Sad day

[Xb12sLt]

Hey guys, from day one my dad was riding a bike, I never got to go on a ride with him. In 04 I bought my xb just when my dad was to sick to ride, so he sold his harley. I just found out he isnt gonna make it(mabey a couple days to a week ). He's pretty sad, as we all are. We talked about the fact that we never went on a trip together and after he passes he wants me to go on a ride. He said if we could go on a trip together it would be to visit some friends of his in oklahoma. He was teared up pretty bad telling me about the ride, so I'm going to plan it after he passes. It will be the one last things we get to do together. I'm from Lake Stevens, Wa. so I don't know the exact route I,ll be taking but if theres any suggestions on places to stay along the way that would be cool. I'm not one to show my emotions that much but losing my mom on mothers day 2years ago and then my stepdad last year and now my dad, it's just a little ruff. If anything I just got a little off my mind putting it in words. Thanks for listening

 

[Bolty]

Sorry to hear that

 

[WALLSXB]

Sorry to hear this , try to keep your head up and spend every remaining moment you can with him . Hang in there man !

 

[iman501]

so sorry to hear man, it must be a very tough time. the ride will be a great way to honor your dad, and remember him!

will keep you in my prayers!

 

[08levin]

Sorry to hear you're going through this. Sounds like a great trip that you'll remember forever. Make sure you don't let everyday life get in the way of getting it planned and accomplishing it.

Can't help much on the route unless you take a southern route down through California/Nevada. If you do, it would be cool to meet up with you and do a portion of your route with you.

 

[thunderstormgrowl]

Sorry to hear that[sad]. Enjoy the time you have and good luck with the trip.

 

[Xb12sLt]

Thanks guys, it will be a good ride. I might just go thru nevada...my dad has an old riding buddy that moved there. He's in town right now visiting my dad. 08levin..that would be cool to meet up with some of you guys on the forum thru-out the way. Mabey put some faces to the screen names, and get a short ride in together. It will be an honor to do this ride, he did some huge trips when I was younger. I'll be planning this real soon and take off when the weather gets better, probably in a couple months. Again thanks for the time.

 

[vospertw]

Sorry amigo. I lost my mom coming on four years ago so I know it's tough. If you come as far south as San Diego I can give you some cool roads to ride and will try like hell to ride a few with you.

 

[mailtoome]

My Brother, I will pray for strength for you and your family thru this tough moment. I dont know you but God has lead you to good people for support and love thru this site and along the way thru your life. Maintain your head up high, having faith oneday you will get to be with them in heaven. God Bless you

 

[50dro]

[sad][sad] Sorry to hear the bad news. Cherish the time you have remaining with him. God bless!

 

[nativeXb12Rbuell]

sorry to such sadding news. i know how you feel brother, my dad is going on 91yrs and i fear and worry every day that his time is coming near, to soon . keep your head up stay postive, especially in front of him as it will help him out & you, tell him how much he means to you and how he has helped you become the man you are today. make sure he knows you love and respect him .

by the way I live in oklahoma, so when you plan the trip shoot me a pm of when and where you will be coming through so i can try my best to meet up with you to ride, most of the best roads are around the lakes and rivers and hills & mountains in OK, like lake tenkiller, & hwy 10 that follows the Illinios River near Tahlequah and the hwy 1Talimena scenic drive that goes across the top of the mountains from OK into AR.

 

[blott01]

Truly sorry for you and your family and hope you can spend as much time with him as possible. If you end up coming through eastern WA/ North ID on I-90 there are some truly amazing roads that will really let you enjoy some beautiful country. Just make sure to wait 'til at least springtime if you plan to head through this area as the roads can get pretty messy. God be with you and yours

 

[onequick5o]

I know just how you feel. Im 23 and I watched my dad fight multiple myeloma for 8 years. Tomarrow will be his 1 year of saying goodbye. Its tough to see someone leave like that, saying your goodbyes and walking away just doesnt seem right. I know It didnt for me, felt like I was abandoning him.


Do that ride with your head held high and your dad will be watching over you and smiling the whole time.

 

[93fee]

strange thing that when I boght my first ever motorcycle almost five years ago (half a year later after my father passed) I never told my mom about that cause she would worry for me riding around town. after a year or so I told her that I ride motorcycle & she told me that she is glad to hear that her son have done what her husband was dreaming about his whole life but was not able to fullfil his dream for some reasons.
man, take care & keep in your mind the best moments you have spent with your parents, no matter if it was in your childhood or later days. sacrifise is always good. even if you haven't done this thip with your dad - you talked about it with him, you spent time with him - this is also important. as all the guys have said - do that ride with your head held high.

 

[Supermanrider]

Sorry to hear that, hope you are able to make your ride happen for your father, my thoughts and prayers with you and your family

 

[andymnelson]

Man, sorry to hear of it all.

I'm in MN, so unless you plan to ride all the way here...

speaking of that, you should ride to homecoming! I'll bet you pick up a few people on the way!

I'll say a prayer for you and your family. May you know a peace that only The Big Guy can provide.

 

[buelljek]

Ur family is in my prayers.

 

[Xb12sLt]

Thanks for the kind words, My dad just passed away this morning. I have to finish a couple things at my shop then head over to the family. I know they are in a better place, I did not think it would be this soon (I'm only 38). And yes even if you don't get along with your parents you need to cherish every moment you can have with them. One day you wont have that time anymore. Again thank you for hearing me...when my mom and stepdad died I shut everybody out, I thought that I could block it. I did'nt want to post this but I'm glad I did. Thanks BuellXB

 

[Stevenc150]

Sounds like you've had a rough go of it the last few years. Very sorry to hear this - Prayers going up for you and yours. Take heart in knowing you'll find as much peace on the memorial ride as almost anything else. Godspeed and ride safe. [up]

 

[Xb12sLt]

And also if things could get worse[mad]. My hot water tank broke and flooded my house and my flippin truck overheated on the way to work[mad][mad]. Why...stupid crap