Inlinefour seriously injured!

[froggyfrenchman]

i have read to page 9 and cant handle much more. Mate, terribly sorry to hear about your misfortune. Its times like these you will realise just how many people do care. mate, im lost for words. my thoughts are with you and yours.
Daniel

[James Deuce]

John you are the best cunt on this site. I want to help tyou fix up old bikes. Don't give up the faith brother.

I wish this shit didn't happen to people like you.

I get drunk and life seems so unfair.

Don't leave us, you've made our lives better.

[oldrider]

Hey John and Donna, I just don't know what to say, words just seem so inadequate!
Thinking of you and wish you both well for the future.
Your world may be upside down right now but it will get better.
Strength and best wishes, John.

[Coaster]

It is so comforting to go online and read all your thoughts. John is still being kept under sedation following his op so that his body has a chance to heal - whenever they start to wake him up, he is in too much pain so they sedate him again. He is still in ICU and no word yet as to when he will get moved to the Trauma Unit or to Burwood but I will update as often as I can - God bless you all Donna

Bank account details for those that wanted them:

ASB Bank
acccount number 12-31-35 0074676-50

[Blairos]

Thanks for the account details Donna

Donation just made - best wishes for IL4's rapid recovery from his Op... :ride:

[Ghost Lemur]

Thanks for the update Donna.

[far queue]

I just came across this thread, never met John, and I don't think we've talked on online, but best wishes and all the best. Amazing to see the great support out there for a fellow biker. I live just round the corner from Burwood also, so when he's up to it I'll pop in and introduce myself. Yell out if there's anything you need, it's no trouble to call in.

[diggydog]

hi donna
hope all goes well and restored to his former glory.

[chanceyy]

It is so comforting to go online and read all your thoughts. John is still being kept under sedation following his op so that his body has a chance to heal - whenever they start to wake him up, he is in too much pain so they sedate him again. He is still in ICU and no word yet as to when he will get moved to the Trauma Unit or to Burwood but I will update as often as I can - God bless you all Donna

Bank account details for those that wanted them:

ASB Bank
acccount number 12-31-35 0074676-50

thanks Donna I will get a reg payment organised :) stay strong hon

[crashe]

It is so comforting to go online and read all your thoughts. John is still being kept under sedation following his op so that his body has a chance to heal - whenever they start to wake him up, he is in too much pain so they sedate him again. He is still in ICU and no word yet as to when he will get moved to the Trauma Unit or to Burwood but I will update as often as I can - God bless you all Donna

Bank account details for those that wanted them:

ASB Bank
acccount number 12-31-35 0074676-50

Thank you Donna for the update on how John is doing.
We do appreciate you taking a few minutes out of your time that you are spending with John to let us know how he is doing.


(((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaaa'
((((((((((( HUGS)))))))))))) to you as well Donna.

Keep strong.....

[_Gina_]

Evening Inline.....and Donna :)

Stify and I have made a donation to help with whatever it is that the two of you might need to make this journey more comfortable.

Thanks for the updates Donna, I really appreciate your doing this for us and others here at KB who really do care about John.

I can't help thinking of when I had damaged my knee and I thought I was not going to be able to ride my bike to get my Full Licence.
I appreciated talking to you (Inline) how positive you were to me about when I would be able to ride again....your words were all based around following the advise of the doctors and believing that I could make it happen....

Kia Kaha John & Donna.

If you are still in Chch when I come down on work next I will come and visit.

Gg
xxx

[Oakie]

Thanks for the update and for putting the account number up.
Deposit made.

[Sniper]

Thanks for the update and account details. the first post on the other thread has been updated to how.

Thoughts and best wishes are with you Donna

[RiderInBlack]

Dam I've been slow lately:gob: . Just catching up with this. Hope John is improving as he can and Ya are looking after ya-self too Donna. Thoughts are with ya.

Doug, The Rider In Black.

[Patrick]

Read the article in the paper and wondered if it was anyone we knew...only to find out who it actually was and then reading this awesome thread just now. I know your neighbour and met you briefly once, even disagreed on KB a few times but damn....no one deserves this.

If there is anything you, Donna and the family need, you know to just ask. There are enough locals here to help out with whatever...only too pleased to help out in any way I can.

All the best wishes in the recovery dude.

[apteryx_haasti]

Been overseas for 2 weeks and come back to read this.

Even though (like many others) I haven't met IL4 in the flesh, I've definitely had a laugh over some of his posts in the past. Not over this thread, though - hell of a thing to have happen. All the best John and Donna - stay strong.

A_H

[StoneChucker]

Everything I wanted to say has been PM'd to SpeedyChick.
Just briefly, my thoughts are with you, and a speedy recovery.

Dave.

[Juan]

Best wishes from this side of the planet.....

[nadroj]

Donna has asked me to update this thread on her behalf firstly by thanking everyone who has sent their best wishes and also to the generous people who have made donations.
John is still in intensive care on a respirator unable to talk (a tube down his throat) and under sedation. He is getting very frustrated with the tube and may require a tracheotomy to allow him to talk.
Donna returns to New Plymouth this weekend so John will be left with other family members in Chch in the mean time.
Also bug UP's to Speedygirl for the way she has taken in Johns whanau and looked after them as well as supporting Donna while in Chch.
Kevin

[crashe]

nadroj - That you so much for the latest update...... much appreciated.

I totally agree with big ups re: Speedygirl. You are awesome.





(((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))) 'son from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Dooly]

John is still in intensive care on a respirator unable to talk (a tube down his throat) and under sedation. He is getting very frustrated with the tube and may require a tracheotomy to allow him to talk.


Been there, done that for many months a while back.

It will be very frustrating for him, and will probably make him angry and other side effects.
If its possible to convey to him that it WILL get better, and support to that effect works wonders on a drugged up sedated mind usually.
Times passes so slowly when you are that side of the bed, but with the time passing, health improves.

My neighbour spent several months in Burwood this year after a fall from a horse and she's doing ok now, its taken a while but she's up and about ok.

Pass on my best wishes, and convey from my experiences that it may seem a real bastard now, but it will get better.

[Scorpygirl]

Thanks for update mate. Yip big ups to SpeedyGirl - awesome!! :yes:

Prayers and thoughts still coming for John and Donna. :love:

[Mom]

I am sending my thoughts to John and Donna too at this very stressful time...one day at a time is my advice, for both of them, my prayers and best wishes for the best out come for John after the accident, and my strength for Donna.....take care guys......

[thealmightytaco]

Brother! You gotta be kiddin'! Get well soon man, you keep that chat room alive!

I'm lost for words man, you're a champion, you'll be fine. See ya when ya get back.

Much love,
thealmightytaco

[kneescraper]

I'm new here and have never met you but I wish you all the best. Very very sad thing has happend but we must focus on the positive..even if its hard to see.

Best wishes.

[SixPackBack]

Hey Inline, we gathered just over a couple of hundred dollars on the Coro loop for you yesterday.
Thank ZRXer for organising the whip around.

[Coaster]

Hi everyone
I am back from Chch again following a long week of sitting with my man and talking to him and not getting any response - did remind me of being at home with him and him sitting there with his laptop engrossed in this site and me talking to him and not getting any response!!
John remains sedated but his infection is under control and the CT scan today showed that his lungs are finally healing and there is very little fluid left in them now (hurray) He is still needing a lot of help with his breathing though so the respirator remains in place and they are still discussing whether they will do the trachestomy or not - the type they want to do is a temporary measure and he still will be unable to talk but he doesn't have to be sedated which will be good.
He is looking good and the doctors are all really optimistic - he is going to be okay but it is just taking a long time for the healing process to happen
Thanks again for all your support, best wishes and monetary donations - all of us in John's whanau are just overwhelmed with the love and support that has been shown to us.
I will make sure I log on every couple of evenings and keep you all up-to-date on what is happening. I phone Christchurch every day just to keep up-to-date
Speedy girl - that is one awesome chick and I feel honoured to know her.

