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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: Bill Hagan on November 27, 2016, 08:57:52 AM
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My brother called just now to say he'd seen this on Facebook:
I know no more, but see: https://www.facebook.com/wayne.orwig.9
For those of you who, like us, don't do FB much or at all, here's the initial entry 11 hours ago from Vicky's nephew:
"Mikie Hood feeling heartbroken.
If everyone could take a few mins out of your night and say a pray for my aunt Vicky Orwig and uncle Wayne Orwig! They were in a motorcycle accident tonight in Georgia! She needs all the prays she can get! Please!! I love you guys!"
Bill
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I saw that post as well. Hoping they're OK. I haven't heard anything else yet.
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Saw a comment from a relative that "Wayne has a cracked pelvic and broken wrist. Vicky is in a coma with 7 broken ribs and fractured hip or leg."
Bill
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Sorry to hear, hoping for he best.
GliderJohn
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Saw a comment from a relative that "Wayne has a cracked pelvic and broken wrist. Vicky is in a coma with 7 broken ribs and fractured hip or leg."
Bill
In that post it says they are Gainsville. Kim and I are praying hard.
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Oh, man..wishing for the best for Wayne and Vicky.. :sad:
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I'm wishing for the best too. So sad to learn this.
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Very sad news, our thoughts and prayers are with them.
Dean
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Shit! Keep us posted.
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:sad: Fingers crossed
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Two wonderful people. the very best to them.
Tex
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Oh no! My Guzzi Hero! :cry: :cry: :cry:
-AJ
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This is very sad news. :cry:
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Wow!
This is not good. I wish them the best.
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Very sorry to hear this. Lots of positive energy for quick and complete recoveries.
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Sad news, indeed. Pulling hard for both.
Rich A
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:1: to what everyone has said .
Dusty
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Sorry to hear, hoping for the best.
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Best wishes and prayers for them.
ZZ
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Prayers flowing.
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Oh no....
best wishes and prayers.
Gian4
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we're all with you
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Sorry to read this, hope that Wayne and Vicky have a full recovery.
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Our best wishes for Wayne and Vicky!
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I hate to hear this. My thoughts, prayers and best wishes go out to both Wayne and his wife.
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Very, very sad to hear this tragic news....Prayers and best wishes sent from Red Rock country to Wayne and Vicky....
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Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
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Praying and praying.
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Best wishes for a speedy and complete recovery.
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Sorry to hear the bad news. Best wishes for a fast recovery.
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Sad to hear this,Our prayers for Wayne and Vicky and their family. May they recover fast and fully.
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Best wishes for them both for speedy and full recoveries.
Steve.
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shockingly bad news, Wayne if there is anything you need or want please let me know.
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Very sad news. Best wishes for both of them and a speedy recovery!
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Never met either one, but feel like I have.
He's been here forever.
Thoughts and prayers for them and the family.
kjf
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So sorry to hear the horrible news. I hope they have a quick recovery.
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Best wishes!
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Oh man, that sounds pretty serious,Positive thoughts and healing prayers coming your way , Wayne.
Rick.
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Hate that....best wishes and hopes for speedy recoveries.
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Wishing the Orwigs a speedy recovery, take care out there guys :sad:
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Hope some Georgian can get to where they are and tell Wayne how many people are hoping and praying for him and Vicki to recover .... Wayne and Vicki had a ton of experience riding together, something really hard must have hit them ....
Lannis
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Steve Nicholas is heading to the hospital now to check on them. When he lets me know details, I'll relay them. I'm planning on heading up there after work tonight.
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Best wishes to both of them
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Steve Nicholas is heading to the hospital now to check on them. When he lets me know details, I'll relay them. I'm planning on heading up there after work tonight.
Thanks! For sure let us know if there's anything any of us can do for them. I already owe Wayne big time for things he's done for me ....
Lannis
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I spent 21 days bedside with my brother after his big crash last year. I know what they and the families are up against. My heart goes out to wish them all well. Recovery will take time but hope they can get out of the institutions and back home with family ASAP. That speeds healing.
Patrick Hayes
Fremont CA
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I already owe Wayne big time for things he's done for me ....
Lannis
As do many of us...me included!
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Hoping for the best for them.
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My thoughts are with you and Vicky.
Bob
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Have yet to meet Wayne but know he's a great guy who goes out of his way to help others here. :sad: Hope they both heal up OK. If he, they still work, this isn't going to be good on their finances.
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God speed to both of them.
I'm not sure if I have met Wayne, but I know he's been around as long as me, prolly longer.
Tom
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Healing and comfort! So sorry to hear this...
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More "well wishes" on the way. Hoping for a good outcome.
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best wishes to them both.
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Two very fine people that are an asset to the Guzzi community. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Tex
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Best wishes to the both of them.
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Prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery from Lathrop CA!
Get well soon.....
Jeff
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Positive vibes and a quick return to good health...
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Wayne and Vicky.
Nick
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Sorry to hear - prayers and best wishes.
Mark
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Bummer. Sorry to read this. Hoping both of you heal fast.
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I just returned from visiting Wayne. he is doing OK considering. his left arm is wrapped up honestly I was so happy to see him sitting up I forgot to ask if it broken or not. his hip is split (his words). it is taped for now but they will have to repair it with a plate most likely tomorrow. he could go home as early as Tuesday.
The Dr.'s aren't telling him much about Vicki but she is much worse off. she is still unconscious and they haven't said anything other than some head trauma. But she is stable. her collar bone is broken and some ribs but the Dr.'s haven't given him any firm details so it is PRAY and wait. her daughter Amy and her sister from Ohio are with her so I didn't try to go in. I doubt they would have let me any way.
he remembers little from the accident however a police officer saw it. evidently some woman decided to do a U-turn right in front of them. certainly her fault but that does no good right now.
Amy brought him a tablet and her phone so he will have communication when he is ready. right now he needed rest so I came home. I will go to see him again sometime tomorrow and I am close so if there is something needed I will do my best to help him.
right now prayers are needed!
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Thanks for the update! :thumb:
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Glad for some good news, but still a very worrisome situation. Thoughts and prayers here in Wisconsin.
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Prayers sent from Lancaster, PA.
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Never met the folks, but I as others feel like we have.
Vagrant,
Thanks so much for the update.
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I just returned from visiting Wayne. he is doing OK considering. his left arm is wrapped up honestly I was so happy to see him sitting up I forgot to ask if it broken or not. his hip is split (his words). it is taped for now but they will have to repair it with a plate most likely tomorrow. he could go home as early as Tuesday.
The Dr.'s aren't telling him much about Vicki but she is much worse off. she is still unconscious and they haven't said anything other than some head trauma. But she is stable. her collar bone is broken and some ribs but the Dr.'s haven't given him any firm details so it is PRAY and wait. her daughter Amy and her sister from Ohio are with her so I didn't try to go in. I doubt they would have let me any way.
he remembers little from the accident however a police officer saw it. evidently some woman decided to do a U-turn right in front of them. certainly her fault but that does no good right now.
Amy brought him a tablet and her phone so he will have communication when he is ready. right now he needed rest so I came home. I will go to see him again sometime tomorrow and I am close so if there is something needed I will do my best to help him.
right now prayers are needed!
THANKS FOR BEING THERE and filling us in.. this is pretty tragic.
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Many, many thanks, Steve!
We all make mistakes as riders, but Wayne is such a skilled, experienced, and extraordinary rider that I simply could not fathom how that would have happened and be "his fault."
Moreover, his oncoming Stelvio looks like a 777 with landing lights on, as Wayne has made it more than merely conspicuous. It is thus inconceivable to me that the driver did not see them if she was looking ahead.
But, as you say, that is, at least just now, irrelevant. Instead, we are all properly focused on healing those two.
Those of us at a distance and near can only hope that the outpouring here and elsewhere of sympathy, support, and affection is some comfort to Wayne, Vicky, Amy, and their whole family.
Maybe Daniel Kalal said it best with his, "we're all with you."
Bill & Kathi
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So sorry to be reading this... Our thoughts and prayers going out to Vicky and Wayne.
Thank you for letting us know, we are a tight knit community, even if we do not know each other personally, we take it personally with this type of news.
Best,
Rob & Sue
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Maybe Daniel Kalal said it best with his, "we're all with you."
That's the correct sentiment. Today is the first I've heard this- I hope Vicki and Wayne recover quickly and fully. We're all with you-
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I was shocked to hear this. It seems like Wayne has always been one of the pillars of the forum.
Hoping Vicky's situation will improve, that should be a relief.
Best wishes for both of them.
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Tex just told me what happened. Will keep Wayne and Vicky and family in my prayers.
Beaver
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My very best wishes, I am keeping you both in my thoughts tonight.
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This is not good. Thoughts and prayers are with you Wayne and Vicky. Here's to a complete and speedy recovery.
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This is such terrible news. Praying for a complete recovery.
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I just got home from a weekend away. So sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers from Paradise PA for the Orwigs.
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Just awful news. Prayers and best wishes from Colorado Springs.
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Shannon and I just got home from seeing Wayne at the hospital. He's scheduled to have surgery on his left wrist and right hip tomorrow morning. He may be released Tuesday or Wednesday. Vicky's status is still unknown, they're watching her for now, but not much to tell.
Wayne said that they were riding to Braselton, and a woman driving toward them made a sudden u-turn in the intersection in front of him. He said he ran into her car, nothing he could do. There was a Barrow County Deputy sitting at the light who saw the whole thing. He said they took the woman to jail...DUI Drugs! Bitch!!
Anyway, that's all there's is right now. I'm going to try to get some stuff off the bike tomorrow, and we'll be checking in on them all week.
I passed on the well wishes and prayer thoughts to Wayne already.
I'll keep you updated when I have more news.
Yaniv
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Thanks Yaniv! Unbelievable......H oping to hear some better news from you and/or Steve on your next visit.
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Thanks guys for the updates. Vicky stays at the top of the list.
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Just read this......pretty shocked. Wayne and Vicky are two of the best. I'll be hoping and prayin for all the best.
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Shannon and I just got home from seeing Wayne at the hospital. He's scheduled to have surgery on his left wrist and right hip tomorrow morning. He may be released Tuesday or Wednesday. Vicky's status is still unknown, they're watching her for now, but not much to tell.
Wayne said that they were riding to Braselton, and a woman driving toward them made a sudden u-turn in the intersection in front of him. He said he ran into her car, nothing he could do. There was a Barrow County Deputy sitting at the light who saw the whole thing. He said they took the woman to jail...DUI Drugs! Bitch!!
Anyway, that's all there's is right now. I'm going to try to get some stuff off the bike tomorrow, and we'll be checking in on them all week.
I passed on the well wishes and prayer thoughts to Wayne already.
I'll keep you updated when I have more news.
Yaniv
Shit! If she was DUI doesn't that invalidate her insurance? That'll be a huge whammy too! Probably little use in chasing a crackhead through the courts.
Bastard!
Pete
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That sucks. I wish them my best.
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Shit! If she was DUI doesn't that invalidate her insurance? That'll be a huge whammy too! Probably little use in chasing a crackhead through the courts.
Bastard!
Pete
It shouldn't. The crash was still her fault, and her insurance should cover it. Any half decent lawyer could win that case.
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Wayne said that they were riding to Braselton, and a woman driving toward them made a sudden u-turn in the intersection in front of him. He said he ran into her car, nothing he could do....
Yaniv
No matter what speed you're going, there's a "window" in which a car can whip a left turn in front of you and there's nothing that Superman and Chuck Norris together could do to react to avoid it ... Vicki is the one I'm worried about now .....
