To a Forum Mate - We're 100% Behind You!!

[MudRunnerTD]

Mate you have got a good bunch of bloke looking out for you. sort out your health and stick around here. We will help you where ever we can. I assume you live in QLD so i think the best thing to do now is relocate to Victoria where all the best blokes live and you can sit around in the Patrology Church at AB's place and recuperate!!

Hope you find health and happiness bloke. Reach out to anyone here anytime.

Cheers MR

[Ronin]

Donno who you are mate, but my best wishes are with you and if I can do anything for you.. I am just a shout away.

One for all, all for ONE.

[Bigrig]

Update

Howdy everyone, just a quick update on the situation. Most people are aware of who the member is now through word of mouth and genuine concern for his well being (asking in PM's etc). Rick (Silver) is going through an exceptionally tough time of it, as is his family, and post speaking with his wife to ensure it was ok to do so, I thought it would be best if I posted something up here to allow people to offer comment etc, reminders of many of the great conversations had with Rick on the forum, trips that he's been on, and generally messages of support and understanding that Fran could read to him in hospital. I know many of you haven't met him personally, however, take it from myself (speaking on behalf on those who have met him), that he is genuinely wonderful individual who has assisted many (at cost of his own time and investment) and provided many an entertaining and informative post that has been the backbone of a huge amount of threads on the forum. There wouldn't be many on here who haven't read his posts, and to say he always provided an articulate and, in many cases, thought provoking response that changed views without any level of ego or malice, is an understatement. That is simply the measure of the man - always there to offer input and assistance, without looking for any personal gain other than satisfaction at knowing he's helped another in need.

Rick was diagnosed with bowel cancer in November 2010 and since then has developed further tumours in his liver which were extensive and made any type of resection impossible. Chemotherapy has stopped as of a few months ago as it was found to not be working. Rick was originally admitted to the Palliative Care Unit of Prince Charles Hospital with the view that he would be assessed and allowed to return home for a length of time. This is now not an option with those tumours now affecting other areas.

Fran would like it known that the hospital staff have been nothing short of sensational, and that Rick is receiving the best care possible, in the right place to receive the treatment/care he needs right now.

Fran and Eliza (Rick's wife and Daughter) are facing an exceptionally difficult time, and like myself, I'm sure all our thoughts and prayers are with them.

To Rick

You're a bloody legend mate (and you only have a third of the posts I do?? What's the story there??!!! lol). To say I am gracious and proud to have met someone like you (who can put me back in my box at times ... I respect that!! lol), is putting it far too lightly.

Life is short, no matter how long we get to live it. It is the contents in our lives that decide its value, regardless of duration. You have made my life more 'valuable' by being a part of it, and always know that you have yet another mate to depend on solely because of the impact you have made on me in such a short period of time.

Not sure if Fran has informed you yet, but you probably shouldn't have asked for me to work on Silver/Slug. It's looking awesome with the new 6 inch lift and 37 inch mud tyres, but having some trouble with the super charged V12 engine install ... but I'll get it right I promise!!! That's what you wanted right?? lol

All my very best to you mate.

To Fran and Eliza

Please know our thoughts, prayers and offer of support is with you always. We are but a phone call away, and although I know you have friends and family beside you through this time, I trust some comfort is given knowing you have an 'extended' family who are there for you should you require it.

God's Blessing to you all.

Scott, Sandra, Liam, Ivana, Keeley and Nathan.

[Winnie]

That's a terrible thing to hear. Haven't met him but like you said seems like a top bloke. My step-dad discovered he had prostate cancer early this year. We were very lucky in that he found it early, so it was easily manageable and after one operation it is completely gone. Now that was a huge scare for us, cannot even imagine what you and you're family are going through.
My utmost thoughts with him and his family, wish you all the best in the years to come.

[Bob]

To Rick Fran & Eliza

Bigrig has said it all and you all have my best wishes

[AB]

Beautifully said as always Scotty.

Rick, it was a pleasure to finally meet you on the QLD meet up and by the looks of the support and network you banana benders have up there made me jealous!!!

Your in good hands up there mate with a lot of people that care for you and your family and as I said to you in person....Knock this ship on the head mate!!!

Rick kindly gave me a great book on all things camping, solar usage and calculations, campers and all things we love. Ive referred back to it a million times for references on things and It's the bible for camping or preparing. I want this book to be used by all of our members here and just pass it on to the next person once you have finished with it.

I can't remember who wanted it when I mentioned it at the meet up but if you see this then PM me so I can give it to you and lets keep it going round the network!!!

[macca]

To Rick Fran & Eliza

Bigrig has said it all and you all have my best wishes

Just as Bob said, the Macca Family

Pauls not well, Johns back at the surgeons.

Thinking only good toughts for all of you.

[growler2058]

Silver, Fran and Eliza, my thoughts and best wishes to you all.


Sent via my tapping thumbs

[threedogs]

Just don't know what to say, really don't. When you do get down here in Vic You'll be pleased to know they've
put the alcohol content back up to 4.9 again. I'll be cracking one for you tonight

[sam697]

Bigrig, big man, big heart !!!

To Rick, Fran and Eliza

Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.
Keep fighting the good fight Rick. I know Paul (patch697) counts you as a great mate even though he hasn't met you, which tells me that you are one special person. Having read some of your posts, I believe the forum is a better place having you as a member.

Remember that you are a loved and highly respected member of this huge forum family. I'm glad the lads got the chance to visit you. I'm sure it meant the world to all involved and we wish we could have been a part of that.

Keep smiling and fly with wings of gold

Paul and Sami xxx