David P Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Hello everyone (almost 1400 of you!!). Some of you have noticed I haven't posted for a while. Sorry, I didn't know about the Hall Pass. I have lately been consumed with training for my big World Solo 24hr Mountain Bike race coming up on September 4th and 5th. I normally do my message board posting in the late evening when my family has all gone to bed. But over the past couple months I have been going to bed much earlier (beauty sleep you know) so I can get up early and ride. I am now going to lighter workouts as race day approaches (no more 6 to 12 hr rides) so I will have more time for the board. As I scanned the 978 posts since I was last logged on, I was surprised, and saddened by all that I have missed. First and foremost, to all those who have lost the special person in their lives to this awful disease, please accept my sincere condolences; they will be missed--Earl, David A, T-Bone, Johnny, Robert, and Tess' mother. Now I haven't had time yet to respond to many messages, but I plan to - especially those newcomers who have logged on since I was last here. To those posts I did read, Becki I hope Drew is doing OK; Connie, I hope your grandson's operation went well; Tiny, I love your new photo, you continue to make me smile; Shelly! a photo at last!; it's good to see the very funny Frank is still going strong; and speaking of still going strong - happy belated birthday Dean, I love your posts; and happy B-Day to you too Donna; and Don, thanks for fielding the posts about my whereabouts. I hope Lucy is doing well; Ray A, I hope things are going well for you - hang in there big guy; Cindy, I hope Tom is doing well; and to everyone else out there, if there's anything you want to know about living with one lung, especially if you've recently had your operation, or are about to have it -- call me. I'm still planing on creating a website to post some of my past mountain biking exploits if anyone is interested in viewing them, but that won't be for a month or two, and I'll be updating my story again after my race. Last year at Whistler I rode 11 laps of the 14.2 mile course in 24hrs; this year I plan to ride at least 13 laps. Oh, and I should have a new photo of me hiking the very rugged West Coast Trail posted fairly soon too. Take care all. David P. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Love to see the pic of my favorite cyclist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SandyS Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Wow - it's good to see you David! (Although a new pic would be nice!) Glad to hear that everything is going well for you - how exciting too! Let me know if you need any help setting up that website.......... Hugs and prayers, SandyS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nushka Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Wow! You are always an inspiration to me. Sometimes I wish I had had my entire left lung removed instead of just the upper lobe. At least I wouldn't have that wheeze that developed after radiation. I wish you the best in the race and can't wait to see those pictures on your website. Glad to see you again. Nina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melinda Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 David-- Thanks for posting; great to hear from you! Good luck with the training--we're all pulling for you. Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 David, thanks for the update. Good luck with the race, you are always an inspiration. David C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Was glad to hear you were busy preparing for a race but it is still great that you took time to check in with us. Best of luck. Sitting on the edge of my chair cheering you on! Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Good to hear from you David.. I wish I had half of your dedication and 1/4 of your energy..Let us know how the race turns out.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Welcome back David and good luck in the upcoming race. Did you make notes when you were reading the posts or did you remember all those things. Scary if you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David P Posted August 28, 2004 Author Share Posted August 28, 2004 Ginny, I've never had to go through 978 posts before -- of course I didn't make notes . How have you been holding up? I just sit here and stare at the photo of you and Earl and can't even begin to imagine what it's like. Just like last year, when I had Katie's dad Jesse's name on my handle bars during the race --- this year's race will be dedicated to those special people we have recently lost. And thanks for the vote of confidence and support I'm getting from everyone. It will definitely help me get through some tough moments next weekend. Take care all. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Hummm the old "I didn't know about the hall pass" line... I guess we will let you off this one time without a fine. Good to hear from you David. Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teacake Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Ry, Maybe his fine should be a picture of himself with Lance Armstrong! As I bet his next venture will be the Tour de France next year... Fran Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted August 28, 2004 Share Posted August 28, 2004 Dave, Go, man, go. The best race, just in preparation for the next one.. Hugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anniemac Posted August 29, 2004 Share Posted August 29, 2004 David, it's wonderful to see you posting again. Good luck in the race, I jsut watched the Mt. bike race on the Olympics and sure don't know how you do it!! I couldn't do that if I had 3 or 4 lungs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY A Posted August 30, 2004 Share Posted August 30, 2004 Dave, I missed you brother. I wish you luck on your ride. I know I speek for all the members here that you are our true hero and survivor. GOD BLESS YOU!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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