We were planning a small family wedding but what the hell we may need to have one hell of a reception that is open to all Kiwibikers that want to come!!

[MSTRS]

We were planning a small family wedding but what the hell we may need to have one hell of a reception that is open to all Kiwibikers that want to come!!

Thanks for the update Donna. Something positive like you mention will be brilliant medicine for John too. We are thinking of you both, always.

[Sniper]

Thanks for the update Donna.

Im waiting for the all clear before popping in to see John. You take care.

[MyGSXF]

Hi Donna

Thanks for the update!! So good to hear the infection is clearing!!! :yes: Thinking of you both lots. Look after yourself Donna, & remember to take time out for yourself! !

love & hugs

Jen :rockon:

[_Gina_]

Thanks for the update, your analogy with the laptop made me smile :yes:

The idea for the wedding is looking like something that many of us here would want to be present for.

Take care of you both.

Gina & Mark.
:sunny:

[Scorpygirl]

Thanks for the update Donna!! All the best! Yip there will have to be one hell of a reception/party!!! :gob: Count me in for clean-up/dishes!!! I do a mean tea-towel!!! :Punk:

[Meekey_Mouse]

Hey Donna... Thank you so much for the up-date!! Glad to hear things are starting to look up :)

I'm doing a triathlon in about 2 weeks, does any one know if it would be possible for me to some how do fundraising for John with it? Any idea's would be really appreciated, I don't want to hijack the thread so if you have any ideas please PM me.

Thanks!

Jas

[onearmedbandit]

Good to hear Donna. My thoughts are with you guys, hope to be able to see John soon.

[NighthawkNZ]

Being relitively new here I haven't had the privilage of speaking to Inline...

However hearing that another biker has had an off is never good... I hope he is doing well and recovers quickly..

Best regards
Nighthawk

[T.I.E]

just caught up with the thread, i cant believe it.
i hope your able to get online somehow, im speechless.
wit what has happened i only hope that you make the best of it all. and my thoughts are with ya.
any thing i can do let me know.

[chanceyy]

Hi Donna .. thanks for the updates, your both in my thoughts quite often.

once the all clear is given I will organise to come down to see john early in the new yr ...

& yeah most of KB would be honored to attend a massive celebration .. be a whole weekend affair ;)




jas just a thought .. get ppl to sponsor you .. for either the whole triathalon or each km completed ;)

[crashe]

Just gotten home from spending the the whole day and evenings with my friend being his 'buddy' support person up at "Hearty Towers" Greenlane Hospital, who has had a double lung transplant a few weeks back. Did it Monday as well til his partner got there to take over the night shift after she finished work.



Donna - Thank you so much for your recent update.
You guys are in my thoughts all the time.

Now about this wedding reception....... yep I shall be there.... and yeah scorpygirl does really great with the tea-towel.



((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[SwanTiger]

Fuck, this would explain why I get down to New Plymouth and have no response from John! Will come and see you soon mate.

[soundbeltfarm]

Thanks for the update Donna.

If you're gen up about inviting any kiwibiker to your wedding.
(not sure when it is)
not sure what you doing for the feed but i;ll donate an MT heifer or if it before i get them scanned i.ve got a beefy steer. and someone will butcher it into steaks and sausages or whatever you want if you doing a bbq or i hangi or whatever.
let me know if it either and you want a hand.
done plenty of bbq and quite a few hangi.
anyway all the taranaki kiwibikers would help im sure.
karl

[Coaster]

Mr Inline Four is doing okay - he has all them nurses running around after him while he lies back in bed and snoozes all day. He is much better now that he has got the tracheotomy and able to be less sedated, although still a bit dazed and confused. Seems to understand what he is being told though. Still no word on when he will be well enough to have visitors or when he will be moved to Burwood. My guess is that we will all know when he feels better because the first thing he will ask for is his computer! Speedygirl will let him know where the thread is as she is looking after his his laptop (and other toys) at her place.

You guys are all awesome and I am serious about having a huge reception for our wedding. I am planning it for early February 2008 around Waitangi Day so that it can be a weekend thing. Will post more details as I plan them.

Best wishes Donna aka Coaster

[yungatart]

Thanks for the update, Donna, you are in our thoughts constantly. Best wishes to you both.

[Scorpygirl]

Mr Inline Four is doing okay - he has all them nurses running around after him while he lies back in bed and snoozes all day. He is much better now that he has got the tracheotomy and able to be less sedated, although still a bit dazed and confused. Seems to understand what he is being told though. Still no word on when he will be well enough to have visitors or when he will be moved to Burwood. My guess is that we will all know when he feels better because the first thing he will ask for is his computer! Speedygirl will let him know where the thread is as she is looking after his his laptop (and other toys) at her place.

You guys are all awesome and I am serious about having a huge reception for our wedding. I am planning it for early February 2008 around Waitangi Day so that it can be a weekend thing. Will post more details as I plan them.

Best wishes Donna aka Coaster

Thanks for the update Donna. All the best to John, you and your family. :love: . I am thinking about you all a lot.

[babyB]

thats good to hear Donna thanks
thoughts and wishes are with you both
light n lov

[crashe]

Cheers Donna for your update.......
You take care of yourself as well...... all this running around and flying up and down the country will leave you very tired indeed. So do get to rest as well.

John, thinking about you heaps........ keep doing as the drs and nurses tell you..... and no argueing back at them, yep not even with your eyes....



((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Deviant Esq]

Haven't been on KB for quite a long time, but when I was first on IL4 was one who had positive things to say to me both on the forums and in the chatroom. Never had a chance to meet him in person but he came across as a really decent guy. I just can't believe it's happened. Can't turn my back for 5 minutes, honestly!

Just don't know what to say, I'm totally gutted that one of KB's finest (and a decent Canterbury bloke) has had that happen. My thoughts are with you guys absolutely. I'm glad you're still kicking IL4. Just remember that as long as you can draw breath you don't give up fighting this thing.

Any update on when he can take visitors? I leave for England in a little over two weeks, but I'd like to be able to drop in and visit if it's in any way possible. I'll be sure to bring something tasty in with me :)

Ryan

[Fat Tony]

The biking community never ceases to warm the cockles of my heart, and the KB one does it twice over. I haven't had the pleasure of meeting any of you guys yet, but those whom I've chatted with on KB have been nothing but friendly, helpful and amusing.

It's absolutely awful to hear about another biker getting injured like this, but reading through this thread really does go to show how much support you guys give each other - absolutely brilliant!

Here's wishing John, family and friends a fast road back to happyville.

[chanceyy]

thanks for the updates Donna - stay strong hon ..

& as soon as you have dates for the wedding I will book the days off from work :D

[Stroker Girl]

Hi Donna

Glad to hear John is making small but sure steps forwards. All the best for your upcoming wedding, sounds like its going to be some shindig!

We are heading down from Auckland to Taranaki for Xmas. If you need anything brought down please let me know.

Best wishes
Emma

[SixPackBack]

Haven't forgoten you brother. Mend well.

[klingon]

Ok call me slow... but I've only just found out IL4's Big News. Crikey. I've chatted to him in the chat room and he is always so helpful and kind and positive! You're a top bloke IL4 and we miss you!

