Showing Solo!
Driving By,
Joquetta “Jo” Johnson

If you send VI some show info it’s a 99.9% chance that someone will be there. Such was the case for this show. When I woke up Saturday morning and saw the rain I gave Mel, our VP a call to check to see if we were still attending. He said this show was optional (It’s been a busy season. This year VI has participated in over 40 shows.) Since I was already in my car show mind set, I decided to make the 40 minute journey in the rain to Bethesda alone. I didn’t even know if the show would be cancelled due to rain. I didn’t even pre-register. What if I got there and the show was cancelled or there were no more spots left? Well, the only way to find out... was to make the trip. So, I got directions from Map Quest, filled the tank, and hopped on I-95. It was an easy drive. I was still concerned that the show may not take place because it was still raining. When I got close to my final exit, more rain and road work slowed down the traffic. I finally arrived about 10:45 AM. I was greeted by two volunteers who directed me to park and informed me that I was the only female showing. This was a very interesting show. It was sponsors by Chevy Chase Cars. Vehicles that arrived early were parked inside on the showroom floor and the rest were placed in a parking garage that was connected to the showroom area. There were 22 classes and vehicles dating from 1942 to 2001. As I was cleaning my wheels, I heard a familiar voice...it was Manny, another VI member. He was taking a break from work and came past to check-out the show. The rain finally stopped about noon. Judging began at 1PM and awards where given at 4PM. I’m proud to say I represented VI by winning 1st place in my class. Yeah, a win for me means a win for VI.

I’m glad I took the trip!