Carolyn Brewster: Confessions of a NASCAR fan

By Carolyn Brewster
Thursday, January 29, 2009

COMMENTARY

I may never admit this again, but I actually watched a television program called “Cribs,” which allows viewers to glance into homes of the famous and see their extravagant or not-so-extravagant digs. Although not a regular viewer of the program, I am a race fan, so when I heard NASCAR drivers would be featured, I set my DVR to record.
           
Let me start by saying this was the first time in a long time my television has been turned to CMT – Country Music Television. I like country music but somehow got the misconception that it was music or things having to do with music that were aired on the station. My mistake.
   
Anyway, how could I resist the opportunity to check out the homes of Kevin Harvick, Denny Hamlin, and Kyle Busch.  Since none of the three racing stars are in my circle of friends (or acquaintances), why not peek to see how a Sprint Cup ride and a few trophies translate into square footage.
           
Here’s an equation: Sprint Cup equals really big house. When the stats on Harvick’s house popped up, I had to rewind to make sure I was seeing it correctly. That would be 22,000 square feet for the quaint, intimate home of Kevin and Delana Harvick.
   
I’m not sure that I can even wrap my brain around that number. It is quite possibly larger than my children’s elementary school.
   
Anyhow, I was thinking that’s a lot of house to enjoy in such a little time at home. I made myself feel better by remembering how grateful I am not to have to clean it. Oh wait, I’m guessing when you have a house that large, you can afford to have someone clean it for you.
           
Hamlin’s home sweet home was a modest bachelor pad at 10,500 square feet.  More interesting than his home gym and billiards/poker room was the fact that Miss Hawaiian Tropic was playing Wii in the basement.  I own a Wii, and much to my husband’s dismay, Miss Hawaiin Tropic has never come over to our house to play. Oh wait, that’s right, I’m not a NASCAR driver.
           
Busch’s pad was the “shack” of the three driver homes viewed, if one can call a gorgeous  6,000-square-foot home with pool and grotto a shack. Pretty decent starter house, Kyle. And that free Lexus sitting in the driveway from Toyota? Not a bad perk.
           
The line between envy and appreciation can be somewhat fine for me. When I watch shows like “Cribs,” I constantly remind myself these drivers have earned the money it takes to live this lifestyle.
   
Driving in Sprint Cup means you are the best. Being the best gets you paid like the best. It’s a job both dangerous and demanding, and few can truly achieve at this level.
   
So if Harvick wants a massive kitchen yet only uses the microwave, then so be it.  These houses are indicative of what it means to be successful in today’s world of NASCAR.
   
Gentlemen, go and enjoy your ridiculously grand homes. You’ve earned it.   

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  1. 1
    Cathy Rooks said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    I loved when Kevin said yes we cook HotPockets in the kitchen! I agree Kyle's home was at the bottom compared to Denny's and The Harvick's! All I can say is it must be nice to live like that! They do risk a lot!

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    Howard Englishman said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    Actually Carolyn, Kevins house really isnt that big because most of it is basement and that is included into the total sq. footage. plus the elevator that runs all 3 floors takes up alot too. This will probadly be Kevin and Delanas last house. They live in the same town Delana grew up in away from all the other drivers. And Kevin is home alot. The house is only 15 minutes from the shop.

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    Ross A Peot said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 5:29 PM

    For those to ponder on. When Obama talks about spreading the wealth these guys will come in the picture. Having said that, I would say they are living way beyond their means. The idea of charity is applied at the individual level not government. Personally I really don't care what they do.
    However, before Obama makes his move I would consider the following. I am sure that everyone in NASCAR is God fearing as all of us. RIGHT. I'm sure some have heard this. Take heed and beware of covetousness for one's life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses. So, many need to act.

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    carole collins said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    I heard Hamlin's house was for sale.

    I am surprised to hear Kevin and Delana are home alot. Most of those houses didn't even look lived in.

    And I did enjoy seeing Kyle's refrigerator full of pickles!

