I drove down from Massachusetts leading the "New England Convoy" with my wife and two sons (who got a day off from school for "educational reasons"). I don't remember all the people who drove down with us but Patriot76 and yikes were two of them. We picked up people all the way down I-95. In New Jersey, we met the late BCjohnson at a rest stop where he took pictures and handed out American flags, one of which has been riding my car antenna since the week of 9/11.
The day itself (October 31) was one of the best weather days I have ever seen. I think it was 72 degrees and totally clear in Washington D.C. I stayed at the rally all the way through the Pokerface show and then I remember walking along the mall to the Lincoln Memorial to meet up with my wife who had taken the kids sightseeing. The rally itself was something I'll never forget. I met Gary Aldrich and Matt Drudge in person among many other prominent Freepers, too many to mention.
My kids still give me grief about making them miss Halloween at home but when they get older, they will understand.
Thanks for reminding me of BCJohnson...I remember that stop on the NJ Turnpike...we had flags sticking out all over my black Tahoe!!!
Truly a memorable day. Alot of excellent speakers & just plain old good folk. This is actually where I first met the band Poker Face & have been a loyal fan ever since. Funny that I had to travel to DC to find the coolest pro-America rock band from my own backyard.
The band still has pictures up on their website from that day. Check out Drudge dancing on stage.