Katiepie graduates

[marty]

I was so sad reading from start to finish - the joy of a new toy, and the obvious pain that toy has bought. It is one of my biggest worries, being predominantly a solo rider I am constantly aware of how exposed I am should I have an off somewhere where I have no idea where I am. I have just done a big ride through there - most of the time I had no idea where I was - just taking random side roads and heading in a generally southerly direction.....how to minimise that risk? Dunno. I like the GPS phone idea (my new phone has that), and agree I always charge my phone up to max.

[denefoster]

Jeez, don't show up for awhile a look what happens. Pretty stink to hear.. but will stick some dosh in the kitty, and am always willing to help out with some tasks if it'll make some life easier.

Heal up KP.

[Smifffy]

Fucken oath mate, I'm now making sure my cel phone is properly charged and in accessable spot whenever I go for a ride. I can't think of anything scarieir than what our little mate went through and doubt very much I'd be as calm or level headed in the same situation.

Without going too far off topic, I always think hard about where to put the phone when going for a ride. Accessible (outer) is good, but not so good if it gets munted in an off. My winter liner has a cell pocket inside it, and in summer I drop it inside my front pocket of the trou. Still not really sure.

Keep on smiling Katiepie!

[\m/]

Sad to hear about her crash, she was lucky she had cellphone coverage. Scary to think that there isn't any cellphone reception in a lot of places I ride, even on some state highways. Hope Katie heals quickly.

[slydesigns]

No I red rep'd you due to the fact that you do not know what you are on about.

Seriously you need to get more facts before posting.
Go into the hospital and ask her yourself.

And I am quite disgusted in the fact that you think that I only care about her well being because you think I want in.

Dont sweat it dude. I'll PM you why arguing with Alexis is a waste of time. Especially where Katie is concerned.

Got the message Onya, will help out.

[Swoop]

Katiepie. Very sorry to hear of the accident, especially after such joy of a new toy.
Heal up well and behave while you are doing that. A mate had a full halo and chest armour after fracturing a vertebre and he healed up very well indeed.
The armour will provide ample space for sponsorship stickers and team autographs...

You have loads of help from the Wellie crew, so you will be well looked after!

Heal quickly and well!:yes:

[HenryDorsetCase]

Hey, I had no idea about this, and I'm so sorry to hear about it. I had no idea till I saw the "donations" thread that she'd even binned it. Dangerous beasts the R6: another guy I know binned his before christmas.

Heal up soon! or if not soon, well....

[Scouse]

Sorry to here about this Katie I sincerly hope that you recover fully from this, just take ever thing in your stride and get well again soon young lady.
Also if stuff starts getting tough just think about your doggies and what they are gonna be like when they get to see you again like a joyfull reuniun cos doggies do that for you.

[Anita]

Get well soon chick! I was so pleased to hear you got your full, and now i read that you came down.....bugger! Get well soon!!!!

[willytheekid]

All The best Katiepie :yes:

Were all thinking of you, and all wishing you a speedy recovery.
:love::love::love::love::love:

[jellywrestler]

I'm now making sure my cel phone is properly charged
yep and knowing you you will charge it at work on some else's power!

[Reckless]

Thought I'd double post this from the other thread for you guys to mullover!!

Thanks Pie


Saw her today. She was really tired and I am thinking might be a good idea to coordinate a regular shift to see her so she is not overwhelmed. Could be arranged if people agree to wait at the desk on the hour, see whos there and work it out. I know she needs her sleep so maybe every even hour during the day, to visit about half an hour until she feels strong enough to cope with all her fans!

[Fatt Max]

Thought I'd double post this from the other thread for you guys to mullover!!

Thanks Pie

Yeah, can understand that.

I'm in Wellington on Monday for work and was going to divert into the hospital to say a quick hello. My day is pretty rigid with back to back meetings but I have managed to escape for a while and was going to go in at 11.00am. I wont be able to stay long but if that suits everyone then sweet with me.

[gunrunner]

Does anyone know where she was, exactly? I rode from Martinborough up Ponatahi Rd to Carterton late afternoon, hate to think I rode straight past her.

She turned off Para road and was on Waihakeke road heading toward Taumata island

[Cloggy]

Dead ends both ways around there. No wonder no one or not many vehicles came past.

[blackdog]

I double parked the truck outside with the beacons on at lunchtime to drop in a little biker teddy we got for her. Was greeted with a huge smile and the same personality we all love, so much so she wouldn't let me get a word in telling me how good the appeal ride was on Saturday!

It will definitely take time, but I have no doubt whatsoever that she will bounce back as bright as ever. I pity the physio that will be hearing 'get me back on my bike'!

[Big Col]

Sorry to hear the bad news Katie, Hope you get well soon, Offer of a ride on the wing still stands. You know you want to:yes:

[John_H]

I double parked the truck outside with the beacons on at lunchtime to drop in a little biker teddy we got for her. Was greeted with a huge smile and the same personality we all love, so much so she wouldn't let me get a word in telling me how good the appeal ride was on Saturday!

It will definitely take time, but I have no doubt whatsoever that she will bounce back as bright as ever. I pity the physio that will be hearing 'get me back on my bike'!

Yeah mate, she was definitely much brighter today, the physios were coming in to try and sit her up just as I left today.

[Swoop]

I'm in Wellington on Monday for work and was going to divert into the hospital to say a quick hello. My day is pretty rigid with back to back meetings but I have managed to escape for a while and was going to go in at 11.00am. I wont be able to stay long but if that suits everyone then sweet with me.
Will you have enough time to get changed into your nurses outfit??:blip:

[Tink]

Big thoughts and hugs ...

completely blown away when I heard tonight... great to hear your still smiling "god knows I prob be dreaming of getting back on a bike too" , challenges in life include the downs... time to ride back up. :):yes:

[Lurch]

She turned off Para road and was on Waihakeke road heading toward Taumata island

Really? That's unusual. On Waihakeke Rd?

[turtleman]

Only just got online for the first time in a week, and found this.
Absolutely gobsmacked, to say the least.

Heal up well, Katie - and take your time to heal properly.
Our thoughts are with you.

- Murray and Cathy

[caseye]

Knowing that one day, soon we hope, you will be reading all these posts and messages Katie.
Sat here and read every one of the posts since page three.You already know that everyone here is concerned for you and are all thinking of you and your journey back to life as we/you know it.
Theres no escaping the time it takes to heal from such injuries,so while lying around in the sun, reading those novels and getting a funny looking tan, don't dwell to long on what happened, remember what everyone here has said and done.
You will smile and that will brighten everyones day as it always has.
Get well freind Katiepie, come back rested and ready because there are so many people out here who want you to be well and have no cares and to ride with you on a glorious summers day in the sun.

[Tink]

Knowing that one day, soon we hope, you will be reading all these posts and messages Katie.
Sat here and read every one of the posts since page three.You already know that everyone here is concerned for you and are all thinking of you and your journey back to life as we/you know it.
Theres no escaping the time it takes to heal from such injuries,so while lying around in the sun, reading those novels and getting a funny looking tan, don't dwell to long on what happened, remember what everyone here has said and done.
You will smile and that will brighten everyones day as it always has.
Get well freind Katiepie, come back rested and ready because there are so many people out here who want you to be well and have no cares and to ride with you on a glorious summers day in the sun.

Caseye what wonderful words... as per usual your a man with a great heart one can tell, you put me in line when I do wrong, and give praise when its good, certainly what many a person likes to be told.

AND ON THAT NOTE: Can anyone print this out and take it to her, for when she is well enough to be read too, or to read it herself... please. IF not already. :)

[gunrunner]

Really? That's unusual. On Waihakeke Rd?

Yip , thats where they found her , she must of been heading down carters line and went straight ahead past the hall and eventually turned left instead of right .
On the positive note , it was an awesome day for a ride ..

[Ronin]

Yip , thats where they found her , she must of been heading down carters line and went straight ahead past the hall and eventually turned left instead of right .
On the positive note , it was an awesome day for a ride ..

So she was on the dead end road?

[Reckless]

AND ON THAT NOTE: Can anyone print this out and take it to her, for when she is well enough to be read too, or to read it herself... please. IF not already. :)

Kim I know the Welly crew are planning to give her, her laptop as soon as she can use it and she will see what all what her mates have written. I can only imagine her reaction!
Prob best we leave a few good things for her to discover in the near future anyway! LOL!!

[Ronin]

Kim I know the Welly crew are planning to give her, her laptop as soon as she can use it and she will see what all what her mates have written. I can only imagine her reaction!
Prob best we leave a few good things for her to discover in the near future anyway! LOL!!

Knowing Katie, she will cry. Then laugh. The laugh and cry at the same time.

[Oblivion]

Knowing Katie, she will cry. Then laugh. The laugh and cry at the same time.

I'd like to see her face trying to express two emotions simultaneously. :lol:

[Ratti]

11 on Monday...FM I'm gonna be there just to see ya both...god I love a man in uniform!