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    Howard, basement or not, it is finished and usable as living space or it would NOT be included in the sq. footage. That's the way it works. Basement is only included in sq. footage if it's usable as living space. Therefore, basement or not, 22,000 sq. feet is huge. And anybody that needs an elevator to get around in his home obviously has a very large one! I watched that show and the house is ginormous. It makes me appreciate Tony Stewart living in his family home even more.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    I think Kevin and Delana were home a lot for the offseason, but 15 minutes from the shop or not, they're not going to be home THAT much..they spend a lot of time traveling and racing. You figure they arrive at a track on Friday and they're not leaving til Sunday, then they work Monday through Thursday probably fairly long hours, and that doesn't even include "testing" and sponsor appearances, shooting commercial spots, attending fan fairs, appearing on NASCAR talk shows, and for some, non-NASCAR related talk shows, etc. They're not home that much during the season. Of that I'm certain.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    Oh and I'm sure Howard will come along and pat me on the head and tell me how I'm "just" a fan and I can't possibly know that they're not home much and he sleeps over at their house on a regular basis and thus knows all about it; however, this fan has watched enough interviews and shows devoted to them to know they don't spend a lot of time at home during the season.

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    Bernadette Motherway said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    #4. No wonder Kyle is a sour puss.

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    Bernie hare said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    Hey Sarah, So what?! They earned it; like the lady said.

    You think it's easy... go try it sometime.

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    Howard Englishman said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    Hey Sarah, can you see Kevins house when you get your newspaper? I can. Delana heads to KHI every morning just like Kevin heads to RCR. they are home on Sunday night just like most of us that are at the races.I leave on Friday for the tracks and so do they.Keep watchin TV.

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    Jerry Brove said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    CAROLYN, I LOVE YOUR ARTICLES. THEY'RE GREAT. WE SEE A DIFFERENT SIDE OF NASCAR MOST OF US DON'T SEE OR THINK ABOUT. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

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    Howard Englishman said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Oh and if you would like our builders name . its Kevin Combs Construction of Oak Ridge. He actually lives right next door to Kevin and Delana.In case you want to build.

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    john arturi said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 7:40 PM

    Jeez Howie, why dont you just give them the street number too. Dont give my address out.lol

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    said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    I'm sure the Harvicks and all the other drivers would love to know that you are telling their personal buisness on the internet. Unless you are their PR rep or their spokesman, you better watch what you say about them. And who cares if you see their house when you get your paper. IT'S JUST A HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!

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    Worm Dirt said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    Howard, Are you serious???? I mean, revealing that you peek through your curtains and stalk the movements of your famous neighbor to and from work was CREEPY and PATHETIC enough.... BUT... did you really have to trump the level of your own SHALLOWNESS by posting five minutes later with the name of their builder??? WOW...... Real CLASSY brother!!!!!

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    Pat Draper said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    A lot of the drivers have a home on Lake Norman and those aren't cheap. I remember when Jammie Mac showed the house he was building back when they has Drivers 360. That was a good show it has lot about the drivers and there homes. Thats where i first saw Harvicks home. I feel its a waste of money to have a house that big for 2 people that are hardly ever home. I like Kyle's house the best. Its home to him and its plenty big enough and besides he's one guy that is hardly ever home. He's out racing probably more that any other driver. I say way to go Kyle and good luck in 2009 and whip johnson. Oh by the way people did you know that Kyle is 5th as far as fans go. HA HA hee hee

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    Howard Englishman said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    Hey Worm Dirt and said, You sure do like to make things up dont you? peeking through curtains?famous neighbors? I have known Kevin and Delana and Delanas mom ever since Sr. picked him to drive for RC. And if you knew how to read you would see I said when I go get the paper Delana is headin to KHI. As far as our builder he is always lookin for work. We are all good friends. So if you cant find anything good to say,keep your silly little statements to yourself.

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    Terry Duling said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    Yeah, we have people here who claim to know People, too. Most of them at least realize the futility of endlessly spamming the rest of us with stories of their imaginary friends.

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    rae said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    Is it possible that the drivers who have huge houses, or several houses, are able in some way to use them as a tax deduction?

