My world......or where the hell have I been?

[Gus Duc]

what size are you, you have any good riding clothes you wanna get rid of?

Dude......give it some time


Tom,

Good on you for taking care of your Grandma   My family went thru that with my Grandma..... we called her the original Madona because she would wear her bra over her blouse   She was strong physically & she would think we were strangers & chase us out of the house with her broom   Got to the point where she had to have 24 hr. care as we were afraid she'd burn the house down trying to cook dinner.  She thought the rest home was  cruise ship which made us feel a little better...... not much.

As for the bike, I'd part it out if you've kept all you stock stuff...... heck you'd make enogh on the parts to make some payments & you might realize how nice they are stock...... quiet too

All the best & as mentioned above, don't hesitate to ask if you need anything

[Chchadder]

Do your self a big favor. Take a deep breath, sit back and analize your situation. I've been throught some rough times, still am. If you are any thing like me, the Monster may be one of the things which allows you to escape. We need the simple pleasures in life. Even if I dont want to ride, just knowing that its parked in the garage puts a little glimmer in my eye.

Now that was a Freudian slip if I ever saw one...

[Speedbag]

Another big hug, and props to you for taking care of Mom and Grams. 

I'm still struggling from time to time with my Dad's untimely demise in November '08, which was topped off just a few weeks ago in late April by the death of a childhood friend, taken by brain cancer in her mid-30s. Nadine, we miss ya babe. 

Hang in there, dude.

[scduc]

Now that was a Freudian slip if I ever saw one...

Yeah , I have to apologize for that one. I forgot to do a spell check. I hope he knows what I meant.

[PizzaMonster]

So I guess what all this means is that I won't be spending as much time here on the forum, going on the NEMHA group rides or being available to help out the local guys.

It just isn't that easy .  You don't get out of this organization just by selling your Monster        You will still be one of the gang.   Hopefully a quick trip back to this board every now and then will lift your spirits.


I've been through the whole Alzheimer's experience with my mom who finally died this time last year.  I know it's not easy, and I know how quickly it can get you down.  Coupling that with your mom's cancer is a double dose of bad stuff.    Although it's hard to do, remember to take care of yourself first.

See ya around.

[lauramonster]

Life can really beat us up sometimes. 

Thank god you've got friends here.

+1, you can sell the monster, but you're still part of the gang.

Thanks for caring enough about us to let us know.

laura

[Big Troubled Bear]

Big hug Mash

[Le Pirate]

My thoughts are with you and your family, man!


And don't be a total stranger, even if you just come back on here to vent about life...it's a good outlet for that.

[Monstermash]

Thank you for all the responses everyone!  I am truely touched by all the sympathy and advice. 

You guys are the best!  

I wish I could say that it was getting easier but it's not that case. I'm not expecting anything to change anytime soon. I will say that just knowing that you guys are here for me makes me feel better and encourages me to carry on and make the best of the situation.

Anyway, in an attempt to get away from the everyday grind I'm trying to get a group ride together next Sunday (6/14) with the local guys. I'm hoping it will allow me some time to relax and enjoy myself. It might even remind me of why I loved riding so much in the past and reconsider keeping the bike but who knows.

Other than that I don't know what else to say except thank you all again for everything.

To quote someone much wiser than myself......"Live long and prosper"

Be safe,
'Mash

[Takster]

Anyway, in an attempt to get away from the everyday grind I'm trying to get a group ride together on Sunday with the local guys.

Count me in.
~T

[gojira]

Best wishes to you.