes, green beans Amandine
Or
Chicken Marsala, rice pilaf, green beans Amandine
Vegetarian Entrée available
Both served with green salad, with dressing on the side.
Dessert options are Apple or Pecan Pie ala mode
If anyone has a question about the party call Barb Mann at 360-679-5115.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. An official "Club Photographer" Ed Hammond already does most or all of the pictures that are seen on the website or sent by email. He has offered to become the "Club Photographer" with a yearly budget of less than $100. He will use is own equipment. Vicki Sullivan made the motion it was seconded and approved by a show of hands.
2. Memorial Day Parade – Bill mentioned that we received a letter asking for our participation, driving veterans in the parade in our classics. He asked for a volunteer(s) or anyone willing to step up and coordinate. Contact Bill at 360-675-4905.
3. Giving of Club Monies to Fund Raisers – The subject has been a cause of tension among club members. So President Bill has asked for feedback from the membership about what you feel the club is about, what we should or shouldn't do with our money, and wants to state it in the bylaws so there will be no mistake about contributions, etc. Please email your ideas or opinions to Bill in the next month at billmorrow1@verizon.net.
4. Duties of the Officers - Bill wants to get in writing a more detailed account of each officers duties. He would like to incorporate more detailed duties in the bylaws so things are taken care of -by the outgoing Board before the incoming Board takes over. This Board will be taking a hard look at the bylaws and making recommendations to the membership.
Classifieds
FOR SALE:
A set of Auto-Lite (8) Double Platinum Spark Plugs APP2545. Used in Ford products from 83-97? Cross Ref: AC 41-811, Motorcraft 6W6, AWSF44EE & PP.
$10.00 for the bunch. Contact Ron Teker at 360-675-8375 or email him at rteker@comcast.net.
***When the above items have been sold or acquired please notify Joan Reeves to be removed. The ads will only run for two months and then dropped unless otherwise notified.
If you have an ad you want in the newsletter send me an email, a written statement in the mail, or at the monthly meetings. 360-679-7936.
Events Calendar at a Glance
Date Event Location _ ___POC____
02/15 Swedish Cruise XXX Issaquah 206-365-6913
02/13-15 Portland Rod & Custom Show Portland 360-225-0275
02/14-15 Tacoma Early Bird Swap Meet Puyallup, WA 253-863-6211
03/03 Cruzer Potluck/Gen. Mtg. Oak Harbor Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
03/08 Puyallup 4x4 Swap meet Puyallup 253-847-8202
*****REMEMBER – EVERY FRIDAY EVENING THE WHIDBEY CRUZERS AND THEIR FRIENDS HAVE A SOCIAL GATHERING TO GOSSIP, FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AND TALK CARS!!! DON'T MISS OUT, COME, ENJOY, AND ADD YOUR COMMENTS AND OPINIONS AND SHOW OFF YOUR VEHICLE(S). 5:00 – 7:00 PM AT THE PIZZA FACTORY.
50/50 Drawing and Door Prizes:
50/50 Winner: Rick Klemencic $123.00, you lucky dude!!
Bucket Dude and Dudette were Mel and Deanna Rogers for last month's winner Dan Terrill. Dan is in sunny Arizona. Door prizes were as follows: Large bottle of Wash/Wax, Citrus Degreaser, Fix a Flat, Car perfume bottle, large 4 Eagle handle knife set, Vanilla Body Wash/Lotion Set, 4 car books with water bottles, Pizza Factory certificate, bird house, kitchen knife set, and a picture frame.
Winners for the evening were Carol Stone, Deanna Rogers, Stan Grovdahl, Jimmy Flowers, Richard Voit, Rudy Parhaniemi, Bob Cairns, Linda Haddon, Todd Stephenson, Larry Smith, Sharon Covello, and Greg Speck. Congratulations to all!!!!
Next Meeting:
Our next meeting is March 3, 2009. Please come and enjoy the fun at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. Potluck begins at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share, plates, utensils, and a drink if you wish. A general meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. Remember to sign in at the entry front desk.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. Newsletter - One correction mentioned to me was Judy Biddle's email address; the correct email address is bjbiddle@verison.net.
2. Matt McMillan asked me to correct his birthday/anniversary and add his wife's birthday. Matt's birthday is July 22, and Heather L'Huillier's is October 6. There Anniversary is January 22.
3. Bill Morrow relayed a message that in the Whidbey News Times there was an article this week of Martin's Auto Electric's 50th Anniversary celebration with a picture of our cars for those who attended the event last year. Ed Hammond took the picture.
4. Please keep emails you send out be car club related, long emails and those with pictures will take a long time to receive them. An alternative is to use a website for pictures such as "photobucket.com" it's free. If you gave questions about how to use it contact George Reeves at 360-679-7936 or email him at trfh1@urraca.whidbey.net.
5. Bob Cairns daughter Chris is finally getting married!!! Ask him to tell you his/her story!!!!! Tahiti??
6. Vicki gave out presents to outgoing officers for Sully, thanking them for a great job. "Going the Movies" was his gift.
