Here is a cool video of Brett on his new R6 while at the Jennings GP track in Florida over the Thanksgiving weekend.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1gJy1GnJFA
Friday, December 26, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008
November 22, 2008 update
Hello everyone!
Just thought I would give a quick update.On Saturday, Brett took his 2006 R6 to Barber Motorsport Park and rode in a track day with Elite Sportbike. This was his first time to ride the bike. He was very smart to start slowly and carefully. As the day progressed so did Brett's speed. It wasn't long before he was flying around the track and dragging his knees through the curves.
Saturday was David's birthday, and Brett wanted him to be able to sleep in. So, I got the pleasure of being Brett's helper that morning - although, those of you that know Brett know that he did not let me help much.
I must say it was sooooo cold that day. Brett and I arrived at 6:45 am. I think the temperature was around 26 degrees (F). It did warm up to a whopping 50 degrees (F) that afternoon, but it quickly dropped again.
It was a fun day for us as we got to see Brett improve with each lap. He really likes the new bike and hopes that he does well in next seasons races.
We will head out to Jennings, Florida soon for another track day. He wants to be ready to race it in February.
By the way, when we went to Nashville, Stacey and Brett played in the indoor pool. If you open the file using QuickTime you will see that even with one arm Brett beat his sister (the lifeguard) in a race across the pool. Brett is the one one the left. He stopped short for fear of hitting his head.
Thank you all for your support. Please keep us all in your prayers.
Coleen
Monday, October 20, 2008
Grand National Finals 2008
What a day!!! It was a day that we will not soon forget. Thursday, October 9, 2008.Brett and I drove over to Road Atlanta on Wednesday morning in the pouring rain. We were both thankful to make it there alive with all the nuts on the road. We nearly did have a wreck but God provided the protection we had prayed for.
Of course, we always go straight to the track to unload the bikes before we go to the hotel. But this time as soon as we got to the track, Brett bought a new R6. He bought it from a guy named Chris. It is a black Yamaha 2006 R6. It is beautiful.
Brett unloaded everything that he wanted unloaded (He does not like me to help him. He still has that "I can do it myself" attitude that he had when he was about 2 or 3 years old). He did let me help him set up the Easyup. We then went to the hotel and prayed for the deluge to stop - it did slow way down but it continued to rain. David and Stacey got in late Wednesday night. We all said good night and went off to sleep.
The next morning we woke to the sunshine which lasted only moments before the rain came down again. It rained steadily most of the morning but it stayed wet and misty until all of Brett's races were over.
The practices went well in spite of the rain. Most racers were well prepared. It was the unexpected wheel problem that about did me in.
Brett went to change his race slicks for the street tires he brought with him, but they ended up having a problem with the wheels. Time was ticking and Brett's races started soon. So I ran (no, I mean I literally ran) to the other side of the track to order rain slicks from Stick boy (He is such a super guy.) Suddenly, I realized that I had Brett's ear plugs in my pocket, and he was fixing to have to go back out on the track. So, again, I ran (no, I mean I literally ran) back to the other side of the track. By the time I got there, he already had another pair of plugs in his ears, his helmet on, and was straddled on the bike revving the engine.
Brett came in from practice on the Hawk, drove the wheels for the Hawkenstein over to Stick boy, Stick boy put the rain slicks on. Brett drove the wheels back to the pit and barely got the wheels back on in time to go out for the race.
We are all so proud of him!!! He came in 2rd place in the Clubman race. He stayed in first place the whole time until the last 300 yards then A. Creek passed him for the win. We were happy that Brett did so well, but we shared his initial disappointment.
He came in 2nd place in the D-Superstock race. The same thing happened! He stayed in first place the whole time until the last 300 yards and was passed by J. Butler. We could not believe that the same thing happened twice! Brett was not happy at first, but a few minutes of reflecting on God's protection, mercy, and grace helped him find joy, peace, and happiness.
He came in 3rd place in the D-Superbike race. We really did not know what to expect in that one. We were all pretty happy. David, Stacey, and I are all very excited for and proud of Brett. We are most thankful to God for keeping him safe throughout the season and letting him do as well as he has. We all attended the banquet on Thursday evening. Brett received his trophies that night. He was faithful to thank God for his life and for his ability to do what he loves to do.