[Crasherfromwayback]

I'd like to see her face trying to express two emotions simultaneously. :lol:

Chicks can do that no sweat. And multi task.:shutup:

[monkeymcbean]

Hi Katie....all I can say is im really 'bummed' about your situation, and just annoyed for you... as from what ive read, you are so passionate about your bikes, and that is just so great to see especially being a 'gal chick'.
And you being hospital ridden that is one biker rider chick down.....at the moment.
I really wish for you a great recovery, and please try not to expire your body by taking on to many visitors and trying to be to 'chipper' when you could let your body have a quiet moment and let it heal itself.
Having lots of rest will help for a speeder recovery. All the best, and hope to see you back about on your bike when your ready.

[Crasherfromwayback]

I really wish for you a great recovery, and please try not to expire your body by taking on to many visitors and trying to be to 'chipper' when you could let your body have a quiet moment and let it heal itself.


+1. We all want to see her as soon as possible. But it's probably best we wait and space out the visits. Let her enjoy the drugs in peace from time to time!

[caseye]

11 on Monday...FM I'm gonna be there just to see ya both...god I love a man in uniform!

Ratti, a full report, vid, pics the works will be required on the desk at the earliest opportunity please.And there is to be no Holding back on the descriptive prose, for either of them, Max in his Gown and Katie seeing it! LOL, this is going to be good.

[Fatt Max]

Knowing Katie, she will cry. Then laugh. The laugh and cry at the same time.

I'm going to see her on Monday, trying to organise a nurses outfit, that will make her fucking cry I can tell you....

[Fatt Max]

11 on Monday...FM I'm gonna be there just to see ya both...god I love a man in uniform!

Good shite Ratti, might need some help with me suspenders....

[blackdog]

Good shite Ratti, might need some help with me suspenders....

Just what the poor girl needs, a bloody heart attack too!

('spose some honda riders 'round here might be having a stroke!)

[Bald Eagle]

:Offtopic: any one know where the two wheel parking is at welly hospital ?

and btw at hutt hospital as have auntie in there as of a couple of days ago :facepalm:

[blackdog]

:Offtopic: any one know where the two wheel parking is at welly hospital ?

and btw at hutt hospital as have auntie in there as of a couple of days ago :facepalm:

There were bikes parked on the walkway out front of Welly on Thursday.

There is a specific bike park under the clock tower at Hutt.

[White trash]

There were bikes parked on the walkway out front of Welly on Thursday.

There is a specific bike park under the clock tower at Hutt.

There's designated bike parks in the new parking building at Lower Hutt and heaps of bikes parked all over the place in the Wellington parking building also.

[IdunBrokdItAgin]

:Offtopic: any one know where the two wheel parking is at welly hospital ?

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At Welly hospital, on the way in, just go through the barriers (take a ticket for the barrier to open) and there are loads of out of the way places to fit a bike into, in the underground carpark.

On the way out just take the righthand exit lane and you should easily fit through the gap between the barrier arm and the left lane (ergo, you don't need the ticket to get back out).

[Paul in NZ]

Oh crap - we have been away on a wee holiday (weather sucked thanks - worst holiday ever) and I was so bored (no PC) I purchased an actual newspaper and saw 'the picture'... I only met her a couple of times but I was pretty sure I knew who that was - now confirmed.

Shit, bad news all round and I'm very very sorry to hear this. Heartbreaking when this shit happens.... Is there anything Vicki and i can do to help?

[Tink]

Your continued great attitude is an inspiration katiepie - http://www.stuff.co.nz/national/4798112/You-ve-made-my-day-crash-victim-tells-rescuers ... and I love that your mum knows you are old enough to make up your own mind!!!

After any accident ... or incident people worry ... especially when they haven't fully understood the risks of being a rider. But you know its ok for them to worry it just shows the love that they have for you.

Heh that photo on the bike and then in hospital, you can see she is a fighter from the hospital photo... up up and away Katie... be a while for we ever get to wellington by then you will have figured out what went wrong, and fixed it... :) keep smiling, great attitude, I believe this young lady should be a inspiration for others that are in hospital to get better soon.

[blackdog]

Oh crap - we have been away on a wee holiday (weather sucked thanks - worst holiday ever) and I was so bored (no PC) I purchased an actual newspaper and saw 'the picture'... I only met her a couple of times but I was pretty sure I knew who that was - now confirmed.

Shit, bad news all round and I'm very very sorry to hear this. Heartbreaking when this shit happens.... Is there anything Vicki and i can do to help?

I imagine you can come to a rather large party within a few days of her walking out of hospital.

[Quasi]

can be found here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/136069-Katiepie-donation-thread-(a-Kiwi-Biker-whip-round)?p=1130020987#post1130020987)

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[steve_t]

can be found

A thumbs up and a beautiful smile :sunny: Champion! :niceone: Angels and their halos huh :innocent:

[Quasi]

A thumbs up and a beautiful smile :sunny: Champion! :niceone: Angels and their halos huh :innocent:

you are so on to it about the angel Steve!!

[gunrunner]

A thumbs up and a beautiful smile :sunny: Champion! :niceone: Angels and their halos huh :innocent:

Yes an inspiration to us all ..

[blackdog]

can be found here (http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/136069-Katiepie-donation-thread-(a-Kiwi-Biker-whip-round)?p=1130020987#post1130020987)

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Do those sunflowers have seeds? Would be a welcome addition to the wedges and garlic bread diet:)

[Number One]

Oh that is so good to see especially seeing her face smiley and eyes bright.

What a bloody battler :sunny: they say the finest steel gets sent through the hottest furnace don't they

Get that rest and healing needed and lookout world when she is up and about again :yes:

[Gareth51]

:Offtopic: any one know where the two wheel parking is at welly hospital ?

and btw at hutt hospital as have auntie in there as of a couple of days ago :facepalm:

Plenty of spots to park a bike,the wardens said that as long as you don't use a car park they turn a blind eye as they can't stop you from riding around the barriers anyway

[Quasi]

i just ride mine up the ramp to the right before the barriers, and park directly beside the main door by a pillar:sunny:

[boman]

Bloody great to see the battler with a smile on. Best wishes Katie-Pie, and thoughts are with you.

[ynot slow]

Great attitude,have spent a while in hospitals(short times compared to you)and to me you have 2 options be pissed off about it or enjoy(if possible)the stay,enjoying is easier if you have a partner with you to do the little things nurses can't do like get juice,reading stuff,walking aid etc.For me I was lucky I had let the wife out of kitchen to be my maid lol.

[Hinny]

Poor Baby.
My body aches for you.
All the old injuries acting up in sympathy.
Lovely to see how you have touched so many hearts. Good on you.
Please accept all the help that is offered. You don't get any Brownie points for trying to do it all yourself. It is good for you and good for the help-giver when you accept their offer. The generosity goes both ways.

Mend well and keep bubbling. :sunny:

[Berg]

The Bergs are very happy to see a smiling Katiepie in the photos.
She was the subject of conversation at a 40th on Saturday and all were concerned with her health and well being.
Mrs Berg will try and call in to say hi this week as she works at the hospital.
Love the pink cast:hug:

[Ratti]

235479235482235478235481235477235480FM and AngelRat successfully visited Katie, scared off staff, terrified the nice ambo man and generally caused hysterical laughter and minor mayhem. Awesome to see ya walking Katie. Home soon! Yaay!

[Number One]

Goodness gracious that's wonderful to read...even the mental pictures were good

[Maha]

Greatness!...if anyone can get the endophines circulating its the Pie Guy....:yes:

[Ratti]

Part two. Made a mess of things...235487235486235485235484235483


p.s. Orders taken for nurse outfits!

p.s (2) Number One...still think the mental images are good?:facepalm:

[Maha]

Well, I have been around here for a few years now and those are the best set of pic yet ever....not even a pic of Rossi rooting Dani will top that...
Fecking well done Mark and Faith...:rockon:

Tell ya what though, Mark does look like a Matron of old...from the 70's.

[Bald Eagle]

Awesome news, great to see her up ... not sure about the mullet though :rofl:

[Tink]

Brilliant photos... what a giggle...looking great to KP.... BIG THUMBS UP YOU GUYS! :laugh::laugh:

Ps Love the tan line FM...

[Oblivion]

Awesome news, great to see her up ... not sure about the mullet though :rofl:

What are you talking about? Mullets were all the rage......In the 1980's :headbang:

[Crasherfromwayback]

Graet effort guys. Shame about my appetite...

[javawocky]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=235487&d=1301282099

KB Image of the week?

[Reckless]

Good effort Maxxy and Ratti!!
Trust you mate who else'd have the balls to do that!!

Pic 1 Second set nice Brazilian mate???
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=235487&d=1301282099
Great pics! great bright moment LOL!!

[Oblivion]

Good effort Maxxy and Ratti!!
Trust you mate who else'd have the balls to do that!!