It's actually a bit deja vu for me - my brother (also named John) had a car crash 17 years ago and broke T6 & T7. He had pins and plates inserted and has had to have a few ops over the years because with a crushing injury like that you can get bits of bone kind of floating around that have to be kept under control in case they start causing trouble!

Anyway my brother John had a girlfriend at the time and she stuck with him through the hard times. Now they're married and a couple of years ago they gave me twin baby nieces! :love:

They also own a couple of companies, one here and one in Canada. My bro buys up old cars and fixes them up as a hobby. All this from a wheelchair. So IL4 may have swapped one set of wheels for another [I know it's early days yet and I'm not assuming it's permanent, although it might be]. Wheels is wheels and I bet he'll be racing whatever kind of wheels he has before long!

Donna, look after yourself. Please spend some of the donated money on yourself. NOBODY will complain if you use it to get yourself something pretty to wear to cheer up you and your man. You've got a long haul ahead of you both. In the hard times just remember how many people are thinking of you and sending their love to you.

I would like to add my name to the list of people for you to PM or call if you EVER need ANYTHING, even just a midnight chat. Will PM you my phone number.

xxx
klingon

[Coaster]

John is doing better over the past few days. They are slowly reducing his meds and he is slowly working out what works and what doesn't by prodding himself and seeing what hurts. He stills has the tracheotomy in so cannot talk verbally but is becoming adept at writing down his needs and also facial and hand signals are working just fine.

His mum told me yesterday that when he got hold of the whiteboard his very first message was "it sure is hard to get a drink around here!" As it was only 11am I hope that he meant water and not his favourite Woodstock!!!

I second message was that he loves me - so that made me cry when Mum Megan told me. :love:

He is still spending a lot of time sleeping but if any of the Chch kiwibikers want to pop in for a short time over this weekend, I am sure that he would like that - just give ICU a call first to check what is the best time. He has no family except for Speedygirl there at the moment so it would be nice to know he had a visitor or two

Cheers Donna:rockon:

[crashe]

John is doing better over the past few days. They are slowly reducing his meds and he is slowly working out what works and what doesn't by prodding himself and seeing what hurts. He stills has the tracheotomy in so cannot talk verbally but is becoming adept at writing down his needs and also facial and hand signals are working just fine.

His mum told me yesterday that when he got hold of the whiteboard his very first message was "it sure is hard to get a drink around here!" As it was only 11am I hope that he meant water and not his favourite Woodstock!!!

I second message was that he loves me - so that made me cry when Mum Megan told me. :love:

He is still spending a lot of time sleeping but if any of the Chch kiwibikers want to pop in for a short time over this weekend, I am sure that he would like that - just give ICU a call first to check what is the best time. He has no family except for Speedygirl there at the moment so it would be nice to know he had a visitor or two

Cheers Donna:rockon:

Im sure they will all be there right on visiting time...... waiting to see John...... all lined up in their riding gear and helmets in their hands....
Thumping their way down the hall ways in their riding boots...


Awwwwwww aint he a hunny and so sweet...... (re second message)

But 11am is opening hours.... so it is time for a drink.

Donna - dont forget to take care of yourself as well.....
Nice to chat with you the other night.


((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[bugjuice]

Haven't forgoten you brother. Mend well.
ditto dude.. always thinkin and hoping for the best for ya

[Scorpygirl]

Thanks for the update Donna. I am glad that John is feeling a bit better. I hope he gets to see some of the KBers over the weekend. All the best to you too and I hope you get some rest.

[Maha]

"it sure is hard to get a drink around here!"

Love it....:2thumbsup
In true 'Naki' style...:yes:
Will have ya on a Lap Top in no time mate......

[apteryx_haasti]

Donna, look after yourself. Please spend some of the donated money on yourself. NOBODY will complain if you use it to get yourself something pretty to wear to cheer up you and your man.

I second this! A great idea, Klingon - nice one.

Donna - thanks for the updates. Although I don't know IL4 "in person" I wish you guys all the best and am glad to hear he is doing OK.

Take care of yourselves.

A_H

[Coaster]

Had good news yesterday from Speedygirl who said that John is much improved and in really good spirits. He has improved so much over the past couple of days that if he keeps up the good work they are now talking about his tracheotomy coming out in days rather than weeks. :sunny: That means I will be able to phone him up and talk to him in person. It also means that they may then transfer him to the trauma unit and he will be able to have his cell phone and computer so watch out because then he will be back on line!!!
I had ACC around on Friday to look at the house and give ideas as to what they think are the best ideas for modifications. Their first idea was to move :gob: but I put them straight and said that selling my house was not an option so they would have to work on making it liveable. The stupid thing is that the John will be assigned an OT and Case Manager in Chch when he goes to Burwood and so everything is going to take much longer because of me only going down once a month!! But I have an architect coming in the next couple of weeks and he will draw up the changes that I want and then it will be a matter of finding out how much ACC will cough up and how much we will have to fund. One of their ideas was for me to get a garage built at the back of the section but why would I want to do that when we already have a perfectly good garage:oi-grr:
Anyway that is my rant and rave for the week:done: Once again thank you for all your support and help
Donna

[crashe]

Cheers Donna for the update......

Thats great news for John........ coming along so well...
Wohoooooo well done John.


As for the ACC people telling you and wanting to put another garage on the back of your section ... Like WHAT ! Are they blind or something.
Tell them to open up their eyes and look at the other garage.
The money could be used for modifications to your home.

Oh well ACC do work in strange ways at times.

Dont let them get you down....... keep up the fight.




(((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))) 'son' from 'Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Sniper]

Great News Donna.

Keep strong and good luck

[Scorpygirl]

Thanks for the update Donna. I hope you don't get the continued run around from ACC. Keep up the good work John!!!

[onearmedbandit]

Good to hear. Can someone PM me when it's okay to visit John.

[yungatart]

Thats great news Donna! Long may it continue!
Our best to you both.

[chanceyy]

Awesome news Donna :)


Positive strides each week .. small steady steps are the way .. :D

John keep healing buddy .. we miss you !!!

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Hi Donna good to hear of the good progress are things still going well for him.
Thinking of the 2 of you always. Wendy

[Colapop]

You stick to your guns. lt's not about what the burauecrats want - it's about what's best for you and John. In these difficult times, remember that we are all still with you and John as well.

[Trudes]

That's great to hear Donna, keep on getting better John.

[babyB]

thats so way cool to hear Donna
thoughts and wishes are with you all
stay strong and look after yaselves

[apteryx_haasti]

Thanks for the update - that's very good news. All the best and take care of yourselves.

A_H

[riffer]

I hadn't checked this thread in a while so wasn't sure of John's progress but this is cheery news. Best wishes to John and you Donna.

[aff-man]

Good to hear he's on the mend.

Heal fast mate..

[Macktheknife]

Great news Donna! Yay for John, stay strong and keep your spirits up. Remember that you can get the case manager to deal with you anytime by phone or email and it would be a good idea to contact some people in your area who have similar situations to John, they will give you the low down on the traps to avoid in your modifications. Some things are a good idea on paper but need adjusting in practice.
Cheers for keeping us informed, looking forward to the reception!

