Matt Harwood Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 No new posts in 3 days in the Packard forum? Weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Peterson Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I was thinking we should start life support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom M Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I have been out in the Garage trying to get my car ready for 2010. But at the rate of my misfortunes it will be more like 2020. Hope Rick (Speedster) is ok. Have not heard from him in awhile either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Packards1 Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Maybe people are on their way or getting ready for the Packard national meet that starts sunday. I am leaving for there in the morning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Speedster Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 well, they can't call me speedster anymore. i had a Stroke and have been in hospital last 15 days. i'm walking better but left arm is completely useless. i'm typing this with only right hand. so looks like i won't be doing any Packard work any time soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom M Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Rick,Sorry to hear about that. You know if you lived in my area I would be over there giving you a hand. Keep strong and please keep us informed on your progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
West Peterson Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Get well soon, Rick. I'm sure I speak for everyone in that we're all pulling for you to completely recover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest superods Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Gosh speedster...hope you continue to improve. Just thank God it was not worse than it was. Fifteen days in the hospital tells the story. You no doubt are fortunate to be typing with one hand. Lets hope you are able to regain your strength and stamina...we will keep you in our prayers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted June 19, 2008 Author Share Posted June 19, 2008 Rick, I'm so sorry to hear that. We're all pulling for you.The brain is an amazing thing. I'm certain it'll figure out how to get you back into the garage and under the hood! An elderly neighbor had a stroke a year ago and couldn't walk. Today he mows his lawn without a limp. You will too!Stay strong, my friend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_PackardV8 Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Best wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. Remeber, we have an e-ignition project to finsh too. How's that for putting on the pressure . My best recmmendation is to eat a FRESH ground HOT pepper cheese burger and a big plate of french fries (hommade only ) with plenty of fresh garlic and rest as much as possible. A shot of good quality whisky once every 12 hours too. In two or three days u'll be feeling alot better and recovering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_PackardV8 Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I hope he has someone there close to full time to help him thru the recovery. It's ruff doing it by onesself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johan Boltendal Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 I'm very sad to read what happened to you,although I didn't contribute a lot, I thoroughly enjoyed your posts and ingenuity.It may be a while before we can see this happening again.The brain is a strong and mysterious part of our body, just keep trying,trying and trying, I've seen it happen, close by.I wish you all the power you will need,my thoughts are with you,all the best, Johan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34PackardRoadsta Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Rick,I am very sorry to hear of your stroke. My father suffered from a stroke, and I know how hard it can be to recover and keep your spirits up. I wish you a quick and full recovery. I will be thinking of you as I ponder the problems of old Packards!Best Wishes,Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1935Packard Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Get better soon, Speedster!!!! Very sorry to hear about your difficulties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Speedster Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 thank you all for the kind words and encouragement. i have a wonderful wife and good neighbors that are really helping. since my leg has improved greatly i've not got depressed. i'm just hopeing my arm will also. i doubt that i'll have much to add to the forum, in the near future, but i'll be checking in to see what's happening.thanks again, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R W Burgess Posted June 19, 2008 Share Posted June 19, 2008 Get well quick Rick! Think old cars! Makes the body heal faster! Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Rick, the fact that you are online must be a good sign! Your posts have educated and entertained many people - just look at the responses and hits. We are lucky to have you share this talent.Wishing you a speedy (as in "speedster") recovery, sir, from back east.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernardi Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Speedster - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bernardi Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Speedster -As with all the others, I'm sorry to hear of your bad luck. A stroke is never fun. You might want to read two books dealing with strokes and their treatment. "Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (Neubauer and Walker)" and "Stroke: Recovery with Oxygen" by Polly Houston - Both books deal with hyperbaric oxygen therapy. It isn't common, it isn't effective 100% of the time, but it has been effective in many instances. Good reading and good luck.Regards,Bernardi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39Super8 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 That's rough stuff. Best wishes, and a speedy recovery!Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JT Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 I'm sorry to hear this Rick. I'll be looking forward to your full recovery soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 51Patty400 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 Is there a link to the Packard nationals info?- Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Packards1 Posted June 20, 2008 Share Posted June 20, 2008 packardclub.org has all the info on the meet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbirdman Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 Speedster,Speedy recovery wishes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HMossAus Posted June 21, 2008 Share Posted June 21, 2008 What ROTTEN luck, Speedster!I enjoy reading your entries, you have been helpful and encouraging.I hope you keep improving and get back to being a Speedster.Heather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl B. Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 Rick, hope you get well quick... just keep good Packard thoughts in your mind...remember..laughter is the best medicine...B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbirdman Posted June 22, 2008 Share Posted June 22, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Packard32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Rick, hope you get well quick... just keep good Packard thoughts in your mind...remember..laughter is the best medicine...B </div></div>How coincidental I watched the Robin Williams movie last night about laughter and health, "Patch Adams". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennyZ Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 We put 1300 miles on the Mayfair last week on a tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 I've been inactivet for a couple weeks while I had a new right knee installed. Speedster, remember, work is therapy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom M Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 Restorer32,My stepfather had one replaced a year ago or so. He was up from Florida this past week and you could not even tell he had it done. I asked him what he had done to come so far along he said therapy you have to stick with it. Now for my mother-in-law she had one replaced also but didn't follow up on her therapy and now she has all sorts of problems. So if you keep up with the therapy workin on our beloved Packards you will also come along way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 I spent 2 hours in therapy this morning. Only been 3 weeks tomorrow and I already have 105 degrees of bend and can walk without a cane most of the time. Having the second replaced week after Hershey. One week of real misery then one week of semi-misery then you start to feel better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Speedster Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Restorer32</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been inactivet for a couple weeks while I had a new right knee installed. Speedster, remember, work is therapy! </div></div>Sorry to hear you are having problem also. get well soon. yes, i'm trying to keep as busy as i can. if nothing else, it keeps my mind off my problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Good Old Days Posted June 23, 2008 Share Posted June 23, 2008 Hello Speedster!As a frequent reader from your posts, I have to wish you all the luck I can transmit!Have been there with both my parents and some friends also.I know what you're going through a little bit.Being an antique car lover, I must say these people around you are really incredible! Their reactions are heart warming.We all hope for this kind of support when we're not feeling well, don't we?All the best with gaining back your strength and drive your car again soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1956Packard Posted June 24, 2008 Share Posted June 24, 2008 Speedster:All the best. In reading your past posts your strong tenacity is clear. I have no doubt of your recovery.Restorer32:I remember stopping in at my parents place one day to find my mom crying in the back yard because she could not get up after gardening. She had bad knees.Two new knees later she jumps up and down and runs with the grand kids. You'll be there soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom M Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Hey Rick just checking in to see how you are doing? Others are also trying to contact you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Speedster Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 thanks for asking.altho still unsteady, i'm walking without a kane now. i have very slight movement of my arm, but looks like it's going to a very long time before i can use it. i'm still in the process of learning what i can and can't do with one hand. you just don't realize all that takes 2 hands until you loose use of one. real bummer! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bkazmer Posted June 27, 2008 Share Posted June 27, 2008 Start shopping for an Ultramatic car! keep plugging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted June 28, 2008 Share Posted June 28, 2008 Glad to hear its getting there for both of you guys.Restorer, I have a good friend who just had a knee done - around age 48, he had to fight with the Drs. because they thought he was too young but years at the Post Office & lugging old car parts around took their toll. He is already doing small things around the cars. Apparently the replacements last pretty long now.Speedster, sent you a quick PM - please take a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest imported_Speedster Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 I want to Thank everyone that went in on the Great gift, mailed to me. I really appreciate the thought and the wonderful gift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom M Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 Rick,You are a great contributor to this forum. So we did what was right by sending prays and thoughts and a yester of a gift for your knowledge and friendship.How are you feeling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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