Sharing this with helps each one of us appreciate just how precious life and relationships are.
For us this has been a miserable year, too many friends with health issues for my liking.
We're here for you both, it takes all of us pulling together to get through these events.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a successful recovery.
Sam Prayers and Thoughts for you and your family God Bless
I guess the fact of the matter is that this could effect each and every one of us or at least someone we know.
AJ
Sam, you and Sue are still in our prayers. You're an inspiration to all of us.......and you are a inspiration to each of us. thank you. spyder
This morning as I am sitting on the back porch, I am thinking of Sam and the surgery he is going through today.Same here Mikey! May God be with you today Sam & Sue.
May God be with you Sam and guide the surgical team through this operation.
Prayers sent for you and your family.
Mike
I know that Sam is having surgery tomorrow and I know that we all wish him well. Now that he is not going to be logged on for a bit I would like to hear from some of you guys that know Sam and Sue. I would think at this point that they could use our help in more ways then one. If we can do something then I'm sure it would ease Sam's mind a little so he can focus on getting better. You can send me a PM or e-mail me on what they need. If you know them please let me know. And Sue if your reading this please know that we care for Sam a great deal and wish him luck. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the morning. GOD Bless you both.
Your friend
Chris
Just thinking of Sam and hoping all went well.Me too. I was hoping that Sue would post for us. But I going to continue to pray extra hard.
Waitin and prayin......
That's great news to hear from you directly also, Chappy. We'll continue to send our prayers your way. Now, rest and get strong. ;) spyderDitto!!! :2vrolijk_21:
That's great news to hear from you directly also, Chappy. We'll continue to send our prayers your way. Now, rest and get strong. ;) spyder
Sam, thanks for the needed update. You've got a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving! How about a family picture?Sam, hard10 is right. Family picture is requested to be posted this week. And we don't want you taking the pic. LOL :daisy:
This just in!!Congratulations Sam that is awesome!!!!!!!
It's not a complete family photo, but it's a scan of the newest members to my line. My son Shaun and his wife Amy are giving me and Sue our newest grandchildren. Twins are cool because Sue is an identical twin as was my mother. We have been waiting for twins quietly for some time now. Due date is late May early June. Not sure of sex or if identical yet but hopfully will know by next ultrascan.
I hope the scan of the twins is clear enough to see.
Just another reason to be thankful.
Sam aka chappy(http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f67/limozn/Amyspictures-1.jpg?t=1259101022)
Sam,You maybe on to something here, and Chappy we are going to need you and Sue to help. Every night at 9:30 we all join Charlie and his wife in a power Prayer session. I know a lot of riders read the post to keep up with Chap so I know they will join in too. Ok everybody we all know what we will do tonight all at the same time 9:30. The Power of Pray you have to love it. GOD Bless everyone.
Your words are a powerful testimony to the genuine spirit of hope. A trait we all should desire to possess and proclaim.
Here’s wishing you and your family a, MERRY CHRISTMAS! And a, HAPPY NEW YEAR!
I will accompany this Christmas wish with a promise: Every evening at 9:30PM my wife and I will lift you and your family in prayer.
Praying for you and yours,
Charlie
Sam my wife & I are on the prayer list for the 9:30. God bless don't know what else to say but will continue to make the 9:30 group prayer!Thanks for adding to the 9:30 pray list, I know there are many on the list. The power of prayer, you got to love it. :)
Russ & Syma
...You have so many people pulling for Sam that don't voice it. Keep on with the keeping on.
Take care, Sue
Hi Sam & Sue,Well said Howie :2vrolijk_21:... I'd like to ditto this post Chappy and Sue you have been a true inspiration... what you have given by sharing your journey and showing your strength is way beyond what any of us could ever give you. God Bless.
It was to outstanding to read that Sam has been able to throw a leg over already this year. Got to admit I might be just a bit jealous as I have to many chemicals on the road to be out myself ... yet. Prayin' for rain here :2vrolijk_21:
I would like both of you to know that from my perspective if there's thanks to be given here it should be from me to you. Your heartfelt openness has been an inspiration beyond description. Seriously, I don't know how to express how the way you've chronicled your journey has inspired me. And, I'll go out on a limb and suggest there may be many good folks here you've touched in ways you'll probably never know.
So my friends ... thank you and God Bless!!!
Howie
Hi family and friends,
I made it through treatment 2 of three, 3rd treatment tomorrow. Going to hang in there for the long haul. I did get an appointment set for March 30 for my next c-scan, that the test that sets the stage for the next plan of attack. At this point a PET-scan still hasn't been set yet, nor has a date for radiation (or not). But I am set up to have more chemo on the the 5th of April for the next cycle of 3 treatments. Those may or may not bee the same as I'm having now, the c-scan will tell that tale.
On a two wheeled note. I'm hoping to get out for a ride this weekend, Yup I'm hoping. It's supposed to be in the 60s. Got to love that for an early spring. I'm hoping I'll have my heritage springer running by than too. I think it might be the gas so I'll drain the tank and put in some nice new gas and change the plugs for good messure. I have a new batt on the shelf so maybe that will get the charge blast and be all set for a ride. I never did get to putting the sidecar on, and now with all what's going on maybe I won't get to it at all.
But, now it's off to bed again, sleep for another couple hours or so. For all of you that are riding, I wish I was right there with you on two wheel. For all of you offering your hospitality, please know, to just be able to put my right hand in your hand to shake and say hello face to face, with my friends will surely be a day on the list of best days lived by this country boy. I can hardly wait. I'll let you know of the route and planned times as soon as I get it together.
your friend
Sam chappy.
I don't write often in your thread Sam. After reading it there's usually little left to say and nothing left to add. The story is all yours. Only wanted to say good luck with the rides your planning, ride safe, keep strong and get that guy to mow your grass again. :2vrolijk_21:
but I bet you’re getting sick of reading.
Sam /Sue,Yeah !! what Mike said. Hope all is well
Just wondering how you are doing? Think about the two of you every day. Pray that all is well and the weather is warm enough for riding.
God Bless!
Mike
your friend
Sam, that's wonderful man. Amazing in every possible way. No words to do it justice sir. Damn you're inspiring.
Not to be a dark cloud at all, but the entirety of the history still has a part that pisses me off. Got to admit my biases up front. Don't trust doctors any farther than I can ride them (two-up). It's a bias that comes from too many errors in my father's care and others I've witnessed. But you had a group of professionals willing to send you home to die. With little more than a pat on the ass and a patronizing "we're not here to make it worse."
Obviously the focus is on the miracle; and the future. As it should be. Some small part of me would still be pissed though.
Sam, that's wonderful man. Amazing in every possible way. No words to do it justice sir. Damn you're inspiring.
Not to be a dark cloud at all, but the entirety of the history still has a part that pisses me off. Got to admit my biases up front. Don't trust doctors any farther than I can ride them (two-up). It's a bias that comes from too many errors in my father's care and others I've witnessed. But you had a group of professionals willing to send you home to die. With little more than a pat on the ass and a patronizing "we're not here to make it worse."
Obviously the focus is on the miracle; and the future. As it should be. Some small part of me would still be pissed though.