[Coaster]

John is slowly beginning to improve and the nurses are encouraging him to be more independant and do things like shave and clean his teeth, instead of lying back and being waited upon:innocent:
His mum left today and has headed back to Perth so he has a couple of days on his own and then his son Brett who's 6 1/2 arrives for a few days accompanied by his mother (the EX-wife!!). They leave after the weekend and then its only 3 days before I arrive and I can't wait - the days are passing so slowly
John's biggest concern when his mum left was not who would be there to keep him company or to read to him (they have been reading The Hobbit) BUT would he run out of lemonade - he is allowed to have two sips an hour. He made his mum buy him several bottles of the stuff before she could leave to ensure that he would not run short!: The consultants have been around from Burwood and their latest plan is that John will be transferred there next week so he is there before Christmas. doctor: This all depends on whether or not his breathing keeps improving and whether they can get him down to the small portable ventilator
Thanks everyone for your continued kind wishes and help and also for the supportive PMs. You guys all rock:rockon:

Cheers Donna

[Sniper]

Thats great News Donna. Once he is allowed visitors, I'll be there, sorry, Im not the best reader though

[crashe]

Yay Donna that is great news.......... re Burwood.

Hope the visit with his son goes ok....... as that will be a huge thing for them both.


Thanks for the latest update....... much appreciated.


Ok so sniper doesnt like to read out loud...... But I am sure that there are other KBers in Chch that could help out.... even if they arent into the Hobbit...
Mind you by the time they have finished reading it to John, they may be hooked on it.






(((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Scorpygirl]

Great news Donna. Excellent to hear!!! I hope John keeps improving. Prayers and thoughts still heading your way!

[Colapop]

The dreaded EX!! She is half the woman you are *insert other derogatory remarks here*...

Great to hear John is improving. Everyday will bring new challenges and new successes. Keep it up John, you'll be back home before you know it.

[The_Dover]

I haven't forgotten about you Johnboy. Glad you're on the mend mate and I'll be down with some bourbons as soon as I get Maurice back on the streets earning me some coin.

[soundbeltfarm]

good news donna.
if you need any help just ask.
say gidday to john from me.

[_Gina_]

Hey John

Glad to hear things are going well.

Take care bud and we will no doubt see you online pretty soon.

:sunny:

Gg

[NotaGoth]

Fantastic news to read this morning... Please give John a hug from me... All my love and best wishes going you're direction...

I know I haven't been online much.. But a day hasn't gone by where I've not thought about John... And wondered how he's doing.....

Give the lit'lun a cuddle from T.... He's the sweetest little thing... Wanted to steal him but John just wouldn't let me...!!


Love

*kit*

[placidfemme]

Good to hear your on the mend slowly...

Tam n Sam

[SixPackBack]

Merry Xmas John. Will catch up with you early next year.Stay strong brother.

[SPman]

Its a long hard road ahead, but it sounds like you are starting to get traction. Hang in there John and hope you are feeling a bit better by Xmas!
Cheers SP

[steved]

The updates are great to read Donna. Keep strong both of you.

[Switch]

Wow, ive been a bit delayed about this. But sorry to hear about the crash. Hope il4 mends well :)
All the best :)

[ZorsT]

Glad to hear the good news. Best wishes

[madmal64]

Great news to the recovery. Each step is heading in the right direction. Bloody good:yes:
Thanks for the news.
John keep up the good work

[boomer]

Hi John & family; i'll read this thread fully tomorrow, but in the meantime i wanted to say hi and i'm still thinkin of ya.

it looks like your lady is in fine fettle and i'm sure shes a rock for ya;

Duncan

[Al]

Best wishes for a continued recovery.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Al&Thea

[thehollowmen]

Best wishes again. Still thinking about you.
If John is up for visitors and still in ICU let me know because I work at the main hospital.

[Coaster]

:innocent: Hi everyone
twas the night before Christmas (well almost) and John is astir - he is still in ICU because there are no beds out at Burwood and now looking at the beginning of January. I got some extra days off this week and came down on Sunday evening - speedygirl picked me up and we snuck me into ICU - she asked him if he wanted to phone me and he wrote her he was waiting for me to phone he thought I would have by now - so I pulled the curtain back next to his bed and said "or would you rather speak to me in person" His jaw dropped to the ground and he looked absolutely gobsmacked :gob: - it was a wonderful sight He has improved so much in this last week since I have arrived down here and it gladdens my heart to see. :love: He has finally got the confidence to be weaned off the ventilator during the day and is just using a dehumider through his trachy tube. :rockon: On Monday he wheeled himself halfway down the ward by wheelchair and he has been standing up each day on the tilt table which he loves. Yesterday they let down his trachy cuff for the first time and he spoke - his first words were "hi doll, I love you" :sunny: Then today he got his sister Rachel to go out and buy me a dozen red roses - who says that romance has died :innocent:
So this message goes out to all our kiwi biker friends to say "have a wonderful festive season" We think you are all wonderful people and please take care on the roads over the festive season - there are a lot of idiots out there in cars!!!!!!!!!!
Love IL4 and Coaster:done:

[chanceyy]

hi donna ..

this has just made my xmas .. you guys enjoy the xmas new yr period as well.

John keep healing buddy .. we have a wedding to head too this yr :D


will talk to you soon :D

[Meekey_Mouse]

That is awesome to hear!!! :rockon:

Made my week :)

Thanks for the update

[MyGSXF]

Hi John & Donna..

That is just THE BEST news to hear!!!! :2thumbsup

Absobloodylutely fantastic!!!!! :Punk:

Wishing you both a lovely christmas together!!! :hug:

love & hugs

Jen :rockon:

[SixPackBack]

Awsome coaster. Best wishes to you and John over the festive season.

[kneescraper]

Amazing news, great to hear he is up. What a awesome xmas pressie eh. Hope he improves, god bless.

[babyB]

way cool Merry christmas to yas

[_Gina_]

Wicked stuff Donna, we hope you guys have a great Xmas and an even better New Year.

Gina and Mark
xxx

[Leong]

Congratulations, that is great news and probably the best Christmas present ever!! I hope things get even better for you over the next few months.

[Clivoris]

That's great news Coaster and IL4. Added another smile to my day. Best wishes of the season.

[DMNTD]

Good to see that things are on the improve brother!!! :rockon:

[Edbear]

That's good news! John sounds like a very determined man and that'll stand him in good stead as he seeks to progress!

I'm sure you're passing on all the support from KB and we look forward to John posting back on here as soon as he's able.

All the best!

[RT527]

Man I must be a big softy ...That last update Brought a lump to my Throat.

So glad to hear things havnt changed between you both and may your :love: become even stronger.

Merry Xmas John and Donna.

[phantom]

That's fantastic , your love for each other will enable you to cope with anything life throws at you. Have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year:sunny:

[Sniper]

Brilliant news. Any chance of dropping in to wish him a merry xmas?

[Trudes]

It's nice to hear this awesome news!!! Keep mending John and we hope you both have a very merry Christmas!:sunny:

[laRIKin]

Although I do not know ether of you it is, fantastic news, brought a tear to my eye.
Hope you both have a wonderful Christmas and a even happier New Year.:rockon:

[Colapop]

Too smooth Johnboy, too smooth... Great to see you getting back on track (and on wheels) Oh god, has anyone warned the nurses???

Have a geat christmas and enjoy the new year.

[Skunk]

Great news, really good to hear.

[soundbeltfarm]

primo news.
have a good christmas you two and keep up the good work.

[madmal64]

Thanks for the update. Brilliant news. :yes:
Its always good to hear the progress that you are making IL4.
Thinking of you both
Merry Christmas

[crashe]

Awwwwwwwww blardy hell, John you have just made my xmas......:yes:


Keep on wheeling that wheelchair around the wards.....
Careful doing wheelies or even stoppies at this stage.
T'is also great to hear that you are getting to stand up in your machine..... WOHOOOOOOOOO

Im so glad that you are finally able to speak again.....
I guess now, you wont be able to shut up......... after being so quiet for so long

Pic's please...... of you wheeling around



Awwwwwww Donna he is such a blardy romantic aint he..... so lovely......