Friday morning Stacey hopped in the truck with Brett and I got in the car with David. With thankful hearts, we began our trip home in the rain. As we traveled closer to home, the sun shone through the windows of the car. We found ourselves thanking God again for all the blessings He has given us.
Brett has some work to do on the R6 to get ready for next season. He needs to get it converted and ride it in a few track days to get comfortable with it before he starts racing it.
Again, thank you all for your prayers and your support. Please continue to pray for Brett to follow God's leadership in his life, for him to make good grades in college, and for his phantom pain to go away.
Because we do not want others to experience the pain that we have, we are asking you to please sign the following petition. It will only take about 2 minutes. Then please encourage all your friends in Alabama to sign as well.
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/assault-in-the-first-degree-for-drivers-with-suspended-or-revoked-licenses
These posts started out as a way to let people know how Brett was doing and the healing that God was blessing our son with. Now we post so that people will see how God continues to work in all of our lives. I pray that when you read these posts you will see God at work not only in our lives but also in your life. Trust in Him. He is always faithful.
Click below to see the pictures from Grand National Finals.
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/RoadAtlantaGNF2008VHSPhotography
In Christ,
Coleen
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Nashville Weekend
Howdy Friends!
We spent Sept 26-28 traveling to Nashville Superspeedway and watching Brett race.
Brett had his first crash on the track on Sept 28, Sunday morning practice. He is fine, but his bike (the Hawkenstein) needs a little work. He had to race his other Hawk (Slow One) for both races that he was in.
At the end of the weekend, he ended the season being in 1st place in Clubman, 2nd place in D-Superbike, and 3rd place in V6 lightweight (all in the North Florida Region). We are so proud of him.
In the Southeast Region, he is 1st in Clubman, tied for 2nd in D-Superbike, and 6th in V6 lightweight.
In the Mid-Central Region, he is 1st in Clubman, 2nd in D-Superbike, and 7th in V6 lightweight.
VHS photography was not there to take photo's for us, but I took a few pictures and will post them later.
Next we will head out to Road Atlanta for the Grand National Finals. This takes place in October. At this point in time, the season is officially over. Then we go to a track day in November. I believe we all get a rest in December and January. And the season begins in February.
Brett is already talking about buying another bike - one that is faster and newer. He is going to sell Hawkenstein after the GNF.
Please continue to pray for Brett.
1) That he will allow God to use him
2) That God will protect him
3) That he will do well in school
Thank you for taking the time to read the posts and pray for us.
Blessings,
Coleen
We spent Sept 26-28 traveling to Nashville Superspeedway and watching Brett race.
Brett had his first crash on the track on Sept 28, Sunday morning practice. He is fine, but his bike (the Hawkenstein) needs a little work. He had to race his other Hawk (Slow One) for both races that he was in.
At the end of the weekend, he ended the season being in 1st place in Clubman, 2nd place in D-Superbike, and 3rd place in V6 lightweight (all in the North Florida Region). We are so proud of him.
In the Southeast Region, he is 1st in Clubman, tied for 2nd in D-Superbike, and 6th in V6 lightweight.
In the Mid-Central Region, he is 1st in Clubman, 2nd in D-Superbike, and 7th in V6 lightweight.
VHS photography was not there to take photo's for us, but I took a few pictures and will post them later.
Next we will head out to Road Atlanta for the Grand National Finals. This takes place in October. At this point in time, the season is officially over. Then we go to a track day in November. I believe we all get a rest in December and January. And the season begins in February.
Brett is already talking about buying another bike - one that is faster and newer. He is going to sell Hawkenstein after the GNF.
Please continue to pray for Brett.
1) That he will allow God to use him
2) That God will protect him
3) That he will do well in school
Thank you for taking the time to read the posts and pray for us.
Blessings,
Coleen
Saturday, September 13, 2008
September 13, 2008
Hello everyone! Just thought I would let you know that Brett is doing much better with the phantom pain, but the change in the weather still upsets his pain level. Please remember him as the weather begins to cool and the rain starts to fall. I believe the weather that we are getting as a result of the hurricanes is not helping any. Please pray for him as he goes through his classes at college as well. We all know that pain can interfere with ones concentration.
Brett has decided not to ride at Barber on the weekend of Sept 19th. Many of you wanted to see him ride while he was there so I thought I would let you know that his plans have changed.
Brett has a subscription to the RoadRacerX magazine. His latest issue came in the mail the other day (the Sept/Oct issue). As I flipped through the pages, I saw Brett on page 40! Wow!
