HP500, A friend I have never met

[firehill19]

I might of missed Gary mentioning this on TBM or maybe he didn't, but Gary had some heart trouble back in November. Through his pm's from him he said he was back on his feet and through his own words, "no more red meat". I just received another pm from him and he said he is down again, with his heart. I want to say, i have never meet Hp500, but i feel like he is a friend of mine. He has offered his house to Joyce and I to stay in and rides in his Baja, if we ever come up. One day i'm gonna take you up on that offer Gary. Get well Buddy, and we're thinking about ya. Please keep us informed on TBM. We all want to know how your doing.

Your friend,
Keith

[haulinvols]

Keith, well said. I have had the honor of meeting both Gary and his wife Joan. They came down to Knoxville last summer with their daughter and her boyfriend to join us in our local Poker Run. They are great people and as most here know, Gary is not afraid to give advise or a helping hand when we need him. I also got a message from him as well, and I hope he is ok. Gary if you read this, you will be in Ali and my prayers.

[GottaHaveIt]

Wow, I had no idea! I was wondering why he hasn't been posting much on here.
Gary sent me a touchup kit for my gelcoat last year. And some nice gloves for handling my prop without getting cut.
Thanks again Gary for the generosity! I hope to meet you and Joan sometime at a poker run or similar.

Get well Gary! Keep us posted from time to time.

[firehill19]

Yes, Gary, always thinking of others. The type of person he is. If you and Joan need anything, don't hestitate to call. We're here for ya'll.

[xZenxNemox]

Wow, had no idea.

Good luck and get well. Most of all, take it easy and follow the Dr.'s orders. I'll say put ya in my prayers.

[BDannecker]

We are all family here. When one is down, we all are down. We are pulling for you buddy.

Bruce...

[WHOSNEXT]

Gary helped me out a couple of times on the phone and through e-mails, nice guy, very sorry to here this. Does anyone have his address so i can send him something? thanks

[Rusty Jug]

Wow!! Did not know that!!! I hate to hear those things!! I noticed he had not been posting. I enjoy his helping comments and he has not heard my gel-coat question.

Gary, I will add you to my prayer list.:)

[bajaneil]

I'm very sorry to hear this. Gary will definitely be in my thoughts and prayers. He sent me many greetings and even sent a large envelope of valuable information to my home when I was shopping for an exhaust. He is very kind and also has volunteered his home to me.

God Bless.

Neil

[missouri]

Well that sucks!
The best to ya Gary...:)

[mcourson]

Wow, that is terrible.

I have never met Gary(we live only a couple of hours from each other) but have enjoyed talking with him on this board.

Get well soon Gary, so we can hook up on Pakota or Kentucky Lake. I heard the KY poker run is July 9th.

[TeamBajaMarine]

All our best from the TBM Family.

[82C3]

It is amazing the friendship that evolves through this site that happens daily even though many of us will never meet. Gary is a great guy and I also consider him a friend although we have never met face to face. Gary just want you to know that Tracy,Mitch and I wish you well !! If there is something we can do or help you out with let us know, we will be glad to do anything for you.

Your friends in the North
Tom,Tracy,Mitch Bolduc

[fleg1]

Gary, I also have never personally meet you. But through this site I feel like I have known you for along time. I have you in my prayers. Get Well Soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[firehill19]

Hey Tom (82C3). For those that don't know, Tom and Tracy were forced to sell their Baja last summer due to sudden health issues that affected Tracy. As in Gary's case, i've never met Tom either, but through this site i have gotten to know Tom and consider him a friend. His numerous posts on detailing boats has helped me and i know alot of others. This sites not the same without Tom and Gary. They both know boats. One day, after only confering with Tom a few times on TBM, a package arrived in the mail. It was a tshirt from Tom.
Tom, thanks for your generosity and what you have done for TBM. You and Gary are 2 in a million. Please keep us updated on Tracy's health when you are able. We're all thinking about ya.

Just remember everyone, It can happen to anyone of us. Take care and say a little prayer for Gary and his family and Tom and his family.

[fleg1]

Well put Keith, All I can say is AMEN.....

[Rusty Jug]

I think the friendship on here is unreal. You will never meet 90% of these people. My wife says I talk more about people on the TBM then I do about my friends around town. I said "yes" TBM members are a lot smarter.

I also enjoyed Tom comments on detailing!! :tiphat

[82C3]

Thanks for the kind words Keith,Joyce,Jeff,Todd and Michele. Tracy is giving M.S a run for the money!!!

Tom,Tracy,Mitch Bolduc

[bajatroublemaker]

I also appreciate the help Gary gave to this site.

Get well soon Gary and take it easy..:tiphat

[Baja Boss]

Get Well Soon.

May all the TeamBaja Family have a Blessed 2005.

[hp500]

I would like to send out a big Thank You!!! For all of your prayers. It looks like I am up and running again. After two heart attacks and 5 stints, I am up and running!! slow but up and running. I thought I was 20 foot tall and bullet proof. It just goes to show how fast you can go to sh!& once you hit 46.Thanks each and every one :biggrin once again.

[missouri]

:tiphat I prescribe 10 hrs a week on the water and 3 beers a day....call me for a checkup in 3 months..."NO BARBECUED MEAT"....
glad to see you back! :)

[hp500]

After all this I am going to spend more time at the lake. And less time at work. I look at everything a lot deferent now.

[firehill19]

Gary, great to have you back. Crap, i'm 46 too. I think you have the right idea on slowing down at work, more time for yourself, Joan, and family. Again, Welcome back my friend.

[haulinvols]

Gary, welcome back again. You are going to have to quite giving me these scares. I hope you are doing ok, and as usual if you need anything just give me a call. :biggrin

[Baja Boss]

Glad to hear you are doing well.

Man, I just turned 47 last Friday, what does that mean?

My wife and I have a whole new outlook. BOAT,BOAT & BOAT.

A wise man once said, "Don't fear death, fear a life unlived".

Best of luck to you!

[82C3]

Gary we are all glad things are okay with you. Mitch was very concerned!!! You are right, life is short, enjoy it to the max !!

Tom,Tracy,Mitch

[haulinvols]

life is short, enjoy it to the max -----------------------You are so right. In my life I have lost friends and loved ones. Some to war, some to health, and others to accidents. I have seen people work themselves to the bone so they can have a super comfortable life later on. I decided a long time ago that I would do what I could to make sure Ali and I are comfortable later, but that I would make sure I did not work my life away. I left the car buisness almost 4 years ago where I was making in the area of 6 figures (best I could do for not having an education) for a pay cut and a job working 40 hours a week instead of 80. That was the best thing I ever did. I hope you are able to take the time to enjoy yourself Gary. You and Joan are always welcome for a visit to East Tennessee. I look forward to seeing you two again soon.

[mcourson]

Gary,

Well then I plan on seeing you either at Pakota, Kentucky, or Cumberland sometime. Or maybe all 3.:dancinbanana :dancinbanana

[hp500]

Well everyone, The days of me putting only 5 to 10 hours on the boat every summer is over. If you want to get a hold of me you can look for me on the water. I'll be the one With a cold coke and some Fat Free chips .:biggrin I can't say enough good thing about everyone here at TBM You are the BEST !!!!!!!

[texasbaja204]

I have changed my ways also, It's been about six months since my heart attack. Had know idea of the condition when it happned. I eat well now and alot less party favors. I to will work less and enjoy life different now. Hope to meet you some day.

[eddie]

Good people never have a hard time finding friends - make sure we all know how you are doing! :biggrin