Pic 1 Second set nice Brazilian mate???
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/at...7&d=1301282099

Great pics! great bright moment LOL!!

Links dead.

[Number One]

p.s (2) Number One...still think the mental images are good?:facepalm:

Hmmm....they were cleaner in my head :rofl:

Seriously though thanks for bringing a smile to EVERYONE's dial with your get ups and her smile - so awesome to see her up standing!

[Quasi]

absolutely awesome you two. Best pics i have seen on KB in a long time.
And just amazing to see katie up and about. The body is a truly incredible thing and the laughs from today will go a long way to help her healing. All power to the nurses and rats.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Links dead.

Your eyes will be if you see it...

[Ratti]

Tell ya what though, Mark does look like a Matron of old...from the 70's.

A particularly fearsome Matron I had in the 8o's was my model for the uniform...*shudder*


Your eyes will be if you see it...

Phooey on youee Pete, garn, admit it, you're getting turned on by the pix

[The Everlasting]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=235487&d=1301282099

KB Image of the week?


Good to see her moving around again,but that picture will blind you..:laugh:

[steve_t]

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=235487&d=1301282099

KB Image of the week?

:shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::s hit::sick:

[Crasherfromwayback]

Phooey on youee Pete, garn, admit it, you're getting turned on by the pix

They're fantastic pics!

[Reckless]

:shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::shit::s hit::sick:

I vote we all make them avatars!!!

[steve_t]

Good to see her moving around again,but that picture will blind you..:laugh:

Was Katie in that photo too? I scrambled to close it so quickly I hadn't noticed her :shutup:

[Edbear]

absolutely awesome you two. Best pics i have seen on KB in a long time.
And just amazing to see katie up and about. The body is a truly incredible thing and the laughs from today will go a long way to help her healing. All power to the nurses and rats.

+1!!!! Hilarious! Katie's a star! :sunny: Max is, well,...Max I guess... :blink:

[Cloggy]

Big :niceone: to FM and Ratti.
Very well done, I bet this one will stick in people's memory for some time to come.

[Edbear]

Big :niceone: to FM and Ratti.
Very well done, I bet this one will stick in people's memory for some time to come.

Prolly 'cause it's burned into the retina... :blink:

[Ratti]

Personally, I think the one of Katie walking should be pic of the week...

Still thinking over the avatar thing Reckless....

[blackdog]

argh! you buggers just made me spit me beer allover the keyboard!

[John_H]

Love it you two. Damn might need to streak to compete with those photos!

[Reckless]

Personally, I think the one of Katie walking should be pic of the week...

Still thinking over the avatar thing Reckless....

Your Soooo right! Just giving Maxxy a bit of stick with the avatar!! LOL!!!
Hav ya sent him home to us yet?

[Ratti]

Yup, him back in the BigSmoke. Wen you gonna let him come and play wiv the Big Kids for a night?

Geez, welly, will never be the same after THAT happens.

[Quasi]

just got text from katie - she going home tomorrow!!! Thats awesoem news and a great step forward
now she really going to need us

[blackdog]

just got text from katie - she going home tomorrow!!! Thats awesoem news and a great step forward
now she really going to need us

just let us know what we can do...

[Ratti]

brilliant, she mentioned that she thought it might be gonna happen.
She wil have her mum with her for a couple of weeks, but after that, it'll be up to us. No sweat, I can do some time on a monday or tuesday. PM me if you can help out and I'll sort a roster

[Fatt Max]

I do home visits.......

[Quasi]

I do home visits.......

After your hospital visit today, I can see why they keen to get her out of the place:facepalm:
Poor person in the bed next door:sick::blink:

[caseye]

I do home visits.......

You Sir, UM Madam, ah, OH shit Maxx! are so not doing another home visit.
Faith, Mark, exceptional pics and to see Katiepie up and about is very comforting.A well planned mission and deservedly accomplished with panache and daring.
Katiepie when you get to see these pics DON'T LOOK at the one of you and Max lying on the bed, please, yer'll go blind, honest.
De brief! Ha I made a funny, Maxx 10am Wednesday?

[Berg]

I do home visits.......
What has been seen cannot be unseen:gob::shit::brick:
Good on ya guys and brilliant news that Katie is on her way home:niceone:

[mrmeal]

Hurry up and get well Katie! I read the article in the online papers and felt for the rider. Brings it one step closer that your a KB'er. Hope this becomes one of those moments very quickly you look back on and say pass the minties! :)

Mend well and please, if possible, don't let us be subjected to the Maxxy nurse experience again please please please :)

[Edbear]

just got text from katie - she going home tomorrow!!! Thats awesoem news and a great step forward
now she really going to need us

Great news! She's amazing! I was in a lot longer than that. I guess being young a fit is a big help after all. I was old, fat and unfit... :bye:

Mind you, Max didn't put on that kind of show for me... :innocent:

[Oblivion]

Great news! She's amazing! I was in a lot longer than that. I guess being young a fit is a big help after all. I was old, fat and unfit... :bye:

Mind you, Max didn't put on that kind of show for me... :innocent:

I'm sorry, I think its a female only service. Mind you if you put a wig on, and maybe struck some seductive poses he might make an exception just for you :niceone:

[Edbear]

I'm sorry, I think its a female only service. Mind you if you put a wig on, and maybe struck some seductive poses he might make an exception just for you :niceone:

A most generous offer, kind Sir, but I may just pass on that.... :sick:

No offense Max, of course, you're a lovely bloke 'n' all... :yes:

[Fatt Max]

Maxx 10am Wednesday?

That's fine mate. Now,. is that for a coffee or your monthly anenema.....(do do, de do do....)

[Pussy]

That's fine mate. Now,. is that for a coffee or your monthly anenema.....(do do, de do do....)
Quite an impressive camel toe you got there, FM......

[Fatt Max]

Quite an impressive camel toe you got there, FM......

I like to think it is more of a moose knuckle myself.......something for the ladies...!!

[Number One]

OMG STOP IT! My dinner is only just holding down...filthy cow you love it doncha

[Ronin]

That's fine mate. Now,. is that for a coffee or your monthly anenema.....(do do, de do do....)

Both. Mercona hast mer MMMMMMMMMMMMM

[Toaster]

just got text from katie - she going home tomorrow!!! Thats awesoem news and a great step forward
now she really going to need us

Great to hear she is mending enough to go home. I had sent a message and hope she is getting all the support she needs on what will be a testing recovery. I wish I was closer and could do something practical to help.

[caseye]

Both. Mercona hast mer MMMMMMMMMMMMM

Well!@#$% who'd know???????????????????
"Mouse Nuckel"did he say?

[Hinny]

Well done Ratti and FM.
She looks in good spirits. Big hair :woohoo:
I am amazed they are sending her home so soon.
Budget cuts or just a tough cookie?

[Paul in NZ]

Well done Ratti and FM.
She looks in good spirits. Big hair :woohoo:
I am amazed they are sending her home so soon.
Budget cuts or just a tough cookie?

Its more a taste thing I think - the hospital is very worried about the complications to other patients if Ratti and nurse FM turn up again! I mean I'm relatively healthy and it made me ill - just imagine what could happen if you were actually sick to start with...

(no - well done, laughter is the best medicine)

I suspect shes going to be a bit sore for a few days at home. Not really knowing her domestic situation, is there anyone that can look in etc?

[Quasi]

Its more a taste thing I think - the hospital is very worried about the complications to other patients if Ratti and nurse FM turn up again! I mean I'm relatively healthy and it made me ill - just imagine what could happen if you were actually sick to start with...

(no - well done, laughter is the best medicine)

I suspect shes going to be a bit sore for a few days at home. Not really knowing her domestic situation, is there anyone that can look in etc?

Hi Paul - all good. Her mum will be with her. All taken care of for the next wee while.

[Smifffy]

Great news!

[oneofsix]

Great news that she is getting to go home so soon, nice to see FM and Rattie bring out a smile, grand job FM and Rattie.

[Paul in NZ]

Hi Paul - all good. Her mum will be with her. All taken care of for the next wee while.

Thank goodness for Mums eh?

[Crasherfromwayback]

Being at home instead of in a hospital makes you feel better right away!

[Number One]

Being at home instead of in a hospital makes you feel better right away!

AMEN - the food is soo much betterer! Hey perhaps you could whip up a batch of your famous chips to pop round - do it in your pinny and you'll bring a smile to her too :)

[Crasherfromwayback]

Yeah I'll build her some chips when she's ready for sure!

[Swoop]

...so awesome to see her up standing!
Standing??:scratch:
I presumed she was trying to do a runner to get away from the "Matron"!:chase:








:niceone: FM!

[Paul in NZ]

Being at home instead of in a hospital makes you feel better right away!

Right up until the meds run out......

[Reckless]

Right up until the meds run out......

