For me it was something I had wanted since I was in HS. I religiously purchased every kit car magazine I could find, and I day dreamed a lot. I wasn't sure when I would get one, but I knew I would eventually be Cobra owner.
A bit over 4 years ago Sherrie and I were doing a little shopping in downtow Seattle. We separated for a bit, and by the time we met at the car a bit later, Sherrie said she got me a scratch lotto ticket. We hopped in and started driving down I-5, and I said, lets scratch it now. She held the wheel and I scratched. 10,000.....10,000.....10,000!!!!!!!!!!! I was a winner! 10k! First actual words I said were, "we're getting a Cobra!!!!!" Then I said that I was taking her out to dinner. At dinner, I am looking at the ticket, and looking for the best way to redeem the money. "If the winnings are below $200 redeem at the place of purchase." "For grand prize 10,000 winner, you must redeem at your mommas house." I'm thinking for a quick second.....your mommas house?......WTF over???? Sherrie starts laughing in the restaraunt. Oh crap, this was one cruel joke on me!!!
I got the last laugh though. During that 30 minutes, I made up my mind that I was getting a Cobra. Within a month I was one proud owner!
Here's a picture of me messing up a perfectly good shot of the Cobra. See the rest by viewing my gallery.