Merry christmas to you both........




(((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Oakie]

Well that's a nice lift for us on Christmas Eve. Put a smile on my face and a tear in Mrs Oakie's eye.
Best wishes to you both.

[Swoop]

Bloody excellent news!!!

A very merry christmas to you both!

John:love: Donna

[Scorpygirl]

Hi John and Donna

Just logged in again on broadband so can now type a message. Hope you guys had a good Christmas together. Great news to hear you are making good progress - that's excellent!!! Keep it up John. Rhino says hi too.

Lots of love and good wishes from us both!! :love:

[Smokin]

Great to see things are improving so well for you both. And thanks again for keeping us informed.

[pritch]

Pleased to read the positive news. Best wishes to you both for the coming year.

Kia kaha

[MyGSXF]

Wishing you both all the best for 2007!

Love & hugs

Jen :rockon:

[TonyB]

his first words were "hi doll, I love you" :sunny: Then today he got his sister Rachel to go out and buy me a dozen red roses - who says that romance has died :innocent:
Very smooth John:yes: Really good to hear that you are making progress

[Mr. Peanut]

Awesome news, looks like he'll be back giving me shit in no time ^_^
All the best for the new year! :sunny:

[Macktheknife]

Great news for you both! All the best for the new year, I bet John is looking forward being able to come home to be with you Donna. I know thats a while away but it is important to have goals right.
Take care of each other, he is such a softie!

[crashe]

Well 2006 is almost over........ and 2007 is rolling in soon.....

All the very best over the next few months... and soon you will be home.... back in the Naki.....

Roll on the day you get your laptop up and running then there will be no stopping you on KB......





(((((((((((((((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))))))) 'son'
from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[crashe]

Well my highlight of the end of 2006 was Inlinefour phoning me (last night 31st Dec 2006) to chat to me... wohooooooooo it was so blardy great to hear his voice.......

He is now in ward 19 in Chch hospital and sometime this week is off to Burwood Spinal Unit.

So he will soon have his laptop up and running and be back online real soon.....

I cant wait for that to happen.



((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))))))))) 'son'
from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa':love:

[Scorpygirl]

Well my highlight of the end of 2006 was Inlinefour phoning me (last night 31st Dec 2006) to chat to me... wohooooooooo it was so blardy great to hear his voice.......

He is now in ward 19 in Chch hospital and sometime this week is off to Burwood Spinal Unit.

So he will soon have his laptop up and running and be back online real soon.....

I cant wait for that to happen.




Great to hear he has been in contact with you Crashe. What a highlight!!! :yes: He has lots to catch up on when he gets back online - watch this space!! :sunny:

[Smokin]

That sure is great news and a fantastic way to kick off the new year.:rockon:

Keep up the great progress mate.:first:

[Hitcher]

I have good feelings about 2007. John's news is a great start.

[Coaster]

Just back from visiting John and we had a bit of bad news today - he has aspiration pneumonia which means more IV antibiotics and the worst part is he is nil by mouth again. He is already in withdrawals for his apple juice and blue powerade. BUT he is staying in Ward 19 and will keep the mini trachy in so can still talk and boy is he making up for lost time.
He has become physically unwell but is still emotionally quite chirpy. Is looking forward to going to Burwood Spinal Unit and starting the rehab. We watched a programme on Sunday morning called Attitude about the Wheel Blacks and one of them has a four wheel drive motorised wheelchair and John has now decided that would be a great thing to have.
He is slowly getting more confidence which is a great thing.

The wedding is going to be on Sunday 30th December 2007 so anyone who wants to come - PM me your details - name and address and then I will know where to send the invites. Everyone is welcome - it will be one big party and a brilliant way to end this year.

All the best for 2007 to everyone
Coaster and IL4:love:

[Colapop]

I'll definitely be there with bells on!!

[SpeedyGirl]

I'll definitely be there with bells on!!

Now that would be an interesting sight!!!!! Need help attaching them????? :innocent:

[Scorpygirl]

Just back from visiting John and we had a bit of bad news today - he has aspiration pneumonia which means more IV antibiotics and the worst part is he is nil by mouth again. He is already in withdrawals for his apple juice and blue powerade. BUT he is staying in Ward 19 and will keep the mini trachy in so can still talk and boy is he making up for lost time.
He has become physically unwell but is still emotionally quite chirpy. Is looking forward to going to Burwood Spinal Unit and starting the rehab. We watched a programme on Sunday morning called Attitude about the Wheel Blacks and one of them has a four wheel drive motorised wheelchair and John has now decided that would be a great thing to have.
He is slowly getting more confidence which is a great thing.

The wedding is going to be on Sunday 30th December 2007 so anyone who wants to come - PM me your details - name and address and then I will know where to send the invites. Everyone is welcome - it will be one big party and a brilliant way to end this year.

All the best for 2007 to everyone
Coaster and IL4:love:

The pneumonia is not good news to hear at all and I hope John will respond to the ABs. I am pleased he still gaining more confidence as this will stand him in good stead.

That Attitude programme on Sundays is really good and it gives you a really good insight into people with all types of disability and how they cope in the everyday world.

Rhino and I will try to be at your wedding. Will give you details soon.

Take care both of you. :love:

[crashe]

'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa' will be at 'son' and Donna's wedding......







(((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) 'son'
from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[crashe]

Latest update:

I have only just received this text from John (5th Jan at 15:25pm)


"In Burwood Now"


Onwards and upwards now in his recovery and rehab.........




(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[MyGSXF]

Latest update:

I have only just received this text from John (5th Jan at 15:25pm)


"In Burwood Now"


Onwards and upwards now in his recovery and rehab.........

YEEEEEFERKINHAAAAAAAA!!!!! :wari: :2thumbsup

That's bloody AWESOME news John!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :Punk:

Jen :rockon:

[crashe]

Yep so all those in Chch and surrounding areas......... can now go into visit him... and keep him all perked up......


(John Sandford - inlinefour)

[nadroj]

Just got the same txt.

You know what that means though!

Inline online very soon or as soon as Speedygirl gets his laptop to him.

[crashe]

Just got the same txt.

You know what that means though!

Inline online very soon or as soon as Speedygirl gets his laptop to him.

Hell yeah........ I can't wait.......... will be great having him back online again.

[yungatart]

That is great news!
All the best Johnny and Donna for '07!

[rc_36_rider]

never good to hear, my condolences to all concerned.
good luck on the recovery inline.

[Smokin]

That sure is great news mate.

[Toaster]

Inline - get well soon dude.

[Coaster]

Just to let you all know that John has been transferred to the Burwood Spinal Unit now - he went this afternoon and is stoked. He is in a side room for the weekend while he finishes recovering from his aspiration pnuemonia and then on Monday he goes into a shared room. :rockon:

Told him yesterday that I had bought a new house which is perfect for some-one in a wheelchair and his attitude now is that Burwood is a means to get fit and rehabed as quick as possible to get home and see his new place. He's happy because it has a study and he can have a tv and the X-box in our bedroom. :innocent:

Cheers Donna

[crashe]

Donna, it wont be too long before he is back home in the naki with you......
organising all the rooms to suit him........ :whistle:



((((((((((HUGS))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[Turtle]

Just to let you all know that John has been transferred to the Burwood Spinal Unit now - he went this afternoon and is stoked. He is in a side room for the weekend while he finishes recovering from his aspiration pnuemonia and then on Monday he goes into a shared room. :rockon:

Told him yesterday that I had bought a new house which is perfect for some-one in a wheelchair and his attitude now is that Burwood is a means to get fit and rehabed as quick as possible to get home and see his new place. He's happy because it has a study and he can have a tv and the X-box in our bedroom. :innocent:

Cheers Donna

thats great to hear donna.....does he have a mobile phn num I can contact him on ????? otherwise get him to give me a text on 0274858522.....all the best.... Dave

[madmal64]

Glad to hear that IL4 has made the next step forward. Sweet! Im down that way in about a month so if I get the chance I will make a visit.

