Major Dad hanging it up

[Major_Dad]

I knew this day would come, I just didn't think it would be this soon. I was diagnosed with ALS in February 2016, and the average life span of a person with Lou Gehrig's disease is 2 to 5 years but I don't think that I will even make it to two years. Being a quadraplegic has certainly taught me humility. But this old disabled veteran can't afford those fancy class A motorhomes with the built in lift system. My wife won't drive one of those anyway.
The VA has provided us with all kinds of medical equipment, including this eyegaze computer I am using for this post. So however spotty VA medical care is they really come through with equipment and funds.

All this to say farewell. I will miss hanging out on rv.net talking about my favorite hobby.

[Passin_Thru]

Good Luck Mate. It is said"If you want to make GOD laugh, just make plans. My wife became disabled and lost her job also. We are just changing our live style but keeping the RV for now.

[rockhillmanor]

All this to say farewell. I will miss hanging out on rv.net talking about my favorite hobby.

Just because you're not traveling doesn't mean you get out of staying on RV.Net!

Please, stay right here and share your RV experience and knowledge that always can help others. :C

[TurnThePage]

Best wishes, sir!

[bfast54]

Thank you for your service sir please try to stay around as long as you can you certainly do have life experiences to share ---and obviously you know--- Well yeah if you can get a lift equip van and just travel around in that and just see the country ---

[rockhillmanor]

Major Dad wrote:
I knew this day would come, I just didn't think it would be this soon. I was diagnosed with ALS in February 2016, and the average life span of a person with Lou Gehrig's disease is 2 to 5 years but I don't think that I will even make it to two years. Being a quadraplegic has certainly taught me humility. But this old disabled veteran can't afford those fancy class A motorhomes with the built in lift system. My wife won't drive one of those anyway.
The VA has provided us with all kinds of medical equipment, including this eyegaze computer I am using for this post. So however spotty VA medical care is they really come through with equipment and funds.

All this to say farewell. I will miss hanging out on rv.net talking about my favorite hobby.

How about trading that truck in on a van equipped with the lift? That is what my disabled BIL did to extend his time RV'ing.

Adding a wheelchair lift to a van is affordable. Your DW can drive the van and then have a ramp made for the RV. His ramp fit in the back of the van and his wife was able to take it out and mount it on the TT. :C

[5thwheeleroldma]

In an old book I just read, it speaks of descending into that valley which we must all descend. I'm a little behind you, but definitely on the way. Thank you for your service, and good luck.

[Hannibal]

Thank you for your service sir. We've all benefitted thanks to men like you. Hoping to see your posts for a long time to come.

[spoon059]

Major Dad, thank you for your service and your sacrifice. I hope you can find comfort with the fact that you are living God's plan, not your own. Seek solace with the Lord and surround yourself with your loved ones and enjoy what time you have left.

The day will come for us all when we are no longer able to do the things we once did. It is a difficult and upsetting realization to many, but it is a fact of life. God bless and keep you, enjoy the times that you have left, enjoy the relationships that you have and glorify God with the voice you have left.

[Scottiemom]

So sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I will be praying for you and hoping your life will be comfortable.

Dale

[bobndot]

Thank you for your service, military, rvnet and in life .
I hope you stay here with us as you're continuing your service by being with us today.
I wish you the strength to go on, please don't leave . There is a flame inside your heart that continues to burn bright. Just look at all the people that responded to your post. You have not stopped doing what you do best, bringing people together.

[NY_RVer]

Thank you for your service, and wishing you all the best!

[Camper_G]

rexlion wrote:
Well, shoot. I hate it when anyone must face prolonged illness. I think all of us here feel that way about it, probably. In such circumstances I would take comfort in reading the letter to the Romans, chapter 10, verses 9 and 10. May your distresses and discomforts be as minimal as possible, and I hope to eventually see you on the other side in the place where there are no pains or tears.

Mike, amen. Romans chapter 21, one of my favorites. Thanks for posting that.

[rexlion]

Well, shoot. I hate it when anyone must face prolonged illness. I think all of us here feel that way about it, probably. In such circumstances I would take comfort in reading the letter to the Romans, chapter 10, verses 9 and 10. May your distresses and discomforts be as minimal as possible, and I hope to eventually see you on the other side in the place where there are no pains or tears.

[parcany]

So sorry to hear about that. Thank you for your service. I spent 20 years in the Air Force.Stay busy for all the time you can. Take care.

[nohurry]

Thank you Major, for your service, and contributions to the forum. God's speed.