Slipstream - August 2002

Because I Said So
by Wendy Shoffit, Editor
Where to start this month? I would like
to thank so many Maverick members
for their sympathy and compassion
towards me and my family after the sudden
death of my mother. I’m still reeling from it,
but having so many friends offering me such
reassuring words has helped. I don’t know what
I would do without so many people to keep me
strong. I am truly blessed in my life. My mother knew it and was
happy for me. I hope I can make her proud.
As they say, though...life must go on. I’m proud to announce
that Matt Platts has volunteered to be next year’s editor. With
Parade 2004 being in Fort Worth, I will be extremely busy with
that. I know that Matt will do an excellent job!
I’d like to talk about what a great time I had driving at the
MSR DE (I enjoyed people telling me how FAST I was and not
just how smooth I was). I’d also love to mention how much fun
it was at the last Time Trial and Autocross (once James got all the
tire problems worked out). The Father’s Day Picnic would also be
nice to cover (it was amazing at the Ruehs’ house). I’d love to get
into all these events, but I’m really pressed for space in this issue.
Suffice it to say that I’ve been having a lot of fun, which is just
what my mother would have wanted me to do. While her body
won’t be able to go with us to Parade this year, her spirit will be
with us, loving every minute of it.
Maverick Minutes
by Andy Mears, Secretary
The July Board meeting was held on July 9
at the always festive and friendly home of
Wendy and James Shoffit. The pre-meeting
dinner included a variety of foods as well as a very
special chocolate cake; the cake alone was worth the
trip. James got the meeting started at 7:03 and
quickly launched into his agenda.
The first order of business was a motion
requesting approval to spend money for the construction of radio
charging trays for the new radios. The motion passed and we hope to
see the new charging trays in action at the next driving event. Now
that our region has more (new) radios, other car clubs have asked to
borrow them for their driving events. So the next order of business
was to permit the rental of the region’s radios to other car clubs for a
rental fee per event.
Cody Sears and Bill Dugan reported on the June AX/TT
weekend. Everyone had a great time despite the rain. Several Ford
Contour drivers participated as well.
Maverick Region is celebrating its 40th Anniversary and PCA
National has sent custom-made window stickers to commemorate the
occasion. Stickers will be handed out at all the events, so if you want
one you need to attend any of the numerous events including Happy
Hours, Driving Events, Lunches and Board Meetings.
In Loving Memory of
June Goochey
June 9, 1944 - July 5, 2002
We may never understand why someone
caring, kind, and good
Would have to leave us long before we
ever thought they would,
Yet, comfort comes in knowing God
is with us every day
And grieves with us when one so full
of goodness slips away.
And so, we trust His steadfast love
through sorrow, pain, and fears,
As He holds us gently in His arms
and wipes away our tears.
Emily Matthews
Thanks to all of you who
have provided warmth
and comfort to the Shoffit
family as we mourn the
loss of my mother.
Teri Davis updated us on the status of the summer retreat
scheduled for August 23,24,25. She reported that everything is ready
to go and if you wish to come cool off at The Cliffs Resort on Possum
Kingdom Lake contact Teri Davis as soon as possible so that you don’t
miss out on any of the festivities. Check out the Maverick web site for
all the details.
Joel Nannis reported that Maverick Region has finally broken
past the 1000 member mark and is still growing! If you are one of the
many new members or even one that has been around for a few years,
come out to any of the social and driving events and meet some of
your fellow Porsche enthusiasts.
The Meeting closed at 8:15. Join us next board meeting August 7.
Maverick Region PCA Board
Meetings are held once a month.
The meetings are open to all PCA members and
your suggestions and opinions are welcome.
And there’s free food!
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