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    teresa beachler said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 10:20 PM

    Actually if you read all the posts, Howard was explaining that Kevins house wasnt that big and he does spend time in it. And then worm dirt writes all his wild stuff that wasnt even said unless I missed something.If you dont know someone you shouldnt put another one down because we all know that Howard had a close relationship with Dale Sr. His photos are everywhere at the tracks.

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    Sue Pfeffer said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 10:21 PM

    Oh I LOVE this article. It is Carolyn's wonderful writing. Thanks Carolyn!!!

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    Gladys Bedwell said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    Geez you guys. Give me a break. It is their money and if they choose to have a huge house, it is the prerogative. If you think it is a waste of money, well it is their money and in America they have the right the spend it the way they see fit. Maybe they aren't spending within their means but only time will tell if that is true. Who cares how much time they spend in their home. Hell, there are people who have large, expensive vacation homes and spend maybe a month a year in them. And in Howard's defense, he has not said anything that is an invasion of Kevin's and DeLana's privacy.

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    Gladys Bedwell said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 10:25 PM

    Oh, btw, if you missed this episode of cribs on CMT, you can view it on CMT's website. I hope they do other driver's homes someday.

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    Worm Dirt said:
    Jan 29, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    What???? You guys are missing my point. I don't care if Howard and the Harvicks all get together and go bowling every Wednesday night!!! Or if the Harvick family dog leaves little 'presents' in Howards front lawn!!!! MY POINT is that for Howard to go on the internet and get into pretentious and petty arguments about the square-footage of someone else's...oops.. excuse me....his "friends" house is BEYOND LAME!!!! For him to take it upon himself to speak for the Harvicks and announce that this "will be their last home" etc...etc... indo0r elevator....blah....etc....blah...blah blah smacks of somebody very anxious to bask in the reflective glory of someone ELSE. Come on!!! I mean, go back and read comment #2 and tell me that it doesn't sound like a six year-old CHILD who has just learned a secret, running around telling everybody in sight. I was honestly expecting him to give GPS coordinates at the end of it. Sheesh.... Anyway folks, I DON'T have a lot of respect for that type of thing. Deal with it!!!!!

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    teresa beachler said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:11 AM

    The only reason square footage was brought up in the first place was the quote from the writer quote "That would be 22,000 square feet for the quaint, intimate home of Kevin and Delana Harvick.

    I’m not sure that I can even wrap my brain around that number. It is quite possibly larger than my children’s elementary school." unquote and all he said was it was that large because of the basement. Big deal

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    jimmie grimm said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 5:08 AM

    i live next to speed racer & trixie

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    jimmie grimm said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 5:08 AM

    i live next to speed racer & trixie

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    Teresa, my gosh, seriously, would you stop following Howard around defending him? I'm starting to think YOU are Howard. as for the square footage, it includes the basement because the basement is USABLE SPACE. And no I don't give a rat's patootie where or how they live, or how big their house is. They want a house that big, more power to them, but it DOES increase my respect for Tony for living a little more modestly (of course, he spends his money on cars!). Still, I don't care WHAT Howard says, I've seen interviews with not only the Harvicks (not to mention how the media has done shows following him around for a few weeks and seeing all he does), as well as other drives, to know that they aren't home Monday through Thursday during the season, and even when they are home M-T, they don't just work 8 to 5. I think Howard has no idea. Simple as that. And, if Howard insists that they are/do, then perhaps he should take it up with his buddy Kevin who is apparently lying to all the media/fans about all that he does during the season. And, other than that-NOBODY CARES who Howard knows. He name-drops left and right like that makes him important. It doesn't make him important. He supposedly knows some drivers-who cares? The drivers are just people...individuals who put their pants on just like you and me. And I expect you can find the builder of the Harvicks' home on the Internet, so throwing out their builder really doesn't do anything for me. Howard, if you're so important in the world of NASCAR, why do you waste your time on us lowly fans? Why do you sit around all day commenting on stories/blogs of the people of Scene Daily? I mean, seriously? If I were someone who you claim to be, I wouldn't be wasting my time trying to convince a bunch of people I don't know on the Internet on some racing site that I am who I say I am and that I'm the all-important, all-knowing god of NASCAR. NOBODY CARES who you know, get it through your thick skull!