[Scorpygirl]

Great to hear this news!!! :rockon: Onwards and upwards John!!! :love:

[inlinefour]

Finally back online and improving every day. Sadly my riding days are over however I will allways be keen on two wheels. All the bikes will eventually be sold as we have brought a new house and I have no need for them. Thankyou all very much for your help and support. It has been a humbling experence. Will still follow WSB GP and be keen to stay on here but with no ride :bye:
Im now at burwood and looking at learning a new lifestyle/recovery. Sonds like 2006 was not a good year for KBers havng accidents, condolances to all. Im :bye: just happy to be alive, have my arms and have no brain injury, thanks to the cheap hjc skid lid :yes:

[crashe]

Finally back online and improving every day. Sadly my riding days are over however I will allways be keen on two wheels. All the bikes will eventually be sold as we have brought a new house and I have no need for them. Thankyou all very much for your help and support. It has been a humbling experence. Will still follow WSB GP and be keen to stay on here but with no ride :bye:
Im now at burwood and looking at learning a new lifestyle/recovery. Sonds like 2006 was not a good year for KBers havng accidents, condolances to all. Im :bye: just happy to be alive, have my arms and have no brain injury, thanks to the cheap hjc skid lid :yes:

Hello 'son' welcome back to KB...............


I have missed you........





((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))
from 'maaaaaaaaaaaa'

[SwanTiger]

Good to hear from you John!

What's yah phone number down there?

[k14]

howdy mate. Will be up in chch from next monday so will pop in sometime and say hi.

[Sniper]

Bloody good to see you again.

[MSTRS]

Welcome 'home'. Is good to hear you are on the up. Gunna trick-out the new wheels with Ohlins etc??

[yungatart]

Welcome back!! It's been pretty quiet around here without your special brand of shit stirring!!

[Hitcher]

Welcome back, John. You've been missed!

[Cookie]

Welcome back! Very good to see a post from you again!!! :yes:

[LilSel]

Welcome Back!! :grouphug:

[Colapop]

Oh great, he's back! You'd best get the piss in this year coz the wedding is gonna be shit if I'm not shitfaced...

Good to have you back Johnboy...

[MyGSXF]

Welcome back John!!!! bloody great to have you here with us again!!! :Punk:

Jen :rockon:

[Trudes]

Good to see you back John, look forward to being subjected to more of your wit, humor and red reps!! (LOL, hey it's from people like you that the green is even more deservedly felt though!):rockon:

[Matt Bleck]

what Mrs Kendog said.....



welcome back.

[Mrs Busa Pete]

Great to have you back and to hear that you are on the road to recovery will be good to read your updates.
Keep smiling Wendy & Pete

[Zukin]

Hi John

Welcome back to the madhouse

Carissa and I will be in CHCH in mid Feb, we will try and call in on one of our few days off if that is ok with you?

Cheers
Scott & Carissa

[inlinefour]

MODERATOR Note

Two complaints re this thread, please keep it on track, this is not a argument about Stem Cell rights or wrongs, also possibly not appropriate on a thread containing supporting messages for IL4 and Donna.
Will be infracting for off topics here on in.

Stem cells are pretty interesting. In China they are lieing to patients, saying they need major surgery then experimentiing on them. Glad I live in NZ:dodge:

[SPman]

Welcome back John. :yes:

[gijoe1313]

tem cells are pretty interesting. In China they are lieing to patients, saying they need major surgery then experimentiing on them. Glad I live in NZ:dodge:

Heya Inline, most have been following your personal saga and it's great to hear you are back online - nice to know you still have your sense of humour and yeah, I'm chinese and thank gosh I'm a born and bred kiwi one! They're certifiably crazy over there! :msn-wink:

I bet you'll be catching up on a whole lot of reading now! Just remember, if any politicians do a tour through your ward, remember to throw something hard/sharp/smelly their way! :devil2:

Welcome back to the madhouse :shutup:

[Finn]

tem cells are pretty interesting. In China they are lieing to patients, saying they need major surgery then experimentiing on them. Glad I live in NZ:dodge:

My girlfriend likes Sperm Cells too. I just like the extraction process.

Good to see you posting again John. There's a bit to update you on mate. Quasi is no longer a mod, Indy is actually a girl, Dover really is a homosexual and I found out that Ixion is my biological father (I haven't told him yet). Oh yeah, WINJA is in jail and Crazy Steve's real name is Graeme Burton.

[Ixion]

My girlfriend likes Sperm Cells too. I just like the extraction process.

Good to see you posting again John. There's a bit to update you on mate. Quasi is no longer a mod, Indy is actually a girl, Dover really is a homosexual and I found out that Ixion is my biological father (I haven't told him yet). Oh yeah, WINJA is in jail and Crazy Steve's real name is Graeme Burton.

Oh dear. I haven't figured out yet how to break it to the boy that I'm actually his biological *mother* - from before I had the op. After all, wouldn't any woman who produced something like Finn!

[Finn]

Oh dear. I haven't figured out yet how to break it to the boy that I'm actually his biological *mother* - from before I had the op. After all, wouldn't any woman who produced something like Finn!

Okay, that explains your riding skills but this doesn't mean you can escape from your obligations.

[Scorpygirl]

Welcome back IL4. We have really, really missed you!!! :love: All the best for your recovery and rehab. You will always be a biker at heart and that's what matters most!! :scooter:

[Ixion]

Okay, that explains your riding skills but this doesn't mean you can escape from your obligations.

What! You mean you want to suck my tits? :shit:

[Finn]

What! You mean you want to suck my tits? :shit:

Great. Daddy is a kiddie fiddler.

[Smokin]

Bloody good hearing from you mate and so glad your recovery is coming along well, You sure have got a heap of catching up to do. :rockon:

[Grahameeboy]

Got a pm from Inline today.....made my day......an extract

cheers, can't see any point in not making the best out of the situation. just need to learn how to live my new lifestyle. KBers have really impressd me and its good to know I can stick around wthout a bike.

[Grahameeboy]

Great. Daddy is a kiddie fiddler.

Now who was that telling me to keep on topic Mr Finn.....................

[Korea]

Great to hear that IL4 is back~
Heard the news while I was still in Korea and kept checking up for progress. Back in NZ now and great to hear things are going better all the time. Keep KB posted and see you in the chat room soon...

[ZorsT]

Welcome back John. Good to see you posting again

[Oakie]

Welcome back John. Good to have you back online.
I live about 2 minutes ride from Burwood so if there's anything I can do for you, just yell. I'll PM you my contact numbers in due course.

Any idea how long you'll be in Burwood for?

[apteryx_haasti]

Welcome back, Inline!

All the best for Burwood and to getting back home to your new place.