As the race season draws to an end, please remember Brett - all the racers - as they speed around the track.
Thank you for your prayers.
Coleen
Brett has decided not to ride at Barber on the weekend of Sept 19th. Many of you wanted to see him ride while he was there so I thought I would let you know that his plans have changed.
Brett has a subscription to the RoadRacerX magazine. His latest issue came in the mail the other day (the Sept/Oct issue). As I flipped through the pages, I saw Brett on page 40! Wow!
As the race season draws to an end, please remember Brett - all the racers - as they speed around the track.
Thank you for your prayers.
Coleen
Monday, August 25, 2008
August 2008 Races at Little Tally
Hello Everyone!
Well another hot weekend at the races for the Cole family. And again Brett brings home trophies. He brought home a 2nd place in Clubman, 1st place in D-Superbike, and 2nd place in D-Supersport. He also came in 5th place in V6 Lightweight. We all had a good time talking with friends. We were very thankful that it did not rain!
As always, we are thankful to God for the safety of the riders. However, this race weekend there was a rider that had to be air lifted to UAB. He gave us all quite a scare, but he is already home from the hospital and is recovering well. Praise the Lord!
Please keep Brett and all the other riders in your prayers.
Blessings,
Coleen
photos of little Tally
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/August2008LittleTalleyVHSPhotography
Well another hot weekend at the races for the Cole family. And again Brett brings home trophies. He brought home a 2nd place in Clubman, 1st place in D-Superbike, and 2nd place in D-Supersport. He also came in 5th place in V6 Lightweight. We all had a good time talking with friends. We were very thankful that it did not rain!
As always, we are thankful to God for the safety of the riders. However, this race weekend there was a rider that had to be air lifted to UAB. He gave us all quite a scare, but he is already home from the hospital and is recovering well. Praise the Lord!
Please keep Brett and all the other riders in your prayers.
Blessings,
Coleen
photos of little Tally
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/August2008LittleTalleyVHSPhotography
Monday, August 11, 2008
Jennings GP Florida
Hello everyone!
We had another great weekend! This one at Jennings GP. The four of us left on Friday morning for the seven hour drive to the track. We first went to the track and set everything up for the weekend races. We saw several friends and were able to spend a few minutes chatting with them. We then went to the hotel and unloaded all of our personal belongings, freshened up, and went out to eat. Of course, we did spend some time over the weekend at the outlet mall.
Saturday morning with adrenaline rushing, we all grabbed breakfast and headed to the track. Brett did very well in the practices and won first place in the V6 Lightweight. Our friend John came in from Atlanta and was able to pit next to us. After all the sweating the boys did and the glistening the girls did, we went back to the hotel to freshen up. John was able to join us for dinner and do a little shopping with us.
Sunday morning we were able to sleep a little later. We got to the track for more good practice. Brett and John both did very well. Brett got first place in D-Superbike, 3rd place in Clubman, and (I think) 4th place Formula 2. We were all very excited and very tired. After saying good bye to old and new friends, we went back to the room to freshen up and grab some dinner. We all enjoyed a good nights sleep before the long ride home on Monday.
It was a great weekend. No one was seriously injured and the weather was great(well, except for the heat). Praise the Lord for electricity and fans!!!!
We are so thankful for the prayers of friends and family! We love you all.
Next race will be at Little Talley. Please continue to remember us all in your prayers.
God Bless You.
Coleen
Photos from Jennings below
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/20080811Brett419JenningsSuperbikePhotography
We had another great weekend! This one at Jennings GP. The four of us left on Friday morning for the seven hour drive to the track. We first went to the track and set everything up for the weekend races. We saw several friends and were able to spend a few minutes chatting with them. We then went to the hotel and unloaded all of our personal belongings, freshened up, and went out to eat. Of course, we did spend some time over the weekend at the outlet mall.
Saturday morning with adrenaline rushing, we all grabbed breakfast and headed to the track. Brett did very well in the practices and won first place in the V6 Lightweight. Our friend John came in from Atlanta and was able to pit next to us. After all the sweating the boys did and the glistening the girls did, we went back to the hotel to freshen up. John was able to join us for dinner and do a little shopping with us.