Lannis
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Just saw this thread. What terrible news! Thanks for keeping us posted folks. Prayers for the Orwigs.
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Very sorry to hear this news. Please do keep us posted.
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Terrible news. Hoping for a speedy recovery for Wayne and Vicky.
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Vicki is the one I'm worried about now .....
Lannis
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Prayers for healing and comfort and peace throughout this process.
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Prayers inbound for their quick and total restoration.
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Thoughts and prayers from all my family and friends go out to Wayne and Vicki. We all wish you the speediest recovery.
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Sorry to hear of their accident, thoughts and prayers from Mary and myself.
Grant
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We just found out by being alerted via e-mail from Bill Hagan. This is one of those things we don't imagine happening to anyone close. Suzanne and I visited with Wayne and Vicky last Sunday in Little Switzerland, NC when they rode up (in the Mustang) for one evening, and we stayed all week. True to form, Wayne sent a text suggesting how to fix a gas leak on my EV. Most folks in the Guzzi community knows how willing he is to help with our motorcycle woes. He urged me to drop the EV off on the way home from the mountains. Maybe that would have kept them at home this afternoon!
I'm not worried about him now; he's conscious and talking. Vicky is the big concern.
Anyone who has first hand information please keep us all posted.
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Just read this, and I'm so sorry to hear it. Pulling for a quick and complete recovery for both Wayne and Vicki!
Shaun
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So sorry to hear this, Thoughts and prayers with them.
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So sorry to hear this, Thoughts and prayers with them.
Good to hear from you too Dan. Sorry it has to be in such crappy circumstances.
Pete
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Very sad news,,, Wayne and Vicky, both of you are in my thoughts,,, praying for a full recovery.
Kelly
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Just catching up with the Guzzi world and see this at the top of the feed.
Terrible news -- especially for Vicky.
Thoughts and prayers from Chicagoland for both of their recoveries.
Best,
Carlo
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Here's hoping it works out in the best possible way.
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Just terrible and the main reason I don't ride over to the dinner every month, too much traffic. Been praying non-stop since I read this thread.
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Prayers and Best Wishes for both to recover fully.
Dave
Galveston
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Prayers of healing for Wayne and Vicky, for strength to the caregivers, bless and protect all of us from harm in this community.
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Reality check here. Even if the driver had insurance, I'm sure it's $$$ limits will quickly be exceeded and the major costs will fall back on the victim.
Life is full of ups and downs and it hurts to see people we care about suffer. Show of support for them and their family are a good indication of how well Wayne and Vicky are thought of, and of this community as well. Best wishes for them to heal quickly and many thanks for the many friends they have here.
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Prayers go out to Wayne and Vicky to their quick recovery over this tragic event in their lives.
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I hope I works out ok. Always sad though.
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Reality check here. Even if the driver had insurance, I'm sure it's $$$ limits will quickly be exceeded and the major costs will fall back on the victim.
Life is full of ups and downs and it hurts to see people we care about suffer. Show of support for them and their family are a good indication of how well Wayne and Vicky are thought of, and of this community as well. Best wishes for them to heal quickly and many thanks for the many friends they have here.
Reality check here. Even if the driver had insurance, I'm sure it's $$$ limits will quickly be exceeded and the major costs will fall back on the victim.
Life is full of ups and downs and it hurts to see people we care about suffer. Show of support for them and their family are a good indication of how well Wayne and Vicky are thought of, and of this community as well. Best wishes for them to heal quickly and many thanks for the many friends they have here.
Yes, but.
In Georgia, as my brother learned as a result of his unfortunate encounter with a woman driving a minivan :shocked: :cry:, your uninsured-motorist coverage on your motorcycle policy is, or at least can be, combined with your auto policy's coverage. One of the few "good news" items that came out of that accident last December.
Hoping that coverage situation is applicable to Wayne and Vicky. I will be down there next week and, with my brother who is now an unintended expert in such things, will if needed assist in seeing what can be done.
Bill
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Yes, but.
In Georgia, as my brother learned as a result of his unfortunate encounter with a woman driving a minivan :shocked: :cry:, your uninsured-motorist coverage on your motorcycle policy is, or at least can be, combined with your auto policy's coverage. One of the few "good news" items that came out of that accident last December.
Hoping that coverage situation is applicable to Wayne and Vicky. I will be down there next week and, with my brother who is now an unintended expert in such things, will if needed assist in seeing what can be done.
Bill
That is "stacking" but I don't know if you can do it between carriers. I have my cars with one company and motorcycles with another for example. I do know that I can stack my two motorcycles policies with Progressive however and since Wayne has two bikes he should be able to at least stack those.
It remains that un/under coverage is the most important
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That is "stacking" but I don't know if you can do it between carriers. I have my cars with one company and motorcycles with another for example. I do know that I can stack my two motorcycles policies with Progressive however and since Wayne has two bikes he should be able to at least stack those.
It remains that un/under coverage is the most important
Ah. Good point, George.
My brother did/does have all vehicles with Progressive.
Thanks.
Bill
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Horrible news. Great that a couple of you are in proximity and available to offer support to the Orwig's. Throwing my sentiments in with all assembled. Hoping things resolve quickly.
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Tragic news. Our thoughts and prayers are with Vicky and Wayne...
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My thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery.
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I stopped by this am about 10:45. Wayne had been in surgery since 7am and it was expected to go until noon.
I went to see Vicky and met her sister. she is still in a coma but has shown some signs of coming out of it. but she is very heavily sedated so I expect they will keep her in that state for a while.
I will try to stop by again tonight if not tomorrow.
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I hope there's a positive outcome, we all take that risk but inevitably its some other idiots actions that cause us pain. Get well soon
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I stopped by this am about 10:45. Wayne had been in surgery since 7am and it was expected to go until noon.
I went to see Vicky and met her sister. she is still in a coma but has shown some signs of coming out of it. but she is very heavily sedated so I expect they will keep her in that state for a while.
I will try to stop by again tonight if not tomorrow.
Thanks for the update. Keeping them in my thoughts.
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Yes, thanks vagrant . Send them our love please .
Dusty
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My thoughts and prayers go out to both of them.
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Prayers for Wayne and Vicky!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Well, Wayne has looked better-- Body looks pretty beat up. I got to the hospital bout 3 he was well awake and uncomfortable. He hasn't been able to see Vicky yet but may soon. He will be on 1 leg for a while till the bones heal. Family was coming in so I split.
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Steve, thanks for the report.
Bob
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Have been off the forum for a while and saddened to hear that Wayne and his wife were in an accident. Hoping for the best possible outcome for everyone. Thanks to those nearby who are checking on their condition and offering support.
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prayers for these two!!!! and for all of us for that matter, and this is a great group
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Just saw this in the feed and been off and on just recently. Very sorry to hear this news and praying for Vicky as she sounds very serious yet. I hope a speedy recovery for Wayne.
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LaSandra and I are sending positive vibes to Georgia. Wayne, ff there's anything we can do from our end, just yell.
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Does anyone have an address of the hospital so cards can be sent to Wayne and Vicky?
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LaSandra and I are sending positive vibes to Georgia. Wayne, ff there's anything we can do from our end, just yell.
I just got some time to post. They kicked me out of Vicky's room in ICE.
I had surgery this morning, and as far as I know I will be fine, but I will have a few new battle scars.
Vicky is still in trouble though. SERIOUS trouble. Even with the full compliment of gear. So please keep the good thoughts heading towards her, she can use them.
I'll avoid discussions of the accident at this time until the dust settles.
Thanks for the thoughts.
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good to hear from you Wayne! Please tell Vicky we are all pulling for her even if you think she can't hear you.
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Prayers to Vicky!
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This is painful to hear your news.
Best wishes & hopes for your recovery & Vicky reviving from her coma.
Tim
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hoping for a speedy recovery!
Randy
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I just logged in and read the sad news, my prayers go out to Wayne and Vicky, I hope you both reach a full recovery.
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I just got back from a little holiday trip and saw the headline. Like so many others, I have never met them, but Wayne is such a constant, calm, and helpful guy, I feel like I do know him, and have for years. Sending good thought...
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My thoughts are with you Wayne, I hope Vicky is soon on the mend.
Roy
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Glad you were able to check in Wayne. Here's hoping things improve for Vicky soon. You as well of course.
John Henry
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It's encouraging to hear from you, Wayne.
Sending all possible mental support to Vicky.
We're all with you two.
Best,
Carlo
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Great to hear from you Wayne! Again, my best wishes for you and Vicky's full recovery.
Nick
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forgive me for not saying more or sooner. Our thoughts are with you, and if there is anything we can do, now or in the hard days ahead, you have only to ask.
Take care,
C
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Thanks for the update, Wayne. So sorry for Vicky.. wishing her the best. As everyone is saying, anything we can do, just say the word.
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Wishing you both God's speed.
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Really sorry to hear. Best wishes on a speedy recovery to both. I hope you can both be out of this nightmare soon.
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My thoughts & prayers are with you both also.
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Wayne.....thoughts and prayers for Vicky. Hope the sun starts to shine soon.
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Awful news Wayne. Looks like a lot of us are rooting real hard for you and your wife.
We anxiously await some good reports.
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Get better, the both of ya. Prayers your way.
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Wayne, glad you're able to respond. Many prayers for Vicky and you--as many as we can muster.
Many of us would like to send a note or a blossom to brighten things--what address shall we use?
Please know the Brothers Sokohl are with y'all....as are all members of the Guzzi community worldwide.
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Terrible news!!! Hope the best for both of you!
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Wayne-
I'm glad you're on the mend and there for Vicky. We're all here chanting. Tell her to hang tough and fight.
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This news just sucks. Hoping for complete healing and Vicki and you whole again soon.
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I stopped by this am and Wayne was sitting up in a chair and had just had a walker lesson. he looks good and wasn't in any real pain. (good drugs) he has a plate in his left arm to repair the small long bone. the hip repair also went well and wasn't bothering him. as always he has a positive attitude and will be fine in time. but I'm sure the bones will take a long time to heal.
He still didn't have any different news about Vicky. She is still in a coma and they were going to take him down to see her so I headed out. she has a lot of family there and prayer is all we can do.
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Many thanks for the news, Steve.
As you -- and we trust Wayne and his family, too -- know from this site and others, so many folks all over this planet are pulling and praying for him and Vicky.
Bill & Kathi
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My Brother-in-law had a bike crash a year and a half ago. Hit his head pretty significantly and they kept him in a coma for almost two weeks. It was medically induced to prevent him from waking up. It was quite a process but today he is mentally back to his old self and other than a leg injury that will leave him with a permanent limp, he has fully recovered. We had some pretty dark days before the sun came back out.
Here's to a complete recovery for Wayne and Vicky. Modern medicine can do some amazing things. Keep the positive thoughts flowing!
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Best wishes to you Wayne and Vicky.
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Best wishes and prayers for a couple I don't know, but hits so close to home, accident out of no where, skill could not prevent! So sorry this happened to you and your wife.
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Wayne and Vicky - I pray for your fast and full recovery.
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More prayers added for recovery.
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This is terrible to hear, all the best to Vicky and Wayne!
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wishing you both a speedy recovery from down under
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Prayers for you.
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All the best for Vicky , Wayne.
That was really bad luck.
Hope it works out for you both.