Plenty of houch in them there hills my boy!! :woohoo:

[Gareth51]

Hey Katie, great news that their sending you home or have you discharged yourself for a plate of chips :yes:

[davebullet]

Hey Katie, great news that their sending you home or have you discharged yourself for a plate of wedges :yes:

There - that's better!

[Crasherfromwayback]

There - that's better!

My home made chips rule!235560

Wedges no good. Wedgies plenty good (for chicks that is)

[Ocean1]

My home made chips rule!

Wot's that green shit?

[Crasherfromwayback]

Wot's that green shit?

Keeps the Brush happy mate.

[Deano]

Keeps the Brush happy mate.

And helps prevent arse cancer.

[nadroj]

Great to see you viewing this thread - heal well Katie.

[Paul in NZ]

Great to see you viewing this thread - heal well Katie.

haha beat me to it ;-)

[Gone Burger]

I heaved just worked my way through endless pages of love, fun and laughter that has successfully got my bawling my eyes out.

I am so overwhelmed. I am so in love with you all, I am so faaarking lucky.

I can not control these tears that poor so heavily after all of your comments. I am officially the happiest, luckiest and richest girl around to have you all in my life, and I truely couldn't be more overwhelmed or touched in my heart.

I am home - lying in bed so very awkwardly, trying to see the screen and typing with one hand.

I am alive and better than I have ever been in my entire life. Broken leg (I believe there are pins in it somewhere, broken arm, broken and fractured back and neck. And have never been so happy. My halo is screwed into my skull to prevent paralysis, am I am completely exhausted from walking on crutches all day with my broken bones, and holding the weight of the halo up with my neck. Happy to be in my bed? Hell yes as soon as I get off this computer.

I am crying. I am happy. I am so honored. I couldn't be more touched. I have the most incredible friends and family a person could ever ask for.

What happened? My memory is not proving to be helpful there. Will I ride again? Yes, and all going to plan it will be my beloved R6. Will I take my time? 100% yes. I now need to learn how to walk again and my eyesight has been fuzzy since the accident. One small step after another. I am off work until the halo comes off and unfortunately I will be lucky if I sill have a job to go to. My pups were well looked after, thanks Mairs!!! My mum has moved from Auckland as live in help for a few weeks, and I cant stop smiling.

To my family,my friends with me the first few days (one in particular who I believe I owe my life to - you know who you are) the rescue teams... Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You did not give up on me in searching. 5 hours til rescue is a feeling i cant describe (more hours than the papers have mentioned). Its because of all of you I am here, and I know how close a call this was for me).

Will write again soon but am so exhausted and need to get the pressure off this brace.

My heart is yours. What a ride so far huh? Drugs are gooooood.

xxxooo

[IdunBrokdItAgin]

Well KP you rock, and a lot of other people on here seem to think so as well as me.

Be round to see you next week.

Chur

Ben

[matdaymon]

Blimmin' hell that must've taken a long time to type out in your condition KP.

All the best for a speedy recovery. You've got a good bunch down in your village from what I've seen of this thread and they'll look after ya.

Now get them to fix your bike while your out of action and you'll be on your way in no time :scooter:

[caseye]

Well yer typing leaves a lot to be desired but I guess that's explained by the fuzzy logic eyesight.
Katiepie, it is great to see your post, great to know you are home, have family and friends to watch over you for a while.
Take care, get well very slowly and heal good.
I will be being De briefed by the inimitable Fatt Maxx tomorrow and I'm sure he's going to have me in stitches. Bye for now.

[Hopeful Bastard]

KP!! Good to see you on here Beautiful. I will have to come and see you once i get the chance too.

Your post had me smiling and little tears welling up in the corner of me eye. Dont work yourself too hard on the recovery. Broken bones take time to heal.

[brumax]

hey katie, its fantastic to see your home and in good health,
apart from your leg and your arm and yer back and neck, :-)

you are an amazin lady!
you will soon mend with all the help from your friends and family, and you have such beautiful nurses there :-)

all the best
bruce

[White trash]

My pups were well looked after, thanks Mairs!!!

Ummmm, BTW, it wasn't me that went through your undies drawer...........

[Bald Eagle]

Great to see you home KP take your time and heal well.

[Owl]

Welcome home KP!:wavey:

We're all thinking about you:yes:

[Spearfish]

Maybe its just me but it seems so unbelievable KP is home from hospital so soon.
Next will be the brace gone and talk will start on the topic of KP wanting/needing to ride again and how to go about it.


What a hell of a graduation KP!!!

[Paul in NZ]

Take your time and get your body and life back together. Theres no gold cup for rushing this one. One day I'd love to hear your tale retold, it sounds kinda epic!

[oneofsix]

Glad to see you are out of Hospital so soon KP. Sorry to say you aren't out of the woods yet but with the attitude you have displayed I have no doubt you will make it. The long part of the recovery starts now you are home. Good to see you have plenty of support. You will have to blog about your adventure when you have recovered.

[Number One]

WOW WOW WOW

YOU have touched us all my dear and the outpouring of love on this thread for you is a clear sign of what a lovely genuine beautiful person you are.

Congratulations on getting out of the quack house...let your mummy shower you with TLC and please please please DO SING out if you need anything....I don't know ya very well but what I do know I likes and I know that if I would drop and help so many others will too.

Kia kaha girl - you are currently my inspiration for going on...sounds daggy but when we get to talk one day you'll understand :)

Very best of the best for your recovery

Kindest regards
Sherie

[Ratti]

I know Ive already posted this- BUT-
I'm compiling a list of folk who can help KP. With the intention of handing it over to her in a week or so.

SO, I need you name, what day of the week you can help and what skills you have to offer.
pm me with you details and I'll add you to the list.

cheers


KATIE. I'm so happy that you are home again. I kno you will take things sensibly ( well apart from minor lapses of judgement occasionally, but we wont shoot you for that ) Love to you and your family.

[Crasherfromwayback]

Great to see you back with us KP! May I ask...what were you doing with your other hand seeing as you're typing with one?:innocent: Look after yourself Love...take things real easy.

Pete

[Crasherfromwayback]

Ummmm, BTW, it wasn't me that went through your undies drawer...........

How do you know she keeps 'em in a drawer?

[mattathm]

Ummmm, BTW, it wasn't me that went through your undies drawer...........


Whatever........................!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

ps
Welcome back KTPie:woohoo:

[White trash]

How do you know she keeps 'em in a drawer?

I was looking for a camera to take a picture of me with a bra on my head and found them............

[Crasherfromwayback]

I was looking for a camera to take a picture of me with a bra on my head and found them............

Just another episode of 'close up' then eh...

[mattathm]

I was looking for a camera to take a picture of me with a bra on my head and found them............

GC :niceone:

[Paul in NZ]

I was looking for a camera to take a picture of me with a bra on my head and found them............

I cry bullshit - there isnt a bra big enough to hold your bonce Mr WT....

Nice skills though - I could get you a job as a lino layer with one of the firms from Target, its their speciality!

Sorry Ratti, I just dont see how we can assist meaninfully from Kapiti? Unless you can point me in the right direction?

[Swoop]

KP. Glad you are home. Rest up and, as Paul in NZ says "there is no race".
You will have a couple of neat scars above the temples though!


Just another episode of 'close up' then eh...
I'm getting a bit concerned about the affect Fat Max has had on the folks down Wellie way.
Everyone will be wearing nurses' uniforms soon.:shit:

[Paul in NZ]

You will have a couple of neat scars above the temples though!

Yeah - I thought that too... Its going to make putting on a full face a bit tricky! Maybe go to a cruiser and an open face with some chrome spikes screwed in there instead?


I'm getting a bit concerned about the affect Fat Max has had on the folks down Wellie way.
Everyone will be wearing nurses' uniforms soon.:shit:

Mate - I'm just plain concerned about max and no, I can assure you he has pretty well cornered the kinky nurse market and killed it flat. I'm still seeing that when I close my eyes (oh the horror)

[Bald Eagle]

Yeah - I thought that too... Its going to make putting on a full face a bit tricky! Maybe go to a cruiser and an open face with some chrome spikes screwed in there instead?



:rofl: I nearly choked on me coffee. KP on a cruiser :facepalm:

[Edbear]

I know Ive already posted this- BUT-
I'm compiling a list of folk who can help KP. With the intention of handing it over to her in a week or so.

SO, I need you name, what day of the week you can help and what skills you have to offer.
pm me with you details and I'll add you to the list.

cheers


KATIE. I'm so happy that you are home again. I kno you will take things sensibly ( well apart from minor lapses of judgement occasionally, but we wont shoot you for that ) Love to you and your family.

I can send silly pictures... :yes:

[Swoop]

I'm still seeing that when I close my eyes (oh the horror)
I'm finding that a 50/50 mix of janola and ajax is starting to help clear my eyes...:blink:

[Fatt Max]

I'm getting a bit concerned about the affect Fat Max has had on the folks down Wellie way.
Everyone will be wearing nurses' uniforms soon.:shit:

Just wait till KP suggests that toga party, then its all on...

