That's a great idea. I am not a good writer, but I will actually start one here that envolves Gary Hart and George Potent.
Last year, while Gary and I were at a hot rod event, he asked me to do him a favor. Gary knew he was terminal but he had plans to attend Speedweek. He had been asked, by the present owner of his old race car, to be an honorary crew chief. George Potent attends this car show and I think he may like this show because he can pretty much enjoy it without a lot of attention. I am speculating on this. Since I recognize him, I usually shake his hand and say hello. He has no idea who I am.
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Gary said that if I saw George, could I ask him to come by Gary's car and say hello. I found George and I explained that Gary would like to meet him. Later that afternoon when I checked in with Gary he was so happy. George had came by and spent a long time visiting about Bonneville, cars, and racing. Before he left Gary he encouraged Gary to seek out the Speed Demon pits and spend time there with him. He also gave Gary his contact information and told them that if he needed anything to help with his trip and his time at Speedweek, to get in touch with him. Later I found George again and I told what a good thing he had done.
I have always admired George Potent for his accomplishments. but after what he did for Gary, I admire the man.
As a side note, it was George's car the "Blowfish" that broke our record.