:yes:

[mstriumph]

welcome back to the madhouse, fella - good to see you posting again! :rockon:

[Storm]

Great to hear it mate, heal up quick smart :D

[chanceyy]

hey John .. great to see you have finally made it to burwood .. Donna has been great keeping updated with your progress .. now that 2006 is behind you .. lots to look forward to in 2007 .... esp the wedding :D

look forward to talking to you again in chat soon .. take care buddy .. & I am sure it will not take much to trick out your wheelchair :D

[madmal64]

Good to have you back online. Your wit & posts have been missed.
Welcome back:rockon:

[inlinefour]

Visited by Speedygirl and Frosty last evning. Awesome to meet KBers in person. Visiting hours are 1-8pm and althouth I was asked 2 visitors at a time, the more the merrier(sp). I'm trying my hand soon at wheelchair. Look forward to mastering it, hopefully they are as easy to wheelie as the DRZ and CR. :rockon:

[Storm]

Carbon fibre wheels, alloy hubs titanium fasteners- the world of wheelchair bling awaits you

[crashe]

Visited by Speedygirl and Frosty last evning. Awesome to meet KBers in person. Visiting hours are 1-8pm and althouth I was asked 2 visitors at a time, the more the merrier(sp). I'm trying my hand soon at wheelchair. Look forward to mastering it, hopefully they are as easy to wheelie as the DRZ and CR. :rockon:

Yep you will soon be wheelieing around on the two back wheels real soon....
Learning to do jumps off curbs and flying back up those curbs......
Doing your own burnouts/donuts in the wheelchair as well.

It wont/shouldn't take too long to master the wheelchair....

Build up your upper body strength and you will be having wheelchair races with Motobob.





((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[peanuteater]

Great to see you back online-youve helped a lot of peoples out in various ways, just want to say keep it positive and look forward !!

[ZeroIndex]

Welcome back dude, hope your recovery goes smoothly :)

[Qkchk]

Welcome back dude, hope your recovery goes smoothly :)

Lots of love and cuddles from the Qkkies............

[Meekey_Mouse]

YAY!!! So good to see you back online :rockon: :woohoo:

Jas

[riffer]

Great to hear you back again John.

You know, I used to work next to a guy who played in the NZ Wheelchair Rugby team - murderball, the Yanks call it.

You never know, coming from the 'naki it may just be your thing. :Punk:

Still, early days yet. Best wishes for the recovery. -Simon

[Deviant Esq]

Hey John, good to see you online again. I tried to get in to visit you before I left the country, but there was just such a humongous amount of stuff to organise I ran out of time to do half the things I meant to do before leaving. Still, I'm glad to hear you're up and about again. You'll have to settle for me bringing something back from the UK for you. What size t-shirt do you wear? :rockon:

[inlinefour]

Hey John, good to see you online again. I tried to get in to visit you before I left the country, but there was just such a humongous amount of stuff to organise I ran out of time to do half the things I meant to do before leaving. Still, I'm glad to hear you're up and about again. You'll have to settle for me bringing something back from the UK for you. What size t-shirt do you wear? :rockon:

xxl, will still be inn Burwood when you get back, enjoy your stint overseas.

[Colapop]

xxl
Hahaha!! Johnny's a fat bastard!! - Oh shit XXL is small on me ... dammit!

[Coaster]

It seems really odd not having to do any updates anymore - of course I was always so polite and politically correct and wrote such nice things about my better/other half - complete opposite of him in fact:whocares: Donna

[crashe]

It seems really odd not having to do any updates anymore - of course I was always so polite and politically correct and wrote such nice things about my better/other half - complete opposite of him in fact:whocares: Donna

Donna - You keep on keeping us up todate with the updates......... cos we know you will tell us the correct stuff......... we know John of old....... :whistle::yes:




(((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))) for you Donna.
Cos you also need them.:yes:








((((((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))) 'son' from 'maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa'

[inlinefour]

Hahaha!! Johnny's a fat bastard!! - Oh shit XXL is small on me ... dammit!

was 115kg, got weighed yesterday and are 92.1kg. Basically because of the injury I have to wear very baggy clothing. Now, who is the fattest of all the fat bastards??? :shit:

[riffer]

was 115kg, got weighed yesterday and are 92.1kg. Basically because of the injury I have to wear very baggy clothing. Now, who is the fattest of all the fat bastards??? :shit:



Jeez mate, that's a drastic weight loss program...

[Swoop]

John, it is good to see you back here!
All the very best wishes for 2007. I know it will be a year of change.


Got a pm from Inline today.....made my day......an extract

cheers, can't see any point in not making the best out of the situation. just need to learn how to live my new lifestyle. KBers have really impressd me and its good to know I can stick around wthout a bike.
Damn right on that one!:niceone:

[Colapop]

was 115kg, got weighed yesterday and are 92.1kg. Basically because of the injury I have to wear very baggy clothing. Now, who is the fattest of all the fat bastards??? :shit:
Ooo bugger! F*ck you, You win...

One of the bits of metal you got up your butt isn't a 100mm sewer outlet is it??!!??

[NotaGoth]

John......I don't think that there has been a single day gone by where you haven't been missed.... You've been in my thoughts.... And I know for a fact so many others have been thinking about you.... And wishing you the very best......... I'm so happy to log on and see that you're back online...... Its fantastic...... All the best for 2007 John.... I hope things go well for not only you... But Donna also..... I look forward to catching up with you again one day.....

All my love....

*kit*

xoxo

[Edbear]

Have to concur with most of the (on topic) posts here. I don't know you except through KB but can't help but be moved by your situation.

Having been confined to a wheelchair, (which I never thought I'd get out of), I have personal experience of the challenges you face. It is great to see you have a good sense of humour and the strong support of so many friends and family.

Once a biker, always a biker and never think you don't belong here because you can no longer ride.

All the best for your rehabilitation, perhaps you and Paul can be of encouragement and support to each other, as well.

Mrs. Edbear and I offer our kindest regards and thoughts.

[SixPackBack]

Hey John. When you gettin' that trike?:rockon:

[SwanTiger]

Hey John keep the RD250LC and mount its engine in your wheel chair, next week when I get a new arc welder I'm mounting a 125cc two stroke (GT125 p-twin :blip: ) into a wheel chair. The engine is dropping one cylinder and the points are fucked so need to do some modifying with exhuast and shit but she still pulls 60 kmp/h in an RG frame on the one cylinder so all good. Give you a race!

[RT527]

I reckon a trike Chariot would be kool....So instead of the engine in the back like most have ..have a normal position motor then have an area thats like a chariot with ramps in the back that way john just rolls on in pulls up the ramp and off he goes wonder if you used a shaft driven bike as a start then add an axle and diff and build the area above for the wheelchair with the handle bars coming right back .

wonder if we have any mechanics with the parts etc to be able to build something like that .

[RiderInBlack]

Trikeworks Taupo have done quite a few cool bike-ta-trike conversions. Most Trikes I've seen have the engine in "normal" bike position. Racey Rider had a cool avatar of a R1 trike at one time.
The only one's I've seen with the engine in the back are the homey VW conversion jobshttp://www.vwtrike.net/images/hidden3.jpg.

[Colapop]

Let's get him outa Burwood first!

[RT527]

nothing wrong with giving John something to aim for is there?

[placidfemme]

Good to see you posting again... I don't keep up with KB much anymore... but hopefully your doing well :)

[Zukin]

Hey IL4

Are we allowed to visit you in mass?
As you know we are coming through CHCH next month and I thought it would be good to make a KB get together and visit you?
Bring in a few things for ya:shutup:

Cheers Scott

[ynot slow]

was 115kg, got weighed yesterday and are 92.1kg. Basically because of the injury I have to wear very baggy clothing. Now, who is the fattest of all the fat bastards??? :shit:

shit i did the opposite i was 64kg when i went in for cancer surgery,brother went in to have colonoscopy he was 76k i told him you fat bastard,nurse not sure what we were on,now 3 1/2 yrs on still here but i'm about 85kg,only good thing was weight loss lol,keep your positive outlook.i know you'll here it all the time but there's always someone worse off

[Zukin]

Hi John

It was good to catch up with you today (finally)
Great to see you in good spirits and to generally talk about things in general.

