Walter Zoomie's World: Part 3-My 2008 Magnificent Colossal Indy 500 Photo Blog Thing: Damn...A Brief Pause To Reflect

Saturday, May 3, 2008

Part 3-My 2008 Magnificent Colossal Indy 500 Photo Blog Thing: Damn...A Brief Pause To Reflect

I was looking through my Indy 500 badges today, and it just dawned on me that this year is the 50th anniversary of my old man's first race as a reporter covering the event.

Perfect.

At this joyously expectant time for me, the May opening of the IMS gates, I'm currently suffering from a case of melancholy.

I am my father's son.

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TadlyMay 4, 2008 at 9:46 PM
I saw the Marine badge on your site. My nephew was redeployed to the gulf this weekend, and am happy to see support for the troops where ever I can.

Other than actually going to the track and watching the live feed, one of the things I have looked forward to the last few years in May is Zoomies blog and trackforum. I'll be looking for you Friday and Saturday, we'll be in Beer Me! tee shirts.
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Walter ZoomieMay 5, 2008 at 8:39 AM
Your nephew is a true American hero. Godspeed to him and his comrades, and may they all come home soon safe and sound.

Semper Fidelis
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