Hi Ed.

My apologies... I really appreciate your kindness by taking the time to clarify.

Honestly, I am starting to understand what is being said, and have been swayed. Personally, I have an artistic background, so I am not entirely against it. But I certainly will respect the wishes of those who don't like it at all. I can be completely happy carving patterns out of the sky, listening to music in the mannor Scott was speaking. -To myself.

Who knows... Maybe there would be an arena this could be persued. Pattern events don't seem to fit that context for most.

My answer to this question is two sided.

One... You don't have to at all. Fun flys are a great venue.

Two... It was my desire because I believe in the direction of the CPA, and wish to persue all interrest pertaining to classic pattern aircraft with the idea of promoting the building and flying of classic pattern airplanes withing the blessing of this organization. Why?

I missed out on the opportunity to participate in the hobby when it was taking off. I lament this, but am also greatful for the advances it has offered all flyers today. I can understand those that look back to their participation and input to it's history, and wanting to preserve that and keep it that way. I think this should happen as well. The sound of the piped 2 strokes screaming through the air... the precision of hand constructed aircraft... advancements in technology... the true commeradery and kindness... It was a time where we still believed in having heros, people to look up to. These things are lost today in many repects. It is a removal of stress and frustration to be able to put one's self back in time. With that, we do not want other people to ruin what it was. I use "we," not because I was there, but because you are my heritage in this endeavor (I say that with no disrespect, but with honor to lift those up that were there.). And I wish to stay completely inclusive within the CPA as I believe the CPA upholds these endeavors better than any other. If others don't want this, it does not need to happen, but if they do, it is not outside the bounds of the CPA either (as I understand).

So I have no right to change what it was. I do not want to. I like it just fine the way you suggest. The CPA is my ticket into this heritage. I would not want to frey from it, or splinter it, because it is open enough to accept my wishes as much as the next person. I do not have to have my way, but am interrested if others share a same opinion.

Wow! That was wordy. I may try to clean this up. I don't know if it came across clearly. If I am too confusing, give me some time- I am in the process of re wording this...

Brian