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Steve Lehman just wrote me about Wayne and Vicki. Terrible news for sure. They have so many miles traveling on a Guzzi. Prayers for sure for both Wayne and Vicki. They are two of the many great people in our group. Heart breaking that Wayne hasn't been able to see Vicki. That just adds to his pain.
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All the best to you both for a full and quick recovery.
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Hoping and Praying.
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In my thoughts as well, hoping for the best. Get well Vicky! You too Wayne!
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Get well soon!!
Tom
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Wayne has been unplugged from the IV and pain meds since yesterday afternoon. he looked very good today and had walked / hobbled down the hall with the walker. he said he needed help getting back but using one arm and one leg I would have needed help too. it is going to be a long road to recovery but as always he has a positive attitude. his only concern is Vicky's condition.
Vicky is still in a coma but breathing on her own. they inserted a feeding tube today and her body reacted to it. I would hope that is a positive sign.
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Wayne has been unplugged from the IV and pain meds since yesterday afternoon. he looked very good today and had walked / hobbled down the hall with the walker. he said he needed help getting back but using one arm and one leg I would have needed help too. it is going to be a long road to recovery but as always he has a positive attitude. his only concern is Vicky's condition.
Vicky is still in a coma but breathing on her own. they inserted a feeding tube today and her body reacted to it. I would hope that is a positive sign.
Thanks!!
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Wayne has been unplugged from the IV and pain meds since yesterday afternoon. he looked very good today and had walked / hobbled down the hall with the walker. he said he needed help getting back but using one arm and one leg I would have needed help too. it is going to be a long road to recovery but as always he has a positive attitude. his only concern is Vicky's condition.
Vicky is still in a coma but breathing on her own. they inserted a feeding tube today and her body reacted to it. I would hope that is a positive sign.
The healing powers of the human body are amazing. Thanks for the update. We'll keep hoping and praying that she'll be back soon ...
Lannis
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Heart breaking that Wayne hasn't been able to see Vicki. That just adds to his pain.
Went to see Wayne last night. Wasn't in his room.
Went to see Vicky in ICU room. There's Wayne sitting at Vicky's bed side, his hand on her arm.
Love finds a way.
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Dorcia keeps asking if she has brain swelling, or is she being kept in a coma with drugs?
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Dorcia keeps asking if she has brain swelling, or is she being kept in a coma with drugs?
When I fell off a ladder and cracked my skull my brain swelled and I was in an induced coma for awhile. Hopefully her coma is induced too. Blood came out of my left ear for 3 days and look how good I turned out. :laugh:
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Went to see Wayne last night. Wasn't in his room.
Went to see Vicky in ICU room. There's Wayne sitting at Vicky's bed side, his hand on her arm.
Love finds a way.
That's right. And you can never know what a person in a coma or who is evidently unresponsive can actually feel or hear.
It may be that a simple physical contact, and a few words, can be the factor that will get her back in sync with the world. It's something where your opinion, mine, or Wayne's is as good as the doctors' ...
Lannbis
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Apropos the medical mysteries of comas, AZRider -- a member here, but hasn't been around for a bit -- posted a most interesting and brief discussion on guzzitech.
IMO, worth reading:
http://www.guzzitech.com/forums/threads/wayne-vicky-orwig-crashed.16686/#post-124717
Bill
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Apropos the medical mysteries of comas, AZRider -- a member here, but hasn't been around for a bit -- posted a most interesting and brief discussion on guzzitech.
IMO, worth reading:
http://www.guzzitech.com/forums/threads/wayne-vicky-orwig-crashed.16686/#post-124717
Bill
Thanks for that Bill. In my own experience , I got killed in'69. Mom, an RN stayed with me until they thought I would live. After three days I woke up a little and they figured I was as good as I would get. I woke up a few weeks later. I don't remember Mom staying with me but I recognized that she was not there when I woke up. Kept me out of Vietnam. I hope Vicky has a similar experience
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We saw the head trauma thing with one of the members here a couple of years ago. It was a slow process, and I was fearful that he wouldn't come back. Fortunately.. he did. What AZrider posted about the brain rebooting was true with him.
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Damn just saw this out on FB. Two of our favorite people. Thoughts and prayers from Cheryl and me.
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Dorcia keeps asking if she has brain swelling, or is she being kept in a coma with drugs?
not medically induced. some swelling and the word trauma was used. the have drained of the pressure.
she has a black eye and they both always use full face helmets and 1 piece Aero-stitch suits.
I will go to see them latter today.
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Hey Vagrant
It's convenient you are so close enough to drop in to the hospital so frequently.
It's admirable you take the trouble to.
Thanks for the updates.
Don't know W&V, nor have I been here long enough to know them virtually. All's I know, it could be any of us squashed up. There's no shortage of brain dead cagers piloting lethal machinery out there. Watch out, guys.
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Indeed. It is a much slower road back than one would anticipate. I am almost 18 months out from a much less severe injury. (I was unconscious for about 90 minutes, and have a pretty good memory for everything starting about a month after the accident. Before that, not so much.) Everything AZRider says is correct, in my experience. The frontal lobes are in charge of "executive functions," things like control, impulse, anger, and otherwise. Decision-making. Memory. Learning new stuff continues to be difficult; the old stuff is still there, interestingly (I can still wade through the complex and tedious process of identifying insects, for example), but even simple mental arithmetic remains a challenge. And there are "holes" here and there in my memory, things that Cathy tells me we did, or happened, that I have no recollection of. There is some physical basis for memory, and when those cells are damaged, it's just not there any more.
And everything is more difficult, especially if there is any kind of distraction. I took an hour of sick leave yesterday afternoon to get away from the two admins having a gab-fest in the office next door. I couldn't think, and realized that I was getting so angry that I was shaking. Irrational, and completely out of proportion. And not like me. Or not like I used to be. It's better to leave than explain. Absent a gaping hole in my skull it all sounds like excuse-making, anyway.
I'm told by the neurologist that my expectations ("why the hell am I not 100% yet?") are unreasonable. People go years, until the distinction between actual recovery and the development of coping skills (make lists, stay out of Wal-Mart) gets so thin it becomes the same.
I've benefitted greatly from just talking to several folks here with similar injuries. "Yeah, I did that for six or eight months, too" is both helpful and comforting. It's too early yet, but if you're reading this, Wayne, whatever I know that might be helpful is yours.
Regards,
C
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Just came back from today's visit, Hell, there's a rally going on in Wayne's room!! He's getting visitors today. Still not too good getting around but he'll get there. He may be getting therapy in the same facility which means he will be near Vicky instead of being at home. That would be great.
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yep! four of us at one time constitutes a national rally except there were no hats or "T" shirts.
I'll be gone for a week so hopefully others will continue to show there love and concern.
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Bump
Any updates?
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Just saw this today. Bugger!
This sort of thing is never good news but I am glad we have the opportunity to share it here.
It sounds like Wayne is recovering well and it just a matter of patience for him now, but his mind will be full of worry for Vicky.
My very best to the both of them and I wish there was more I could do.
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Was there for a bit earlier today and saw Vicky. Didn't stay long, too many family. Wayne got the room for therapy in the same building and was doing it so I left. Some more tests being run on Vicky soon from what I heard. She seems to be hanging in there stable. Will be going back shortly.
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Thanks for the update Steve.
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Last night he looked good, trying to delay the rehab slowly to be by Vicky longer. I took him something to take the edge off. Hope it'll give him a more positive outlook amid the heavy responsibility's at hand.
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I'm late to the party. What room is Wayne in? I assume it's NE GA Regional? Those who have been to see him, should I stop or would I serve them better to stay out of the way? I'm very close by.
Just now seeing this, it's tough to sink in.
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Rehab inpatient room #4109 South tower, go in by emergency entrance, Vickey is in North tower RM 3725. Go see them, make them smile.
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I haven't been on here for a while. Sorry to hear this tragic news. My thoughts to Wayne and Vicky for a full recovery. Be safe out there everyone. You just never know when someone might take you out.
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Just visited Wayne who was with Vicki in her room. (midday Sunday, 4Dec2016) Wayne in a wheel chair seems almost surprised that he's not in more pain. It's all quite tolerable for him. The wrist hurts more and the 'cast' on it is annoying. Of course, he can show you where it should be trimmed to fit better. Vicki is just as serious still in a coma and everyone is watching for glimmers of improvement. My wife, Sue, talked *to* her a good bit. We all believe there's a thread of consciousness and she (Vicki) may be listening.
We chatted again briefly with daughter Amy who is apparently there a lot. She seems good supporting dad, maybe a little stoic. We also got acquainted with Wayne's sister Patty with her husband David who were there and will be around a couple of days.
Last Thursday (1Dec2016) when we visited we were part of the hallway rally. That time Sue also talked *to* Vicky and was able to keep it together part of the time. We explained to Vicki's sister about the monthly meetings and Vicki's part at the 'chick end of the table' where the women get together and have non-motorcycle talk.
I must say thanks for the show of mutual support from all the thoughtful, caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, curmudgeonly, entertaining, antagonistic, adventuristic, plain ole funny Guzzisti. From the artistic to the grammar-impaired I appreciate and enjoy y'all. Ironically a bunch of eccentrics and iconoclasts pull together for each other all the time.
Deep regards,
Mike and Sue
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Mike said "plain ole funny Guzzisti" :thumb:
Dusty
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Just visited Wayne who was with Vicki in her room. (midday Sunday, 4Dec2016) Wayne in a wheel chair seems almost surprised that he's not in more pain. It's all quite tolerable for him. The wrist hurts more and the 'cast' on it is annoying. Of course, he can show you where it should be trimmed to fit better. Vicki is just as serious still in a coma and everyone is watching for glimmers of improvement. My wife, Sue, talked *to* her a good bit. We all believe there's a thread of consciousness and she (Vicki) may be listening.
We chatted again briefly with daughter Amy who is apparently there a lot. She seems good supporting dad, maybe a little stoic. We also got acquainted with Wayne's sister Patty with her husband David who were there and will be around a couple of days.
Last Thursday (1Dec2016) when we visited we were part of the hallway rally. That time Sue also talked *to* Vicky and was able to keep it together part of the time. We explained to Vicki's sister about the monthly meetings and Vicki's part at the 'chick end of the table' where the women get together and have non-motorcycle talk.
I must say thanks for the show of mutual support from all the thoughtful, caring, compassionate, knowledgeable, curmudgeonly, entertaining, antagonistic, adventuristic, plain ole funny Guzzisti. From the artistic to the grammar-impaired I appreciate and enjoy y'all. Ironically a bunch of eccentrics and iconoclasts pull together for each other all the time.
Deep regards,
Mike and Sue
Nice post, Mike. :bow:
Kathi and I just arrived in Atlanta. Somehow I managed to take 13 hours to go only 600 miles. Kathi does it by herself in 9, but she has an iron bladder. :wink:
Hope to get up there tomorrow. Will bring Wayne some tools to fix that cast. :laugh:
Will also look in on Vicky and join the others there -- and all over the planet, judging from this thread -- who are plugging for her.
Also hope to see Amy again and meet some of Wayne & Vicky's kin.
Bill
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Kathi and I went to Gainesville this afternoon and visited Wayne & Vicky at the Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC), http://www.nghs.com/north-patient-tower. NGMC is a very high-end medical facility, and, without exception today, the staff was friendly and professional.
