Once again, after a whole year of hoping, I will not be able to attend the annual family get-to-gathering.  However, my plans are to order a set of Carrier DVD's immediatly after Father's day so I can see and tear up at what I missed.  God luck to all! God, how I miss you guys!
Joe

Joe,
Sorry you won't be able to make it, we'll miss you
John.

I know I can feel somewhat what you feel.  Was ready to go with several friends from up here in Mass. Planning to fly Carrier, P.A. Foxberg and Combat. Felt like a kid in a candy store. April 17th, had a stroke. Lucky to be here. Just a small one. My right hand is coming back quickly and probably start flying soon but I'll need an electric starter for now.
There is always next year. My heart is broken in disappointment.
Just 2 days before, was panning to take my wife and kids to the Boston marathon... The rest is history. Life is very peculiar sometimes...
A rude awakening about my health and others.

A thought for all of us.
 

We are a special group of people, fading away unless we pass on the qualities of having our concepts. Some here may argue, involve in name-calling, etc. All the situations that we see once in a while at this site. However, I truly believe that anyone would give all the help needed to keep another from dying.

Most of us, are 50-65+ yrs. (e curve anybody?) average. Many values that were taught to us by family, role models, etc. have changed. WE are ONE with same values.
I am changing my priorities radically with respect to my family, friends and others. Live and let live. 
I was given a second chance to realize what is important and what is trivial. In here, we mean well. WE ARE ALL GOOD GUYS!

I will be back...
 

Both of you gentlemen take care of yourselves so there will be a next year.