Re: [MV] Kids and MVs WIll we die with them?

From: Bob Muller (bmuller@marathonheaters.com)
Date: Tue Mar 26 2002 - 07:33:29 PST


Although it is thought provoking, I don't think we need to be overly
concerned. When I was young, I did not have the interest in history or
vehicles that I do now. Girls, weekends, and the occasional libation
dominated my thoughts back then and I would dare say that holds true for
most on the list. Hopefully as they develop their interests, and their
careers allow for some disposable income (or "investment" income as I tell
my wife...) they will begin to develop an appreciation for history and the
role these vehicles played.

At 10:17 AM 3/26/02 -0500, Steve & Jeanne Keith wrote:
>One thing that came to mind when reading Ross's reply is that there are
>extremely few of our children
>that have an active interest in the hobby. Sure my boys love my M151 but
>that is for 4-wheeling! I tell
>them to help me get the 'fleet' to Weare (and hopefully back) each year, but
>that is their sole involvement.
>
>In my club (MVMVC) we have very few young people. It is the same way in
>other antique hobbies as well.
>
>So the question arises: What happens to our treasures in 20-30 years when we
>are: dead, can't remember
>what an HMV is, can't drive them, etc?
>
>I have been thinking about this some lately. Do I want these treasures that
>I have spent vast amount of money and time on to go to the scrap metal yard,
>or be purchased by someone wanting to go logging with them?
>
>Now is the time to start thinking about this.....
>
>
>
>Steve AKA Dr Deuce(s)
>
>
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> > My Kids and others grew up in the back seat of my WC56 on the road to the
> > rallies at Lakehurst and Aberdeen and Summit and Fort Dix and so many
>others
> > in the NorthEast in the 70's and 80's... They were great times... RAM
>Former
> > MVCC and MVPA director and #217 from the early days of the NMVCA... Great
> > Family Times...
> >
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