Sam :-) I look forward to the day I get to shake your hand and give you a hug when we meet out on the road my friend.
Marty
Sam,X 2
It's been a week since we've heard from you,
I pray all is well and you have been out riding!
Just wondering!!
God bless my friend,
Mike
I wonder how many other guys there are like me that don't say much, but are still praying for you every day? Best to you and Sue.I know your not alone in your quiet support HLG. Still hanging with you Sam & Sue!!!
I think I'm going to get on my motorcycle and take a ride with the goal of getting the cobwebs out of my head. This ride must be soon because as you know, shorter days and the cold of winter is soon on us here in NH.
I've got tjust about all the bugs worked out so the plan is just about written in stone.I'm leaving in the rain on Wednesday the 29th of September.Sounds like one heck of a route there, enjoy the ride.
Goes like this:Sunapee, NH to Hartford, CT to Scranton, PA to Maggie Valley, NC to Chattanooga, TN to Jasper, TH to Jacksonville, AL to Milton, FL to Tampa, FL to Savannah,GA to Lawrenceville, GA to Dacula, GA to Scranton, PA to Hartford, CT to Sunapee, NH Roughly 4000 miles give or talk.
It's a great plan and lots of sites to see.
the only bad thin is I am starting chemo again as soon as I get home. Man, I got to tell Ya, it just isn't any fun doing chemo. * hours on Monday, 5 hours each on Tuesday and Wednesday. It make me sick a bit more every day a little more to about the half way point of the 3 week cycle, then I feel a little better each day until I feel pretty good on that Friday. But then I realize on Monday it all starts again. Wouldn't ya know it, the thought of it makes me sick even thinking it's going to start on Monday.
But It does kill the cancer.... along with lots of good stuff too. Kind of like that olf KFC chicken TV commercial, "PARTS IS PARTS".
I'm ready to try sleep again a4:15am
Sam
Sam,That hurt my feelin' Uncle Mikey!! We are in Inwood WV now. Moving slow hoping this gully washer may head north a bit. Keep the light on!!!
Don't let GH lead you astray!
Mike
That hurt my feelin' Uncle Mikey!! We are in Inwood WV now. Moving slow hoping this gully washer may head north a bit. Keep the light on!!!
Howie
Good morning Chappy :) I was just thinking about you on this sunny Sunday morning and wondering how your road trip went. I hope the weather cooperated for the most part and you enjoyed your time in the wind. It was a privilege to meet you down in Maggie Valley and I look forward to the next time our paths cross. I hope that the Twins and all the family are doing well and that Sue is enjoying that huge smile that I'm sure has not yet left your face.
Thoughts and Prayers
Marty
Chappy thanks for sharing the report, and even more glad you had a good trip. :2vrolijk_21: When you get back down to Afton/Staunton/Charlottesville area please let me know.... and I guess I need to make a ride back up to NH too that's only fair. ;D
:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
:fireman:
Hey Sam - reading your journey puts a lump in my throat. Nice have met you and sharing a little saddle time. Too bad you were not able to spend a few more days at the MV GTG. But now you have something to plan on for next year.
Hey, my boys and I as well as a few other CVO lads are already working on plans for a mid summers (2011) ride back in the area.
As long as you don't mind a nice - relaxed - leisurely - stopping to see views and enjoying some good local foods and beverages type of ride that tends to avoid interstates and if we get lost that is a plus type ride - you are welcome to join.And by the way - it was pure luck - and an eye opener :'(
I am glad you had such a wonderful road trip Sam and It was a real pleasure to meet you in MV. I hope and pray that your next bout of treatments go smooth and are very successful, and I look forward to the next time we meet again.I feel the same way. I hope next time we can take a while to sit down and chat a bit. Til then, be well and lets hope for a short winter.
Marty
Hello Matt and JR,It is that outlook and sence of humor that is the true blessing :2vrolijk_21:
No greater gift than when a brother lifts another in prayer.
Many thanks to both in fact all of (I don't want to leave anyone out) lol
After going through a box of pictures the other day, I saw a picture of me sent home from Bootcamp. It really got me thinking, here's what I came up with. I hope you enjoy it.
10 REASONS WHY MY TIME IN BOOTCAMP IS LIKE MY CHEMO THREAPY
1/ I lost all my hair
2/ My food no longer had appeal
3/ Lots of needles
4/ Always felt fatigued
5/ Always felt like I was running in circles
6/ Always enjoyed two minutes to myself
7/ Felt everyone over me was incompetent
8/ Always enjoyed a card or letter
9/ Entered with the intention of being a lifer
10/ After only a week I wondered what in the world did I sign up for
your friend
Sam
Prayers still coming your way Sam. Take care and I hope your feeling better very soon. ;)
Can anyone update Chappy's recoveryX 2
I hope you get some rest tonight Sam and maybe an early Christmas present of less fatigue after this round. I also hope that you are taking care of yourself also Sue, you guys are in our thoughts and prayers every day.
Marty
Tomorrow and especially tomorrow night is the big exchange from one to anotherAnd back to you Sam and Sue, and I would like to add "Good Health" to you and to all for 2011 and beyond.
Please enjoy, but be careful out there.
Let's keep a 2011 Eve coming at us New for 365 safe calender events.
Happy New to one and all
chappy
Tomorrow and especially tomorrow night is the big exchange from one to another
Please enjoy, but be careful out there.
Let's keep a 2011 Eve coming at us New for 365 safe calender events.
Happy New to one and all
chappy
And back to you Sam and Sue, and I would like to add "Good Health" to you and to all for 2011 and beyond.
Marty
Thinking about you after day 3 Sam... I hope all is going wellX2 :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:
Marty
Sam has been sent home today. :cucumber: :apple: :jalapeno: :carrot: Things are looking up. Much can be said for the power of prayer and good thoughts. I'll :drink: to that!!! God Bless Sam & SueHallelujah!!!!
Sam has been sent home today. :cucumber: :apple: :jalapeno: :carrot: Things are looking up. Much can be said for the power of prayer and good thoughts. I'll :drink: to that!!! God Bless Sam & Sue
You, my friend have had your chin up for so long it thinks it belongs on your forehead!
Keep it there, it makes you look good!
God Bless My Friend,
Mike
Wow, Mikey, if my chin is on my forehead, that would make my nose a hood scoop on a specially designed chappy head cap with periscope sunscrean glasses, for those long and fast rides in the hills. I bet that would look pretty cool.
Wow, Mikey, if my chin is on my forehead, that would make my nose a hood scoop on a specially designed chappy head cap with periscope sunscrean glasses, for those long and fast rides in the hills. I bet that would look pretty cool. Piture both nostrols flaired wide open, dust blowen off my shoulders big grin where my hair line would be, if I had hair. I bet I'd just have to put a screen on my nose so the bugs wouldn't get ramed down my throat.
I better stop dwelling on that thought, I started to think why it could get embarrassing if I loosened my belt bucket at the dinner table. whoops!! lol Man, I couldn't call those longest rides, Iron Butt rides any more either, well that might not be so bad I guess.