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    And I wonder, Howard, if you live next to the Harvicks...um...how is it you know what time Tony Stewart gets up and whether or not he goes to bars? Oh wait-you DON'T know, because while you claim he "doesn't go to bars" there are articles placing him in just that spot. Hmm. Interesting. You apparently have such a close knowledge of Tony's everyday doings, yet you also know exactly when Delana leaves for work? How can you possibly be spying on both of them?

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Well my oh my, lookie what I found: http://www.scenedaily.com/lifestyle/Kevin_Harvick_Kart_King_story.html It states: "Harvick was building a new house, and his contractor, Kevan Combs, just happened to be his neighbor too. Combs, a successful real estate developer, hit it off with Harvick right away."...oh, and I found a map to their house too-and it's common knowledge they live in Oak Ridge. I mean seriously, Howard-can't you come up with some information that is NOT easily found on the Internet that any old boob like me can easily find and pretend to know something by spewing stuff like who their "builder" is?

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    Meg said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 9:54 AM

    http://virtualglobetrotting.com/states/NC/0/?v=0&f=5&so=2
    Pics of Harvick's & Earnhardt Jr's homes... AND what's up with the sour grapes from Ross Perot? As far as Obama “spreading the wealth around” you need to look at this..
    http://www.thefreedomfactory.us/we-not-rich-yet/
    Make sure you listen to the audio with this woman telling a bank that they can repossess her car because they aren’t rich like you all… BUT they are going to be because THEY HAVE BARACK OBAMA… Yeah, right… Don’t spend it until you get it … LOL…. Those who make it are entitled to it… You don’t like what you have, do something about it… Get off the internet and get a job !

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 9:59 AM

    Oh, you know, I just realized, my gosh, I have something that will surely make my opinion count oh so much! I went and partied with Travis Kvapil's hauler driver after an appearance cuz he thought I was hot. He called me and we talked all about racing and how the drivers act and who's an a** and who's not and even several times asked me to come to the track with him and offered to pay for me a ticket for airfare and pay for lodging. Unfortunately, I was married to my XH at the time, and I don't think he would have approved. Am I important now??

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    john arturi said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 11:03 AM

    This is for the book writer above, You need to smoke some more pot with your ex. Every place I go you leave posts that disagree with people. You might not realize but alot of us that post comments on here all work for NASCAR teams. I know 5 people that post all the time on these subjects. Even people that work for the SCENE post. Some might not use there real name but they are here. So before you doubt anyone you better know more than them.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:05 PM

    Are you kidding me, John? Do you really think I'm the ONLY one that's sick of Howard and his name-dropping, all-knowing, condescending attitude? I disagree when I disagree-am I not supposed to post my own opinion because I disagree? I am not scared. I'll disagree with anybody I want-I don't care WHO they work for. Howard has never posted anything that can't be found on the web. Maybe he works for NASCAR, maybe he doesn't, maybe YOU work for a NASCAR team, I don't care. What part about that don't you understand? Howard claimed to know Tony doesn't go to bars, and that he doesn't get up before 10AM, yet there are articles written from people who were with Tony AT bars and before 10 AM. So, obviously, he's talking out his a**. Now, he's name dropping who Harvicks' builder is-I DON'T CARE...and you can find THAT on the Net too. Nothing special. And, as far as the square footage goes, yeah, I know that a basement is only included if it's finished. So, what exactly do I need to know "more than them" about? I can, and will, doubt anyone I think it talking out his a**....and by the way, I never smoked pot.

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    said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    Sarah and worm dirt are my new best friends!

    As for John above, How about if all of you posters that work for Nascar teams divulge who you work for and in what capacity. As for the people that don't leave their name, me included, some of your fellow posters call us cowards for not doing so. So John don't be a coward and fill us in on who you work for, where, what position and those of your "fellow Nascar worker posters". Then you might be credible in what you say.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    That's exactly it, 35. There is no credibility to anonymously claiming to be "on the inside." If I read an article that cites an anonymous source, I pretty much take that "source" with a grain of salt. There's a reason The Enquirer always says "A source close to the family says..." and never names names. Because that "source" probably doesn't know jack.