Sunday morning we were able to sleep a little later. We got to the track for more good practice. Brett and John both did very well. Brett got first place in D-Superbike, 3rd place in Clubman, and (I think) 4th place Formula 2. We were all very excited and very tired. After saying good bye to old and new friends, we went back to the room to freshen up and grab some dinner. We all enjoyed a good nights sleep before the long ride home on Monday.
It was a great weekend. No one was seriously injured and the weather was great(well, except for the heat). Praise the Lord for electricity and fans!!!!
We are so thankful for the prayers of friends and family! We love you all.
Next race will be at Little Talley. Please continue to remember us all in your prayers.
God Bless You.
Coleen
Photos from Jennings below
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/20080811Brett419JenningsSuperbikePhotography
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Extra's
This article was written by one of the Christian racers.
http://www.csbracing.com/newsarticle.cgi?158
This is a video showing Brett at his first race ever. He is in the green shirt. He is the one passing everybody.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wK1p-gPCuDA
http://www.csbracing.com/newsarticle.cgi?158
This is a video showing Brett at his first race ever. He is in the green shirt. He is the one passing everybody.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wK1p-gPCuDA
Thursday, July 10, 2008
Brett @ Road Atlanta
Another great weekend!
Brett and I headed out on Thursday afternoon to Road Atlanta for more race weekend fun.
We secured a place in the paddock for ourselves and friends, Henry and John. Lance was also there and helped secure places for us all.
Thursday evening Brett unloaded his bikes, all his gear and "race essentials". Of course, he wouldn't let me help much. I did get to help set up the tent. HA!
Brett had some good practices on Friday. He had never been on the track before. There were some new configurations to the track. One was a new chicane that had to be changed by Friday afternoon. Too many riders going down and breaking bones led them to believe that maybe they had made a mistake in the new construction of the track. Anyway, I was very thankful that Brett was able to stay on 2 wheels.
David came in Friday evening and was a big help to Brett and me. Stacey did not get to come this time because she had to work. We missed having her with us, but I think she enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Please pray for her as she is working 2 jobs and going to school.
On Saturday, Brett raced V6 Lightweight and came in 5th out of 8. On Sunday, he raced Clubman Novice and came in 3rd out of 7. He also raced D Superbike Novice and came in 2nd. This was great since it started to rain during that race and Brett had on slicks instead of rain tires. Way to go Brett! His time around the track started out at 2:15, but before the weekend was over got his time down to 1:56.
Brett thanked the Lord for his life and his ability (my proudest moment).
We continue to meet alot of wonderful people at the races and have opportunity to witness to them about God's goodness. There are several Christian riding groups that are members of WERA, and we have had the opportunity to meet several people in two of the groups - Christian Sportbike Racing Ministries (www.CSBRacing.com) and Christian Motorcyclists Association (fastlane@CMAUSA.ORG).
The many prayers that there were going up for Brett over the weekend are appreciated more than you know. I pray that many will be saved through the miracle that God is working in him. Please continue to pray for Brett in all area's of his life.
Three specific prayers for Brett:
1. That God will continue to heal the phantom pain.
2. That God will continue to keep him safe on the track.
3. That God will help him through college with good grades.
See the photo's of Brett at Road Atlanta below.
Blessings to all of you!
Coleen
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett414RoadAtlantaVHSPhotography03
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett414RoadAtlantaDoubleVision
Brett and I headed out on Thursday afternoon to Road Atlanta for more race weekend fun.
We secured a place in the paddock for ourselves and friends, Henry and John. Lance was also there and helped secure places for us all.
Thursday evening Brett unloaded his bikes, all his gear and "race essentials". Of course, he wouldn't let me help much. I did get to help set up the tent. HA!
Brett had some good practices on Friday. He had never been on the track before. There were some new configurations to the track. One was a new chicane that had to be changed by Friday afternoon. Too many riders going down and breaking bones led them to believe that maybe they had made a mistake in the new construction of the track. Anyway, I was very thankful that Brett was able to stay on 2 wheels.
David came in Friday evening and was a big help to Brett and me. Stacey did not get to come this time because she had to work. We missed having her with us, but I think she enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Please pray for her as she is working 2 jobs and going to school.
On Saturday, Brett raced V6 Lightweight and came in 5th out of 8. On Sunday, he raced Clubman Novice and came in 3rd out of 7. He also raced D Superbike Novice and came in 2nd. This was great since it started to rain during that race and Brett had on slicks instead of rain tires. Way to go Brett! His time around the track started out at 2:15, but before the weekend was over got his time down to 1:56.
