Volume 45, Number 12 Dec 2014

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1 Volume 45, Number 12 Dec 2014 In This Issue PRESIDENT S MESSAGE MEETING MINUTES PHOTO ALBUM CAR ATTENDANCE EVENT SCHEDULE NON-CLUB EVENTS NEXT MEETING Some Added Misc

2 Hello Everyone, Thank you to Dolora, Marla and Andy for hosting our Christmas Party luncheon. I hope all of you enjoyed it as much as Dianne and I did. Many of us had not been to the Swiss Hotel before. I heard several people comment that they will be back as the food was delicious and the service was excellent. My two years as President has come to an end. I had a lot of fun as your President and I have to "Thank" the membership for making it fun. I appreciate all of the support I ve received and the positive comments. I would like to "Thank" the club for the wonderful "Thank You Card" and the Gift Certificate. This means a lot to me and it touches my heart. I would also like to "Thank" my fellow officers and monthly hosts. It took an effort by all of us to make this year another successful year for the Thunderbirds of Sonoma. Happy Holidays, Tim Roden, President CTCI #10159 BIRTHDAYS Dec: Arlis Minetti = 25 Jan: Mike McLucas = 5 Jan: Tim Roden = 7 Jan: Dennis Byrne = 10 ANNIVERSARIES Dec: Dave & Jan Kibler = 5 Dec: Tim & Diane Roden = 12 Jan: None on Record Feb: None on Record Note from the Editor: Cover Photo: Holiday Message from Thunderbirds of Sonoma. Welcome to Mike and Maryanne as our new Newsletter Editor for It was fun and I enjoyed being the Editor for that last three years. I m in need of some rest and free time. So all the best to Mike & Maryanne (aka: M&M). Thunderbirds of Sonoma Dues $17.50 per individual $ per couple

3 Our Holiday Party in December was hosted by Andy & Marla Preston with the assistance of Dolora DeGeer. It was held at the Swiss Hotel Restaurant in Sonoma on the square. Fabulous menu choices along with excellent service in a private room off the hotel patio made for an exceptional holiday celebration. Marla also had Christmas treats at each place setting. Thank you Andy, Marla, and Dolora for your efforts in choosing this lovely venue and making it extra special for the members. Those in attendance were: Pat & Jim Arieta, Gil & Laura Baumgartner, Mike & Maryanne McLucas, Tim & Dianne Roden, Wes Crandall & Louise Johnson, Herman Schulze, Dennis & Dee Dee Byrne, Marla & Andy Preston and their daughter Ariana Preston-Moder, Dolora DeGeer, Jutta Einstoss, Brant & Arlis Minetti, Don & Lisa Hillman, Harry Costa and daughter Toni Bracht (Bella the Therapy Dog waited in the car). Herman & Joan Schulze s daughter Kristina and son-in-law Deric stopped by to say hello and spread some holiday cheer. Tim opened the meeting and thanked the hosts for their efforts in putting together such a fine holiday event. He also welcomed Ariana, daughter of Andy & Marla Preston. Tim also mentioned how great it was to have Gil & Laura Baumgartner be able to join us. Gil and Laura get many invites to Thunderbird club parties thank you for choosing to attend our TOS Christmas party! Dolora DeGeer had the wonderful idea of bring a child s gift for donation rather than having our usual holiday raffle. It made for a huge stack of lovely gifts for those kids who might not have been able to receive a gift this Christmas. Our club is very generous and proud to donate to those in need in our community. Tim & Herman distributed DVD's of a WHEELER DEALERS episode in which members Pat & Jim Arieta s red 57 Thunderbird was proudly featured at the beginning of the show. (This can also be seen on YouTube) Then the episode focused on Gil Baumgartner s shop where Gil demonstrated how to install power windows. BY THE WAY, this was not Gil s first appearance on TV he has previously been featured on the MY CLASSIC CAR show, and also the HISTORY CHANNEL. Treasurer, Arlis Minetti, gave the treasury report; as expected, all is well with the TOS financials. There was ONE Thunderbird in attendance on this December day and that was the 1955 Thunderbird owned by Don & Lisa Hillman. Hats off to you for bringing your Thunderbird out for our event! Pat & Jim Arieta will host the next meeting on January 4th for a Sunday brunch at Mister McGoo s in Petaluma. See flyer in this bulletin for details. There was an open invitation to host other months in 2015 and many members signed up to host. A list of those members is forthcoming. Tim gave sincere thanks and gift certificates to the officers present that supported him as president this past year. Pat, Arlis, Dee Dee, and Herman - our cherished Editor and Webmaster. Officers for this next year will be listed in this bulletin. If you have not paid your dues for the new year yet, please give your check to Arlis ($17.50 for single membership, $35.00 for couples). All gave a huge thank you to Tim Roden for a great job during his years as TOS President. A gift was presented to Tim (and Dianne), it was a gift certificate for a fabulous night out to dinner. The gifts for the children were packed up to go to charity, hugs and holiday cheer were exchanged. Another year with the Thunderbirds of Sonoma has passed and we all look forward to next year s caravans, tours, venues, and classic car dialogue! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all! Respectfully Submitted, Dee Dee Byrne Secretary CTCI # 10901

4 Dec 2014 Photos You fo Thank ng r Hosti

5 Dec 2014 Photos Tim was very good at being President, however, he is receiving his Pink Slip and walking papers. He is all too familiar with Pink slips before he finally retired from his secular career. Good Luck Tim and Thank You!