Thanks for the smile brother
chappy
Sam, you now look like Marty? Thats cool cause you both are great guys, cannot wait till we all get together again. Prayers on the way tonight as always, still tying to get the chin on the forehead vision out of my head. Take care my brother.I guess we will now have to change your name Sam ....to "Mini Me" :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2: Your a handsome man for sure :2vrolijk_21: :huepfenlol2: :huepfenlol2:
Sam...close your eyes. Smell that freshly mown yard? Think..spring is coming. Spring is coming. Spring is coming. :divers009:
Ribs and Beans ???? I think Sue might need the O2 tonight... lol enjoy your meal Sam, and glad to hear you are finished for a few more weeks.
Marty
Well ya got 6 months to get better - your leading the next ride in Maggie Valley - see you then - hurry up and get better.Careful what ya ask for Duane .... I've followed Chappy :nervous: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenlol2:
Well ya got 6 months to get better - your leading the next ride in Maggie Valley - see you then - hurry up and get better.
Careful what ya ask for Duane .... I've followed Chappy :nervous: :huepfenjump3: :huepfenlol2:
Hey Sam, could you do me a huge favor...Next week when you are sitting in the chemo waiting room, comforting the others (because I know you will be) that are waiting for treatment... could you (even though it may be a bit painful and you may look a little funny doing it) please give yourself a pat on the back for me and say "I Love Ya Man" for me, because I am so far away and thats when you will need our thoughts and prayers the most. Seriously Man ... I want you to actually do this for me so you remember that we are pullin' for you.X2
God Bless
Marty
Can't think of anyone more deserving of cake! Good for you and your family. God bless.I agree 100% you certainly have earned a big cake
JW.
I agree 100% you certainly have earned a big cake:cherry:
Sam,
Looks like you have a lot of folks on the HD Forum pulling for you too!
:2vrolijk_21:
http://www.hdforums.com/forum/off-topic/424793-chappy-sam-member-needs-our-prayers-and-support.html
Sam,
We are looking forward to the riding season and enjoying the pleasure of your company, would like to meet Sue as well.
Maybe we can get a group ride up your way.
Hi Howie,Careful what you ask for my friend :huepfenlol2: Hope your feeling better soon and you get some time in the wind real soon. Weather is breaking here ... there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Man, I can tell ya that thinking of being in the wind comes alot easier than thinking of eating. Let alone the actual event of filling my chops.
Altough, ribs is a favorite, nothing seems to be a favorite right now. lol
I need a tad more gas in the system to wash a bike, some good old fashion warmth would be a plus too.
Sue and I are planning to attend her family reunion in upper NY this summer, hope to see you on the trail.
chappy
Howdy folks,Now I know the reason I was blessed w/this day... so good to hear of your day and accomplishments.... Keep on keeping on. :2vrolijk_21:
Today was a much warmer day with lots of blue and wind. I had planned I would venture out on the road and enjoy my first of the season ride on two, but I had to instead admit I wasn't feeling up for the part, not yet anyway. I am hopeing that although tomorrow will be a lower temp ride, I can dress the part.
I did get out on four by myself today, not much time passed before the confirmation of correct reasoning fully revealed that as much as I prefer two wheels, two pair worked in my favor. I managed to deal better today with food, less nausea and finally the other end was following the spec sheet more closely to proper working order. Finally!! Hopefully it all continues. I am still running on low octane and the day just about whooped me, but it was nice to get out. So I guess today I'm celibrating an a pooped sort of way my first time out since Thursday March 10th (the last day of my three day cycle of chemo). Man, I'm glad it's over, even if it's only temperary.
Funny in a tired way that most will understand, I spent time in the Town Clerk's line waiting to register my two bikes ans a cargo trailer that I tow behind my Ultra on two up long distance road trips. Sue's wheelchair fits in great with about a 2 minute wrenching task. Anyway, I stood in the "time stands still" line for longer than I care, but, not bad since I could have spent the same amount of money anytime after Jan. 1st (my birth month). I did do something that I thought I'd do for years, but today was the day, I changed my four letter Veteran Initial Plate on my 1997 Heritage Springer from ""CHAP" to "HSOA". I did need to register the bikes if I wanted to ride without the risk of getting a ticket for an unregistered vehicle. I was lucky to secure the choice of "HSOA" for my '97 FLSTS Heritage Springer, because I have been a member of the "HSOA" Heritage Springer Owners Association so long my membership number is #250.
I also went to the Post Office also. I didn't have to wait in line there, but by the time I got back into my truck, I was ready for a nap. But, I had a nice supper with Sue (it even smelled and tasted great) and I cooked and right now I'm kicked back in the recliner with the laptop enjoying a chat with folks that bring a spring to my step and a smile to my face. I'll let you know if I pull off a ride tomorrow. I am hopeing so!!
your friend
Sam/chappy
Damn Sam, what is that white stuff in the background. I was told this time of the year that snow was dirty and sometimes yellow!
Mike
:drink:
sorry Chappy. Some people really love that stuff, but......this late in the year, it's got to be getting 'old'. Maybe a really warm front will head your way, you could sure use one about now. Hang in there. :) spyder
So great to hear from you all Sam. Sorry that Sue's been dealing with the MS flare. But, just so glad to hear from you both. Hang tough & we'll send prayers your way, my friend. :2vrolijk_21: spyderX3 Sam, glad to see you on the site, man I feel like I have known you since I was a child. Looking forward to seeing you this year, hope Sue is well enough to ride too.
Sam,X 2
Good luck with your doctors appointment and scan Tuesday!
:2vrolijk_21:
You are a inspiration to us all Sam! Hang in there ok. :2vrolijk_21:
Dave
Faster than a speeding bullet :rifle:... (not) able to leap from tall tow trucks in a single bound :huepfenpinkie:... going to do really well at his Dr. appointments next week :1112:... IT'S SUPER SAM :bananarock: :pepper: :2vrolijk_21: Good luck and Keep the Faith My Friend :) Our prayers are with You and Sue
Marty & Diane
I can see 3 hrs for disassembly and maybe 4-6 for reassembly depending on what was done and what adjustments neede to be made. 16 hrs labor is totally out there. Doesn't HD have a book labor guide? I used to do auto repair and we always charged flat rate labor and the mechanics got paid for that amount of hrs. If a 4 hr job was done in 3 you made money, if you screwed around and took 8 you still only got paid for 4. Maybe someone else here that has worked at a dealership can answer this question. Also did they give you a written estimate when you dropped the bike off? They should have to stick by that estimate unless other work was needed and that work would have to be authorized by you before thay could perform it.
Happy Sunday Sam.
You may want to find someone with a flat rate manuel and see if that is stated that it is how they bill shop time.
Almost two days of labor seems like a lot of time to me. I have seen Ford techs remove rebuild and reinstall diesel engines on Super Duty trucks in that amount of time. I think you have a case for Judge Judy, We also want and need you to beat the battle with the big C,above anything. May God bless you, heal you,and keep you well. kb
Sam,
You have a legitimate complaint here. You might go ahead and get written estimates from other dealerships in your area and show them to the dealer who did the work and see if you can work something out. They will probably come in handy if you end up having to take them to court. I know I would be pissed if they charged me that and still didn't have my bike fixed. I'd be talking to everyone including the GM there and if that didn't get results start calling HD CS if I had to talk to everyone up the food chain including Willie G. I have never had a single problem with the service dept. hre at the local dealer. They have always treated me right and stuck to the estimates given to me. I wish you the best of luck in getting this resolved.