Brett thanked the Lord for his life and his ability (my proudest moment).
We continue to meet alot of wonderful people at the races and have opportunity to witness to them about God's goodness. There are several Christian riding groups that are members of WERA, and we have had the opportunity to meet several people in two of the groups - Christian Sportbike Racing Ministries (www.CSBRacing.com) and Christian Motorcyclists Association (fastlane@CMAUSA.ORG).
The many prayers that there were going up for Brett over the weekend are appreciated more than you know. I pray that many will be saved through the miracle that God is working in him. Please continue to pray for Brett in all area's of his life.
Three specific prayers for Brett:
1. That God will continue to heal the phantom pain.
2. That God will continue to keep him safe on the track.
3. That God will help him through college with good grades.
See the photo's of Brett at Road Atlanta below.
Blessings to all of you!
Coleen
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett414RoadAtlantaVHSPhotography03
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett414RoadAtlantaDoubleVision
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Wow! What a weekend!
Well, it was father's day weekend but guess where we spent it! You got it - at the track. We loaded up and went to the Little Talley Track. On Friday, Brett took the Ed Bargy Racing School and passed. He got his provisional novice license. (With a provisional license, you have to wear the green shirt.) He raced with WERA on Saturday and Sunday and got his Novice License!
On Saturday, he raced in the Vintage 6 and came in 5th out of 12. He started in 11th position. Way to go Brett!
On Sunday, he raced in the Clubman Novice and came in 3rd. He also raced in D Superbike Noice and came in 2nd. We are so proud of you Brett!
I was especially glad to hear him say, "First, I thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ for keeping me alive and giving me the ability to ride. " David and I always pray for Brett when he is on the track, but racing seems to bring about more fervrant prayer - if that is possible. We pray for him and the other riders before and during their times on the track. I hope that you will remember them all as well.
See the photos below of Brett at Talley for his first race weekend ever!
Thank you all for your prayers, your support, and your love!
Coleen (aka Brett's mom)
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett111FirstRaceWeekend6130861508
Well, it was father's day weekend but guess where we spent it! You got it - at the track. We loaded up and went to the Little Talley Track. On Friday, Brett took the Ed Bargy Racing School and passed. He got his provisional novice license. (With a provisional license, you have to wear the green shirt.) He raced with WERA on Saturday and Sunday and got his Novice License!
On Saturday, he raced in the Vintage 6 and came in 5th out of 12. He started in 11th position. Way to go Brett!
On Sunday, he raced in the Clubman Novice and came in 3rd. He also raced in D Superbike Noice and came in 2nd. We are so proud of you Brett!
I was especially glad to hear him say, "First, I thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ for keeping me alive and giving me the ability to ride. " David and I always pray for Brett when he is on the track, but racing seems to bring about more fervrant prayer - if that is possible. We pray for him and the other riders before and during their times on the track. I hope that you will remember them all as well.
See the photos below of Brett at Talley for his first race weekend ever!
Thank you all for your prayers, your support, and your love!
Coleen (aka Brett's mom)
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/Brett111FirstRaceWeekend6130861508
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
"Inspiration From a One Armed Bandit" by Dale Hallgren
A great story about Brett posted on web forum site Motorcycle Addicts.org by Dale Hallgren.
Dale, thanks for a well written article.
The Cole Family
Dale, thanks for a well written article.
The Cole Family
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Monday, April 28, 2008
AMA weekend
Brett with Jake Zemke
Brett with Josh Hayes
Brett with Miguel Duhamel
Hello everyone! You haven’t heard from me in a while; so, I thought I would post.
This past April’s AMA races were the best yet for the Cole family. Brett had first class treatment, and because we are his family, we got special treatment as well.
Betsy R. got passes for us that allowed us to enter the 2nd floor of the paddock building. It was great being able to watch the races from there - inside the temperature controlled building! And the free food was great! These passes also got us into parking lot A. They also gave us access to the courtesy vans. (The vans will pick you up anywhere and drop you off anywhere!) Thank you Betsy!!
For those of you that do not know, Brian Pope from Fox 6 News contacted Brett and asked if he could do a story on him. Of course, we all said yes. Cameraman Allen (our new friend) went out to Little Talley and recorded Brett riding. He did a great job! Then Allen and Fox 6 News reporter Sheldon Haygood (another new friend) came to the house, in Trussville, and interviewed the family. The story aired on Fox 6 News on, Sunday, April 27, around 5:00 pm. Fox 6 team did a wonderful job!