We look forward to catching up with you in the Naki, and dont forget to stir those Cantabs up when they get beaten by the Canes:yes:

Cheers Scott

[SDU]

It was good to meet you & Scott yesterday!

I luv your humour! & hope to get out to see you again sometime.
Cantabs don't need to be too worried about the Canes winning we should be more worried about you running over our toes in malls deliberately while doing a wheelie at the time :dodge: :rockon:

[crashe]

((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))))))) son
from Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[Kittyhawk]

*big biker hug to ya*

[Coaster]

To everyone who has been so supportive over the past 7 months - thanks I really appreciate it. There is no easy way to put this but John has decided that he wants to go his own way and has broken off our engagement - actually he has broken off our relationship completely and just wants to be friends!!!

This has absolutely blown me away as I was not expecting it at all but life has to go on and you either get on with it or lose it!

See you all around on the site

Donna

[Joni]

I wish you well Donna.
:spudwave:

[riffer]

Damn. Sorry to hear Donna.

Best of luck to you both.

[MSTRS]

Oh bugger. Time and patience? We are here for both of you, if needed.

[NotaGoth]

Not exactly something that I ever thought I would hear... Its ashame... But I know I have to respect that decision that has been made.. As what happens here on in is both yours and Johns decision... I'm sorry that things have been so stressful for the two of you... You are definately two fantastic people who deserved the best.. Nothing less..

Love
*kit*

[inlinefour]

To everyone who has been so supportive over the past 7 months - thanks I really appreciate it. There is no easy way to put this but John has decided that he wants to go his own way and has broken off our engagement - actually he has broken off our relationship completely and just wants to be friends!!!

This has absolutely blown me away as I was not expecting it at all but life has to go on and you either get on with it or lose it!

See you all around on the site

Donna

I really appreciated all you have done for me and I acknowledge that I have hurt you but also need to break free and live my own life. I am really really pleased that we are still friends because your awesome...:yes:

[crashe]

Coaster/Donna and Inlinefour/John: You are both friends of mine.

You both know how to get hold of me at any any given time.


The reason you guys, have made this decision is between the two of you and no one else.

I wish you both the best.



Son (((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))) from Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Donna ((((((((((HUGS)))))))))))

[JimO]

To everyone who has been so supportive over the past 7 months - thanks I really appreciate it. There is no easy way to put this but John has decided that he wants to go his own way and has broken off our engagement - actually he has broken off our relationship completely and just wants to be friends!!!

This has absolutely blown me away as I was not expecting it at all but life has to go on and you either get on with it or lose it!

See you all around on the site

Donna

i feel he is giving you a shot at a "normal" life

[Macktheknife]

Very sorry to hear this news, I wish you both the best.

[inlinefour]

i feel he is giving you a shot at a "normal" life

but I'm buggered if I can figure what exactly normal is eh... :mellow:

[Matt Bleck]

Whoa!? Not what I was expecting to read.... All the best for things to come in the future to both of you!

[Grahameeboy]

but I'm buggered if I can figure what exactly normal is eh... :mellow:

Like I said John...............:gob:

[The Pastor]

You can buy wheelchair friendly bikes/trikes eh? Trikes are fun, build them right and you can still get on two/one wheels :D

All the best IL4, hope you have a blast in whatever you decide to do.

[Grahameeboy]

You can buy wheelchair friendly bikes/trikes eh? Trikes are fun, build them right and you can still get on two/one wheels :D

All the best IL4, hope you have a blast in whatever you decide to do.

Yep I have seen an SV version with a wheelchair attached to it......

[chanceyy]

real sad news guys

wish you all the best in the future ...

[Smokin]

Damn, All the best to you both, I bet it wasn't an easy decision to make but no doubt the right one for your own reasons. Good luck guy's.

[Storm]

Sorry to hear that, however, tomorow is another day. Hope it all goes well for you two in the future

[inlinefour]

You can buy wheelchair friendly bikes/trikes eh? Trikes are fun, build them right and you can still get on two/one wheels :D

All the best IL4, hope you have a blast in whatever you decide to do.

I'm thinking of later down the line getting a trike with a Jap car engine and auto gearbox which will need to be converted to hand controls (cost of about 4 grand alone). I've just had to argue like fark with LTSA, who until today was going to take my motorcycle licience from me (not without a fight). Finally found a staff member who could and would answer my questions and after a short simple exchange of viewpoint, I get to keep my motorcycle licience on the understanding that any ride I have in the future is kitted out with the hand control I need as a paraplegic. Farking sweet!!!!
:rockon:

[ynot slow]

best of luck to you both,life goes on all the same,good you can be friends

[yungatart]

Sorry to hear of your news, you two.
All the best to both of you.

[RiderInBlack]

I'm thinking of later down the line getting a trike with a Jap car engine and auto gearbox which will need to be converted to hand controls (cost of about 4 grand alone). I've just had to argue like fark with LTSA, who until today was going to take my motorcycle licience from me (not without a fight). Finally found a staff member who could and would answer my questions and after a short simple exchange of viewpoint, I get to keep my motorcycle licience on the understanding that any ride I have in the future is kitted out with the hand control I need as a paraplegic. Farking sweet!!!!
:rockon:How about this that I saw in Spank's Gallery http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/photopost/data/500/cool%20quad.jpg

[Trudes]

How about this that I saw in Spank's Gallery http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/photopost/data/500/cool%20quad.jpg

OMG, that's almost quite cool!! Love the paint job!

[SDU]

Sorry to hear you are going your separate ways. I wish you both well for the future.

[inlinefour]

How about this that I saw in Spank's Gallery http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/photopost/data/500/cool%20quad.jpg

However I need a gap in frount of the seat to get my legs through and somewhere to put my wheelchair, be and awesome ride that bugger!

[Colapop]

A little bit of thought and a little bit of enginmaneering and we'll see you right Johhny B! Sort something so you can lay on the tank riding it!!

[Scorpygirl]

Sorry to hear this news John and Donna. Take care both of you. Love and hugs.

[Bullitt]

How about something like the trike they did on American Chopper
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/b/ba/AmericanChopper_FANtasyBike4_1.jpg

[nadroj]

Happy to say John's back in New Plymouth & settling into his flat at Omahunui on the corner of Northgate & Mangorei road. It will take a few days to get comfortable & stocked up and he'll be back online when the phone line is sorted. Cheers to everyone who has had a hand in helping him - he really appreciates it. We may need a local roster to pop in & make sure he's behaving himself and running errands as although he is able to drive by himself John is unable to get his current wheelchair into his car with him.
Cheers
Kevin

[SDU]

We may need a local roster to pop in & make sure he's behaving himself and running errands as although he is able to drive by himself John is unable to get his current wheelchair into his car with him.
Cheers
Kevin

Don't expect him to behave do you!

Can't believe they didn't sort a chair to suit -but at least you're be able to use the drive-throughs for snacks

[inlinefour]

Just reread this thread after getting back home in the naki and back online. YOU PEOPLE ARE FARKING AWESOME!!!:rockon:

[Sniper]

Just reread this thread after getting back home in the naki and back online. YOU PEOPLE ARE FARKING AWESOME!!!:rockon:

You are not so bad yourself dude.

All the best