[Swoop]

Just wait till KP suggests that toga party, then its all on...
Just so it's not a "latex fetish" party...:facepalm::sick:

[Fatt Max]

Just wait till KP suggests that toga party, then its all on...

Mind you, my dyslexia defeats me sometimes. The last toga party I was invited to was a fucking disaster, I was dressed as a goat.....baaaaaa....

[Fatt Max]

Just so it's not a "latex fetish" party...:facepalm::sick:

Can do a 'Platex Fatish' party, you supply the 'special' cream....

[Swoop]

Can do a 'Platex Fatish' party, you supply the 'special' cream....
Latex is hopeless! All the pie crumbs and spilled sauce just slide off onto the carpet and the bloody dog scoffs them.
You are quite right. Toga is the way to go!

[Quasi]

At last! Got rid of all these unusual, unknown, kind and caring people , and welcome back to the degenerates we love and know so well:sick:

[Bald Eagle]

At last! Got rid of all these unusual, unknown, kind and caring people , and welcome back to the degenerates we love and know so well:sick:

This is KB after all :yes:

[gunrunner]

Welcome back , tho we knew u werent going anywhere .. :yes:

[sels1]

:rofl: I nearly choked on me coffee. KP on a cruiser :facepalm:
Yeah, it took a year and a half to get her off one...

Welcome back Katie, See ya soon

[Ratti]

toGA! toGA!

excellent idea!

FM, you know that friday night we are planning????? Better make it soon dear! And you're all invited

[rjg]

Great to see you're out of hospital Katie.

Well done on your post, that's a hell of an effort.
You have a great support network here, it's awesome to see all the friendship in action.

I look forward to seeing on the road again.

[Number One]

235624

Great to see you - you stubborn lovely thing.

Kia kaha to you, your also brave mum and family.

Let that body rest up and recover - soak up all the love you can and relax as best is possible.

And accept help/company/suppport/whatever when you need/want it

[Big Col]

Welcome back, Will be in touch soon.:yes:

[chanceyy]

WB KP, be catching up when your on two feet properly & can handle more visitors .. ;) but good to see you home so quick ..:hug:

[Fatt Max]

toGA! toGA!

excellent idea!

FM, you know that friday night we are planning????? Better make it soon dear! And you're all invited

TOGA TOGA TOGA.......

Ok,so its the 'KP Goes Roman" party......

I'm so fkn in for that, toga party in Welly.....yeeeeeaaaaahhhhhh....

[blackdog]

So I rocked up to TCWNR tonight (having not read nought since last night) and I caught up with a few of the boys, turned around and you were there! What a trooper! 'Twas lubberly as always to see ya smiling (the best birfday pressie i got today).

Now, I hope you're asleep in bed getting some much needed rest and healing time. I'm sure I speak for us all when I say we want you taking it easy and recuperating.

Also, since swoop or FM is planning a fetish party, it will be easy to spank you for shouting the beer tonight.

Naughty girl.

[nudemetalz]

Welcome back,..from the Nudies :)

[Hawkeye]

Awesome to see you tonight KP. And your older sister. :whistle:
You are such a special young lady who has touched so many hearts. You mum must be so proud of you.
Take your time and heal well. And If you ever need anything, you know you just have to shout.

ps. I don't think your new style of helmet you were sporting tonight will catch on. Too much wind noise and I'm sure those antennas will interfere with the radar. Do they come in any other colour?:scratch:

[Hinny]

.... And your older sister. :whistle:
Older sister you say.....:yes:
Have to give up on this one. She's broken. :facepalm:

[QUOTE=Paul in NZ;1130022714]Right up until the meds run out......

That is hard time. It hurts... a lot.


Plenty of hooch in them there hills my boy!! :woohoo:
Not a pain killer. The exact opposite. With heightened awareness you feel every sore part in your body




I am so overwhelmed. I am so in love with you all, I am so faaarking lucky... and I truely couldn't be more overwhelmed or touched in my heart.
My heart is yours.
xxxooo

Aww shucks.



Drugs are gooooood.


I concur. It's a bummer if they take you off them too soon tho' (Apparently they worry you are going to turn into a junkie)...cos then it hurts!

Good luck with the healing Katiepie.
Cyber-hug coming your way.

[SILVER SUZI]

WOW. Just spent the last few days working my way through this thread.
Katiepie you are well liked/loved :love:.
All the best with your recovery from a fellow KB'er.

P.S. nice halo!:innocent:

[Gone Burger]

I had a re-check with a new doctor today at the Hutt Hopsital. It was a fantastic visit. They tightened the screws into my head for the halo. They then cut off the large cast on my leg to check how my injuries underneigh were doing as I've been in tears from very intense pain.

It's the first glimpse I have been able to have on whats going on with my leg. It seems that I do not have pins in my ancle as I was informed. But only a metal plate along the break down my fibular (spelling sorry?). They took out the stitches from my operation, and cleaned the wound. I was then expecting them to re-cast my leg. But, The doc decided to leave it off for good. I was blown away and absoluely thrilled! For me this means I can now bend in my halo brace. I can now dress myelf, I can now shower better and sleep better. So so happy for that decision. I tell ya, its going to be a very decent scar right down my leg, but I'm completely ok with that and it doenst worry me a bit.

I have had very intence pain shooting through my leg when i move it from horizontal position to vertical. Each morning I start off in tears for half an hour until it settles down. It's just a new pain that I will adapt to in good time, and I get through it once i have more weight on it and movement.

I also discovered I have a fractured scaptula which explains the pains i have been having my using my shoulder on the crutches. But, now that I know this, I know how to minamise that movement. Good to know huh? It made me laugh.

The halo looks like it be on for the full 3 months, but that time will fly by. From there I then have 2 months in a standard neck brace while i build up enough muscle in my neck to hold my head up again, as the halo has been doing it all for me.

Tonight I hade a shower, best I could. The halo can not get wet so its selective showering. But I have hired a seat to sit on in the shower, and I feel like a new person. I'm clean, wearing lovely clean clothes. I had to buy some tops today as I have to pull them all up over me waist due to the brace. So i am feeling fantastic. We are going to attmpt the wash a few sections of my hair on Wednesday. A tricky one as the contact srews into my skull can be easily infected but I reckon well should be able to make a good effort safely.

My mum is living with me as a live in carer. and is being truely exceptional. I cant thank her enough for all she is doing for me and the help she is giving me. I couldnt be home without her and I am so thankful.

I feel fantastic! Today is a very good day. Looking forward to my new found independance thanks to my free leg. No more track pants, I can wear normal cloths and feel like my old self again

Rock and roll, - what a great day!

[blackdog]

Such an exceptional attitude in the face of adversity, Katie you are an inspiration to us all.

[Edbear]

You're an amazing young lady! Such a positive and enthusiastic attitude! :love: from the Bears!

[Spearfish]

at least 10 characters.

[Bikemad]

hi KP.........good to read of your progress......Mums sure are special people eh and im sure it aint easy for her seeing her little girl in this situation......give her a hug from me

[Edbear]

hi KP.........good to read of your progress......Mums sure are special people eh and im sure it aint easy for her seeing her little girl in this situation......give her a hug from me

And me! :yes:

[gunrunner]

hey katie good to hear only 3 months on the halo that must be a relief good to hear u are recovering well then , by the way do u have your bike back yet ?

[Paul in NZ]

Sweet jesus those hospital types are fuggin useless - I'll pop over and pop a bit of RTV around dem bolts into your head and that will stop it leakin. If I can stop an old trumpy leaking out stopping your head leakin in should be a doddle.... :innocent:

[steve_t]

Katiepie, your spirit is inspiring!!
Do we get to see cool scar photos? :innocent:

[Ocean1]

If I can stop an old trumpy leaking out stopping your head leakin in should be a doddle.... :innocent:

Keep those British Standard Whitworth spanners made of plasticine in your toolbox, dude, yer modern halo is all metric and all Titanium.

[Mom]

what were you doing with your other hand seeing as you're typing with one?:innocent: Pete

Probably scratching that afro hair do :pinch:

Wish I were closer, I would tend to your fluffies ever so gently KP :love:

[Gareth51]

My mum is living with me as a live in carer. and is being truely exceptional. I cant thank her enough for all she is doing for me and the help she is giving me. I couldnt be home without her and I am so thankful.

!

Big kiwibiker hugs for mum

[davebullet]

Hi KP,

You also made it into the latest BikeRider magazine issue. It's just a small news article (no photos) and doesn't mention your name. It won't contain any information you aren't already well familiar with!

Great to hear your progress. You might be able to get a grant for your mum being a carer? Just a thought.

Take care,
David.

[Paul in NZ]

Keep those British Standard Whitworth spanners made of plasticine in your toolbox, dude, yer modern halo is all metric and all Titanium.

Modern rubbish - it wont last I tells ya!

