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Date Posted: 09:45:53 11/26/06 Sun
Author: Fred Patton
Subject: THANK YOU

Thank you to Shafer Racing and all the folks at Miami County Speedway as it has been a special part of my life for sometime.

It has always been my belief that racing is the superior family sport that brings good people together. Sure the emotions can run high with the level of competition and the adrenaline rush. But that's part of the game and it is a game of consistency and 100% effort all the time. I know what a family has to give the sport, the sport they love. But I also believe, it can teach so much of the important aspects of life that are needed to survive and have a productive life. It teaches responsibility, dedication, compassion, truth and honesty. It brings together competition among friends as it builds trust among fellow competitors and shows that we are only human so mistakes can be made. Yes, it is something that's in your blood and you can possibly stray away but it never goes away. Few are in any aspect of the sport for the money. It's a love. It's a big family of friends and good times. Some move on and new friends take their place . . . rookies.

Look at our young champions we recognized last night: Barbie Kimmel, Halen Shafer, Brandon Rose and Jordan Lambert. All young with many years ahead of them and who knows what that will bring. But, at any point in time they can glance at that poster and go back in time and remember the feel of that high of a racing chammpiion that they shared with their Miami County racing family. And I was part of that.

For those of you who have not heard, I do have some medical issues that I should know more about after surgery December 7th. But, as it stands right now, my plans are to make the 2007 season my final season at Miami County. In addition, I plan to have my wife, Lynn, operate a photo sales area on the grandstand side. So, Just let us know what you want, need or desire. We are looking forward to 2007.

Happy Holidays and all the best to you for the New Year!
Fred Patton
fredericsphoto@hotmail.com
317-383-7802

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