And -- as Kathi isn't looking over my shoulder! :thewife: -- I'll add that the physical therapist who worked with him while we were there was a near stunning blonde in her late 20's who was also a sweetie. I seem to recall visiting Dean in Asheville and noting a similarly attractive nurse. Maybe it's just that Guzzi guys are ... oh, never mind. :grin:
We met in ICU where Vicky is just now. The reports others have given seem to still be the state of things. We left, however, as a doctor came and began discussing Vicky's condition with Wayne and Amy. We do not know what, if anything, is new.
Vicky remains in a coma, and Wayne, daughter Amy, and some of Vicky's family have been loyally waiting with her. Amy is a great "gate guard" for both of her parents, and says she doesn't need anything just now. Her employer has been generous with her time off, but she starts back to work tonight.
Wayne is Wayne. If you did not know what had happened, and see his arm when the dressing was changed today, you might doubt he'd been in such a tragic accident.
It is touching to see him sit with Vicky doing just that: touching her as a loving husband, holding her hand, and watching the countless displays of data from the cables attached to her.
Kathi "talked" to Vicky for a bit, and I listened to Wayne tell about the accident. Inasmuch as he remembers nothing of it, his story is pretty much limited to showing -- and marveling at -- photos guzziknight took of the Stelvio and the car that hit them.
That's pretty much it, but more prayers, good wishes, and similar sentiments won't be wasted.
Bill
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Thanks Bill!!
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So sorry to sign in after a couple of weeks away and read this news. Best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.
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Thanks Bill for the update and thanks to you and Kathi for being there.
I guess I wake up every morning hoping to see something better than "the same" but I do know that the process of healing takes time. So I'll take "the same" as encouraging and continue to offer my prayers and thoughts for a good outcome.
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I haven't been here in a while and just saw this. Very sorry to hear of their accident and will include them in our prayers.
Tobit
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Lots of positive healing vibes in this group! Sending even more from Kansas!
I still concider myself new to the group. If someone has a photo of them they could share, it would help put faces to names. Only get to meet some of ya once a year.
Shows just how quickly our lives can change. And what is most important.
That's the reason I started riding Guzzi. The people!
Rod Patten
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Lots of positive healing vibes in this group! Sending even more from Kansas!
I still concider myself new to the group. If someone has a photo of them they could share, it would help put faces to names. Only get to meet some of ya once a year.
Shows just how quickly our lives can change. And what is most important.
That's the reason I started riding Guzzi. The people!
Rod Patten
Good point, Rod. Will look.
That said, most of us only see Wayne & Vicky's backs when we ride with them.
This is not an apocryphal story. I am not the only one to try to keep up with Wayne when he has Vicky as a pillion on his EV while towing a trailer. Instead of passing them while I am solo on my Ballabio, I still have this mental image of Vicky turning around and waving and laughing at me as they lengthened the gap! The result would be similar were I on my Norge or even Griso.
Yes, many if not most of you are likely better riders than I am, but I suspect the number here of riders better than Wayne is way smaller!
Bill
P.S. If inclined, read about the first time I learned he was alpha dog in my junkyard:
http://www.mgnoc.com/print/print_article_yeeha__we're_going_to_cheaha_ .html (http://www.mgnoc.com/print/print_article_yeeha__we're_going_to_cheaha_.html)
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Lots of positive healing vibes in this group! Sending even more from Kansas!
I still concider myself new to the group. If someone has a photo of them they could share, it would help put faces to names. Only get to meet some of ya once a year.
Shows just how quickly our lives can change. And what is most important.
That's the reason I started riding Guzzi. The people!
Rod Patten
I have some pictures but, as Bill can attest, my phone flips them when I upload them. When I get home I'll put some out here but this is what Google provides:
(http://www.gagrandtour.com/2012Riders/WVOrwig.jpg)
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(http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g152/Dilliw/IMG00060-20110624-1919_zps1kiy1qmo.jpg)
With Bill
(http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g152/Dilliw/838bd408-b64d-4b71-bfaa-d7f7930b0afb_zpsvavq0k6w.jpg)
With Guzzi content
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5617/31327994552_488e9db92c_b.jpg)
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Thanks, George. Nice shots.
I did a quick search of my laptop files here in Atlanta and some on-line. No doubt there are many more and better ones at home, but these might give those you who do not know Wayne and Vicky an idea of that great couple.
The first two are from two different South'n Spine Raids (2014 & 2016) at Tellico Plains, Tenn., and Riders Hill at Dahlonega, Ga.
The last two are at their home in Dacula, Ga., last month when I picked up my EV. Wayne had it for a few weeks -- including curing a long-time oil leak that has been driving me nuts for (I'm serious :rolleyes:) years and installing some (spectacular) Chinesium conspicuity lights.
In those home pix, Vicky is not getting ready to kick Wayne :thewife:, but is about to show me her new pink slippers. :grin:
(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-RMjnwc5/0/L/i-RMjnwc5-L.jpg)
(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-73gsHcp/0/O/i-73gsHcp.jpg)
(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-3kWTCRn/0/L/i-3kWTCRn-L.jpg)
(https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-V8Fqb5h/0/L/i-V8Fqb5h-L.jpg)
What great folks the Orwigs are. Hope these photos give you some insight into the Orwigs we know and love.
Bill
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Thanks for the pics guys :thumb:
Dusty
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Thanks Bill. Seen photos of Wayne but never of Vicky.
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Not much new in the "news," but at least this is the most current I have.
Came in an email today from Bob Brewer, a longtime friend of the Orwigs. He has made three 200-mile roundtr=ips to visit them in past week including this yesterday, thus, even though he is a Goldwingster, we can forgive him!
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To all:
I went to the hospital to visit with Wayne and Vicki today.
I first went to see Vicki first, as I knew where her room was, and thought Wayne might be there also. I knew that Wayne had been moved to a different wing of the hospital and he was not in Vicki's room at that time. I said a few words of encouragement to her, telling her of so many people who were pulling for her.
I went to the information desk to get directions to Wayne's new room. It seems to be a longer walk than I was informed about, but I guess I walk slower than I used to.
Without too much confusion, I found his new room. Wayne was sitting up in his chair, and dressed in regular street clothes. He was looking much better. He explained that he felt better, and was in no pain. He was in a new room in the rehabilitation section of the hospital, and he had just finished lunch. After about 20 minutes of conversation, an orderly came to take him to Vicki's room.
I followed along, back to Vicki's room. We sat together, talking quietly for about an hour, and it was time for me to leave. As you would expect, Wayne's time with Vicki is very emotional for him.
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In short, Wayne is making quick, visible, physical progress. Vicki's progress is much slower, and not so visible. However her vital signs are stable, and she continues to breathe on her own. As I understand things, this is a good sign.
Please keep Wayne, Vicki, and Amy in your thoughts and prayers.
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Bill
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What great folks the Orwigs are.
Bill
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Haven't read all these pages, but do they know who was driving the car and have they been ticketed for causing the accident?
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Yes, she went to jail on 2 counts. DUI and drugs.
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I thought I saw Wayne posting on the thread. Those of you that have contact with him, might want to advise him to follow through with the Prosecutor's Office handling the case. The 2 charges that the driver was arrested for doesn't cover the physical damages that happen to him and Vicky. He needs to give input so that additional charges are put in. DUI and drug charges don't cover Wayne's and Vicky. Wayne needs to stay on to of the Prosecutor's Office. The driver that caused the accident needs to do some prison time on top of the DUI/drug charges.
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I thought I saw Wayne posting on the thread. Those of you that have contact with him, might want to advise him to follow through with the Prosecutor's Office handling the case. The 2 charges that the driver was arrested for doesn't cover the physical damages that happen to him and Vicky. He needs to give input so that additional charges are put in. DUI and drug charges don't cover Wayne's and Vicky. Wayne needs to stay on to of the Prosecutor's Office. The driver that caused the accident needs to do some prison time on top of the DUI/drug charges.
Thanks, Tom.
It is my understanding from Wayne that the Barrow County DA and LEO folks are -- as they should, of course -- taking this VERY seriously. By that I mean they appreciate what has happened in all its facets and will pursue the case vigorously.
Bill
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When I read about the perpetrator of all this misery my first thoughts are not fit to publish here or anywhere, but what good will it do Wayne and Vicky?
Again, I check this site morning and night for better news. Please keep us posted, those of you who visit the hospital or talk to someone who has been there.
The best end to all of this is that they both recover and rebound to at least the shape they were in before the crash and , this coming from someone who despises most (not you Bill or the other Bill :wink:) lawyers and hates the ambulance chaser types, they get enough of a settlement to make life a little easier. Maybe even retire and spend more time in the mountains they love.
Oh, and a thought that many of you already have had. This could have happened had they been in their Mustang, Miata, my pickup or even in a MARTA bus.
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I thought I saw Wayne posting on the thread.
Yes I did post a bit a while back. I haven't posted more, as I have been busy with therapy, and visiting the ICU at every chance. Plus my mind is simply elsewhere.
The biggest concern is Vicky in the ICU. Vicky is in a coma and is stable, and that is about all they are saying. With this type on injury, it is a wait and see thing. So we wait. Vicky and I have been together for 43 years, so waiting is a hard thing to do.
I have a plate on my left wrist, a plate on the front of my pelvis, and a bolt in the back of the pelvis. I will likely be released very soon, so the insurance company doesn't need to pay hospital rates for me. But with only one working leg and one arm, it will be a problem getting around for the next month.
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Best wishes and Aloha from Hawaii.
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Thoughts and prayers heading toward Vicky and Wayne.
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Don't know how to type what I want to say. So..
I hope you have some close family and friends to help you through this and your recovery.
Best wishes and quick recovery to Vicky!!!!! And those friends that helped you will help her too!!
Tom
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http://www.russbrown.com/
I've used these lawyers two times after getting hit and have been pleased. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
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So Wayne, once you are released are there people that can stay with you and help you with the everyday things?
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When I read about the perpetrator of all this misery my first thoughts are not fit to publish here or anywhere, but what good will it do Wayne and Vicky?
My thoughts, too, Muley. Hopefully, someone will be able to help Wayne through this until he gets the use of an arm and leg back. Vicky? All he and we can do is hope.
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Well, by now Wayne is out. Was waiting for his equipment to show up then home, maybe. He couldn't be by Vick's side while being checked out and had to be in his room. Amy has it all covered for he weekend. But he can't drive yet, I offered my service, forgot to tell him about the wheelchair bath & shower we had put in here for our old age.
He only has one thing on his mind, Vicky.
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He only has one thing on his mind, Vicky.
Understandable of course, but meanwhile someone has to look after and worry about him. Looks like you are stepping up for a fair bit of that guzzisteve, and that's great.
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I think Wayne has a plan, I'm just in case all else fails. Plenty here are helping out.
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he is home as of late last night. the garage is re-arranged and the EV is in the back on a charger. Amy is home for the weekend to assist and as always Wayne will be resourceful. that being said, dropping off some home made food would be a great idea. a call first would be advised because any time he can get a ride to the hospital to visit Vicky he will go. (Hint)
if you have a mower with leaf mulcher blades and feel ambitious his yard needs to be done. I haven't owned one of those miserable things for years or I would do it.
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he is home as of late last night. the garage is re-arranged and the EV is in the back on a charger. Amy is home for the weekend to assist and as always Wayne will be resourceful. that being said, dropping off some home made food would be a great idea. a call first would be advised because any time he can get a ride to the hospital to visit Vicky he will go. (Hint)
if you have a mower with leaf mulcher blades and feel ambitious his yard needs to be done. I haven't owned one of those miserable things for years or I would do it.
I have sent your name to the Holy See to begin the beatification process. May take awhile, but you are a shoe-in to become St. Vagrant!