[sinfull]

We are going to attmpt the wash a few sections of my hair on Wednesday. A tricky one as the contact srews into my skull can be easily infected but I reckon well should be able to make a good effort safely.

!

What's with all the fuss about washin ya hair, aint that much of a biggie lol You don't see me missin it (that and brushin it)

Healing up quite well aint ya ? Good stuff

[Hinny]

...at the Hutt Hopsital... They tightened the screws in my head.
Lol - good move. :innocent:

Each morning I start off in tears for half an hour until it settles down. It's just a new pain that I will adapt to in good time
Get better drugs. Just ask.

I also discovered I have a fractured scapula It made me laugh.
Been there, done that. Didn't make me laugh.

I feel fantastic! Today is a very good day.
Rock and roll, - what a great day!
Good on ya' mate. :niceone:

[Ratti]

So it's official Katie? You have no screws loose now.
hey these things are good to know.

I heck I remember having that pain in the leg...as healing occurs, it will go away...not much help in the meantime, but if you can get any comfort from knowing it'll pass, then take it.

good to hear updates on progress . Keep em coming

[Crasherfromwayback]

I feel fantastic! Today is a very good day. Looking forward to my new found independance thanks to my free leg. No more track pants, I can wear normal cloths and feel like my old self again

Rock and roll, - what a great day!

Go you! Always good to get those stinky casts off eh!

[R-Soul]

I dunno if this is the time pr place, or if it was discussed already, but what happened to cause the accident Katiepie?

:blink:

[Little Miss Trouble]

I dunno if this is the time pr place, or if it was discussed already, but what happened to cause the accident Katiepie?

:blink:

Memory loss is a bitch dude, I'm sure if/when she remembers, the first thing she'll do is jump on here to tell you :facepalm:

[Hinny]

Bit off assistance sent your way. :yes:

[sels1]

Good to hear of the progress KP, keep it coming.
Sendin ya the best (and to your Mum too!)

[Anita]

KP....doing great. Love the attitude. Keep smiling. It is going to be a long haul, but I know you are strong enough to endure that. As for the pain in your leg first thing every day, are there no drugs that will help there? Gotta love the drugs!!!
Keep getting better chick. I am still keen to go for a ride with you one day!

[Paul in NZ]

Any updates Katie?

Gettin bored yet?

[superman]

Any updates Katie?

Gettin bored yet?

She's gonna become awesome at first-person shooters aren't you Katie?! Practice makes perfect :bleh:

[davebullet]

She's gonna become awesome at first-person shooters aren't you Katie?! Practice makes perfect :bleh:

Agreed. I bet she is an expert at Halo :facepalm:

[carbonhed]

Agreed. I bet she is an expert at Halo :facepalm:

You're a sick puppy :laugh:

[Fatt Max]

Offer remains mate, if you need anything rubbed......

[davebullet]

Offer remains mate, if you need anything rubbed......

Some Basil, but that's not important right now.

[Paul in NZ]

Some Basil, but that's not important right now.

The last basil that got rubbed by max ended up running a hotel and married to a woman named Sybil - not good...

[Hinny]

Good to hear of the progress KP, keep it coming.
Sendin ya the best (and to your Mum too!)


... don't forget her big sister.

[R-Soul]

Memory loss is a bitch dude, I'm sure if/when she remembers, the first thing she'll do is jump on here to tell you :facepalm:

No need to be nasty - I have no idea of her circumstances or what she can remember. I just thought that she might want to share, qnd possibly prevent others from doing the same.

[Little Miss Trouble]

No need to be nasty - I have no idea of her circumstances or what she can remember. I just thought that she might want to share, qnd possibly prevent others from doing the same.

Several people, including KP herself I believe, (don't have time to re-read the thread) have already commented earlier in the thread that she has no memory of the accident.

[Gone Burger]

No need to be nasty - I have no idea of her circumstances or what she can remember. I just thought that she might want to share, qnd possibly prevent others from doing the same.

I am sorry to say that I have suffered from complete memory loss of the accident, and the whole week that followed. Everything is a complete blank at it seems now that I was unconscious for at least an hour from a decent blow to the head. So I cant help there. Believe me, I REALLY wish I could. I more than any one want to know what happened, as I thought I had my head on my shoulders with settling in very gently to the R6, but it seems I will never know.

All I will say is I have read the police crash investigation report, and I was very pleased with how I was acting at the time.

Mistakes happen. I hope to try and learn from this, but alas if I can't remember a thing it will take me some time but I'm ok with time.

Sorry guys, wish I had more info. But I just don't know a thing. I went back to the accident sight to try and jog my memory but it didnt work at all. Who knows... this has become a new mystery in my life.

[FJRider]

I am sorry to say that ....

Don't beat yourself up about it ... I've had a few similar ... no idea what happened ...

More important things for you to concentrate on I would say ...

[BMWST?]

I am sorry to say that I have suffered from complete memory loss of the accident, and the whole week that followed. Everything is a complete blank at it seems now that I was unconscious for at least an hour from a decent blow to the head. So I cant help there. Believe me, I REALLY wish I could. I more than any one want to know what happened, as I thought I had my head on my shoulders with settling in very gently to the R6, but it seems I will never know.

All I will say is I have read the police crash investigation report, and I was very pleased with how I was acting at the time.

Mistakes happen. I hope to try and learn from this, but alas if I can't remember a thing it will take me some time but I'm ok with time.

Sorry guys, wish I had more info. But I just don't know a thing. I went back to the accident sight to try and jog my memory but it didnt work at all. Who knows... this has become a new mystery in my life.

i havent piped up till now but want to add my best wishes to your recovery.I havent really met you but was impressed with your level headed approach to your new bike and was really astonished to read of your accident.
Re your hiring stuff i think the hospital should have fronted up with some equipment?When i had a mere ruptured achilles they gave me a stool for the shower and a trolley to move stuff around while i was on crutches.Most of the agencies seem to think we know all our entitlements,so dont be afraid to ask.!
All the best Katie
Paul

[Toaster]

Just look after that head injury Katie. I underestimated mine and paid for it dearly.

Good to hear you are on the mend!

Took 3 bikers out around the country roads here today.... reminded me of you and the other new riders we took out for rides on Tuesdays with Guy in Wellington.

[chanceyy]

I am sorry to say that I have suffered from complete memory loss of the accident, and the whole week that followed. Everything is a complete blank at it seems now that I was unconscious for at least an hour from a decent blow to the head. So I cant help there. Believe me, I REALLY wish I could. I more than any one want to know what happened, as I thought I had my head on my shoulders with settling in very gently to the R6, but it seems I will never know.

All I will say is I have read the police crash investigation report, and I was very pleased with how I was acting at the time.

Mistakes happen. I hope to try and learn from this, but alas if I can't remember a thing it will take me some time but I'm ok with time.

Sorry guys, wish I had more info. But I just don't know a thing. I went back to the accident sight to try and jog my memory but it didnt work at all. Who knows... this has become a new mystery in my life.


KP do not apologise hon, I would be surprised if you could remember .. and in the big scheme of things its not that important, what is important that you came too & had the forthought of mind to use your cell & get help to you .. much kudos chick .. accidents happen and we are rapt that you are still with us to fight another day ..

[Toaster]

i havent piped up till now but want to add my best wishes to your recovery.I havent really met you but was impressed with your level headed approach to your new bike and was really astonished to read of your accident.
Re your hiring stuff i think the hospital should have fronted up with some equipment?When i had a mere ruptured achilles they gave me a stool for the shower and a trolley to move stuff around while i was on crutches.Most of the agencies seem to think we know all our entitlements,so dont be afraid to ask.!
All the best Katie
Paul

ACC should provide all that gear through their partner agencies.

[Gone Burger]

ACC should provide all that gear through their partner agencies.

Unfortunatley the chair the hospital were trying to give me was far too big for my little shower, so I went and hired one to get my by and I'm so pleased I did. I purchased a "grabber" too as bending is limited and it helps me to dress myself etc.

Because I was atmitted to Wellington hospital, and I live in Upper Hutt, I wasn't allowed to take anything from them, and the hutt hospital has things that were far too big. I only live in a little house, but am getting on just fine with the items i did buy and hire. I brought new clothes and tops as everything has to go over my waist so the colder days are a bit tricky. Because of the halo, I can't wear jackerts or jumpers as i basically have no shoulders and they all fall off. So blankets have become very useful.

I inspected my helmet the other day for the first time. Some very strong impact damage to it, and the timing of it all makes sence that i was out like a light for a bit. I have fuzzy eyesight now, but I am putting that down to having the screws of the halo into my head, and everything is just a little out of foucs.