I can understand your frustration with the dealer. They definately should have at least changed the parts if they were going to screw you that bad. And if they didn't have the tools to do the job they should never had accepted it. I have heard the service guys at the local dealer tell people they didn't have the tools to work on an older bike and recommend a local indy shop who did good work and could do the job. Mikey has some good advice and I hope it helps your case. Hopefully if you have to go to court you can get some satisfaction in at least getting the money back for the overcharged hours. After hearing this I wouldn't even buy a t-shirt from them.
I thought it might be nice if we all posted our dissatisfaction with how they treated Sam on their Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/granitestateharley never know may help.
Also their add on the internet does not lead to truth in advertising.
"Our mission is to provide superior products and service to all of our customers at Granite State Harley-Davidson"
What do you think
Sam,
Hi Chains, I'm not an expert on facebook, but, Funny thing!! It seems you can't read any posts on Granite State Harley Facebook unless you are a "Friend". I'm not sure, does this also mean that Granite State Harley can edit their facebook page incoming posts as well. That would be one way to have only warm and fuzzy nice posts on a business facebook page. If this is so, how could any business facebook page be trusted? Maybe the joke is once again on the consumer. lol
your friend
Sam
I'm fairly new to this site and I have found that just by reading it, it can brighten one's day and hope that during your battle, the encouragement members give will get you through your day. When I lost my wife unexpectantly in 2009, the first people at my door were my riding brothers and sisters from my chapter, people on Harley's look out for their kind, and even though many people on this site have not met each other, everyone respects and is concerned with everyone, it shows because every thread helps someone. Maybe the rest of the world could take a page from our posts, imagine if everyone rode a Harley! :2vrolijk_21:
Sam, I am sorry to hear the news you received wasn't the greatest. However, I continue to believe and pray for your complete recovery. There is a lesson (or a dozen) to be learned here. I know I for one have learned a few reading your posts. I appreciate the effort you put forth to keep us informed. I cannot imagine what you and your family have had to endure but I know that we are all better for you sharing some of your life with us. I read all the heart felt comments here and join the ranks of so many that stand ready to help in any way I can.
Heres for you Sam
Sam I have been broken down thousands of miles from home and had shop owners open up put my bike in their shop and even take me to a hotel till I could get arrangements made to get my bike fixed. 99% of the time at zero costs. These guys that ripped you off should be put out of business, they destroy the good name of honest dealers.
Well I usually try to stay away from dealers, cars or Bikes, unless under warranty. In general they just charge to much for parts and service.
Craig
Hi Craig,
I've got to agree, having a warranty on the harleys I bought new has been a big plus for sure.
Any and all warranties has since expired now and I don't see any new Harleys on the horizon either.
I know thoughts on warranties vary greatly, but in my case the warranties I've bought in the past has more than paid for itself.
In my case long distance roadtrips help clock on the miles before the calendar eats up the warranty.
While on roadtrips, finding independent bike shops is a real challenge, but I've had success there as well.
I used to think that being a HOG member was a plus, but I am re-thinking that position.
I don't care about the pin and rocker patch and frankly, the map, well, let me say, "I don't need no stinking HOG Map!!!" lol
Man, I wish I was riding!!!
your friend
Sam/chappy
Hi Sam, hope your day is going well. I've been in alot of dealerships both in Canada and States and some just plainly want your business and others seem to not be bothered with you. It's too bad it comes down to bad blood, I only started riding a Harley in 2005 because earlier to that, when a Road King and Heritage Springer were in excess of $40K cdn, all I could do was look through the window and wish. How was it in the 70's and 80's, how was the "love"?
Morning Folks,So glad you got a good ride in Chappy. I can see your grin from here. ;D har. spyder
I rode my ultra about 100 miles yesterday. It was a great first ride of the year. It really wore me out but that's OK with me, I don't mind being worn out if I earned it. lol
So far today I rode to the Post Office and the first quote arrived. It was from a fellow forum member. I won't state his name because I don't know if he would want it public knowledge.
Maybe I'll try a 2-up ride soon, I know Sue has been waiting all winter too.
your friend
Sam/chappy
So glad you got a good ride in Chappy. I can see your grin from here. ;D har. spyder
Morning Folks,Thats great Sam, wish I could have seen it. Tell Sue to have a happy Mothers day.
I rode my ultra about 100 miles yesterday. It was a great first ride of the year. It really wore me out but that's OK with me, I don't mind being worn out if I earned it. lol
So far today I rode to the Post Office and the first quote arrived. It was from a fellow forum member. I won't state his name because I don't know if he would want it public knowledge.
Maybe I'll try a 2-up ride soon, I know Sue has been waiting all winter too.
your friend
Sam/chappy
Thanks, I'm glad too! I am still grinning from ear to ear over the 100 mile ride,:huepfenlol2: Wow, a holiday it must be ... the Ultra finally got a bath :huepfenjump3: Hope you & Sue have a fantastic Mother's Day celebration my friend!!!
with the exception of the huffing and puffing for a breath of air. lol
Like I stated earlier, today I rode to the Post Office and back to. Grinning more so!!
Sue's been telling me that I need more excercise then I'm getting, but I sure feel foolish walking on her aliptical (sp) wearing an O2 hose pushing 3 liters into my nose while I'm foaming from my mouth for air. LOL
But, a work out I got today!! "GH" Howie, would be proud of me because he saw all the bugs on my Ultra when I met up with him at Wendy's in Scranton, PA last September for the rest of the ride to Maggie Valley, NC for the CVO Gatrhering.
Anyway, at that time I thought the bugs I had would surely get rained off some what and rained on they did. However, they were strong bugs and I added many more bugs on that 4500 miles roadtrip. Collecting coins or stamps might have more value, but I think collecting dead splattered bugs are way more fun to collect than coins or stamps.
Now, believe it or not, I finally washed my ultra today. I didn't wax her but she is grinning from ear to ear anyway and she's proud of me.
Me, well I'm beat, but, today I also dropped the plow off the truck and took the counter weight out of the back of the truck.
Nothing is easy it seems, it always seems to start raining in the middle of every outside task, everything seems to take longer and nothing looks as good when finished as I hoped for. lol But, I did it and it's done. I also got a few things done on the heritage springer in preperation for her to go to th shop and get it done right.
I'm sitting down right now, I'll shower in a few minites and I'm going to take Sue out for a Mothers Day Dinner tonight.
Happy Mothers Day to all of you other Mothers out there as well.
Your friend
Sam/chappy
Good onya Sam! :drink:
WOW :D It sounds like a great day full of activity Sam :2vrolijk_21: It does my heart good to here that you are so tired from things that make you so happy :huepfenjump3: Happy Mothers Day Sue, I hope you have a wonderful day.
