THE OFFICIAL T2TR-III THREAD May 3,2008

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[ihawk95]

Crap!!! I forgot to post at midnight last night! Oh well...it's still early enough...

1 month from today the caravans will begin to converge on Newcomerstown, OH and that means...

1 MORE MONTH!

1 MORE MONTH!!

1 MORE MONTH!!!



Unfortunately...as some of you know, I've had a few personal issues going on lately. It is due to these issues that I am forced to withdrawl from this event. I can't believe I just had to say that.

[DA 1234]

April Fools !!!!......

[ihawk95]

Originally Posted by DA 1234 April Fools !!!!......

The timing would make it appear so, but that is not the case.

There are some health issues going on with my dad and my good friend, Soup. I need to stay close to home for awhile in case I have to get back to Iowa quick if my Dad needs me. I've spent the last 2 weekends there in fact...so we'll see what happens with it. I'm really sorry.

[DA 1234]

Sorry to hear that. Hoping the best for you. D. Allen

[ihawk95]

Originally Posted by DA 1234 Sorry to hear that. Hoping the best for you. D. Allen

Thanks DA! Pray for my dad and Soup! Soup is at the doc right now and dad is on his way to the doc. Keeping my fingers crossed that both will have positive outcomes!

[ihawk95]

OK, unfortunately...I have to let you all off the hook due to a possible back up Road Captain issue. Sorry if anyone was concerned about my little April Fools Joke! The issues here would have to get much worse for me to miss all you guys in May!

However, my dad did have surgery to repair a 20+ yr old hernia. He had a few issues, but is doing well. He is at the doc right now to hopefully have a catheter removed. The hernia was so bad the doc is not sure the repair will work. He'll go back for a follow up in 1 month.

Soup was diagnosed with a form of skin cancer. The doc removed a 4" tumor (weighed a little over 1 pound). Malignant cells were found in the tumor. He had bloodwork and a CAT scan done this morning. He has been advised to go to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN for further evaulation and possible courses of treatment depending on the outcome of today's test. So the Root for Soup campaign is on like Donkey Kong. I love Soupy to pieces! He's only been married a year, he's only 31 (32 in 2 weeks!) and I would go insane at work without him here! So pray like non other that the cancer was contained in that stupid gremlin tumor and one of my favorite people in the world will only have to go through 5 years of follow ups and nothing more!

So thanks for the kind thoughts! I know didn't say much about my Dad and Soup. I did a little on the Sky forum. And it's all partially why I've been in a downer mood lately. Let's hope they both make out just fine!!

[druid-2]

We are going to have 40+ cars and only have 4 road Captains

dashark
Druid-2
DA 1234
SCUBA
WgWMS (yes Bill you are official back up now )

coop is MIA and I really need him


If there is anyone else...preferably someone who has done the old T2TR even once
willing to step up as back up...shopuld the need arise

It would be much appreciated


Folks.....it is very hard to run an event this big without additional support

The other 4 RC's are fantastic about showing up.

Not critical of those that just want to show up and have a good time....
but events like this don't just happen without a core group of volunteers

'nuff said.....

[ihawk95]

OK, here's the deal...if I absolutely have to...I'll be a back-up. But I'd rather see if we can twist CS's arm because he would be so much better at it than myself. I'm a much better follower in the land of twisties. If it were my turf, this would be a no brainer and I'd do it.

However...if I do end up being an RC...I'd really like a navigator. If I have to step up to the plate and someone has a passenger willing to navigate for me, I'd appreciate it. Otherwise I'll be too busy trying to watch for turns, etc and my group won't have as much fun.

I can't believe I said I'd do that...some April Fool's joke huh??? That's what I get for pulling pranks on people...Back-up Road Captain.

[DA 1234]

Originally Posted by ihawk95 OK, unfortunately...I have to let you all off the hook due to a possible back up Road Captain issue. Sorry if anyone was concerned about my little April Fools Joke! The issues here would have to get much worse for me to miss all you guys in May! However, my dad did have surgery to repair a 20+ yr old hernia. He had a few issues, but is doing well. He is at the doc right now to hopefully have a catheter removed. The hernia was so bad the doc is not sure the repair will work. He'll go back for a follow up in 1 month. Soup was diagnosed with a form of skin cancer. The doc removed a 4" tumor (weighed a little over 1 pound). Malignant cells were found in the tumor. He had bloodwork and a CAT scan done this morning. He has been advised to go to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN for further evaulation and possible courses of treatment depending on the outcome of today's test. So the Root for Soup campaign is on like Donkey Kong. I love Soupy to pieces! He's only been married a year, he's only 31 (32 in 2 weeks!) and I would go insane at work without him here! So pray like non other that the cancer was contained in that stupid gremlin tumor and one of my favorite people in the world will only have to go through 5 years of follow ups and nothing more! So thanks for the kind thoughts! I know didn't say much about my Dad and Soup. I did a little on the Sky forum. And it's all partially why I've been in a downer mood lately. Let's hope they both make out just fine!!

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[ihawk95]

Originally Posted by DA 1234 ..... .....

Hey...at least I did work an honest avenue though!! My dad truly did have surgery on Good Friday and was in the hospital for 3 days. Soupy truly did have a tumor removed and it was found to have malignant cells.

Just got a little update from Soup and they want him to visit the Mayo Clinic next week...April 9-10. From what I can find, this can be a very aggressive tumor and can spread anywhere, but the most likely targets are the lungs, bones and liver. He had this tumor a long time and didn't know it. It was a birthmark and started changing 7-10 years ago. He also has a good friend in a similar situation (diagnosed at the end of December) and his prognosis is not good. It's a sad deal as his friend has a baby on the way and may not make it until June. So it's a tough job getting Soupy to not think he's in a similar boat! It's still scary though...the docs are moving quick now.

[DA 1234]

Yes you did... I'm sorry....

[ihawk95]

Originally Posted by DA 1234 Yes you did... I'm sorry....

It's quite alright. I only did it as I knew it was somewhat believable with everything going on with Dad and Soup! So shame on me for playing with fire on April Fool's Day!

[ihawk95]

1 month from today and the early birds will be in Ohio doing a little warming up!!!

1 MORE MONTH!

1 MORE MONTH!!

1 MORE MONTH!!!

Since it is sunny today here in Podunk, IL...I believe I will take the Solstice to work in honor of this great occasion!!!

[ihawk95]

1 MORE MONTH!!!!!

We will be driving the wonderful twisties in Ohio...then enjoying Rooties and HWB!!!!

Lots of

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will be done on this day 1 MONTH from today, as well as...



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will be kept to a minimum, both during and after the run!!!