I am only partially teasing, Steve.
Readers here are aware of only the tip of the iceberg of what you and dillw have done. And, guzzisteve, guzziknight, pike, and others there have cheered Wayne and family by visiting and doing other tasks.
We return to Virginia tomorrow, but will see about stopping by Hog Mountain (or hospital, as appropriate) to say good-bye and deliver something per your guidance.
Bill & Kathi
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St. Vagrant help rearrange the garage so I can now get in and out of the house. The insurance company did their best to make the hospital eviction a nightmare.
My brain is still trying to catch up with everything. It hs been two weeks now, but my mind feels like only 2 days.
Now to work on good plans to get back to the ICU to visit Vicky as often as I can. Nobody has a clue what the future will be, so we all just keep hoping for the best.
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Wayne,
Anything I say will be inadequate because waiting is a dilemma none of us tolerates very well. So my advice is to keep your faith and lean on your family and friends as much as possible. If there’s anything I can do you just have to ask.
Dean
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Wayne, here's wishing you and Vicky a very special Christmas miracle.
Praying for you both.
Tom
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Wayne -
Prayers / Best Wishes / Get-Well-Soon.....and for speedy and full recovery for Vicky..... sent from northern AZ....
JJ Cerilli
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bump..
Thanks for the reminder.
Kathi and I stopped by Wayne's home yesterday morning on the way back home to Virginia.
We worried we'd wake up him or daughter Amy, but they were getting ready to return to hospital to visit Vicky.
We did a quick grocery run for them before showing up, and Kathi did the only work -- I talk lots, but shy away from sweat of any kind :wink: -- by sweeping leaves off their front porch and steps.
BTW, a local friend has a landscaping business and will do the yard work Vagrant/Steve mentioned in an earlier post in this thread.
Wayne looked fine and is considering a temp move into a friend's home in Buford area, i.e., much closer to the hospital.
George/dillw and his much better half Kim have been with the Orwigs all day today and may have a more substantive update when they return home to S.C.
Bill
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Thanks for the update, Bill..
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Thanks for the latest
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Just want to say thank you to everyone who is keeping the rest of us updated on Wayne and Vicki. I have been following fairly closely and I do post updates on my facebook page for those that aren't on the discussion board. Even some of my friends who don't even know Wayne and Vicki are sending prayers for strength, love and support to our 2 dear friends. Also, someone has posted the donation link on facebook.
Someone please keep us informed. I think it's too much to expect Wayne to take time to do this. He has way too many other matters to deal with.�
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Now that I have been evicted from the hospital, I have less free time than I did before.
Traveling to and from the ICU to visit Vicky is a problem and consumes much of my day. And they want to have people randomly pop in at the house for therapy, which is aggravating.
I am getting a lot of offers to help from everywhere, thanks to you all for that. I'm having trouble getting my head wrapped around scheduling everything that I need done, and at the same time getting to the ICU. For years I have had my wife to help me remember my personal appointments, and now I need to start relying more heavily on the electronics boxes that I carry around for that.
Again, I want to thank everyone for the thoughts and prayers. Keep the good thoughts heading towards Vicky for us.
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You can't imagine how badly we feel for you, Wayne. Wishing you the best.
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You can't imagine how badly we feel for you, Wayne. Wishing you the best.
well said Chuck. I check for updates several times a day, I imagine most of us do, hoping for good news.
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Hang in there Wayne.......everybo dy here, and many other places, are pulling for you and Vicky to beat this.
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Ouf! I finally get back into the club and read this! :sad:
My sympathies extend to you both, Wayne and Vicky.
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You are in my thoughts Wayne and Vicki.
Hoping for some good news soon.
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I just posted an update to the pinned link.
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What, and were, is the pinned link? Hopefully it's not facebook!
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Top of the page here.
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What post is the link in? I've searched this whole page and didn't find it.
When referencing a certain post, it seems like a good idea to include the post number. :-)
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What post is the link in? I've searched this whole page and didn't find it.
When referencing a certain post, it seems like a good idea to include the post number. :-)
http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=87359.0 (http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=87359.0)
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4:10 PM Dec 15 Here's the post from the other thread Vagrant is referencing:
"Vicky was transferred today to a long term care facility off I85 in Atlanta. near Druid hills I think. this will be a farther, harder trip to make for Wayne. his daughter can take him weekends but during the week he will have no way to get there. I leave in the am for 6 days in La. and when I get back I will only be here until just after Christmas. if your in the area he sure could use a ride to and from the facility. there is no way to describe how hard this is on him. they are very close. Unfortunately there has been no change. She is still in a coma and Saturday will be three weeks since the accident. I brought Wayne home after she got transferred. he is supposed to get a walker with special support for his arm. He really needs another lighter weight wheel chair that he can cram into the back of a Mustang or safely hang on a bicycle rack. as it stands he has to go up and or down a full flight of stairs on his butt backwards then somebody has to carry the wheel chair up or down. not easy."
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He really needs another lighter weight wheel chair that he can cram into the back of a Mustang or safely hang on a bicycle rack. as it stands he has to go up and or down a full flight of stairs on his butt backwards then somebody has to carry the wheel chair up or down. not easy."
This is no good. Is it feasible to move him downstairs for the duration? Is there a place down stairs where a bed could be set up and is there a downstairs bathroom?
Hoping for the best for Vicky.
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It's hard to get anything done for Wayne and Vicky up here in Virginia. My better half had an idea so she emailed the Gwinnett Coalition for Health & Human Services.
Here is what she found:
On Dec 16, 2016 9:58 AM, "Suzy Bus" <suzy@gwinnettcoalition.org> wrote:
Friends of Disabled Adults and Children may be able to help you with a wheel chair � 770 491 9014 call to make an appointment
Not too sure who to connect you to for him to be able to visit his wife � you may want to connect with the local Methodist Church and see if they have a Stephen Ministry � they might be able to provide the needed resources and help.
Suzy Bus
Helpline Director
Gwinnett Coalition for
Health & Human Services
750 S Perry Street, Ste 312
Lawrenceville GA 30046
Tel 770-995-3339
Dean
Does Wayne have any assistance other than his daughter on the weekend? Wonder if he or anyone has contacted his health insurance co to see if they can provide in-home assistance? Feel helpless here in Va trying to come up with help for him. My wife asked me how he's getting his meals,how he's bathing and what if he falls? There must be some type of help for people in his circumstance.
Praying for them both.
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Does Wayne have any assistance other than his daughter on the weekend? Wonder if he or anyone has contacted his health insurance co to see if they can provide in-home assistance? Feel helpless here in Va trying to come up with help for him. My wife asked me how he's getting his meals,how he's bathing and what if he falls? There must be some type of help for people in his circumstance.
Right now, I have been getting assistance during the week from Saint Vagrant, GuzziKnight, a long time motorcycle/work friend Roy Hoisington, and even Dilliw traveled down.
The up/down stairs thing is not much of an issue as everything is upstairs, nothing but the garage downstairs. I just need someone to carry the wheelchair down the stairs to get to a vehicle occasionally.
Right now, dealing with the appointments for multiple therapists, the Stelvio, the multiple insurance companies, never getting any time with Vicky's doctors, and now not getting to see Vicky very often, is rough.
My short term memory sucks, it always did. Vicky was always my personal assistant remembering appointments, etc. Now I need to make these electronic boxes that I have work for their existence. Trying to track the schedules that are starting to pile up. A couple of people mentioned keeping a journal, so in my spare time I poke things into my phone.
I struggle a bit getting around the house. No big deal. Vicky always did the groceries, so that will be a learning curve. Plus working with someone, likely Amy our daughter, to get those.
Yes, falling is a concern. They made it very clear that a fall can re-fracture my pelvis, which is a very bad thing.
But my #1 concern is 50 miles away in a long term care facility. I only hope that there is some improvement soon. Whatever you personally believe might help her, please send it her way.
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Maybe two wheel chairs. One kept upstairs at all times, one in garage..... Not sure if that is feasible though.
I depend upon my wife for much and I think she'd be in a much better position if I died first than if she did (or we ended up being out of the picture - long or short term). Funny how that happens over the years. I've seen my folks do it and to a greater degree her folks where the sum of the parts seems to be greater than the whole.
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When I needed help for my husband, the local VFW has lots of items I needed. If Wayne is a veteran, the local VFW has wheelchairs, walkers, hospital beds, etc. - all free for him to use. They might even have someone to drive him where he wants to go.
My late husband was partially paralyzed and when I needed to get him to a doctor, I called the VFW and they had 4 vets come over and help me get him into the car and also back in the house upon our return.
If Wayne is not eligible for VFW, there should be some other sort of vet association to help.
Still sending prayers for Wayne and Vicki.
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Some times you can rent things like wheel chairs when in need. :smiley:
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Right now, I have been getting assistance during the week from Saint Vagrant, GuzziKnight, a long time motorcycle/work friend Roy Hoisington, and even Dilliw traveled down.
This community is amazing!
The up/down stairs thing is not much of an issue as everything is upstairs, nothing but the garage downstairs. I just need someone to carry the wheelchair down the stairs to get to a vehicle occasionally.
Bouncing up and down stairs on a fractured pelvis and powering such maneuvers with a broken wrist strikes me as an issue.
My short term memory sucks, it always did. Vicky was always my personal assistant remembering appointments, etc. Now I need to make these electronic boxes that I have work for their existence. Trying to track the schedules that are starting to pile up. A couple of people mentioned keeping a journal, so in my spare time I poke things into my phone.
I'm not fortunate enough to have a significant other and I have trouble with this too. One thing I found helped a lot was to have a wall planner stuck up and I would put a red sticky dot on the planner to remind me to look at my diary for that day.
Yes, falling is a concern. They made it very clear that a fall can re-fracture my pelvis, which is a very bad thing.
Stairs! Danger Will Robertson!
But my #1 concern is 50 miles away in a long term care facility. I only hope that there is some improvement soon. Whatever you personally believe might help her, please send it her way.
Jeez Wayne, I can't imagine what that worry would be like. Still there is little you can do about it in practical terms other than to be there when you can. Look after yourself.
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Bouncing up and down stairs on a fractured pelvis and powering such maneuvers with a broken wrist strikes me as an issue.
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Stairs! Danger Will Robertson!
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The stairs actually are really a non-issue. The physical therapist worked with me at the hospital on stairs there, and also see it as a non-issue because of where the fracture is. As long as I don't put any weight on my right leg for a few more weeks. And moving my leg around a lot is actually good exercise. Just no weight up through the leg.
I am working on getting the correct type of walker to get around needing someone to carry the wheelchair up and down.
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Wayne.. my short term memory *was* getting worse until the operation. After the gas passer got through with me, (six hours of anesthesia) it's now almost non existent. Supposedly, it will get better with time. I've been doing a journal on the computer since I retired in '92, so I know what happened every day, but without it most of what has happened since March especially would be in the fog. I think it would help you..
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On the stairs I can verify that his technique, while unconventional, works just fine. He is obeying the command to not put any weight on the entire leg but he has no problem bending it at the knee.
On the suggestion that he keep a journal, well that one was given to him repeatedly last Monday. He has his MS Surface with him so hopefully that is happening.
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I've been doing a journal on the computer since I retired in '92, so I know what happened every day, but without it most of what has happened since March especially would be in the fog. I think it would help you..
Yes, Dilliw and other mentioned a journal. I started one synced between my PC and phone. It is helping me track all of the phone calls and emails. The two weeks after the accident faded quickly because I was so busy.