In thoughts and Prayers
Marty
Boycott Granite State Harley for SamChappy,
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Boycott-Granite-State-Harley-Davidson/143353932361327
Chappy,
this is now on Boycott Granit HD site from the new owner: Natascha Niffka our service department has been completely revamped since this work has been done...i was kept out of the loop, but will be in touch with Chappy soon :) Hope maybe you can get some resolution and maybe in a small way we helped drive it.
Take care my brother, at least you now have the owners name.
By the way this was on there also:
Natascha Niffka
Hi there folks...my intent here is to go through this page and connect with each and every one of you regarding any issues that can hopefully be corrected, dealt with, made right...whatever works. I want to hear all of you. I bought this dealership with my life's savings and then borrowed the rest...I didn't do it for the income, ra...ther than the lifestyle of working around Harley's and in a business that directly caters to the community. Clearly I haven't succeeded in certain areas. With your help, I'll help build this dealership into the one you want in your community! I thank you in advance for your time and candor.
Sam, glad to hear that you rode again. Sounds like some strength has returned to you. I Pray for you daily although I havent posted I sure kept reading on you misfortune. But as a believer I have no doubt that you have what it takes to overcome this obstacle in you and your wifes Life. Keep Riding Sam keep Riding :2vrolijk_21:
BUCKNUT :bananarock:
Thanks for you prayer and words os encouragement Bucknut. Although I have my ups and downs I do believe I am an overcomer. I've got pleanty of humps in the road that I can see in the rearview morror. Because of the gift of hope so much is history now, Thank God for that. Tomorrow is not here yet, so as it's been said before, "today is enough to deal with". My today was a good one. I got to ride with my best friend. I'm hoping tomorrow will be another ride that builds my strength more.:2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:
Thanks again my friend
Sam/chappy
Sam,
I can promise you this I personally will not let up on Granite until Natascha makes it right, even if I have to pay her a visit.
Good things should happen to good people and you are the best.
If you ride this weekend give us a big smile.
Jim
Great news Sam. It seems that the lining is turning silver. But Brother your going to wear me out with all that riding you are
doing LOL. Way to go Chappy :2vrolijk_21: Hope your weekend with your brother is exceptional and eat some BBQ for Me :2vrolijk_21:
Take care My Friend,
BUCKNUT
Sam,Jim my ex-Buckeye Friend, if you do let me know I would love to go on that journey with you we could meet up or your welcome to stay the night at our house and we could leave the next day or whatever......works out. PM me we could talk.
Glad it worked out, I hate to see anyone ripped off. Glad to hear you are riding and Sue is enjoying the wind as well. Enjoy your BBQ.
Still plan to try to ride up that way some time this summer.
Jim
Sam,
Glad it worked out, I hate to see anyone ripped off. Glad to hear you are riding and Sue is enjoying the wind as well. Enjoy your BBQ.
Still plan to try to ride up that way some time this summer.
Jim
Jim my ex-Buckeye Friend, if you do let me know I would love to go on that journey with you we could meet up or your welcome to stay the night at our house and we could leave the next day or whatever......works out. PM me we could talk.
Howdy folks
The mail just came and I'm glad to sat that Granite State Harley just made it offical. The ever famous "The check is in the mail", is just so many words. Natascha is a stand-up woman!! The check is here in my hand. Wow, talk about over night. I was just (good) impressed yesterday, now I'm (better) VERY impressed today. LOL Monday when the check clears I'll be (best) impressed. LOL
I heard that many folks had written to the dealership, to all of you who did that, My deepest thanks for standing in the gap for me.
I meet my brother in Concord, NH in a couple hours for a nice dinner at Olive Garden (one of my favorites) A BBQ at my house tomorrow and Man, I can hardly wait to tell him of these events. It's a good thing to have positive table talk over a nice meal. lol
your friend
Sam aka chappy
BBQ @ Chappy's :pepper: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :carrot: :orange: :bananarock: :mango: :apple: :huepfenjump3: :drink: :nixweiss::orange: :huepfenjump3: :bananarock: :apple: :carrot: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :pineapple: :pepper: :coolblue: :cherry:
Glad to see Granite did the right thing here!! ...
BBQ @ Chappy's :pepper: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :carrot: :orange: :bananarock: :mango: :apple: :huepfenjump3: :drink: :nixweiss:
Glad to see Granite did the right thing here!! Problems are always gonna crop up. How the dealer addresses the problems is key .... no?? Seems like Granite is a stand up shop. I've run in to too many that lean the other way. Maybe an email is in order to let Natascha know her stepping up is much appreciated ... on many levels.
Howie
BBQ @ Chappy's :pepper: :jalapeno: :cucumber: :carrot: :orange: :bananarock: :mango: :apple: :huepfenjump3: :drink: :nixweiss:
Glad to see Granite did the right thing here!! Problems are always gonna crop up. How the dealer addresses the problems is key .... no?? Seems like Granite is a stand up shop. I've run in to too many that lean the other way. Maybe an email is in order to let Natascha know her stepping up is much appreciated ... on many levels.
Howie
I just love a 'happy ending'. :-* Spread the good news about Granite State HD dealership. :) :drink:har. spyder
Hi Mikey,Hi Sam :)
Roadtrip 2 cruze out through NY and stop in and see GH and maybe go a bit further and see the falls once again.
Roadtrip 3 cruze down south to MV again to see my CVO Family once again.
I'm hoping Sue will be with me on both trips.
If I can pull off this meger roadtrips I will feel like a lucky puppy.
I see the Onc DR in the morning after a CT-scan that was moved up for Tuesday rather than Friday. The hope is to see what's brewing in my lungs.
Awful nasty stuff coming up with a deep hard cough. So deep, sometimes I see stars.
I'll let you know what comes of it.
your friend
Sam
Hi Sam :)Now that would be very cool, I hope to pull this roadtrip together this month. It would be gret to see you and intro you to Sue.
Glad to here that everything worked out with the Bike and that Sue is feeling better. Really glad to here that you are able to get your face out into the wind (and rain :(). When you make the next trip, and if you make it up to The Falls, let me know so maybe We can hook up with you and go for a tour.
In my thoughts and Prayers
Marty
Hi Chappy, It's been a while since I've been on and I looked forward to your update, Sandra and I continue to pray for you, Sue,and your family. It's nice to see you've been out on the bike, that is a great thing. We hope you and the family are having a good summer in New Hampshire and things are as good as we all can make them. Stay positive and we will continue our prayers for you and yours! Till next time, MAT
Thanks for the update Chappy. I'm pulling for ya hard man, praying for you and Sue both. You got more energy than I can imagine to be going thru all this and still finding the grit to put the boat in and take the scooter out for a putt with Sue. Thank you for being the great inspiration to us all. spyder
Chappy and Sue, we are praying and waiting for some current news ( update ) from you! Hope all is going all right! MATX 2 my friend
Sam,
I talked to GH yesterday.
Our thoughts and prayers to you and Sue.
Mike
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As always, I can't say thanks enough for all the thoughts and prayers. I know that your prayers are not going unanswered.I'm so looking forward to MV this Fall and seeing you and possibly meeting Sue is one of the biggest reasons. :) Prayers for you this morning my friend. spyder
The fact that I and others of our cvo family are still kicking proves that.