We saw Allen at the races and he got passes for Brett and me to go to the 3rd floor of the paddock building and meet some of the racers. We watched Speed TV interview the race winners. Brett got to meet, shake hands with, and have his photo taken with several racers including Jake Zemke, Josh Hayes, and Miguel Duhamel. These guys are all so very nice.
Jake Zemke autographed his podium hat and gave it to Brett. (I don’t know why, but I cried when Jake gave Brett his hat) He also received autographed photos from Jake, Josh, Miguel, and Ben Spies.
While we were on the 3rd floor, Brett and I got to meet and shake hands with Mr. Barber himself. What a great guy! With a great track! And a great museum!
While we were on the 3rd floor, Brett and Stacey got to stand next to Mr. and Mrs. Hayden, the parents of racers Tommy, Nicky, and Roger Lee Hayden.
Thank you Allen!!
While we were at Barber, Doug Demmons from the B’ham News came out and did a story on Brett. There are 2 on the web and one in the paper (April 21st). The stories are all the same, but the headlines and photos are different. Thank you Doug. It was a very good article!
http://blog.al.com/blogoftomorrow/2008/04/trussvile_teen_hopes_to_race_b.html
http://www.al.com/birminghamnews/stories/index.ssf?/base/sports/120876575814580.xml&coll=2
Brett also got to hang out with several friends from the FBR group. We all had the joy of meeting Misty Hurst. She was the only female racer in the AMA’s that weekend and did very well on Sunday. It is impressive to see her race against all the guys and see her do so well.
She had a race buddy pitted with her named Josh. Josh needed an umbrella girl, and Brett was the man of the hour! He negotiated for Josh and got Kim to come and be Josh’s umbrella girl. I believe Josh was very pleased with Brett’s choice of girls!
Brett still suffers from the phantom pains. Please pray that God will heal his pain as He leads, guides, and directs Brett’s heart and mind in the path that He has planned for his life.
Thank you all for your prayers and support of our precious son!
Blessings to you all,
Coleen (aka Brett’s mom)
This past April’s AMA races were the best yet for the Cole family. Brett had first class treatment, and because we are his family, we got special treatment as well.
Betsy R. got passes for us that allowed us to enter the 2nd floor of the paddock building. It was great being able to watch the races from there - inside the temperature controlled building! And the free food was great! These passes also got us into parking lot A. They also gave us access to the courtesy vans. (The vans will pick you up anywhere and drop you off anywhere!) Thank you Betsy!!
For those of you that do not know, Brian Pope from Fox 6 News contacted Brett and asked if he could do a story on him. Of course, we all said yes. Cameraman Allen (our new friend) went out to Little Talley and recorded Brett riding. He did a great job! Then Allen and Fox 6 News reporter Sheldon Haygood (another new friend) came to the house, in Trussville, and interviewed the family. The story aired on Fox 6 News on, Sunday, April 27, around 5:00 pm. Fox 6 team did a wonderful job!
We saw Allen at the races and he got passes for Brett and me to go to the 3rd floor of the paddock building and meet some of the racers. We watched Speed TV interview the race winners. Brett got to meet, shake hands with, and have his photo taken with several racers including Jake Zemke, Josh Hayes, and Miguel Duhamel. These guys are all so very nice.
Jake Zemke autographed his podium hat and gave it to Brett. (I don’t know why, but I cried when Jake gave Brett his hat) He also received autographed photos from Jake, Josh, Miguel, and Ben Spies.
While we were on the 3rd floor, Brett and I got to meet and shake hands with Mr. Barber himself. What a great guy! With a great track! And a great museum!
While we were on the 3rd floor, Brett and Stacey got to stand next to Mr. and Mrs. Hayden, the parents of racers Tommy, Nicky, and Roger Lee Hayden.
Thank you Allen!!
While we were at Barber, Doug Demmons from the B’ham News came out and did a story on Brett. There are 2 on the web and one in the paper (April 21st). The stories are all the same, but the headlines and photos are different. Thank you Doug. It was a very good article!
http://blog.al.com/blogoftomorrow/2008/04/trussvile_teen_hopes_to_race_b.html
http://www.al.com/birminghamnews/stories/index.ssf?/base/sports/120876575814580.xml&coll=2
Brett also got to hang out with several friends from the FBR group. We all had the joy of meeting Misty Hurst. She was the only female racer in the AMA’s that weekend and did very well on Sunday. It is impressive to see her race against all the guys and see her do so well.
