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Farewell Message...Final Post

classicdude
Explorer
Explorer
We sold our camper today. It was very sad watching it being pulled out of the drive for that last time. 😞
I just found out a few weeks ago that I have terminal cancer...3 to 6 months to live. Suddenly priorities have been rearranged, and camping didn't make the 'must do' list.
Anyway, don't feel badly for me because I'm still feeling good and will totally enjoy the time I have left.

I spent well over an hour with the couple who bought our camper and simply amazed and overwhelmed them with my knowledge of my rig and my ability to 'educate' them during our walk through. Remembering back when we got our first camper, like them we knew NOTHING about weight distribution, towing capacity, camper maintenance...NOTHING. Everything we learned, we learned from the good folks at RV.net. I am grateful for this site and don't know how I would have done without it!
I made sure to jot down the name of this site, and the new owners are anxious to join. Thank you all again for the knowledge and wisdom you so unselfishly share with the entire camping community.
Tom Miller
2006 Trail Vision 19QB
2000 Silverado 1500 5.3 3:73
Drawtite WD 1000#
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TomG2
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Explorer
Thanks for reminding us that there are more important things than what kind of fuel your tow vehicle burns, and who makes the best batteries, generators, or tires. We all need a reminder now and then. Thanks.

Alabama_Jim
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Explorer
Tom, I am so sorry to learn of your illness. I can only say that I will pray for you and ask that the Almighty reach out His hand and keep you near to Him. May God be with you and your family in this time of trial. The road to Calvary is difficult, but the rewards are great. Farewell sir.

SoCalDesertRid1
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Explorer
So sad to hear of your misfortune. You've got such a positive attitude about it though. I hope you will enjoy your family and friends and are able to say all the things you need to the ones you love.
01 International 4800 4x4 CrewCab DT466E Allison MD3060
69Bronco 86Samurai 85ATC250R 89CR500
98Ranger 96Tacoma
20' BigTex flatbed
8' truck camper, 14' Aristocrat TT
73 Kona 17' ski boat & Mercury 1150TB
92F350 CrewCab 4x4 351/C6 285 BFG AT 4.56 & LockRite rear

Thom02099
Explorer II
Explorer II
Karma. You learn. You pass that wisdom on to someone else. They, in turn, will hopefully share your wisdom with others.

Karma has a way of helping each of us through difficult times.

Here's hoping that Karma will be good to you in your remaining days.

Be as well as you can be.
2007 GMC Sierra SLE 3500HD Dually
2016 Coachmen Catalina Legacy Edition 243RBS
2007 Keystone Outback 25RSS - R.I.P.

kennyd63
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Explorer
Classicdude, Sorry to hear about your condition, prayers going your way to you and yours from your neighbors.. God bless.
2019 Braxton Creek 24RLS
2010 Forest River Salem 403FB-Destination Trailer
2014 F150 4X4 Crew Cab

RoyB
Explorer II
Explorer II
Tom - Stay strong... Go see Newlin Martin and my sister Donna Kay and have some coffee with them. I'm sure you will know Newlin already from the Martin Food Stores there in Effingham. Donna and Newlin have made many runs to Fla over the years in their fifth wheel and just recently sold it too haha... Now their vacation house they just bought down that way is being threatened big time by the storm surge this week... Tell them Roy Ken from Bonnie Ill sent you...

Best regards from here...
Roy Ken
My Posts are IMHO based on my experiences - Words in CAPS does not mean I am shouting
Roy - Carolyn
RETIRED DOAF/DON/DOD/CONTR RADIO TECH (42yrs)
K9PHT (Since 1957) 146.52M
2010 F150, 5.4,3:73 Gears,SCab
2008 Starcraft 14RT EU2000i GEN
2005 Flagstaff 8528RESS

RwaSmith
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Explorer
icanon wrote:
Drbolasky wrote:
You are an incredible example of courage and positive attitude, Tom. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.


X2 I couldn't say it better.


x3 no way to say it better!!
2016 Forrest River Vibe 308BHS
2010 Chevy Suburban 2500

brirene
Explorer
Explorer
It saddens me to see the battle you've got to undertake. I wish the best for you and your family. Know that you've helped to make our community what it is.
Jayco Designer 30 RKS Medallion pkg, Trail Air pin
'05 F350 6.0 PSD CC 4x4 DRW LB B&W Companion, Edge Insight

“Certainly, travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living." Miriam Beard

All_I_could_aff
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Explorer
Classic dude... I also have enjoyed and benefited from your knowledge over the years. Just the fact that you made the time and effort to make sure new owners knew how to safely operate the unit shows your true character. May God bless you and your family. Make every day count.
1999 R-Vision Trail Light B17 hybrid
2006 Explorer Eddie Bauer
2002 Xterra rollin’ on 33’s
1993 Chevy Z24 Convertible
Lives in garage 71,000 miles

_1nobby
Explorer
Explorer
Tom.....good wishes to you and your family.

Enjoy the moments.

Teamfour
Explorer
Explorer
Prayers from Northern Virginia.
Lee and Anne


2016 F250 2WD CC SB XLT 6.2 3.73 locker, 3,295 Payload
2014 Salem Hemisphere 282RK 7.8k lbs loaded, Equal-i-zer WDH

icanon
Explorer
Explorer
Drbolasky wrote:
You are an incredible example of courage and positive attitude, Tom. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.


X2 I couldn't say it better.
Loving wife and 2 beautiful daughters.
Chocolate Lab, Lily
2014 Dodge Ram Laramie Hemi 5.7 with 3.92
2014 Dutchmen Kodiak 290BHSL
ProPride 3P Hitch
Progressive Industries EMS-PT30C
Love my Weber Q1200
Me a Happy man on retirement!!!

Drbolasky
Explorer
Explorer
You are an incredible example of courage and positive attitude, Tom. You & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Doug, Linda, Audrey (USN) & Andrew


2008 Sequoia SR-5, 5.7 L, 2000 Coachmen Futura 2790TB Bunkhouse, Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension, Reese W.D. Hitch/Dual Cam Sway Control, Prodigy Brake Controller, McKesh Mirrors
:B

Camper_G
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Explorer
Tom, my prayers to you and your family. Thanks for sharing. God is good and nothing is impossible for him so I'll pray for healing for you. It's not over till is over. Stay strong. Take care, G
2017 Dodge Ram 2500 HD, 4x4, CCSB, 6.4L HEMI, Snow Chief, tow package.,1989 Skyline Layton model 75-2251.

Scottiemom
Nomad
Nomad
Sorry to hear about your cancer. I applaud you for your outlook. Best wishes in the months to come.

Dale
Dale Pace
Widow of Terry (Teacher's Pet)

Traveling with Brendon, my Scottish Terrier

2022 Honda Odyssey
2011 Mazda Miata MX-5

2021 Coach House Platinum III 250DT
Fulltimed for 15 years, now living in Florida

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