I plan to make it to MV and am counting on seeing and having followship with so many that care far beyond that which most could understand and Sue and I thank you all so much.
Man, sometimes I am amazed how fast time flies. My last post I wrote that I will have another c-t scan around August 2 and what I meant to say was September 2. Hard to believe it's already Aug 9th.
Talk again soon
your friend
Sam
Sam,I'm still hopeing to make it to MV. I doubt I'mm pull it off on two wheels. But four wheels is better than none my friend. lol
I agree with Twolane, as a matter of fact sometimes you are better off to remove the items you put on and put the stockers back, that is if you still have them. That way you can sell the chrome to someone else and recoup a little cash.
Are you going to make it to Maggie Valley?
God bless you Brother
Sam, my secretary / nephew d00d / Gary took care of the PM for me. Thanks Gary!Anytime Unc :2vrolijk_21:... hope he got it never got a reply. :nixweiss:
Glad you made it to Savannah okay. Would love to meet up for some seafood.
Mike
:drink:
Anytime Unc :2vrolijk_21:... hope he got it never got a reply. :nixweiss:
:pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
:fireman:
Yea.... you didn't know Mikey was my long lost Uncle? :D :D :D
Unc?
Uncle?
:nixweiss:
Unc?
Uncle?
:nixweiss:
finally leaving Savannah this morning. I got over not feeling well then it hit Sue. Maybe we both just needed some good ol' AC. Seems to have worked. Now we're off to see Mikeytee and hopefully Suzi for lunch at a seafood place that Mike recommends. Hardly can wait to see Mike. It amazes me how fast a year goes by.Great to hear this good report Sam. Ya'll prolly got the travelling blues from some of that southern fried chow you've ingested along the trail. Take it easy on MikeyTee when ya see him, he's been working lately and I know he's ready to breakout of his routine. Ya'll ride safe and enjoy this great weather following the storm. spyder
I'll let ya'll know how it all goes on the next post,
till then, I haope all is well with you and yours
Sam chappy
Yupper, had a great visit.
Good that we stopped when we did, not only did it look realllly black and nasty ahead but as it turned out a tornado touched down and hit the I-90 not far ahead of us. We're close to logging on our last 200 miles or so with rain gera on then it's back to the grindstone.
I'll write again soon
Hope all is well with you and yours
your friend
SamYou dodged that one my friend. :) Glad to read of your successful travels and good visits. Ride safe. :2vrolijk_21: spyder
Glad to see you finally made it home my friend. It was a real pleasure to see you & Sue. I think you had someone sitting on your shoulder on this ride for sure. Amazing that you were rear ended by a Hummer and walked away unscathed.
Rest up ... we're looking forward to putting together a ride to MV with ya!!!
Howie
Sam,
Ya'll take special care on the road down to Maggie Valley, hear!
Don't run off and leave GH and Rocky in your dust. Susie and I are heading out Wednesday morning and will see ya'll that afternoon when you get there.
Happy Trails and God Bless my Friend,
Mike
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Sam called a little while ago. They are fine and starting the homeward leg in the morning.
Mike
:drink:
Man Sam, you sure did lay the miles down, how great is that. Glad I finally got to meet Sue and it was super to see you again. Terri said hello, she had just gotten back from a 10 day visit in Ohio the morning before I came to MV. She is truly sorry she did not get to meet Sue. Will see you again my friend, get some rest and get ready to ride on those nice days if you have them in your neck of the woods this time of year.
Good Morning Sam :) I am just getting ready for work and was checking the site, My thoughts turned to you once again and more prayers are sent your way. We haven't heard much from you since your wonderful road trip and I am hoping that is because you are just relaxing and enjoying the memory of the ride.X2 Jim & Terri
In our thoughts and Prayers as always
Marty & Diane
Sam,
Good to see your on site. Hopefully you will be snow deprived this year and the snowblower will have cobwebs on it this year. LOL. Remember, when the need too ride is overpowering this winter, you and Sue can always come south to visit us. I do have a spare bike at your disposal. Soooo what's your excuse?Love to you and Sue from Susie and me.
God Bless my friend,
Mike
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See ya tomorrow!!!!Sam, I have a spare as well, as long as you don't mind riding a bike Jennifer Anniston used to ride on.
Yah, just kidding my friend, but what a caring offer, Man Mike, your the best.
Til Later
your friend
Sam & Sue
Sam,Vickie and I are praying for you and Sue. Hope to see you again in MV 2012.
Glad to here from you, still praying for relief for you. I guess in your neck of the woods it has gotten pretty cold, hope you and Sue can stave off the winter blues with family and friends. Look forward to seeing you both again.
Merry Christmas, enjoy the grandkids and your lovely wife.
Sam,
Praying you enjoyed your birthday.
Love you brother.
Mike
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Sam,Same here, hope all is well, prayers go out to you, Cigar Mike and Mike Ridge, haven't seen any updates from any of these guys in a while.
Hope all is well with you and Sue. Haven't had an update in almost a month.
Ya'll are always in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless my friends,
Mike
:drink:
Stay the course Sam... :2vrolijk_21: :drink:
Cannot wait to see it Sam did you get it from Natasha
Hi Chains,When you get time, grab your umbrella and send us a picture. Sorry about the wet weather, it has turned cold here again with high winds. Looks like rain tomorrow them back into the 80"s by the end of the week.
I did give it a try, but it just didn't work out buying it from her. Maybe next time.
I hope all is well with both of you.
Sam
Ps. Blasted rain! And the raw chille temp in my unseated garage has kept me from tinkering and putting on or changing some of the parts. It's been a crazy spring.
Hey Sam,Sam,
Has it stopped raining yey? Hope to see pictures of you and the Midnight Rainbow!
Love ya brother.
Mike
:drink:
Waiting for those pictures and hopefully someone can take them with you and Sue on it! ;D :2vrolijk_21:
Mike
Howdy folks,
Went for another ride today, much smoother. I should know better than to trust the HD shop when they release a bike as ready to go. My rear tires were 12 pounds over (both of them) and my air suspension adjustment was, ready for this, "10 pounds". I brought the air ride up to 45#s and tires to 26 as the owners manual states. And wow what a difference.
I put on a few things, yup, chrome mostly, one add on was a pair of Kury longhorn hi way peg supports I had kicking around Here and there and, the pair of rear pegs that came new with my '97 Heritage Springer. So, for the coolest part is when I have my legs stretched out, I sorta kinda and riding my HS even though I'm on my trike. I also have a pair of original Grampaw Springer seat springs to hang off somewhere yet to be determined.
I got my Veterans plate today (BLK1) and mounted it with the usual chrome trim and chrome bullets. Finally got my shift lever where it should be and to top it off, my mustang rider backrest is in and I'll pick that up tomorrow.
My appointment for the 1k service got bumped to next Monday. that's cutting close for my planned ride to DC for Rolling Thunder, but, the service head said he would have it ready for me. I do have a pup tent! Suppose to be real nice weather right through so Sue and I should enjoy so sunny miles until I drop the trike off.
Well, I guess I bragged long enough. I hope this message finds all of you well and enjoying life.