She had a race buddy pitted with her named Josh. Josh needed an umbrella girl, and Brett was the man of the hour! He negotiated for Josh and got Kim to come and be Josh’s umbrella girl. I believe Josh was very pleased with Brett’s choice of girls!
Brett still suffers from the phantom pains. Please pray that God will heal his pain as He leads, guides, and directs Brett’s heart and mind in the path that He has planned for his life.
Thank you all for your prayers and support of our precious son!
Blessings to you all,
Coleen (aka Brett’s mom)
Sunday, April 13, 2008
April update
Brett has recently experienced an increase in pain and discomfort. On Monday 4/7 he received another nerve block. Today he seems to be doing much better. (We continue to ask for prayer and relief from this pain.)
Two weeks ago (3/29/08) Brett enjoyed another track day at Talladega. He rode in the intermediate group and performed very well. His riding skill and confidence continue to improve both on and off the track. (He was also filmed by the Fox 6 news team in advance of a story they plan to complete about Brett.)
I know he is anxious to finish the remaining month of this term at Jeff State. He seems to be doing okay in school.
Stacey is now living at home and also attending Jeff State and is doing very well. She is also working at the Foodworld pharmacy. It has been good to have her around more often.
We are all excited about the upcoming AMA races at Barber. It is an event we all enjoy as spectators. Hope to see you there.
Recent pictures of Brett at Talladega.
Two weeks ago (3/29/08) Brett enjoyed another track day at Talladega. He rode in the intermediate group and performed very well. His riding skill and confidence continue to improve both on and off the track. (He was also filmed by the Fox 6 news team in advance of a story they plan to complete about Brett.)
I know he is anxious to finish the remaining month of this term at Jeff State. He seems to be doing okay in school.
Stacey is now living at home and also attending Jeff State and is doing very well. She is also working at the Foodworld pharmacy. It has been good to have her around more often.
We are all excited about the upcoming AMA races at Barber. It is an event we all enjoy as spectators. Hope to see you there.
Recent pictures of Brett at Talladega.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Dirt biking at Highland Park in Georgia
Much has happened since Thanksgiving. We all enjoyed time together during the holidays and welcomed the New Year.
Excerpts…
Posted by: "John Harrison" johnharr@hiwaay.net jmh_bham
Sun Feb 17, 2008 6:32 pm (PST)
FBRs, ………….
“One of my favorite things to do is watch (and help if I can) riders learn new skills and learn to enjoy riding off-road. Everyone was grinning for most of the day and watching fellow FBR's branch out into something new, do it so well, and have so much fun made for a very special day.”
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“But the two that I was most impressed with were the Cole boys. Brett's dad, David, looked a bit like a monkey on a football with his tall frame folded up on Brett's old TTR225. I think this was his first time in the dirt too. Because he was too tall for the bike, he could not get his weight forward enough on the climbs and had a hard time keeping the front wheel down long enough to steer. But he never gave up or demonstrated anything but a huge dose of enthusiasm for being out riding with his son. What a great sport he is, not to mention a great dad. All he needs is a bigger dirt bike and some more saddle time.
That brings me to Brett. Words cannot describe what I saw Saturday. This young man's riding ability is beyond impressive. He handled everything we tried and every time I looked at him to see if he was OK, he gave me a look that seemed to say "OK, what else you got?" Did I mention that I love riding with these guys. “
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From: Ryan Nelson
To: FloribamaRiders@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2008 8:35 PM
Subject: Re: [FloribamaRiders] Re: Dirt Ride this Weekend?
……………….9 FBR's had a great time at
Brett's motorcycle talent amazes me, and his Dad David did great on his first
dirt adventure.
Pics at:
http://picasaweb.google.com/RyanNelson515/20082DirtBikesAtHighlandPark
Best pic of the day:
http://picasaweb.google.com/RyanNelson515/20082DirtBikesAtHighlandPark/photo#5167766333838508530
Brett:
http://picasaweb.google.com/RyanNelson515/20082DirtBikesAtHighlandPark/photo#5167765938701517026
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