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    teresa beachler said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    This is amusing, Sarah you should be the one talking about following people around!!!Its funny how you have 7 posts on here and I have posted 2. Its seems you are the one following Howard around.It seems like Howard posts something and you followup and disagree with your stupid babbling. I have never seen anything that you post pertain to the article, just to people on here. Get a life!!!

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    teresa beachler said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    I see you just said you dont smoke pot but I just read your post on Ryans article on how you watched your ex beat the tests at work all the time. you were wrong there too because pot stays in you system for 30 days not 3.Smoke some more.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 1:10 PM

    Actually Teresa, if you've "never" seen me post regarding the article, then you haven't seen many of my posts. And even when I do disagree with Howard, I usually respond to the article as well.

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    judy kreklow said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    GET A LIFE

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    Patsi Wilbanks said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    Blah blah blah

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    Laura Sharp said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    If Howard is a neighbor of Kevin & Delana, there is no way he could really know about Tony, because it's common knowledge that Tony lives here in Indiana. Howie's eyesight isn't THAT good!!! BTW, I don't know Tony either, LOL!! Oh, and #16,hey Pat, Kyle maybe 5th as far as the fans,... but he'll never be #1!!!

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    Richard Clower said:
    Jan 30, 2009 at 9:04 PM

    Howard and Teresa are 2 very lame and sad individuals. Worm Dirt is the man, he nailed Howard for the wannabe fraud that he really is. What pitiful and pathetic posts from Howard and Teresa.
    If you guys work for Nascar then I would venture a guess that you are part of what is wrong with Nascar. How about you 2 (and I'll include John Aturi on this) focus on your jobs and make Nascar better and leave the commenting to us lowly commoners.
    Teresa, if you really work for a Nascar marketing firm, then why don't you concentrate on getting your clients some sponsorship or something constructive instead of surfing the web all day, every day, 7 days a freakin week!!!
    You go Sarah and Worm, keep em honest.

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    ANDY GRAY said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    Haha. Thank you guys. Very entertaining. I wish I knew what time Speed Racer leaves for work in the morning. I stand behind you Sarah and Worm.

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    Gladys Bedwell said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 12:52 AM

    OMG you guys are wearing me out. LOL!!! Sarah, you stated in one of your many posts: "They want a house that big, more power to them, but it DOES increase my respect for Tony for living a little more modestly (of course, he spends his money on cars!)." Just thought you may want to know that Tony was on QVC today and he mentioned how he is building a new house and Ryan's wife, Krissie is helping out in the planning. Sure hope he keeps it modest for your sake.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    Oh wow Gladys! I didn't know that!! I hope he stays rather modest as well. I don't know--does anyone else live with him? Did they say if he was staying in Indiana?

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    Gladys Bedwell said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    How I took it is he is building behind the old homestead.

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    Nancy King said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 7:34 PM

    I thought the Harvick's house was the posterchild of Rednecks gone wild. That is the perfect example of how new money acts. Also it makes me mad these sponsors can pay these guys all this money and then lay off hard working people. Furthermore, Delana Harvick has made up about half of her life. Her dad was a contruction worker.

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    Sarah Oxfurth said:
    Jan 31, 2009 at 10:40 PM

    Nancy, you sound rather...jaded.

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    teresa beachler said:
    Feb 2, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    Hey Nancy, I think Kevin and Delanas house is more like Camelot.And Delana is a Linville, her Dad ran in the Busch series for 10 years. She is a hard worker and so is Kevin.And they paid for the house with his Bonuses, not sponsor money!

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    John King said:
    Feb 4, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    I personally think if you open up your entire private life and your 22,000 sq.ft. home on national t.v. over and over and over again...then you can expect comments from the general public. It seems it is the same drivers and their wives over and over again. Delana's father was a construction work who built houses about 25 years ago in the Kernersville area. He "tried" to run the Busch series but never had much success. When you open up your life to everyone then you have to take the public opinion.

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