Thank you to everyone who came out to Lil' Rebel for the cruise-in tonight. Even though it was postponed, we had a great time visiting over dinner with many of our friends.
We were asked several times how the cruise-in works, and how come it was postponed. I really had no idea, but Drew asked some questions and now I can give you an answer! :)
One of my favorite pictures of Rebekah. So sweet!
Each of the entrants of the cruise-in (the people who enter a car, truck, bike, etc.) will have a bucket to collect tickets. People come and purchase tickets to put in the bucket(s) of their favorite vehicle(s). The buckets with the most tickets will be declared the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners, respectively. The top three winners will each receive a large (and I do mean LARGE) trophy stating 1st, 2nd or 3rd place and the words "In honor of Rebekah Grace Ellis." The trophies are a beautiful pink/purple shimmery color in honor of Rebekah. The money that is collected from the sale of the tickets will then be given to Rebekah to use for medical expenses or other expenses related to her care.
Pretty bracelet and painted toes!
So, with that explanation, it made sense for them to postpone the cruise-in. Helen (one of the owners) wanted to raise as much as possible for Rebekah. With the threat of severe weather, she had several entries cancel, and she knew that many others would not come. So she decided to postpone to a later date and hopefully better weather.
L to R: Justin, Caleb, Aaron, Zachary
and of course, Rebekah!
We hope that many of you will be able to come to the cruise-in rescheduled for August 20. I'm excited about seeing the old cars, and we enjoyed the few that did brave the weather to come out tonight. The food was good, the fellowship was great, and we had a wonderful time. Thanks again to all who came out tonight!
Nancy
P.S. The pictures were done a couple of months ago by a good friend of ours. Her website is http://www.mazzaferrophotography.com/. If you look closely, you will find pictures of Rebekah and Caleb in her galleries. :)
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