Thanks, Mustanger for the neat L.A. food website! I like that "Safari INN" sign...a good spot for CS pics at dusk, too.
I want to briefly address this problem, and then I would like to move on. I have this book to do, research letters to write, calls and e-mails; all related to the new book. Not a lot gets resolved in a conflict, except for the skyrocketing hits on a thread when people are in some sort of fight--LOL!!
I've never had this type of reaction from anyone in my over 20 years of doing the registry, books, etc. That's not to say that I've "pleased" everyone; no one can do that., and problems do happen like this in about every car club and registry.
I had a prepared explaination, but it's best left alone. I'm not going to explain myself, nor drag this on, and so, I'm sorry if I offended Tim (or anyone else).
It would be naive to think that everyone is happy here. Like a family, there's dysfunctions, arguments, and false perceptions. And, yes, I've heard this or that, too; and I bite my tongue a lot (except to that Donna girl!! (whom I love to kidd)...(is she smiling??)...
Again, my intent was to make room for more folks to participate. But, like buttin' into a group at a cocktail party, the reception isn't always good (LOL!) If I didn't think of owners and enthusiasts like I have for 20 years, I wouldn't go out of my way to encourage them. I have my faults, too, so...don't read things into every word I write. Life's too short, and we have too much to enjoy, to be obsessed with things like this on the internet.
If I really wanted to trash someone, and/or their car, you'd know it. But what would be the point ? There is no gain. I encourage owners, not criticise them, because I really, really DO know how important your cars are to you! It's personal. So, If I'm direct, or too verbose, know that it's not a criticism. I am, however, more mindful of what I say. I'm not better (or worse) than anyone else here.
I'm ready to move on.
Paul N.
p.s. So. Cal owners are still encouraged to PM me for details on the get-together.