Till next time
Sam aka chappy
one add on was a pair of Kury longhorn hi way peg supports I had kicking around Here and there and, the pair of rear pegs that came new with my '97 Heritage Springer. So, for the coolest part is when I have my legs stretched out, I sorta kinda and riding my HS even though I'm on my trike.
I still have my '98 Heritage Springer...you kinda have to have owned one to know that feeling.
Hey Sam,Hi Mike,
When are you heading down to DC?
Mike
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Sounds like a good plan you and Delta have. getting lost is the way to see new places, and I see a lot of new places. I thought you were ridingtodayyesterday as I tried to call you.
I'll try to call you later today in the PM. Give Sue a big hug for me.
God bless my friend,
Mike
:drink:
Sorry I let you all down
Sam
Thanks guys, you have helped me swallow a very tough pill to get down and keep down and I'm OK, I didn't OD after all. I slept on it and woke up and got up and read what I guess I needed to get in my thick skull. Fact is, I'm not going to ride to DC, but I am going to keep riding and puttering around with yet another new Harley. Just how fortunate can man hope to be, to date, I have surpassed all of my wildest dreams on Harley's and I will continue to have new discoverys that I have missed by heading out on the long distance rides. Maybe it's time to watch more closely the growth of my grand boys. The youngest (the twins) just had their second birthday and the oldest grandson is now struggling with the fifteenth year of life. He's trying to figure out where he fits in, maybe I'll be the guy that helps him in those difficult growth sperts. Anyway thanks again guys.Sounds like a great plan! Good luck and enjoy those Grandkids!! :)
Sam aka chappy
Chappy,
I know we have never met, and you do not know me. But like you, my wife and I have a great love of riding. I have followed your brave fight and determination since you first posted, I have said many a prayer for you, placed you on our church prayer list. In my prayers I have prayed for healing and strenght for you. I have asked God to lift you up. But I quickly realized that it was you who lifted me up with your strength and fight, and the way you so bravely faced each situation with such a positive attitude, I have often commented that if I am ever faced with a situation that would call for the type of strenght and bravery that you exhibit, I hope I can face it in the way that you have. Bottom line is we all know that life is like a vapor, appears for a little while and then vanishes. Every part of our life is in the hands of the almighty. He never allows us to endure more than we are capable of, and with every situation makes a way for us to handle it. You are such an example of this very teaching. Thank you Chappy, even though your strenght may not be where you would like it, never stop fighting, never give a victory to the evil one. Much easier said then done I know, but what we endure here on earth is nothing compared to what our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ went through for us. God Bless you and your wife, With much admiration your Brother in Christ Jack Holler.
Chappy,
I know we have never met, and you do not know me. But like you, my wife and I have a great love of riding. I have followed your brave fight and determination since you first posted, I have said many a prayer for you, placed you on our church prayer list. In my prayers I have prayed for healing and strenght for you. I have asked God to lift you up. But I quickly realized that it was you who lifted me up with your strength and fight, and the way you so bravely faced each situation with such a positive attitude, I have often commented that if I am ever faced with a situation that would call for the type of strenght and bravery that you exhibit, I hope I can face it in the way that you have. Bottom line is we all know that life is like a vapor, appears for a little while and then vanishes. Every part of our life is in the hands of the almighty. He never allows us to endure more than we are capable of, and with every situation makes a way for us to handle it. You are such an example of this very teaching. Thank you Chappy, even though your strenght may not be where you would like it, never stop fighting, never give a victory to the evil one. Much easier said then done I know, but what we endure here on earth is nothing compared to what our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ went through for us. God Bless you and your wife, With much admiration your Brother in Christ Jack Holler.
My first newborn Grandson Landon.
Congrats MAT, nothing in the world like grandkids. Especially teaching them the things
that will matter most in this wacky worlds views. Take care and enjoy the Little One they are
precious.
BUCKNUT :2vrolijk_21:
Thank you for the update Sam! Sorry we missed you in Maggie Valley this year. I love reading your words. They are so truthful and inspiring and they make me realize what a special person you truly are.
UPDATES (http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=69255.msg961035#msg961035)
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Folks who may be there:
Screen name_______ Name_________ # in party ......................................................
Chappy Sam & Sue 2 Porthole Duane & ? 1 LtBawb Bob & ? 2 MikeyTEE Mike & Susie 2 pete_4854 Pete 1 Pado Phyllis and Frank 2 HDBRad & RHODA_King Brad & Val 2
Merry Christmas and have the best new year ever!Merry Christmas to you Sam and Sue, and may the New Year be awesome!!!
Please understand and know and always remember, no matter what goes on during ride for Sue and me, we both are indebted for the family that you all have become!!! Thank you for caring so much and being there. Also thanks for the phone calls, cards, e-mails and posts.
I have the plan to post ever day, sorry I haven't carried out my plan. I get up later each day it seems and I'm off to bed pretty early. If I play my cards right I will sleep my way right thru the winter so I'll be plenty rested for a nice warm spring ride.
For all you folks that are still riding, be safe out there!
I love and miss you guys
Thanks again
Sam aka. Chappy
Merry Christmas and have the best new year ever!Merry Christmas Sue, give Sam a big hug for me.
Please understand and know and always remember, no matter what goes on during ride for Sue and me, we both are indebted to the family that you all have become!!! Thank you for caring so much and being there. Also thanks for the phone calls, cards, e-mails and posts.
I have the plan to post ever day, sorry I haven't carried out my plan. I get up later each day it seems and I'm off to bed pretty early. If I play my cards right I will sleep my way right thru the winter so I'll be plenty rested for a nice warm spring ride.
For all you folks that are still riding, be safe out there!
I love and miss you guys
Thanks again
Sam aka. Chappy
Merry Christmas and have the best new year ever!Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Please understand and know and always remember, no matter what goes on during ride for Sue and me, we both are indebted to the family that you all have become!!! Thank you for caring so much and being there. Also thanks for the phone calls, cards, e-mails and posts.
I have the plan to post ever day, sorry I haven't carried out my plan. I get up later each day it seems and I'm off to bed pretty early. If I play my cards right I will sleep my way right thru the winter so I'll be plenty rested for a nice warm spring ride.
For all you folks that are still riding, be safe out there!
I love and miss you guys
Thanks again
Sam aka. Chappy
Sam and Sue,X2
Just sitting here thinking of the two of you. Praying that you are doing well.
Love Ya,
Mike
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To know that the people that are helping you(and many others) to stay alive can just say "we quit", gives me a sicking feeling. SHAME ON THEM!!!X2 AGREE! Sam, keep reaching for that next rung because God has a hold of the top of that ladder and we are behind you brother!
Hello family and friends,
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart as I let you all know that my loving wife lost her twin sister tonight.
Sue's sister Sandi received a double lung transplant at a Pittsburg, PA Hospital in April of 2010.
Sandi fought very amazingly during her up and down battle, but the ever present rejection took her home around 10:30 pm.
She leaves behind her Husband Jeff and son Chris, as well as Sue and her three brothers Kenny, Jimmy and Brian.
Please keep Sue and her family as well as me and my kids in your prayers.
Thanks in advance
Sam aka chappy
Sam,I can't pass a Micky D without seeing ducks flying around causing mayhem inside. You are the best.
