This event is a yearly event in downtown Sapulpa, OK – a car show, vendors and food, live music and just a good time with friendly people of all ages and walks of life.

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This year, the Route 66 BlowOut was on September 11th.

The firemen had their ladder up holding the flag. At 11am there was a time to remember those lost that horrible day and also recognize those still living who have bravely and/or are currently serving our country in the military or as first responders. I hope that we haven’t forgotten, as a country, how united we were, how we came together after those attacks on American ground. How great it is to be an American 🇺🇸 even in the worst of times. We are stronger together.

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The car show is what I’m usually the most interested in at the BlowOut even… this year was no different. Except I was in the show instead of just checking out the cars.

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The night before the car show which was Friday, there’s a cruise for those who want to participate in it along Main Street. My participation was probably going to happen regardless, but I felt like it was dependent on my group’s participation.

Here’s some photos from that day though.

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Saturday came and so did that 4:30 alarm. I woke up and got ready. I woke up before my desired alarm so I thought I’d have extra time to spare. No. So glad I woke up early.

I got to the meeting spot and it was still dark outside. “I’d rather be sleeping” I thought, but I was really looking forward to this car show.

Here are some pictures of the show!

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At awards time, I asked a group member, so… when they call your name, you actually have to walk up there? THE ANSWER WAS YES. I literally said I’d rather not win if i have to walk up there in front of all those people!!

Awards time came. They got to my class (2010-current stock car) and they said some names. They paused and I thought it was done and that I didn’t win a plaque. PHEW. Then I was like man, I at least wanted something to show for me being here. THEN THEY CALLED MY NAME. I didn’t even care that I had to go in front of people. I got a plaque!! My first thought was “I wish Dad were here to see this!”

It was an awesome moment – I couldn’t stop smiling.

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