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If it isn't a motorized chair, wouldn't s second chair be an answer? Keep one on the 2nd floor, and one at the garage.
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If it isn't a motorized chair, wouldn't s second chair be an answer? Keep one on the 2nd floor, and one at the garage.
Yes! But Mr. Foggy Brain wants a walker with an armrest so it will fold into cars. It will be so...
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Wayne,
All the best to you and Vicky. Many of us can only imagine the heartache you are going thru but you two are in my mind and prayers as well as all the other readers here. May your days get brighter soon!!!!
Regards,
JU
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Still no news to report on Vicky. Just stable.
I had my first DR visit. Got all of the stitches and staples out. They decided that my wrist needs to be in a cast, even with the hardware in there.
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So, are they giving any prognosis on Vicky?
Nice hardware, btw..
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So, are they giving any prognosis on Vicky?
Nice hardware, btw..
No. That is the hardest part, just waiting. And now I have little access to her.
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Man.. I feel for you..
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Am glad you are getting back a bit more.
Have been keeping Vicky in our thoughts and prayers.
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I appreciate you taking time from your daily struggle to keep us posted.
I am so sorry to hear there is no change in Vicky's status. We can only imagine what you are going thru Wayne.
We continue to keep you and Vicky in our prayers.
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Wayne.
I can't imagine how you must feel on this holiday weekend; but wanted you to know that we've not forgotten about you and Vicki. You are both in our prayers daily, and our thoughts throughout the day.
Am not going to wish you a "merry" Christmas, but will instead pray you have a miraculous one and that God grants you both comfort and healing. May God bless you both.
Very well said. Reflecting the thoughts, feelings, and actions of the multitude out here. God bless and strengthen you Wayne.
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Do keep up the Christmas spirit. We're wishing you a merry one and sending Vicky all the best.
Glad the fund transfers don't have service fees, otherwise we'd be funding PayPal sending $ back and forth :thumb: Thanks.
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I have only met one or two on this forum but feel a kinship and enjoy reading posts both motorcycle and personal. My wife was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer 15 months ago so I know what it means to have the support and care from family and friends. No matter your religious beliefs the power of prayer is mighty, so thoughts and prayers for a full recovery for you both.
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Wishing you both the best on this Christmas Day. Prayers for your recovery.
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Wishing you both the best on this Christmas Day. Prayers for your recovery.
Yep, same here.
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I have only met one or two on this forum but feel a kinship and enjoy reading posts both motorcycle and personal. My wife was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer 15 months ago so I know what it means to have the support and care from family and friends. No matter your religious beliefs the power of prayer is mighty, so thoughts and prayers for a full recovery for you both.
I agree , no matter what anyone says , there is strength in cooperative efforts .
Mitakuye Oyasin
Dusty
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Another week, and still nothing new to report.
Our daughter Amy put together a small Christmas meal. I tried my hand at some cooking. I need a lot more practice.
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Hang in there Wayne. Developing cooking skills is a worthwhile endeavor and could be useful in the near future. Fruits and fresh veggies are the best things on the road to recovery. Lots of vitamins and elements the body needs. Just know that if it come out of a box its not cooking.
In a situation like yours its easy to fall in the junk food trap out of convenience so beware.
Prayers for Vicky and hopes to see you two during the next Rally season.
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Wayne,
I have been following this thread but can't recall if this has been suggested or not. Is there a particular scent that might have significants in Vicky's life that you could bring to her when you visit.
God bless you both.
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Cindy had an idea that might be helpful. How about a crockpot?
You just put the fixings in it and walk away, put it on the low setting in the morning and at dinnertime you have a meal ready. There is a cookbook called Fix-It and Forget-It five ingredient recipes.
Dean
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It is now official. The year 2016 is the worse year of my life.
Vicky got a high fever today, and her heart could no longer take the strain.
My best friend of 43 years is gone.
I hope that she is at piece now. :cry:
Sad days ahead.
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Lisa and I are very saddened by this and can't begin to imagine the depth of your loss. Vicky was golden and beautiful.
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Wayne,
I am so sorry to hear about Vicky. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Randy
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No words :cry:
Dusty
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Wayne, I am so sorry. My sincere condolences to you, and your family.
a very sad day indeed. :cry:
Rick.
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Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear this. I pray you will find peace and comfort in the hard days ahead with all your Guzzi family praying or sending positive thoughts your way.
Georganne
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Wayne,
I am so sorry to hear about Vicky. We were all praying for a different outcome. I hope you can find strength in your family and friends.
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Wayne, I can't express how saddened I am to hear of Vicky's passing. Please, let us know if there is anything we can do to help you and your family through this difficult time. Some of us might be far away, but our thoughts are with you.
Shaun
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Oh my God, Wayne, I feel so sorry for you now. At least she doesn't have to suffer any more. :lipsrsealed: So many good people pass this time of year. :sad:
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It is now official. The year 2016 is the worse year of my life.
Vicky got a high fever today, and her heart could no longer take the strain.
My best friend of 43 years is gone.
I hope that she is at piece now. :cry:
Sad days ahead.
Wayne, Jan and I are truly sorry for your loss.
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All of us who have been following and pulling for her share a small piece of your pain now. May you find the peace and strength to soldier on Wayne. You have a community of caring friends here who support you.
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Aw SH*T! (I'm sorry, initial reaction)
It was always a possibility I suppose, but we were all so hoping.
What can I say? I have a small tear.
This.
All of us who have been following and pulling for her share a small piece of your pain now. May you find the peace and strength to soldier on Wayne. You have a community of caring friends here who support you.
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Words can probably never express how hard that must be; I am so sorry for your loss
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I wish you strength and healing...
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Wayne, I am so sorry for your loss, the world is a lesser place with Vicky gone.
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Wayne,
We know of no couple who had such mutual love and obvious affection as did Vicky and you. It was always endearing to see you and her interact. Vicky's light-hearted teasing of you and others brightened every gathering. To be around the two of you was cheering, indeed, even inspiring as to how a marriage should and could be.
I have to say that my most enduring memory of Vicky -- and it happened several times! -- was when I, riding solo, tried to keep up with you and Vicky while you towed a trailer.
As you pulled away in curves and on straights and it was clear that there was no hope of my catching you until the next stop, Vicky would turn around and wave good-bye. Couldn't see her face in her full-faced helmet, but I know she was laughing.
We were all blessed to have known her, and you, especially, for having married her.
Vicky will always be with us ... and, more importantly, with you.
Requiescat in pace et in amore.
Bill & Kathi
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Wayne,
Like so many others, I am terribly saddened to hear the news about Vicky. Though I never met either of you in person, I have certainly read much about and from you over the years.
We are all less for her loss.
Godspeed to Vicky.
My peace to you.
Best,
Carlo
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I can say nothing meaningful.
Jude and I send our love and sympathy.
Stay strong.
Pete
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Wayne, I am so sorry to hear that. For some reason I was confident that all would turn out ok, and now this! You must be devastated. I wish you and your daughter strength and courage in the weeks and months ahead.
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Damn. So sorry. Bruce
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Wayne, my deepest condolences.
Please stay strong.
Phang
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So very sorry for your loss. A lot of your friends here, those you know and those you don't know in person, are pulling for you.
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To Wayne, family and friends...Hope you find peace...
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It is now official. The year 2016 is the worse year of my life.
Vicky got a high fever today, and her heart could no longer take the strain.
My best friend of 43 years is gone.
I hope that she is at piece now. :cry:
Sad days ahead.
Thoughts and prayers are with you Wayne.
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Oh my God, I am so sorry. All I can do is wish you peace. I can't get my own heart around this.
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Wayne, my deepest condolences to you and your family.
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I am so sorry to hear. All I can say is that I have lived through the same hell but there is life after and can even be a good life but there will always be a hole in the heart.
For those of you close to Wayne, the real need for support for Wayne starts in a couple weeks after things settle down and it has all sunk in.
GliderJohn
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I am so very sorry for your loss Wayne. Though we have never met in person, I feel like I know you through this wonderful community we have here.
We are here for you, just all you have to do is ask.
God speed, Vicki
--Mark
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Wayne, This is such sad news......
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Sincere regrets, Wayne...I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Godspeed, Vicky...
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The warmest of feelings to the saddest of hearts. God bless her and you too Wayne.
Ted
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I am very sorry to hear this news. God bless you and the family.
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Wayne,sorry for your loss.
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Wayne,
I'm so sorry to hear of Vicky's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Nick
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Wayne, sorry for your loss
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Wayne -
I am very, very sorry to hear this sad news and learn of your loss....Godspeed Vicki...and Rest-In-Peace.... :cry: :sad:
JJ Cerilli
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Such horrible news. I'm sure all that was possible was done for her.
Wishing you the best moving ahead. We all realize it won't ever be the same but all the best for you and your family.
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The worst of news this morning Wayne. You know that you are in our hearts today.
George and Kim.
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Wayne, I'm so sorry to hear this news. My sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. :cry: :cry: :cry:
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Wayne, very sorry for your loss.
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Sad news indeed. Condolences.o
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Words fail, but know that our hearts are with you.
The Brothers Sokohl.
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Wayne, our most sincere condolences to you and your family. Praying for you as you continue to heal physically, but especially as you heal emotionally from this added blow.
No doubt that will be the longer and more painful process.
Genuinely,
John and Marylou Wells
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A tragic loss - my sincere condolences Wayne.
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My sincerest condolences Wayne. I will always have a lasting memory of you both chasing you down the Ohio backroads. Godspeed.
Pete
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Oh wow. So sorry. :sad:
-AJ
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My sincerest condolences.
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So very sorry to hear about this Wayne, please accept my condolences for this sad end. jb
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I am saddened by your loss. Prayers for you and your family
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I've got no words. So sorry... :cry:
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my heartfelt condolences to you and your family -
Mark
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I'm very sorry to read of this news, Wayne, for you and both sides of your family. Take care of yourself.
Steve.
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I can't express my sadness anymore than what has been said.
It seemed that every rally that we were attending Vicky would come over to where I was sitting and we would have a chat.
I will miss that.
Dean
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(http://thumb.ibb.co/kTEC6F/DSCN0049.jpg) (http://ibb.co/kTEC6F)
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I am very sad to learn of your loss. My condolences to you and your family.
John
(Moto)
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Wayne, I'm speechless.
Very, very sorry for your loss.
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This is such sad news. Very sorry to hear of the loss of your best friend.
Jeff
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No Words to express my heartfelt expression of sorrow at the loss of your soulmate Wayne.
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Wayne,
Our most sincere condolences, I have no words to help with the feeling of loss that you have right now however, please know that we, as your extended family are right there with you.
Please pass on our prayers to Vicky's family for us.
In peace,
Rob & Sue
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So sorry to hear of your loss, condolences and prayers to you. :sad:
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A few photo of my friend/wife.
March 2016. I talked her into going with me on a business trip to Boca Raton. This photo is in St. Augustine Florida. She thought she would hate going with me on business, but it turned out that she had a relaxing week.
(http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee208/worwig/publicshare/20160415_184358%20y.jpg) (http://s235.photobucket.com/user/worwig/media/publicshare/20160415_184358%20y.jpg.html)
July, 2014. Glacier National Park, Montana.
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She was a constant riding companion. This was taken near Blood Mountain Georgia.
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This is near Athens Georgia. That is her "you really ran out of gasoline AGAIN" look.
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I guess I will need to clean my own bikes now:
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Wayne.....so deeply sorry for your loss. :sad: :sad: :sad:
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So sorry, Wayne. Of course we were all hoping for a miracle.. and it didn't happen.