As for my approach to the new bike, i was one day away from booking into some training with Karel Pavich for her to help me with the transition. I can't say too much about the accident, but as I say from the police report, I am at ease that I did have my head on my shoulers that day, and I remember telling myself as i took off from the hill climb "take it easy. Gently, slowly, smoothly, look ahead, feel the bike, take time to learn it all again." I was big on this, it was so important to me as I knew just how much of a change it was for me. I by all means and not a silly rider. I do have much to learn, and I will take my time learning the basics again. In this case I feel that accidents can happen, and we can't always avoid them. I'll be back on biker later in the year, and going back to basics to get my head round it all again. No harm at all in doing that. Ill get there, with a big smile too!

[Gone Burger]

Sorry about my typing everyone. I still have a sore shoulder from the fracture, and one arm in a cast. Gees, it had to be my left one too didnt it? hehe

[Edbear]

KP do not apologise hon, I would be surprised if you could remember .. and in the big scheme of things its not that important, what is important that you came too & had the forthought of mind to use your cell & get help to you .. much kudos chick .. accidents happen and we are rapt that you are still with us to fight another day ..

+1 for this post! :yes:

[Quasi]

As already said hun - dont beat yourself up about it and dont apologise. Those of us who know you (and many who dont), know that your approach to learning about your new bike was done in the safest and cautious possible way. You prob will never remember what happened that day but you have seen the crash site, seen the issues with that particular stretch of road. The one thing we will all learn from this is to never underestimate the roads we travel on. What appears to be a straight, innocuous stretch of road, can be a death trap in waiting. We are all so lucky that you survived the day and your gorgeous spirit remains as strong and as positive as it was before.
Your recovery sounds as though it will be a long slow process, but just do it as your body demands. Dont fit into anyone elses timetable or regime. You alone know what you are capable of. I know that when the time is right, you will be back on your bike again, and we will all be beside you, heading for the nearest garlic bread or wedges outlet.

[Toaster]

As for my approach to the new bike, i was one day away from booking into some training with Karel Pavich for her to help me with the transition.

Always impressed by your positivity Katie.

I did that very thing, repeating the Prorider level 1 course on the new bike a year after doing it the first time and at a different track. Well worth doing and recommend it to every rider keen to improve/identify bad riding habits and focus on a good full day of upskilling and fun. Repeating the course highlighted some key areas I need to improve on.

Will aim to do a Level 2 course next year all going well.

I look forward to hearing more of your recovery and hopefully your return to riding on a replacement bike if that is where life leads you.:scooter:

[Berg]

Great to hear you are on the mend. As one who has had a neck injury I understand the pain:crybaby:, frustration:brick: and:killingme the clothing issues. Lucky I'm a bloke and it was summer so topless wasn't a problem:gob:.
Hopefully the eyesight will improve with the removal of the halo.
I carved up my helmet with a saw and was suprised by the damage:bash: to the foam inside.
Hang in there and don't be too proud to ask for help. I made that mistake a few times and paid for it. The biker community is there when you need them:hug:

[Gone Burger]

As already said hun - dont beat yourself up about it and dont apologise. Those of us who know you (and many who dont), know that your approach to learning about your new bike was done in the safest and cautious possible way. You prob will never remember what happened that day but you have seen the crash site, seen the issues with that particular stretch of road. The one thing we will all learn from this is to never underestimate the roads we travel on. What appears to be a straight, innocuous stretch of road, can be a death trap in waiting. We are all so lucky that you survived the day and your gorgeous spirit remains as strong and as positive as it was before.
Your recovery sounds as though it will be a long slow process, but just do it as your body demands. Dont fit into anyone elses timetable or regime. You alone know what you are capable of. I know that when the time is right, you will be back on your bike again, and we will all be beside you, heading for the nearest garlic bread or wedges outlet.

Thanks babe, that is greatly appreciated.

oooooo good news though hun... because of my accident, there is now signage going up on the corner and stretch of road. I was so thrilled to hear that, and the police officer was also very thrilled. So thats great news.

And to be honest, I'm actually doing wonderfully, and dont really have anything to complain about. I start physio later this week, I finally have an interview with ACC and think an income again is only a matter of week away (land lord will be thrilled hahaha), and I have an incredibly exciting appointment with my new doctor on Monday. I will be getting full x-rays again, and he will be giving me a date that the halo and last cast come of. Couldnt be more excited. I will have a wonderful date to work very hard for, and it will push me to really get going and get better.

Yuuuuuuus! Loving life, absolutely loving it!

[Berg]

Oh, and some words of wisdom from my surgeon when I asked what I was allowed to do. He said "do what your body tells you it can do". Those words helped me when my brain wanted to do something but my body was not ready.

[Quasi]

oooooo good news though hun... because of my accident, there is now signage going up on the corner and stretch of road. I was so thrilled to hear that, and the police officer was also very thrilled. So thats great news.



This is the best outcome from this dreadful accident and sounds like its looong overdue. At least 8 crashes on that same unmarked corner!! Signage way overdue

[Katman]

Forgive me for asking, are we talking about the Cliffhanger road?

[Quasi]

Forgive me for asking, are we talking about the Cliffhanger road?

No. A road part way between there and Greytown

[Crasherfromwayback]

Forgive me for asking, are we talking about the Cliffhanger road?

Nah don't think so. She was there watching...and left. From my understanding...she became lost on the back roads of the Wairarapa on her way back to meet up with someone.

[Gone Burger]

Forgive me for asking, are we talking about the Cliffhanger road?

Hey Katman. No I was out at he cliffhanger watching, but got well lost out the back roads towards greytown. I took one hell of a wrong turn. Should never have been on that road in the first place, but I guess I can get lost at times for one reason or another.

[Crasherfromwayback]

, but I guess I can get lost at times for one reason or another.

Just the one. Blonde.:innocent:

[Gone Burger]

Nah don't think so. She was there watching...and left. From my understanding...she became lost on the back roads of the Wairarapa on her way back to meet up with someone.

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. :( I'll be much more careful next time

[Crasherfromwayback]

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. :( I'll be much more careful next time

Don't stress Love. We've all taken our share of wrong turns in life! Anyway...I thought chicks were supposed to be good at knowing which direction they're heading?:p

[Hawkeye]

It's the reading of the map whilst riding that's the issue. You know chicks can't read maps! :dodge:

Hey Katie, Give me a shout when your up to seeing visitors. I would have come around but thought you might like a bit space with all of the other visitors you will no doubt have already had. Heal well (and quick) my friend.

[gunrunner]

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. :( I'll be much more careful next time

Hey u were not far from SH2 u just turned left instead of right . Good news on the signs as there have been some majors on that corner as it very deceiving especially when the power lines go straight ahead going over that hill but the road doesnt . Luckly from your calls and txts when trying to find you 1 of the rescue guys that works on that dairy farm at the end of that road figured out where you were when u said about the 2 water tanks . The cops , rescue teams and fire brigade were all around the gladstone area looking at the time .

I think the fire brigade guys still have your scarf too ..

[Gone Burger]

Hey u were not far from SH2 u just turned left instead of right . Good news on the signs as there have been some majors on that corner as it very deceiving especially when the power lines go straight ahead going over that hill but the road doesnt . Luckly from your calls and txts when trying to find you 1 of the rescue guys that works on that dairy farm at the end of that road figured out where you were when u said about the 2 water tanks . The cops , rescue teams and fire brigade were all around the gladstone area looking at the time .

I think the fire brigade guys still have your scarf too ..

Gunrunner.. I still can't thank your friend and his team enough. Not even close. I owe them everything. I truely do. Not sure why I did turn left, that's the biggest issue I have with all this as I new the correct way was right. But, the teams on the day did and exceptional job, and after 4 hours I do remember how cold I was through and through. I do remember smiling at them when I saw them. I remember knowing everything was just fine from that point on. These guys are my true heros, along with a friend of mine on the day. And I wish I could do more to thank them all.

I have taken beers and cards over to all the departments that I understand were involved on the day. Hope they enjoyed a cold one when they could

[Paul in NZ]

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. :( I'll be much more careful next time

Look - not putting blame but I have a reason for asking... but do you think getting lost had anything to do with the accident. I'm a type 1 diabetic and I monitor that stuff all the time while i ride - I start making poor decisions, get lost etc and I stop and check blood sugars because it all goes down hill quickly.

Unexplainable accident after a day out may point to some underlaying 'something'.. dehydration, low / high blood sugars etc.

Just thought - we dont want this happening again - I'm still knackered from wood, not sure I can do that again ;-)

[Gone Burger]

Look - not putting blame but I have a reason for asking... but do you think getting lost had anything to do with the accident. I'm a type 1 diabetic and I monitor that stuff all the time while i ride - I start making poor decisions, get lost etc and I stop and check blood sugars because it all goes down hill quickly.

Unexplainable accident after a day out may point to some underlaying 'something'.. dehydration, low / high blood sugars etc.

