OK, Ladies and Gentleman - Officers, Enlisted, and self-appointed Grand Poobahz....
It's time to gather 'round, take a knee and have a pre-rally prayer:
Heavenly Father, Omnipotent Commander of All,
We ask for Your oversight and protection, discernment and understanding as many prepare to rally Durhamtown in Your Peach State of Georgia in these blessed United States of America.
We thank You for the freedom to do so; Your provision of funds, fuel, vehicles, and food/vittles; and Your protection from all of the enemy's demons, including and especially Mr. Murphy - Keep troubles at bay and protect these SteelSoldiers, Lord.
We humble ourselves to the faster moving traffic on the highways that will be traveled, remembering that we are all ambassodors of this hobby and are Your children and servants to others. Light our steps and the roadways ahead and smooth the path as only You can.
God, let all that is done present Your Holy Spirit to those with whom we interact - other troops, grounds staff, the public and the LEO's along the way.
May the fun, frolic, and food be plentiful and refreshing for all. May the trails be challenging and yet forgiving. And may any and all required recoveries be successful and safe.
For those of us unable to attend, remind us often of those in Georgia in need of our prayer, their old and heavy machines, and the inherent patriotism carried in all of our hearts. Help us to never forget the price paid by the warriors who operated our Green Iron before it became our hobby toys, and let these operations be a proper rememberance of those who served. Let us never forget that despite it's flaws, this is One Nation Under God; and that if and when called upon each will stand for what is good and right and just in Your eyes above all other loyalty.
Cover these convoys, God, with Your Holy Spirit and shroud them with legions of Your angels.
And, of course, bring them all home safe - maybe a bit exhausted - but refreshed and surely recreated.
In Jesus' name we pray.
AMEN.
Vaya con Dios!
(Go with God!)