No matter how badly you feel, you *will* come through this. It takes time.
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Wonderful pictures Wayne, and thanks for posting them. My mental picture will always be Vicky kicked back in a chair at a rally, chatting with fellow Guzzisti ....
Lannis
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sincere condolences
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Wayne, I think you've had more good times than most. Cherish those memories.
Rich A
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so very sorry, Wayne.
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All i can say is, not much more then what has all ready been said.
I have no idea of how it feels to loose someone so close.
pray for comfort and peace for you in the coming weeks and months Wayne
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May God Bless Vicky and help her on her way.
God Bless you to Wayne! Prayers and kind thoughts sent your way.
Dave
Galveston
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My condolences, Wayne.
So sorry for your loss.
Per
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Those wonderful memories will be helpful. Sounds like you two were very good friends.
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So sorry. It looks like you made some great memories together. Cherish those.
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I cannot even imagine. Rest In Peace. Speechless in Missouri.
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Very sorry for your loss Wayne, I truly thought Vicky would beat the injuries and be back. Your Soulmate never leaves as long as the memories stay in your heart.
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I have nothing to add, other than that I am glad to have had the chance to meet her, however briefly and peripherally, and I cannot imagine what you are going through.
If there is anything we can do, you have only to ask.
Take care,
C
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So sorry for your loss, Wayne.
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My sincerest condolences. Stay strong.
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Like so many others, even with not having met you, I cried a little for your loss. It sucks, but please feel the love and get through the hard times
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My condolences Wayne - all through the thread I said nothing because I didn't know what to say. RIP Vicky. I know that the Guzzi family will gather around you and help in any way they can - thats the sort of people they are.
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I am so very sorry to hear this. My deepest and most sincere condolences Wayne.
John
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Very sorry for your loss, Wayne.
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I am at a loss for words. You have our sincerest condolences. Vicky will not be forgotten in our memories and prayers. Godspeed Vicky.
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Everyone else said it. I've got nothing clever to add. (awkwardly kicks a rock). I'll fire a pipe for you both. Geez.
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Sorry for your loss, Wayne.
Big hug for you from across the miles.
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Very sorry to hear of your loss Wayne. I hope that eventually you will find your bliss again. Having never met you or Vicky, there's not much I can offer you personally, but having read pieces of your lives over the years I am certain that you both were blessed with each other. It's abundantly apparent that yours has been a very happy and contented life, certainly a thing to treasure and reflect upon as you go forward in your journey. What a wonder to have those memories.
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My condolences and Aloha from Kona, Hawaii.
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Wayne,
So shocked & saddened to hear of your loss. It had seemed she was on a slow road to recovery but getting there.
Cherish and hold on to the memories, that is where she will live on.
Be strong but know that there are many here who will gladly talk with you & share your burden when you need it.
Looking forward to seeing you again at the SSR in September.
Tim
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I've been following your story... and I'm so sorry it came down to this. :(
I'd just found out a friend and previous co-worker of mine died in a car accident, and then I found out about Vicky. :'(
Needless to say I'm shedding a few tears for your Vicky and my friend Ed while I'm out here in Germany.
My deepest condolences,
Joe
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So sorry to hear of your loss
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Deepest condolences for your loss...that really sucks to hear the bad news. May each day forward bring you a little bit more peace and healing.
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This is truly heartbreaking news. Vicky will be missed by so many. I had many wonderful conversations with her at
rallies.
I know what you are going thru Wayne and no words will ease your sorrow. I pray that God will give you strength to
help you thru this devastating time. She was a wonderful lady. This is a sad day for all that were lucky enough to have
met her. She has taken a piece of my heart with her. My condolences to you and your families.
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So very sorry for your loss Wayne. My deepest condolences.
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Wayne...
Having recently gone through this, I know what you face - now and in the days to come. Always remember there are those who are there for you, including many who you don't realize or even know.
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That is such sad news. I know everyone was hoping for a different outcome. Be strong and think about the good times you had with Vicky.
Peace,
Craig
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If this is any indication of the fellowship of the Guzzi family I don't know what is. What a family.
Condolences :cry:
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I'm very saddened to read of this - I obviously don't know
Wayne and Vicky, only of them from here but it was easy to
sense they had some thing special.
I wish you the best Wayne, my heart aches for you and yours.
Maurie.
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Sorry to read this.Our condolences to Wayne and family and to all of you who knew her.
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So sorry to hear of your wife's passing. Thoughts I and prayers to you, Wayne, and your family.
Dan
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Wayne, sorry for your loss. Condolences to you, your family and friends.
RIP, Vicky.
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Wayne...
... Always remember there are those who are there for you, including many who you don't realize or even know.
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No!
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I am so very sorry. My deepest condolences. :cry:
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Wayne, I'm so sorry for your loss, I am truly heartbroken for your pain.
Kelly
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Wayne, we do not know each other, but I have been following this thread and am very sorry for your loss.
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What sadness, what sorrow. All our thoughts are with you.
Beerman
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:cry: Wayne, I am sorry to hear for your loss. I cannot imagine what you and your family must be going through, but hang in there m8... hang in there...
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My heartfelt condolences.
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My deepest condolences.
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Condolences
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A double whammy today as I just returned from Georgannes moms funeral. The very best to you thru your tough struggles.
Tex
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Not the news we wanted, indeed 2016 has been a real kick in the pants. Sorry for your loss. :cry:
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So sorry to hear that Wayne. My sincere condolences to you and family. I am glad I got to meet her, she was such a warm and nice person.
May she rest in peace.
Manfredo
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Wayne,
Very sorry to hear of your loss.
Michael
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So very sorry for your loss Wayne. My deepest condolences
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Wayne-
Like so many others, I'm saddened to learn of your loss. I can't say that I pray much, except for a time like this. You'll never know just how many folks truly wish they could lift you up from such a devastating weight. Peace in time.
Scott
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Wayne,
I'm sorry sorry to here of Vicky's passing.
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I will keep you in my prayers.
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Godspeed Vicky Orwig, Rest In Peace.
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A few tears tonight in our house. Cheryl and I are so sorry for your loss.
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Wayne, thank you for sharing pictures of Vicky with us. She's a beautiful person.
Beaver
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Wayne,
Our deepest sympathies.
-KBuck
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So sorry to hear, Wayne. Geez, can't imagine.
Wishing good thoughts.
JB
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Blessed be Wayne. My heart goes out to you. The MGNOC community weeps.
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So sorry for your loss, this has been the first thread I've looked for every day and prayed for her recovery. Still praying for you.
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Condolences from the underside of the world. I think we met at least one of the Nationals.
-kiwi dave
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My condolences for your loss. Wayne.
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So sad to hear about this. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
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I pray that GOD wraps HIS loving and comforting arms around you to bring you comfort, peace and understanding at this unimaginable sad time in your life.
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I just heard about Vicky on Badweatherbikers. My most sincere condolences.
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The outpouring of sympathy here for Wayne is a telling and touching statement of how Wayne is a pivotal part of Guzzidom.
Last night, the day after he lost Vicky, he sent an email around to Georgia Guzzisti that is so representative of why he is beloved. When he might understandably have simply forgotten or set aside any responsibilities of his local leadership, he was, instead, worried about others and the monthly supper meeting:
"As many of you know, in late November, Vicky and I were hit by a DUI driver. Vicky was in a coma for the past month. Sadly, last night, she passed away. I am confined to a wheelchair for a few more weeks.
Needless to say, I will not be planning our monthly gatherings for a while. If anyone would like to have a gathering, let me know what you want to do, and I will broadcast it."
Wayne has a lot on his plate just now, but he continues to think of others.
Bill
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Very sorry Wayne.
Cam
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My condolences Wayne. Wishing you strength and happiness in days to come.
Bill
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So very sorry for your loss Wayne.
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So very sorry to read that Vicky has passed. Wayne ,you have our sincerest sympathy
Steve & Helen in MKE
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Very sorry for your loss Wayne.
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So sorry.
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Sincere condolences to Wayne, Family and friends at this time.
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Very sorry , Prayers to Wayne and his family.
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So sorry to hear this, my deepest sympathies.
Lauri
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Very sad to read. Sorry Wayne.
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I have no words to make things right.
Prayers and condolences.
kjf & family.
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While I never have met the Orwigs, I feel via this wonderful forum that I have known Wayne for many years and have always enjoyed reading his posts. I am very sad to hear about their accident and will monitor this forum to keep in touch with their situation. What terrible news.
Ralph
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So, so sorry. Our prayers are with you, Wayne.
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So deeply sorry for your loss.
Gian4
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As all the others who have posted, so sorry for your loss and heartfelt condolences....Jack .
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Wayne, I was reading a fb post from a friend of mine, who's brother had recently passed,,, included in the comments were these words on grief from a wise old man, I found them very comforting,,, and immediately thought of you,,, I hope in time, they bring you and your family some comfort as well
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please take care
Kelly
ps, Luap, I apologize for the size of the graphic, hopefully it goes through ok, and doesn't crash your server
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We've never met. We'll likely never meet. I followed the events as they unfolded. I imagined myself in your circumstances. I hoped that things would work out for you and I'm genuinely saddened by your wife's death. But I'm also amazed and encouraged by what I've seen here. You and your wife have clearly enriched many people's lives and that doesn't just disappear.
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We've never met. We'll likely never meet. I followed the events as they unfolded. I imagined myself in your circumstances. I hoped that things would work out for you and I'm genuinely saddened by your wife's death. But I'm also amazed and encouraged by what I've seen here. You and your wife have clearly enriched many people's lives and that doesn't just disappear.
How I feel, but said better than I could.
Ralph
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Wayne, please take care of yourself during this time when you grieve and adjust. It is harder on you than you think so I ask you to be careful and do what's right for yourself. You have lots of friends here so don't hesitate to ask if you need something . Best Regards, John
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It is now official. The year 2016 is the worse year of my life.
Vicky got a high fever today, and her heart could no longer take the strain.
My best friend of 43 years is gone.
I hope that she is at piece now. :cry:
Sad days ahead.
Well that's a really sad year. Kept checking in to hear the good news and keeping my fingers crossed.
I'm sure she is smiling down on you.
Take care.
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Some may recall a little blurb I posted back when Iron Mike passed titled "the people that touch our lives". Although I could re-post with edit, I'm not certain that would be appropriate. Maybe, maybe not.
Wayne, if you read that at the time, please know that Vicky is included in those heartfelt words. No words can make it right, but Jan and I are both grieving for you. Vicky was a wonderful lady. She, and you for that matter, have touched a lot of lives! She will be missed.
Although some may have overlooked other replies, I have picked up on others here, who have dealt with terrible things briefly mentioned. To those people that have chosen to keep things private, I sincerely hope you are all getting through it and making peace with it.
John Henry
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Wayne,
Found an old shot of the Georgia rain rally at TWO. Good times.
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So very sorry to hear about Vicky's passing. Surround yourself with friends and loved ones.
I lost my wife of 34 years in 2015. Time does heal all wounds, but the memories will remain. God bless.
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Wayne,
Mary and I am very saddened by your loss. Vicky was a very special and sweet person.
Grant
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When, where is going to be the funeral or memorial service for Vicky? Please let is know what we can do tp help in any wat. Thank you Maggie
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I'm so sorry to read this, My Prayers for you Wayne. :cry:
Bikeridertim
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I'm sorry for your loss Wayne. I hope the memories help your healing process.
