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.
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.
Do you realise how many holes there could be if people would just take the time to take the dirt out of them?
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?
As others have said, thanks so much for sharing.
It is inspiring reading your posts and talking to you.
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....
what a ride so far!!!!
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.
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
"No matter what bike you ride. It's all the same wind in your face"
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.
"Standing on your mother's corpse you told me that you'd wait forever." [Bryan Adams: Summer of 69]
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.
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If you can't be good, be good at it
Live is too short, live it to the fullest
You're a brave girl doing what you have done. I have much admiration for you.
Well done, girl!
"Statistics are used as a drunk uses lampposts - for support, not illumination."
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.
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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.
ter·ra in·cog·ni·taAchievement is not always success while reputed failure often is. It is honest endeavor, persistent effort to do the best possible under any and all circumstances.
Orison Swett Marden
Yeah, long day, good ride and good riding Kari. I was pretty shagged last night but...!
How a man wins shows much of his character....How he loses shows all of it!!"
Knute Rockne
You are an amazingly strong women!!
Thank you for sharing this with us!!! That cross looks great there!
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
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How a man wins shows much of his character....How he loses shows all of it!!"
Knute Rockne
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