Introduction
I am a diehard NASCAR fan, a NASCAR collect-aholic, and I like to write. I write mostly poetry, but I also write stories and articles. I have written several NASCAR poems, most of them in 2001 to
express my grief at the loss of Dale Earnhardt. In 2003 I wrote an article named "My Name is Ruth and I'm a NASCAR collect-aholic". I made many new friends from around the country through that
article and I am still receiving emails from people who find it on the internet and email me. I collect everything NASCAR. I have a room that is covered floor to ceiling and wall to wall with
NASCAR paraphernalia. In fact, I am starting to pile things on the floor for lack of space. Guess I need a bigger room (or bigger house). I even decorate a Christmas tree each year entirely in
NASCAR. I started out collecting die casts, but didnt stop there. I can walk into a place and if there is anything NASCAR, I automatically zero-in on it. Sometimes, its a curse, but I love it. Im
very passionate about my NASCAR room. I also love teddy bears and about half of my teddy bears are NASCAR bears. I wont even begin to tell you about my extensive collection of NASCAR clothes and
jewelry. I could go on forever! But, thats me. Call me passionate, obsessed or maybe a little bit crazy. I'm a big Junior fan, but I also like Tony Stewart, Elliott Sadler, Kevin Harvick and
Robby Gordon. Actually, I like a lot of the drivers. These 5 just happen to be my favorites. I was and always will be a Die-Hard Earnhardt fan. Dale was the best driver there ever was or ever
will be. Nobody will ever be able to drive like Dale. Racing just isn't the same as it was in "The good ole days!" I live with my husband in North Carolina and we've been race fans since the
early 90's. I have taped every race since 94. I don't get to go to as many races as I would like, but I have been to Daytona, Atlanta and Charlotte. I would love the opportunity to visit every
track. Maybe someday... I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren who are the greatest! And I just found out my daughter is having another baby in December.
My hobbies I collect anything NASCAR. Also teddy bears and baseball cards. My die cast cars are my favorite collectables. I love to write and I really enjoy reading. I make crafts. IE: crochet, cross
stitch, sewing, quilting and just about anything else along those lines. I guess that is a gift I got from my grandmother. I also take a lot of pictures. I have tubs full. One day, I really need
to start putting them in albums. . ... .
You scored as Kevin Harvick, You are Kevin Harvick. You are very chipper and happy. You have a great and very serious relationship with someone who is always there for you. However
you shouldn't ignore or abuse what you have because it may not be their tomorrow. You aren't always that consistent you tend to like change. (You definitely should never tell a joke) You
have alot of close friends who love you dearly.
**************************************************************************************************** Dale There’s nothing more fearsome a driver can see, In his rear view mirror, than
the black #3. You see him coming. He’s coming up fast. You know in a moment you’re going to be passed. He moves the air. He takes your wind. As he goes by, you see him grin. He’ll block you low
and he’ll block you high. At times his car seems ten feet wide. You know It’s just a matter of time ‘Til he beats you to the finish line. What a wonderful sight it would be again, To see Dale
racing into the wind. Ruth Diselrod Mattern
If you go to dalejr.com and go to the store page you can pre order a "Killer" plush with a dog house. Approved by Juniors dog Killer. He is so cute! I put my order in Tina
Good Friday Morning…WOW is it cold here and snowy….I am not ready for this weather..lol First weekend without a race..not ready for that either….But its here.
We are having bad weather early this year, sure hope that isn’t warning us we are going to have a bad winter.
So have you started your Christmas shopping, I have started..but that’s about it..just cant get in the mood for some reason this year, maybe it will hit me after Thanksgiving..its hard
when you walk into a store and see Christmas decoration before Halloween was over…
Have a gr88 weekend…I guess we will be watching football on Sunday…lol
Good Evening My Friend…I feel like I should be posting something wintery since we had our first snow today…YUCK!! Our city was not ready for it either..lots of accidents today according to
the news. You would think when people sees snow on the roads and school was delayed today, they would slow down and take it easy…but NO..some keeps on traveling to fast and accidents occur…so
silly!! Oh well, what can I say…other than I am ready for spring and winter isn’t here yet…lol As you can tell I am not a winter person, even tho I live in the mountains of WV… I guess I do
need to admit snow is pretty on the trees…but that is about it…haha Hoping you are having a wonderful week…almost time for Thanksgiving…cant believe it…where has 2008 went…having said all the
above, take care..sending hugs your way…Connie
Jimmie is Amazing! Three in a row! That team is amazing and deserves to win the championship. I am so happy for Jimmie and his whole team. Can't wait to get my champ gear Have a great Holiday season! Tina
Well this is it for a few months…good luck to all the drivers! Going to be an emotional day for Tony Stewart..but he is moving on to bigger and better things. I understand how most of the
Tony fans are feeling..been there done that last year. But as some would say, things happen for a reason..