6 Some Semi-Useful Information See Page 11 For Answer This space is blank unintentionally If you have something automotive to sell let me know. This Day in Automotive History 11/10/1925: Ford debuts Tri-Motor airplane 11/11/1940: The Jeep makes its first appearance 11/19/1959: Ford ceases Edsel production 12/1/1913: Ford introduces continuous assembly line 12/1/1950: Chevrolet produces its 25,000,000th vehicle

7 Thunderbirds of Sonoma in Attendance Don & Lisa s 55 was the sole Thunderbird braving the weather and crowded parking conditions. Pictures from earlier in Month 2015 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Club Event Schedule Meeting Host Pat & Jim Tim & Dianne Mike & Maryanne Marla & Andy Tech Session (pending) Keith & Jamie Dolora Brant & Arlis Dennis & Dee Dee Pat & Jim Open Jamie & Keith (Tentative) Kristina Schulze-Torres A THOUGHT for the Day A married man should forget his mistakes. There's no use in two people remembering the same thing! Anonymous Did you Know? If you have three quarters, four dimes, and four pennies, you have $1.19. You also have the largest amount of money in coins without being able to make change for a dollar. Contributed by: Kristina Schulze-Torres

8 2015 NON-CLUB EVENTS 2015 WEEKLY on going Goodguys Schedule March 28 & 29, Pleasanton, CA GOODGUYS 33rd ALL AMERICAN GET-TOGETHER Fairgrounds in Pleasanton May 30 & 31, Pleasanton, CA GOODGUYS 22nd SUMMER GET-TOGETHER Fairgrounds in Pleasanton August 21-23, Pleasanton, CA GOODGUYS 29th WEST COAST NATIONALS Fairgrounds in Pleasanton November 14 & 15, Pleasanton, CA GOODGUYS 26th AUTUMN GET-TOGETHER Fairgrounds in Pleasanton Classic Thunderbird Club International Have you Joined?

9 Sunday, Jan 4th, Mister McGoo s in Petaluma - Eat at 11: Petaluma Blvd North Petaluma, Ca No directions necessary since we have all been here before, in fact several times. Please RSVP to Pat & Jim by Jan 2, 2015 At or pjj3@verizon.net Remember a Raffle Prize if you can and are so inclined. questions...call

10 Thunderbirds For Sale Contact : Jim or Pat Arieta (415) pjj3@verizon.net Featured on YouTube: Wheeler Dealers S11E08 Ford Thunderbird 2004 Retro Thunderbird 1: Soft top and hard top included 2: Sliver with Black leather seats 3: Low mileage - odometer is 37,000 4: Excellent condition 5: Asking $19,500 Contact: gano@sonic.net

11 Some mind cluttering information. I just had to put this in one last time. Love the look in the Reindeer eyes. Have safe Holidays and don t drink and drive. Answer to Quiz

12 Classic Thunderbird Hash Mark Police This Example is Correct. This Example is Incorrect, it s upside down. Mike & Maryanne Brushing up on Viticulture & Enology

13 Some parting useful ZEN Thoughts Love #15 1. Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I may not follow. Do not walk beside me, either; just get the hell out of the way and leave me alone. 2. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and a flat tire. 3. It's always darkest before the dawn. So if you're going to steal your neighbor's newspaper, that's the time to do it. 4. Don't be irreplaceable; if you can't be replaced, you'll never get promoted. 5. No one is listening until you make a mistake. 6. Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else. 7. Never test the depth of the water with both feet. 8. It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others. 9. It is far more impressive when others discover your good qualities without your help. 10. If you think nobody cares if you're alive, try missing a couple of car payments. 11. Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you're a mile away and you have their shoes. 12. If at first you don't succeed, skydiving is not for you. 13. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to fish, and he will sit in a boat & drink beer all day. 14. If you lend someone $20, and never see that person again, it was probably worth it. 15. Don't squat with your spurs on. 16. If you drink, don't park; accidents cause people. 17. Some days you're the statue, other days you're the pigeon. 18. The quickest way to double your money is to fold it in half and put it back in your pocket. 19. Duct tape is like the force; it has a light side and a dark side, and it holds the universe together.

14 THUNDERBIRDS OF SONOMA OFFICERS 2015 President Pat Arieta Vice-President Jamie Thigpen Secretary Dee Dee Byrne Treasurer Arlis Minetti Newsletter Editor / Printing / Circulation Mike & Maryanne McLucas CTCI Rep Jamie Thigpen Activities Jim Arieta ACCC Rep Jim Arieta Webmaster Herman Schulze BBQ ER Wes Crandall The THUNDERBIRDS OF SONOMA club, Chapter 33 of the Classic Thunderbird Club International, is a California non-profit corporation. The TOS club was founded in 1970 to foster the preservation, maintenance and enjoyment of Thunderbirds. Membership is open to individuals interested in mutual enjoyment of these vehicles. Prospective members are encouraged to attend our monthly meetings and activities. For information, contact any member or club officer. THE BIRDSHEET Herman Schulze, Editor 3459 Parker Hill Rd Santa Rosa Ca