5. Ask Harry Abbott about "A Fish Named Judy" rating indicator he had in front of him on the table. ASK HIM!!!! Someone(Smitty)said that Harry just had too much time on his hands.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
MARCH
Mary Fiddler 5
Willie Christmas 5
Ray Southard 6
Ted Mann 9
Don(Toby)Tabach 18
Arlene Terrill 18
Rose Roselli 19
LaDonna Nickels 25
Jim Gleeson 30
Duane Dillard 30
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
MARCH
Brice/Joline DeVos 8
Bob/Carol Reamer 13
Jim/Clarice Rairigh 18
Ron/Virginia Teker 19
Stan/Christine Grovdahl 22
Joe/Cheryl Spiker 23
FROM YOUR SECRETARY
I will print the corrections/additions to the minutes/newsletter in the "FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER"
section of the newsletter each month.
REQUEST: Please speak loudly when addressing the membership or giving a report so I don't miss out on important information. Our meetings are fun, crazy, and informative and I want to make sure I get the correct info to you. If I miss a birthday, anniversary, or info wrong in this newsletter, please let me know. 360-679-7936 Thanks!
It is my main goal in regards to the newsletter, to complete it, mail it, and be on the website by or before the 15th of the month. I would like to receive committee reports via email trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net or on paper at the monthly meetings and/or by the Friday following the monthly meeting. Thanks again.
VP MINUTE
THIS VP MINUTE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY DR. JOHNSON'S FISH OIL AND GINKO BILOBA TABLETS GUARANTEED TO HELP YOU REMEMBER VALENTINES DAY OR WE'LL PAY YOUR FIRST TWO ALIMONY PAYMENTS.
WHAT BROUGHT THIS SUBJECT TO MIND WAS WHEN THE OTHER DAY, I FOUND MYSELF STANDING IN THE BATHROOM WONDERING WHY I HAD COME IN. PROBABLY A PILL. CHECK THE BEDROOM. NO NAKED WOMEN. MUST NOT BE THAT PILL. SHOOT! WELL, TAKE ONE FOR NURITIS, NURALGIA, AND RING AROUND THE COLLAR JUST TO BE SAFE.
THIS GOT ME TO THINKING OF JOHN WAIHOUHO. JOHN LIVES IN SARAVASI VILLAGE ON MALETA. MALETA IS A DAY SAIL FROM GUADACANAL WHICH IF YOU WATCHED WWII JOHN WAYNE MOVIES OR PT – 109, YOU KNOW IS IN THE SOLOMON ISLANDS. I FIRST MET JOHN IN '79. HE WAS THE HEAD OF ONE SMALL FAMILY AND WAS A CARVER MAINLY BECAUSE HE HAD POLIO AS A KID AND WAS IMMOBILE. WE DID SOME TRADING AND PASSED ON.
FAST FORWARD TO '96 WHEN MARY AND I DROPPED ANCHOR IN FRONT OF WHAT NOW WAS A SMALL VILLAGE. CHIEF AUGUSTINE CAME DOWN TO MEET US MAINLY BECAUSE IN THE INTERVENING 17 YEARS ONLY 3 YACHTS HAD VISITED.
WHEN I ASKED FOR MR. JOHN WAIHOUHO BY NAME, YOU COULD HAVE KNOCKED HIM OVER. HE TOOK US TO SEE JOHN AND AS I SAT THERE TELLING HIM OF OUR VISIT 17 YEARS BEFORE I MENTIONED THAT I HAD TRADED FOR A WALKING STICK. HE LOOKED AT ME, SMILED AND SAID, "YES, AND A COMB."
17 YEARS, AND WHILE HIS BODY WAS FRAIL, HIS MIND WAS STILL SHARP. PERHAPS ITS BECAUSE HE ISN'T ENCUMBERED BY FIVE SECOND SOUND BITES, COMPUTERS AND I-PODS. SO I THINK OF JOHN WHEN I'M STANDING THERE TRYING TO REMEMBER IF I HAD LUNCH OR NOT, AND I WONDER IF WE HAVEN'T LOST SOMETHING ALONG THE WAY.
AND THEN JUST TO BE SAFE, I GO CHECK THE BEDROOM FOR NAKED WOMEN…
CRUZ'N WITH THE PREZ!
Hey Cruzers.......I have a few things to share that have been rattling around this old brain of mine. Tell me, when speaking about cars; is a 20 footer less beautiful or meaningful than a 5 footer? Does spending $50,000 on a car make it better than a $10,000 car? Does your history identify the classic you drive?, a memory maybe?, a family heirloom [ the car ]. Is your car a classic or just a classic body on a new car? Do you like cars from the 30s,40s,50s,60s,70s, and so on, and are you 30,40,50,60,70, and for you my friend Chuck Stone 80?Do you drive a car or truck?, 6 or 12 volt?, muscle ,modified, or original? Do you have lots of money to spend or are you limited? Those are all the who cares things in my mind. What matters is that you care. It's your car. Enjoy it!
Spin them tires, Prez Bill