Congratulations to Johnny Benson Truck Champion, Clint Bowyer Nationwide Champion…
As I said yesterday, I will be around in the off season..take care..wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year..having said all of that..bring
on 2009 race season…lol
Just kidding, I will be here..the above are for the ones that’s taking a break from infield parking..(cant imagine) but some will…DON’T FORGET DECEMBER 5TH IS INFIELD PARKING SECOND
ANNIVERSARY…wow times flies..
Well my friend, seems like yesterday I was posting my first graphic for the 2008 season..very hard to believe the race season is almost over..I realize the drivers needs a break, but I sure
am going to miss the races on the weekends..but we have IP to keep us going till February. I will be around just as much during the off season…please keep in touch and I will do the same.
Thanks for all the comments….
Good luck to all the drivers…Sunday evening we will know the 2008 Champion!
Wanted to stop by and say hi…tomorrow is Friday..really looking forward to the truck race tomorrow…going to be exciting..then racing on Saturday and the final race on Sunday…so sad!! Have a
wonderful Friday my Friend.
American author Michael Crichton died from cancer at the age of 66.
Richard Schlesinger examines the life of the man behind such hits as
"E.R." and "Jurassic Park."
We did have a good trip and very nice visit with my brother and sister in laws…hubby enjoyed spending time with his brothers. But we were ready to head home..spent 9 hours on the road
today..I am tired but had to post while doing laundry..lol
Sure hope everyone enjoyed last weekends race..and had a great Veterans Day..sending hugs your way..Connie
Everyone have a good Veterans Day! Thanks you who give and did give so that we can be free!!! Never forget what Freedom cost!! Have a good day!! Brenda
Another great race won by my driver- Jimmie Johnson I am so happy for him. JJ and the 48 team will make history next Sunday and I can't wait to buy all his champ gear! Junior had a great run too. His luck may be finally turning around. Have a great week!! Tina
Ruth ,
Phoenix Racing.
This track generally proves to be a tough track.
Can Carl keep up this charge?
I think the odds are going to prove tough to overcome.
Keeping it fun!!
Have a great weekend and good luck to your driver on Sunday Another pole for Jimmie. Putting him one step closer to the title for a third time in a row Tina
Hi you all. Well I am going to give each of your pages a break for a few days..hubby and I are leaving town tomorrow morning sometime until Wednesday evening of next week…But never fear I
shall return to posting at full speed after that.
Hubby is wanting to spend some time with his brothers..so we are going to Ellijay GA for a few days.
Don’t think you are going to get rid of me that easy…I will return…lol
Doing my race post early because of leaving…good luck to all the drivers…only two races left…***wiping eyes***..cant believe it!
Have a gr88 weekend..and never fear I shall return….
"11/14 - A few years ago a portable jukebox was discovered which belonged to
John Lennon in the 1960s. The jukebox conntained a tracklist of 40 records -
soul, R&B and Rock 'n' Roll - written in Lennon's own handwriting.
These are the songs which shaped his musical education and they reveal
many of the original sources of inspiration for his later songwriting."
Hello there my IP buddy…how’s things going? Good here…our weather has been beautiful…for a couple more days anyway! Then the bottom falls out of it again..oh well, enjoying it while I
can..lol
Thanks for stopping by and leaving me comments…lovin all of them.
Hey there….Congratulations to Carl Edwards for Sunday’s win…can not believe only 2 left…
Talk about beautiful weather…Indian Summer I guess…we saw in the 70’s today and suppose to be nice all week…I can handle this until March….teeheehee!!
Getting our Granddaughter again tomorrow because of not having school...we will have fun playing outside…take care and stop by when you can…sending hugs your way….Connie
Ingredients Required:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. parsely flakes
1/4 tsp. majoram
1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. ground black peppercorn
Step by Step Procedure:
1) Puree ingredients in a blender and store in a small covered jar.
2) Brush oil sauces on dough, place desired cheese, and then top.
3) Cook just like sauced pizzas, however they may take just a little less time until done.
Additional Information:
These recipes makes enough sauce for 2 12" pizzas.
By using these examples, it's not hard to come up with your own variation based on your taste
I just made this sauce for the first time. I like the way it tastes as well as it is easy to make
and cheep. We use it on our Trader Joe's pizza crusts with our favorite toppings and nondairy
cheese. The dough for the crust comes in a plastic bag and I pat it out on a large pizza pan,
one with holes in it, and bake it on my pizza stone. This makes the crust crisper.
HI RUTH.....SORRY I DIDN'T GET ANY POSTS DONE YESTERDAY...OUR INTERNET SERVICE WAS DONE...HAVE A GR88 RACE DAY MY FRIEND...HOPE YOU HAD A WONDERFUL WEEKEND TOO....TAKE CARE AND TTYS...DONNA ((((HUGS))))
Ruth ,
Hello race fans.
Wow its November already..
Where does the time go?
Good racing this weekend at Texas.
Turn the clocks back tonight..
Have a great weekend.
Keeping it fun!!
hope you have a wonderful day
Everyone have a good Veterans Day! Thanks you who give and did give so that we can be free!!! Never forget what Freedom cost!! Have a good day!! Brenda
