Putting up the roadside cross - The forgotten highway

**MSTRS:Me** · 11th January 2009, 16:02

What can one say? I was there in spirit, Kari. And I am glad that you were able to do this for yourself, and got home safely.

**Paul in NZ** · 11th January 2009, 16:12

This is a c#$t of a thing.... Dammit...

Top points for sharing Kari, cannot have been easy. If you need anything let me know eh?

**Kendog** · 11th January 2009, 16:45

As others have said, thanks so much for sharing.
It is inspiring reading your posts and talking to you.

**ajturbo** · 11th January 2009, 17:03

wow... thanks kari...
BabyB and i did that ride over easter last year, in the wet.... no mater what the weather.. i love that area....

**Gareth51** · 11th January 2009, 17:06

Thanks for Sharing that with us Kari
I will stop there for a minute or two and think of Brett while doing the Chateau to Plateau in a couple of weeks
Gareth.

**boman** · 11th January 2009, 17:25

Very well written, and it looks like a fitting memorial for your partner. I had to do the same for my 26 year old wife 6 months ago, so I have a fair idea of what you are going through. You have an amazing group of friends, from what I have seen written, they certainly help to keep you sane under the circumstances.

Keep your chin up.

Darren

**Hitcher** · 11th January 2009, 19:04

That east Taranaki hill country is one of this planet's very special places, and the best way to experience it is on a motorcycle traversing SH43 -- in either direction. I have a rich tapestry of experiences relating to that part of the world dating back to my earliest memories. Grub's untimely death is another special moment for me in that context.

Thanks for sharing your story, Kari. I shall stop at "Grub's corner" next time I pass that way.

**oscarnz** · 11th January 2009, 19:32

Kari, its takes a strong person to write and share what you have been and done for Grub, and you are this person.

Thoughts are with you honey, just remember he will always be your guiding light during those rough times.

Big hugs

**Daffyd** · 11th January 2009, 20:41

You're a brave girl doing what you have done. I have much admiration for you.

Well done, girl!

**Funflea** · 11th January 2009, 21:53

This post is testament to the very special love that you shared with Brett, your commitment to helping others understand and the outstanding person that you are.

It is wonderful that you were able to complete this ride and to place the cross, I will also make the trip to that special place one day, probably not on a bike unfortunately though.

I agree that the services need to be made accountable for their errors in the hope that someone else will benefit, let me know if you want me to put pressure on as well.

Thank you again Kari, our family is enriched by having you as a part of it.

Love Flea

**Genestho** · 11th January 2009, 22:06

Kari.

I also would encourage a beacon or locator thingy whatsit, there was quite a delay in location by the ambo to "our" accident too, by nearly an hour - the golden hour.

Which is to be addressed in pt 2 of "our" inquest, amongst another couple of incidents in relation.

There was no cellphone reception, so someone had to run to a top of a hill, it was a long time for any help to arrive..so guys, Id encourage riding with these things.

Cheers Kari, thinking of you hun. Take care.

**KoroJ** · 11th January 2009, 22:08

Yeah, long day, good ride and good riding Kari. I was pretty shagged last night but...!

**Charlie41** · 11th January 2009, 22:14

You are an amazingly strong women!!
Thank you for sharing this with us!!! That cross looks great there!

**birdhandler** · 11th January 2009, 22:39

You guys obviously did a lot for motorcycling in Wellington judging by the feedback, i was impressed by the offers of support and condolence.

Could i suggest a sat phone and a GPS when venturing into the wilds

telecom offers one its a mere $2,250.00 but can priobable be begged, borrowed or stolen. Did not check vodaphone

http://www.telecom.co.nz/content/0,8...201928,00.html

Can i also make a small plea about emergency services in rural areas are volunteers so they are likely to be at home on the PC , feeding the dog etc when the pager goes off and this is reflected in their response time.

Cheers

**KoroJ** · 11th January 2009, 22:48

Originally Posted by birdhandler

....................Can i also make a small plea about emergency services in rural areas are volunteers so they are likely to be at home on the PC , feeding the dog etc when the pager goes off and this is reflected in their response time.

Cheers

First responders aren't the problem. It's the dick on the phone that is told 3-5Km east of the Tangarakau gorge & asks, "What street address is that?" .....then sends an ambulance from Stratford to Douglas!!??