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I'm sorry for your loss. Please keep reaching out to physical and virtual friends and family for support.
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When, where is going to be the funeral or memorial service for Vicky? Please let is know what we can do tp help in any wat. Thank you Maggie
Vicky had a brother in-law pass just a few months back. We talked about it then, and I am following that thought.
http://www.flaniganfuneralhome.com/obituary.aspx?ObitID=2928
Hard to type anything........... ................ :cry:
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Wayne...my sincere condolences on the passing of Vickie...all the best to you to carry on.
Billy
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Wayne, that is a wonderful idea. Message sent.
Anyways, keep the faith. Vicky could not have found a more fitting husband to experience
life's beauty ..
And if I may say, I will miss her little smile and that wonderful head of hair.
Somehow, strength to you Wayne, and Lisa sends her love and support.
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I never met either of you but I'm deeply sorry for your loss, stay strong
Gino (Scotland)
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I never met either of you but I'm deeply sorry for your loss, stay strong
Gino (Scotland)
:1: Like Gino I have never met you, yet like many I grieve for you. I hope you find solace in the knowledge that Vicky's spirit is alive and far reaching.
Words are frustratingly inadequate.
Joe
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Shocked. Saddened.
I'm sorry for your loss.
Tom
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Wayne, like many here, I've never met you. I'm deeply sorry for your loss. When my Bev died, I still had a full time job and dealt with the pain by throwing myself into work. Now that I'm retired, I don't know how I'd function without Gail. Take care of yourself. Focus on something meaningful. Our thoughts are with you.
Hope to meet you someday.
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I signed the guest book and a confirmation showed up that my message was sent but I still don't see it in the guest book. Maybe it doesn't post automatically.
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I dug up a couple of awards that Vicky got at the Blue Ridge rally over the years.
The one on the left I SWEAR is hers, not mine. :grin: Well, maybe some of it was me.
The one on the right is for her having to put up with me for all of these years, whatever they meant by that. :embarrassed:
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I am very sorry for your loss, I can only guess how special Vicky was to you and the Guzzi community by all the love and concern posted on this site. I wish you well.
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Wonderful awards Wayne. It's so great that Vicky shared your love for motorcycling, traveling, camping, etc. Having a spouse that enjoys something that you love so much makes the adventure even greater.
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By now, most of us have learned that *time* is our most valuable commodity. Unlike days of old, there's not a passbook with neat little figures written by the teller behind the window in the bank telling us how much we have left. Nobody on this earth knows how much we have left. Vicky ran out before her time was up by our measure.
Love Vicky for who she was, what she did, and realize that her time ran out. It will happen to all of us. Hopefully, we will be loved and missed as much as she is..
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By now, most of us have learned that *time* is our most valuable commodity. Unlike days of old, there's not a passbook with neat little figures written by the teller behind the window in the bank telling us how much we have left. Nobody on this earth knows how much we have left. Vicky ran out before her time was up by our measure.
Love Vicky for who she was, what she did, and realize that her time ran out. It will happen to all of us. Hopefully, we will be loved and missed as much as she is..
Well said Chuck .
And to you Wayne , it seems you have lots of friends here , you seem to be leaning on the group and allowing the healing process to begin :bow: Thanks for sharing memories of Vicky and of your life together , what a wonderful gift to give to your friends :thumb:
Dusty
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I also have followed this and wasn't sure how to respond only to say that I am so sorry for your loss. I have only met a couple people on this forum but have found a close knit family on here. Wayne, i pray for your speedy recovery both physically and emotionally.
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Wayne, I just saw this sad and terrible news. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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Those are fantastic awards.
We in MA. group are so sorry for your loss.
Peace
Tom
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I'm struck with grief for you as I can't imagine losing my wife, together only half the time you were with Vicky. I believe in Christ, and trust His promises. Today I spoke to Him on your behalf. Stay strong brother, sincere blessings to you.
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Just so sorry, Wayne. We're here for you.
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Wayne,
I am so sorry to hear this I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
David.
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Last year Vicky and I entered a "Tour Of Georgia" ride.
Today she get her completion certificate for riding with me all of those miles.
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Another great memory!
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Bitter-sweet timing
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Another great memory!
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Sometimes we could even keep them in sight :)
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Sucks not being able to create new memories. But to have had those experiences and being able to relive those; priceless. Many, probably most of us, can not attend the funeral but we'll be there in spirit.
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Condolances from Norway. My thoughts are with you in this hard times! Regards Audun Tveito
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I finally went back to the doc yesterday. He said he didn't want me to walk yet. I told him I was going to walk anyway. He came back to the room a little later and told my I could walk. :rolleyes:
Pretty hard to do since I haven't used my legs in 6 weeks or so, but there is no pain. I just feel instable.
They cut off my arm cast. Moving my wrist and arm does hurt. I need to practice holding a set of handlebars to get that wrist working in the right orientation again.
I want to thank everyone again for the contributions and good thoughts. The bills are still being passed around the insurance companies, so I'm clueless on what this will cost me in the end. The woman that hit us had very poor coverage, and it was quickly exceeded. So I am still waiting to see what my part of the damages are going to be.
This was Vicky a couple of years back with her "are you really out of gasoline AGAIN" look.
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There are hundreds of us pulling for you, Wayne. Glad to see you're well enough to argue with the doctors, and VERY glad to see you're still hanging out with us. Keep us posted!
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Wayne, been away from home until today and just read about the passing of your soulmate.
There are no words, but I'll say I'm so very sorry anyway.
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I too have been away in the boonies and have come home to this.
Please accept my sincere condolences Wayne. I was hoping for a miracle and when I left there were signs of hope; sadly this did not happen. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Murray
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:cry:
I've been away from the board for a while - this was not what I wanted to see when I returned.
I can't add anything new to what has already been said. Our household is saddened at your loss.
Best to you. Heal well.
jdg & ~t~
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I took a short ride on the EV today. I think I will start up my daily ride like I had done for the last 43 years.
My legs are sore and weak from lack of use. I have installed a cup holder on the treadmill for my beer. That should help. :boozing:
My left arm is weak and has pain, but working the clutch was not an issue.
Still miss my riding companion most of all. :cry:
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I took a short ride on the EV today. I think I will start up my daily ride like I had done for the last 43 years.
My legs are sore and weak from lack of use. I have installed a cup holder on the treadmill for my beer. That should help. :boozing:
My left arm is weak and has pain, but working the clutch was not an issue.
Still miss my riding companion most of all. :cryI understand. Delete my question if it is inappropriate but I have never read the causes of the accident. Thanks
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Yeah, when you said you hadn't used your legs for 6 weeks I knew they were going to be weak. Surprised you can ride your bike that way at all right now. I've had a pinched nerve on my right leg for a few years now and even tho I take a pill 2x a day for it I can't walk very long and just shopping wears me out leg wise. Riding my 600# Convert. is marginal now. Haven't done that for a few winter months. It's gonna take you awhile to get your legs healthy enough now to rely on them.
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Your loss is never going to go away but I'm very glad to hear that you are going to ride again. I know for some such a trauma guts any enjoyment out of the activity associated with it. Take your time. Stay strong.
Pete
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Your loss is never going to go away but I'm very glad to hear that you are going to ride again. I know for some such a trauma guts any enjoyment out of the activity associated with it. Take your time. Stay strong.
I don't recall the last maybe 4 seconds. I don't have a clue what went on. Luckily, there were three witnesses, and one of these was an off duty officer. So it is clear what did happen. And I didn't come around for about 30 or 40 minutes from what I was told.
But, I suspect if the images of what actually happened, were still burned into my brain, I easily would feel differently about riding again.
We'll see.
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I don't recall the last maybe 4 seconds. I don't have a clue what went on. Luckily, there were three witnesses, and one of these was an off duty officer. So it is clear what did happen. And I didn't come around for about 30 or 40 minutes from what I was told.
But, I suspect if the images of what actually happened, were still burned into my brain, I easily would feel differently about riding again.
We'll see.
Whatever you do I'll still come over and drink your beer...
And I still have a bottle of Hog Mountain somewhere.
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Do be careful, Wayne. I was in rehab after cardiac surgery and other issues this past June. Off bikes from early May thru mid-July. First time I boarded the R100GS and got several blocks from home, I came to my first stop sign, and wasn't sure I was going to be able to coordinate the stop and hold the bike up. Immediately headed for home and parked the GS for 3-4 more weeks, since that first ride said 'not ready yet.'
You've been through a lot.
Best wishes,
Bob
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I don't recall the last maybe 4 seconds. I don't have a clue what went on. Luckily, there were three witnesses, and one of these was an off duty officer. So it is clear what did happen. And I didn't come around for about 30 or 40 minutes from what I was told.
But, I suspect if the images of what actually happened, were still burned into my brain, I easily would feel differently about riding again.
We'll see.
The human psyche takes care of near death trauma. You probably never will remember what happened. Actually, that's a good thing.
I'm glad to see you riding again, Wayne. Doing "normal" things at a time like this is a good thing to do. You will get better, and you *will* get over it. It just doesn't seem like it for a long time. My grandmother lost her mother and husband in a very short time period. She said, "life is for the living." She was very astute for an uneducated woman that came to Indiana in a covered wagon..
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Sounds like you're on right path, but a road I hope I never walk or ride.
Stay strong, it's OK to hurt. But I suspect she wouldn't want you to.
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Glad to hear you are trying to ride again. It really can be therapeutic. But...be prepared for it to also bring back many memories in a bittersweet way. That's okay though. It took about a year after my wife's death before certain things would no longer trigger tears on a regular basis. Could be anything from a song to driving or riding by a certain place, a smell, sometime for no apparent reason.
We heal to a large extent and life can be good again, just appreciate every day and cherish instead of despairing over the memories.
GliderJohn
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Glad to hear you are trying to ride again. It really can be therapeutic. But...be prepared for it to also bring back many memories in a bittersweet way. That's okay though. It took about a year after my wife's death before certain things would no longer trigger tears on a regular basis. Could be anything from a song to driving or riding by a certain place, a smell, sometime for no apparent reason.
We heal to a large extent and life can be good again, just appreciate every day and cherish instead of despairing over the memories.
GliderJohn
Thanks for this John.
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Glad to hear you are trying to ride again. It really can be therapeutic. But...be prepared for it to also bring back many memories in a bittersweet way. That's okay though. It took about a year after my wife's death before certain things would no longer trigger tears on a regular basis. Could be anything from a song to driving or riding by a certain place, a smell, sometime for no apparent reason.
We heal to a large extent and life can be good again, just appreciate every day and cherish instead of despairing over the memories.
Yes on the 'triggers'.
Thanks.
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Give progress time, Wayne..........don't try to rush any of it. Take 1 day at a time. :smiley:
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So glad to learn you are already back on a bike. You are one determined rider. I think Glider John said it best regarding memories and triggers that can start you thinking of other things while you're driving or riding.
Unfortunately the triggers will keep coming but time with take care of that. By the time I was in my mid 20's, my husband and I had ridden well over 100,000 miles 2 up. The first time I rode alone after his passing was the most difficult ride of my life. I couldn't stop crying while I was riding. Some times the smallest things will trigger your emotions. I'd be somewhere alone and suddenly I'd remember....."the last time I was here, my husband was with me" . Soon I'd be shedding a tear. Remember, you are not alone. Some of us have been thru what you are experiencing. It's just part of the grieving process.
Although some time has passed since the tragedy, you are still in the hearts and minds of your friends. Stay strong and keep those wheels moving.