Today's Ride for Dad Luncheon

7 years ago

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I was privileged and so very touched to be invited to the Ride for Dad Kick-off Luncheon today.

The cheque was presented to our local hospital. ALL of the money goes towards Prostate cancer research and treatment

Then I was stunned to be given a plaque in Tom's memory. The gentleman presenting it, cried talking about our ride last year and how much hubby enjoyed it, and he felt he had made a good friend in Tom. Thank God for waterproof mascara!!!! The plaque says Ride for Dad and Honorary Ride Captain in Memoriam

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Jasdip
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7 years ago

My sweetheart speaking at last year's kick-off

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greenshoekitty
7 years ago
How very nice is that.
rhizo_1 (North AL) zone 7
7 years ago
Wow, how special for you, my friend. Tom must have been a heluva guy and you were a perfect mate. You look so proud in the picture.
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Nana, I got on last night with the intention of reading all the posts and commenting....of course when I saw the word "purple", that was the first one I read being me. When I went to comment I just started falling apart and realized I couldn't act 'normal' afterall. I'd finished writing my Dad's obituary and picking a photo for it a few hours earlier, so that's probably why I was a mess. tho I seem to be staying that most of the time. I'm clearing things from Dad's room, except things special to me, because I 'have' to. I need to see that room in a different way as soon oas I can. It hurts too much otherwise. The hospital bed has to go back to the VA, so I hope to find some different furniture for that room in the future. The gigantic old dresser needs to go, but Zorro can keep the easy chair. He claimed that years ago. ;o) Basically I'm just donating Dad's clothes and going thru loads of paperwork. He saved every scrap of paper and trying to sort the necessary from the useless has been a challenge. After Mom died 10 yrs ago, and he moved in with me, he really kept very little. "Stuff" was her thing, not his. He stopped driving when she died too, their car was totaled in the wreck and he didn't want another one. So Dad's belongings are very few, except his clothes and a lot of framed family photos. I'm so glad I don't have a lot to go thru again, like when we lost her. this is the photo I chose for his obituary, its how I'll always remember him with his wonderful smile, ready to tell someone a joke. hugs, Karen
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Everyone, I am really NOT attacking Glenda...just what she did. I know she's a great person and grandmother and I loved reading her posts and seeing her pictures of her cruise with her grandson. Maybe I went overboard, but as I stated, I was in an accident three yrs ago with a brand new driver. He was with his mom and they were practicing in a residential area. The speed limit was 25 mpr. I saw his car stopped at the stop sign. I had the right of way. Just as I was about to pass his car, he pulled out in front of me. For some unknown reason, he didn't see my car. He was a very sweet child with an equally sweet mom. They wanted to pay for the damages to car without us calling the police or reporting it to the insurance company because the boy would not be able to have a permit until he was 18 plus his insurance rates and his parents rates would go up so high. However, it became evident that I needed to get to the hospital, so an ambulance was called. My 3 yr. granddaughter was in her car seat in the back and Thank God wasn't hurt. When I got to the hospital, they had to do an emergency hysterectomy because I was bleeding so rapidly. (the lap part of the seat belt hit me in a way that caused a rupture to a small ovarian cyst I'd had for a while. Because of all the blood, a total hysterectomy had to be done. Now, all this and both cars were going the speed limit of 25 mpr. No one "expects" an accident. It just happens and there is NO WAY we can control it. I don't mean to squash anyone's fun, but let's do fun within the law and remembering that other people are on the same roads that you are on and you could possibly be putting others in danger. I guess I also don't think that this is the same as eating a grape in the grocery store. I almost lost my life due to the the rupture and I also had a treasured grandchild in my car. Sorry if I offended anyone..that wasn't what I intened to do, however, it makes me see red when I hear someone say that they took all precautions and no accident could possibly have happened. That's just no being realistic.
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jim_1 (Zone 5B)
7 years ago
Such a great group. For doing what they do on a regular basis AND for honoring Tom the way they did! Congratulations for being a part of such a group.
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
7 years ago
How awesome! And may I say you look fabulous darling! Congratulations on the achievement.
bpath
7 years ago
That's wonderful! And a hefty check!
socks
7 years ago
How touching that people remember Tom so well. It must comfort you. He had a good life, loving wife and friends. Thank you for sharing this. I'm happy for you.
eld6161
7 years ago
(((HUGS))) to you while I go get a tissue.......
stacey_mb
7 years ago
Great fundraising for a worthy cause, and so lovely to hear about the tribute that you and Tom received.
skibby (zone 4 Vermont)
7 years ago
Wonderful Jas!
happy2b…gw
7 years ago
It must be comforting for you to know that your husband touched and impressed so many. That plaque is lovely. You look very well and proud.
sheilajoyce_gw
7 years ago
How nice.
pudgeder
7 years ago
What a comfort it is to know your beloved husband was so well loved!
nekotish
7 years ago
Congratulations Jas. As a fellow Canadian and one who has been touched too many times by cancer, you are in my heart.
blfenton
7 years ago
OH MY GOSH. How special for you and for Tom's memory. He was obviously a very special man and touched a lot of people.
morz8 - Washington Coast
7 years ago
Oh, Jasdip. What a great day. I'm so pleased for you and so pleased for what Tom accomplished too. DH lost his eldest brother to prostate cancer, and both my brother and a brother in law have had surgery for it (more than 5 years for both so deemed successful). Thank you for sharing the photo - you look pretty, and proud!
Dolly
7 years ago
That is a wonderful cause and I am certain Tom was smiling down on you. You look so pretty and peaceful.
sleeperblues
7 years ago
What a handsome couple. I know you miss Tom immensely, but it is nice to know that he is remembered. Thank you for sharing.
OutsidePlaying
7 years ago
These rides are for wonderful causes, and I’m happy to hear your Tom was honored and remembered. Hugs to you!
georgysmom2
7 years ago
What a lovely tribute! You not only look so proud, you look GREAT!!!!
User
7 years ago
That's a big check! Great cause....touching tribute to Tom. It's good to see you....!
ont_gal
7 years ago
All so good...you too,look really good!
Rosie
7 years ago
What a lovely honor for Tom and for you too! It must have been a proud and emotional day for you. Great photo of you; you look wonderful!

Our best man lost his battle with prostrate cancer in his early 50's. Anything that advances research and treatment (hopefully a cure some day) of this horrible disease is a very worthwhile pursuit in my book.
Jasdip
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7 years ago
Thank you, thank you for all of your kind words and good thoughts. I'm past the point of really caring what I post about hubby, he was on tv numerous times, there's a photo of him at the hospital promoting the OTN project, etc etc. So I posted a pic of myself, we're all friends here. :-)

It was a very emotional day to be sure. The Ride is on June 1 and I have someone who is taking me as a passenger.......a big Harley. I'll be sure to post pics of the bikes etc, as I did last year. This is such an amazing organization to be a part of.

I donate money to the cause, I'm going to try and volunteer next year.

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