In years past I have literally written volumes on the GA rally...I don't feel that I could add much to the rally story this year that has not been said before...This year the support of others made this rally unforgettable. Chy after running the NH rally for the last 3 years I can fully understand the intense burden and feelings of responsibility you assume each year, I would fully understand and empathise with the difficult decision to call and "end to an era" (although I would likely be joining others in "Crashing" your place the same time next year regardless) But understand your efforts this year for my family personally, made it possible for me to not only make it this year, but to give Brad a chance to see and ride some of the best roads ever laid by man for two wheels. Although you may not have seen it as a "big deal" to us it was truly the difference of whether we would see those who have come to mean so much to us over the years, or perhaps have to wait yet one more year to see those same people again. Further, your generosity made it possible for me to spend some true "quality time" with my Son, and as he ages and grows those moments are fewer and farther between. In the rain, silently, alone yet together he and I rode Blood, and Wolf Pen...and although words between us were few and far between during the ride, we got to enjoy our time together and in Brads words do something that was "way COOL!" and establish memories that will last a life time...for that I again thank you!
What was "no problem" to you, has given a father and son a moment together that they will remember forever (or until the Alzheimer's kicks in) So be sure to understand that as burdensome as it can be your efforts have given people the chance to make memories and friends that will last a lifetime...when it seems darkest, be sure to remember that you have given people a priceless gift!

To the rest of you who were patient beyond the call of duty with a 14 Y.O. boy who DESPERATLY wants to 'be an adult' and join in...yet is still, after all a 14 Y.O. boy and often finds it difficult to 'be part of the gang' and still respect the boundaries of Adult vs. kid...you were Great and I again thank you...Pete NH 2013 is closer than you think...but remember he'll be 4 years better and unfortunately you and I will be 4 years worse...

As always Rallies are too short...time with long missed friends...is over to fast...and conversations with all you want for as long as you want just isn't possible...to those we've met before...great to see you all again and truly wish we had more time to spend with you...

to those we just met...or even didn't get to meet...again sorry we didn't get to spend more time with you either...

As always the last night there was filled with deep emotions and the ever present understanding that it's all over again, and it may be year(s) before you see some of these people, whom you have come to love, again, make it bitter sweet...still not something I am willing to give up..

Thank you ALL again, and our best wishes to you for a safe journey until our paths again cross

THE VOICE OF REASON per: Stewart AF&AM/Shriner/Scoutmaster 130/45 TBS 2shim SS Uni 18/42