Hi all,
It's been a long time since I posted a new blog entry. School has been crazy because next week is finals! I cannot believe that I've been out of high school nearly a year, and been in college nearly a year. I've accomplished more during this year than I ever thought I would. Quick side note: I'm taking one class during the summer, online government. I dropped college algebra because I heard horror stories about the teacher and decided it wasn't worth it.
Anyway. Last Wednesday I had but one class, and I turned in my final paper for Composition via e-mail to my teacher. As I was coming into town, I noticed a lot of activity at Fuel World (a gas station on the outskirts of Nocona). I was confused at first, but then I remembered that there was a group of motorcyclists coming through for lunch, and it was rumored that Tony Stewart was with them! I was nervous about going to the station by myself, but once I got out on the road, I realized I wouldn't be alone; most of the town turned out for it! There had to be over 100 motorcycles stopping. I didn't realize that they were traveling for the 16th Annual Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America for the Victory Junction camp. Guess who was with them? Well sadly, Tony's appearance was just a rumor, but surprisingly, I got to meet two other NASCAR drivers: Kyle Petty himself and Matt Kenseth! At first I was disappointed that Tony wasn't there, but then I thought, "wait a sec, I can meet 2 NASCAR drivers for FREE! I'm taking advantage of this!". I ended up getting sunburned pretty bad on my shoulders, but it was worth it. Kyle Petty is very cool, though I didn't get to really talk to him. The picture of me and him is one I don't have, but hopefully I'll get it soon from the woman who took it. Below is a picture of me and Matt Kenseth.
Then, I got to meet a former Dallas Cowboys player, Herschel Walker. Didn't have a clue who he was; but he helped the Cowboys win their 3 Superbowls.
All in all, Tony or no Tony, it was an awesome hour and I'm very glad I overcame my own shyness to go up to these guys and get their autographs and a picture taken. Did I mention that I love NASCAR and that Victory Junction is a very awesome organization?!