Just thought - we dont want this happening again - I'm still knackered from wood, not sure I can do that again ;-)

This is a very interesting point. And if you all want my honest answer here I will give it. Yes, I agree. Completely. I think something went wrong for me before I actually crashed. As mentioned, that direction is not like me. I cant exlain why I got lost. But I do believe something has made me keep going, when its rather obvious it was the wrong way. It is driving me crazy trying to think it through. So a very valid point, and something I will always keep in the back of my mind. Thank you

[boman]

It is great to read that you are on the mend. A long road to ride, but you are on your way. (slowly)

:clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap::clap:

Thats the closest I can do as an internet round of applause for your spirit. Well done.

[caseye]

Katiepie, the signage is a good thing, the shame is that you had to can out for it to happen.Really, don't sweat the whys and wherefores of your accident, one day it'll all come back, or it won't.
The beers to the troops was the sort of thing I've come to expect from katiepie of KB.Not surprised but happy that you did it and for all the right reasons.
Take care, and remember help is literally a phone call or a post away.
You are doing great, heal GOOD, don't rush it, your surgeon is a wise man and anyway he obviously knows that you are going to do what you are going to do.
Great to see you posting ( never mind the typing, I do it by accident all the time, dyslexia never sleeps it just makes ya spell crooked)

[Riff Raff]

Thanks Pete. Yes I sure did get lost. Very very lost. Not like me to take so many wrong turns, as I was sort of familiar with the area. Thats what i have been trying to figure out. It was against my nature to head in the complete wrong direction when I generally knew which way to head. Who knows why I did it. It frustrates the hell out of me. Will go out there again soon to try and understand. But alas, a very wrong turn. :( I'll be much more careful next time

I'm a firm believer that for every bad thing that happens, something good comes out of it and usually sends your life in a totally new direction. Sometimes we won't be able to see the good for a long time. So you never know, that wrong direction may have been the right direction. And considering how bad it was, you'd expect something very, very good to come out of it all. Hope you find that good soon.

[Paul in NZ]

This is a very interesting point. And if you all want my honest answer here I will give it. Yes, I agree. Completely. I think something went wrong for me before I actually crashed. As mentioned, that direction is not like me. I cant exlain why I got lost. But I do believe something has made me keep going, when its rather obvious it was the wrong way. It is driving me crazy trying to think it through. So a very valid point, and something I will always keep in the back of my mind. Thank you

Have a chat with your GP. Some people, for example, get hypoclycemic (low blood sugars) without being diabetic, it really screws up the brain and interfers with decision making. Also - cough - sorry to mention it but your 'other' cycle can have an a effect as well. Gluten intolerance is another.

Speaking as a person who has to consider such things, I find I need to be a bit brutal with myself. If I'm not feeling quite up to sniff, I don't ride or kayak that day regardless of what I might be missing out on. I'm not perfect and I sometimes make miscalculations and have definately had those 'how the heck did that happen' moments. These are very very rare and I'm a lot better at managing them. Riff Raff or one of the medical types might have some clues or better info.

As for keeping going when you are obviously lost. Gleep - you have been hanging out with guys too long, you need to take extra female hormones and paint your bike pink...

[Paul in NZ]

I'm a firm believer that for every bad thing that happens, something good comes out of it and usually sends your life in a totally new direction. Sometimes we won't be able to see the good for a long time. So you never know, that wrong direction may have been the right direction. And considering how bad it was, you'd expect something very, very good to come out of it all. Hope you find that good soon.

Yes - although I seriously wonder if I'll live long enough to see the good stuff Sue ;-)

But I LOVE your sentiments mate, a hopeful attitude is a wonderfull asset in life.

[davebullet]

sorry to mention it but your 'other' cycle can have an a effect as well

KP - what were you thinking taking a push bike along with you on that ride!

[CookMySock]

The only motorcycle accident I have ever had - I left the road at speed after trying to dodge an obstacle while going just a little bit too quick, and dealing with a little bit of newbie brain-lock. I had been off my bike for a month with a badly twisted ankle and that day I was dosed to the eyeballs on really strong painkillers. My riding that day was absolutely epic - I was on such an amazing streak of cornering skill - it amazed me!

Spot my problem?

In the end, it's the same-old same-old process of identifying hazards and choosing to respond early to them, but sometimes they are not all they seem. Live and learn I guess. :woohoo:

[Ratti]

Hey Paul, I am onto another supply of firewood...wanna help chop? Nah just kidding!

Katie, easter egg run this saturday. 10 a.m at the Duckpond...wanna help marshall or take registrations? I'm sure Stefan wouldnt mind assistance.


Good to hear updates. I can construct a jersey out of polar fleece that will go around the struts on the brace. Would you mind if I give it a go? pm me if you are interested.

[Paul in NZ]

Hey Paul, I am onto another supply of firewood...wanna help chop? Nah just kidding! .

Hell yes - its a good workout.

[mrmeal]

I am sorry to say that I have suffered from complete memory loss of the accident, and the whole week that followed.

I bet part of the blank out afterwards is related to seeing Max in that Nurse uniform. The brain has a way of protecting itself...only natural behavior by the sounds of things :)


... Because of the halo, I can't wear jackerts or jumpers as i basically have no shoulders and they all fall off.


hey...how you doin? :) this is bound to make you a hit with the boys.

On more serious point, good to hear you are getting by okay and by the sounds of things getting by extremely well! Stella efforts. I don't know you personally but have been reading in and out of the thread and find you pretty damned inspirational. keep up the good mending!

[Gone Burger]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

Double dose of pain killers is just making me more tired, alas not less sore.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.

So.. how am I going to fix this? Simple... it's that special case of HTFU pills I'm keeping aside for special occasions. Don't know why I am posting about this, I'm sure I'll delete it later. I'm just feeling rediclously soft right about now and that's just frustrating me even more.

So... whens bed time again? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[Quasi]

forget the HTFU pills babe. Got anyone to give you a nice foot or hand massage?

[Hawkeye]

forget the HTFU pills babe. Got anyone to give you a nice foot or hand massage?

Lot's of volunteers available.:innocent:

[Grubber]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

Double dose of pain killers is just making me more tired, alas not less sore.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.

So.. how am I going to fix this? Simple... it's that special case of HTFU pills I'm keeping aside for special occasions. Don't know why I am posting about this, I'm sure I'll delete it later. I'm just feeling rediclously soft right about now and that's just frustrating me even more.

So... whens bed time again? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

Damn! Sounds like your on the mend then. With the pain comes the healing, sad but true. Keep the chin up KP, it will only improve as you move forward. All the best!:yes:

[Paul in NZ]

Stress less me dear. The pain is a part of the deal and it will lessen and it will get easier with time. After all, thats one feckin big accident you had.

HOWEVER, I'm thinking that maybe too much pain aint a good thing and do NOT be ashamed of going back to the doc for some stromger pain relief. It maybe a sign something aint quite right, DON'T ignore it. I did that once and ended up in a bad place. If its REALLY bad call a bloody ambo FFS. (least you will know where you are this time)

I've got my wagon in town today if you need a lift to the docs and can blow off work for a bit but txt my mob (pm'd the number) as I dont get on KB much at work.

[oneofsix]

Hi KP,
I've been kind of waiting for that post, like Grubber said it is likely a sign things are healing but also heed Paul's advice and double check.

[sels1]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.
Let it out if its therapeutic kiddo, we cant do much from a distance but we can listen and empathise and offer moral support. :grouphug:

[marie_speeds]

I have been trying to resist posting anything this morning but am loosing the battle against will power today.

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

Double dose of pain killers is just making me more tired, alas not less sore.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.

So.. how am I going to fix this? Simple... it's that special case of HTFU pills I'm keeping aside for special occasions. Don't know why I am posting about this, I'm sure I'll delete it later. I'm just feeling rediclously soft right about now and that's just frustrating me even more.

So... whens bed time again? zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

I cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling and the frustration at not being able to sleep, and you have probably heard this a thousand times already, but only time will fix this.....it may not have seemed like that this morning, but you are one very strong woman and you will make that happen! Things will get better.

Marie :hug:

[R-Soul]

Sorry KP - I didn't mean to be inquisitor - I was just curious about the circumstance. And dont beat yourself up about being lost - sometimes its just fun being lost - after all, you have to be lost to be found, right?

I find your attitude inspirational too- but dont think that you are now under pressure to inspire us fools.

Take your time, enjoy the here and now, and look for the silver linings - and have patience.

[MarkH]

I have been awake all night long, trying to sleep sitting up in bed. I have some pretty shocking pains going right down through my neck and back, and a piched nerve to finish off the package. I have never experienced pain like it, and am sure I will adapt to it over time. The pain strenthens with every breath I take, and the tears are flowing as I have lost full control of holding them back.

I am exhausted. Havn't been able to sleep all week and have an overwhelming longing to lie down in bed, snuggle up, and sleep a wonderful sleep.


That sounds pretty shitty, I hope things improve rapidly. Look forward to hearing that you are feeling much better, hopefully soon.

[Paul in NZ]

That sounds pretty shitty, .

Its natures way of saying 'dont do this again'......