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tin sista · 06-26-2007, 03:50 PM

Terry and Marie,
Best wishes for this new chapter in your lives. Your fighting spirit is very inspiring and it will be great to read about your further adventures!

Dureedesign · 06-26-2007, 04:02 PM

Thanks for sharing, we wish you only the best, and moving only forward (cause backing up is so damn hard to do!)A!

Sugarfoot · 06-26-2007, 07:28 PM

Terry and Marie, you are my super heros. They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. You two must be Superman and Wonder Woman! I hope to meet you somewhere soon on the road.

maxandgeorgia · 06-26-2007, 09:00 PM

Terry, your update is a great wrap up of your events to this date. It would read like the epilogue of an adventure novel if it wasn't so darned real. Others have said it, but yes, you and Marie are an inspiration on this forum. When your road winds through mid Missouri, stop and stay with us. ~G

Moonstruck · 06-27-2007, 02:26 AM

Dear Terry & Marie,
it's great to hear that you are moving on. I try to think that things that happen, however tragic, are just that and should not define who we are.
You two are a fine examples of that. Your update says to me you're ready to start again. Different, changed, but still with the stars in your eyes!
Good luck and Many Flowers!
Marc
ps. I also believe that what goes around, comes around. Luis should sleep with one eye open! Lol!

2airishuman · 06-27-2007, 09:28 PM

watching the paul simon/library of congress tribute 2nite...

these lyrics just seemed to fit.
both of ya...

The night was black, the roads were icy
Snow was fallin', drifts were high
And I was weary, from my driving
And I stopped to rest for a while
I sat down at a truck stop
I was thinking about my past
I've had a long streak of bad luck
But I'm praying it's gone at last
Gone, gone at last, gone at last
Gone at last, gone at last
I had a long streak of that bad luck
But I'm prayin' it's gone at last
00, oo, oo, oo, oo
I ain't dumb
I kicked around some
I don't fall too easily
But that boy looked so dejected
He just grabbed my sympathy
Sweet little soul now, what's your problem?
Tell me why you're so downcast
I've had a long streak of bad luck
But I'm praying it's gone at last
Gone, gone at last, gone at last
Gone at last, gone at last
I had a long streak of that bad luck
But I'm prayin' it's gone at last
00, oo, oo, oo, oo
Once in a while from out of nowhere
When you don't expect it, and you're unprepared
Somebody will come and lift you higher
And your burdens will be shared
Yes I do believe, if I hadn't met you
I might still be sinking fast
I've had a long streak of bad luck
But I'm praying it's gone at last
Gone, gone, gone at last
Gone at last, gone at last
I had a long streak of that bad luck
But I'm prayin' it's gone at last
Gone, gone, gone gone gone gone
Gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone, gone
I had a long streak of that bad luck
But I'm prayin' it's gone at last

all the best going forward
2air'

Alumatube · 10-09-2007, 01:50 PM

Terry, being a role model to people is supposed to mean good things, not bad.

Another scooter/SUV accident on a bridge.

Good thoughts and prayers to those involved!

Susan

overlander63 · 10-09-2007, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alumatube

Terry, being a role model to people is supposed to mean good things, not bad.

Another scooter/SUV accident on a bridge.

Good thoughts and prayers to those involved!

Susan

Gee, and my hip has been hurting like the dickens today. Maybe sympathy pains?...
Note the scooter was red. Like mine...

Alumatube · 10-09-2007, 08:24 PM

Yeah, for a moment I was actually wondering if they weren't reporting your old story as new news!

Sorry you were hurting today. I hope you are on the mend for good!

Susan

overlander63 · 01-17-2008, 10:37 AM

Almost exactly to the minute, I was riding my little motorscooter to my in-law's bike repair shop to help with the after Christmas rush they were experiencing. When I got almost to the bottom of the Edison Bridge, I caught a very brief glimpse of an SUV in my rear-view mirror. The next thing I knew, I came to in an ambulance, strapped to a backboard, in a whole lot of pain. I remained conscious long enough to give the paramedics my presonal info, and who to call to let them know I was in trouble, then passed out again. I again came to in a hospital room in Lee Memorial hospital, in a whole lot of pain. Everyone assured me I would never walk again, much less be able to work.

Fast-forward a year, and both me and our finances are starting to recover from this disaster, I'm again working full-time, walking without any aids of any kind, fulltiming in an Airstream, in another city, even without our dog. Nothing is the same since the events of a year ago.
It still hurts to get up in the morning, and I am very stiff on cold, rainy days like today, but I'm still here. This is due in part to the excellent care I received in the hospital, the care I received at home, both from the home health care professionals, and Marie, as well as the support from all our friends here on the forums.
I am also told another reason I am still here is I am too stubborn to die...

Hopefully I will never experience this trauma again, but if I do, I know I can count on my family, and forums friends.
Thanks again for all your help and support over the course of the last year. I couldn't have made it without you.

mrmossyone · 01-17-2008, 10:48 AM

Glad to hear you've mended and are moving on. Best of luck to ya.

Alumatube · 01-17-2008, 10:52 AM

Yay, Terry!!!! Way to go, beating the heck out of the odds!

I hope some of the residual pain and stiffness will go away in time, but it is AWESOME that you are doing so well now!!!!!

Susan

Mel · 01-17-2008, 11:00 AM

Terry, we're glad you're here.

**Stefrobrts** · 01-17-2008, 11:02 AM

That's one heck of a year, Terry. We're glad you'r both still with us too!

Airhog1 · 01-17-2008, 11:39 AM

Good for you Terry! Atta Boy!

G

2airishuman · 01-17-2008, 12:08 PM

thanks for the update terry...

i've been curious about how u were doing from a bone, joint, nuts and bolts perspective...

the original equipment parts wills very likely outlast any or all replacement bits...

with the right care, feeding and forum strokes...

and this great update is on a thursday too!

if i were nearby, dinner and a cake/candle for u both would be in order...

cheers
2air'

jdalrymple · 01-17-2008, 12:27 PM

Best Regards

Moonstruck · 01-17-2008, 02:17 PM

I must admit to getting to know Terry after his accident and I know him as an intelligent, funny, kind and indomitable man! Times may change - but people don't! Good on ya mate! Good health and give Marie a hug!!
Marc

safari57 · 01-17-2008, 02:41 PM

Terry,

You've managed your way through a lot of hoops and hurdles this past year to a remarkable recovery. There's a lot to be said for being tenacious and stubborn. What a difference a year makes.

Your input and wit are much appreciated and enjoyed on the forum.

Barry

Fyrzowt · 01-17-2008, 02:46 PM

Terry,
I would echo the thoughts expressed here today. It would be interesting and enjoyable to be able to sit down with you for an afternoon and just visit - from a professional (as a medic) viewpoint on what you have been through, but also because I've enjoyed your input here, and almost feel that I know you without ever meeting you.
Keep mending, I hope over time the aches and pains will subside.
Dave