[Nobbc] Nobbc 2010

[Robin Jackson]

And, let us not forget, this turn of the century, our point man and
originator, Steve...

On Thu, Dec 31, 2009 at 4:16 PM, Gregory Tatarian <gtwincams at gmail.com>wrote:

> Hi Ron,
>
> I want to thank you for all of your efforts to organize our little band of
> drivers. You have been so instrumental in keeping us on the road together;
> Trish and I appreciate that Ron!
>
> In the 4-1/2 years we have been members we've seen a dedicated core of
> participants as well as quite a few members who make a few drives a year,
> some who have yet to join us, but hopefully will in the future. We've also
> seen more members stepping up to host drives and events (as we have enjoyed
> doing), and we've seen some members migrate to the WCCC for their more
> organized and socially-oriented drives with a more eclectic group of cars.
>
> As members of several car clubs, we've seen quite a variety of club
> organizational and operational styles, and the NOBBC is definitely unique
> in
> the no dues, no meetings, no organization - just drives. There's certainly
> room for all types in my opinion, and I hope that more people who have
> signed up as members will also participate in our drives. I also would love
> to see us venture further into occasional organized events and social
> activities.
>
> Having led two NOBBC drives and one Golden Gate Lotus Club drive (with John
> Kenner hosting the social event afterward), I have learned some lessons
> about leading better, more cohesive drives with groups of 15-30 cars (not
> easy, that), making a few mistakes along the way. We have a number of
> members who like to drive quickly, and others who prefer a less frantic
> pace, and I think there are nice ways to accommodate both, even on the same
> drive.
>
> It's hard to match the dedication and energy you have given to the NOBBC,
> Ron, but I will continue to try to ease your burden as often as possible in
> 2010. I still owe the club a wine tour to Saintsbury, something I started
> to
> plan last year but could not follow through with due to business
> constraints. As for Sunday, we may not be able to join you due to pressing
> family (parent) health issues, but will try.
>
> It's been great getting together with you all these past years, and I look
> forward to more of it! Have a safe and Happy New Year celebration, y'all!
>
> Cheers,
> Greg Tatarian
> 1971 Lotus Elan S4 DHC
> 1974 Triumph TR6
> 1974 Alfa Romeo GTV2000
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