Love ya brother,
Mike
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.....Sue thanks for the update. God has already blessed us all by you both sharing Chappy's journey. Chappy has been an inspiration and a positive influence on so many of our lives beyond what anyone could imagine. I'm going to send you a PM w/a personnel testimony on how he has been for me. God Bless both of you, stay strong, and don't hesitate to let us know if we can do anything or either of you need anything.
God Bless you all and from the deepest depths of my soul, Thank You for caring, sharing your lives, your friendship, your love, but most of all for all your prayers for Sam over the course of this journey. May The Lord Bless each and everyone of you each and every day.
Love, Sue
Thank you Sue, and may Gods grace be with you and your Family during this tough time. Sam You know how we spoke about Job in the past... Your reward is coming My Friend!Couldn't have said it any better. Thanks
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Marty
Hello brothers and sisters, I wanted to write something that is very sincere from me to you. And if it were possible I would do so as an individual letter to each and everyone of you. But I am sure you can see that no one could keep up the replying pace that I would have to maintain with so many people such as yourselves. You have shown such care and compassion and even love that moves me to tears. Thank you so much.:2vrolijk_21:
I love you guys.
chappy
Hello brothers and sisters, I wanted to write something that is very sincere from me to you. And if it were possible I would do so as an individual letter to each and everyone of you. But I am sure you can see that no one could keep up the replying pace that I would have to maintain with so many people such as yourselves. You have shown such care and compassion and even love that moves me to tears. Thank you so much.Chappy,
I love you guys.
chappy
Hello brothers and sisters, I wanted to write something that is very sincere from me to you. And if it were possible I would do so as an individual letter to each and everyone of you. But I am sure you can see that no one could keep up the replying pace that I would have to maintain with so many people such as yourselves. You have shown such care and compassion and even love that moves me to tears. Thank you so much.As for me and my House, we shall serve the LORD...
I love you guys.
chappy
12 Days and counting! :)
Mike
:drink:
You got it, Jim. Maybe even 2.Heck Mikey, throw a couple my way. Also throw in a Godly Kiss.
Mike
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Thank you hspring03 for coming over here and posting this great video of your ride with Chappy & Sue. Next best thing to being there. :2vrolijk_21: spyder
Hpring,
Thank you two for letting us join in on the ride, that was great! :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21:
Mike
Thank you Ace for sharing a special moment. That was truly a special day in your Lifes.What they ^^ all said... Thanks so much for sharing that with us and welcome!!!
Welcome aboard to a Great Forum :2vrolijk_21:
Okay Sam,GOD's SPEED Mike, give Sam and Sue a big Hug for me.
Heading your way in the morning. We will See you and Sue on Sunday. I am sooooo looking forward to this trip and our visit.
Love ya'll
Mike
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Okay Sam,Have a Safe trip Mikey, hope you guys don't get too Crazy... :huepfenlol2:
Heading your way in the morning. We will See you and Sue on Sunday. I am sooooo looking forward to this trip and our visit.
Love ya'll
Mike
:drink:
You know we're a couple of wild and crazy guys!
Mike
:drink:
Ta Da! The Chappy GTG 2014 went off without hitch. We arrived at Sam and Sue's around 12:30 pm to a warm and joyful welcome. WE had a wonderful time talking, laughing, telling stories, and packing as much face time as possible with each other. Sue prepared a delicious late lunch which all enjoyed. Thanks so much Sue. To0day was so very special to me that I can't express it in words. This trip to Sam's was so worth every mile traveled and I would do it again. The ride up from SC was enjoyable. Hogasm, Jade and I are bedded down for the night. Love you guys , Sam and Sue you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless and thanks for the wonderful day we had together.
Mike
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Mike thanks for the phone call. You made my day. I think of Sam and Sue everyday. Seems like God is listening to all the prayers from everyone. HallelujahA blessing to be sure.
Hey all.... Just checking in.. I see Chappy was on a few days ago with an update.
His 60th Birthday was Wednesday the 8th. Sue planned a little surprise party for him yesterday.
It was great to see them.
A couple of the pictures of the day.
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SIXTY !!! Happy Birthday ole Man. :2vrolijk_06: har. spyder
First off let me say ... Sam or Sue You NEVER have to apologize to us for anything!!!! You both have been such an inspiration to Myself and so many others on this form that we are HONORED to receive your posts whenever we get one. We wish there was more that we could do to lift this burden from you and get you back into the wind, and I am glad to see that you still set this as one of your goals.X a zillion!!! I couldn't have said it any better. We are here for both of you anytime... don't hesitate to communicate whatever you are feeling or need to. You have done so much to and for the lives you have touched we are all truly blessed to know both of you. God Bless.
We LOVE Ya Man and our thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family
Marty & Diane
Done. Thanks for the update!
There are many many threads here that never get looked at. Many more that get looked at only depending on who had recently posted. There are a mere hand full that get looked at every time they've come up. None more so than this one.
Never met the man as many of you have. Rarely wrote in this thread but followed every word. Shared a couple of pretty funny PMs with the man as time passed. Can only feel we are diminished for his passing but enriched by what he shared. Braver and more stalwart than I fear I'd ever be. Ride on sir and enjoy the trip.
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Mindie and I were in NH this weekend, but Sue wasn't feeling well for a visit. Hope to go see her soon.
Please give her a big hug from me and Susie!
Mike
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Sam, you are missed as we enter Christmas. I keep you in my heart and check on Sue to make sure she is all right. I called her today and tried to bring her cheer during the Holiday Season. She sent me and Susie some pictures of your house and yard with the snow on the ground as a gift of a white Christmas. She really misses you, as we all do, but Sue is a strong woman and has the family and friends looking in on her and helping out. Rest assured we will keep checking on Sue.Thanks Mikey , Our thoughts and prayers are with Sue and the family this Blessed Season.
Love and miss you my brother.
Mike
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Happy Birthday Chappy. We all miss you.....
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Thought you all might like to see Sam's wife's post on Facebook today.Wow that's awesome.
100,000 mile rollover! Went for a ride with Shaun Legasse, John Davey and Deb Davey yesterday. Shaun now owns Sam's Ultra and we all took a ride to Ossipee, NH and had lunch at the Smokehouse and then headed over the Kangamangus to Luncoln then stopped in Laconia for an ice cream and then home. Only needed a little over a hundred miles to fulfill Sam's dream of reaching the 100,000 miles. He may not have been with us physically but I have never felt him so close. It was as if he and Shaun were both driving the bike, can't explain it. Had a wonderful day with such wonderful people to share this all with. Weather was in high 80's. Such a wonderful memory. Thank you John and Deb for sharing in this with Shaun, Sam and I. I love you all.
Thanks Jim, I was about to post it myself.
Mike
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Mindie keeps him close.
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This weekend Mindie and I went up to VT for Sues 60th birthday party. Great weather, great riding. Sue was very surprised. She looks great. Grandkids and new puppy are keeping her very active. After the part wound down, Shaun took sue out on Chappys ultra and the four of us took a nice ride around the area.
Great job to the group for putting together this card. She was very touched.
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