jiminohio Posted September 23, 2007 Share #1 Posted September 23, 2007 I will make this short until the drugs let me become more coherent. Last friday, Moundsville, WV, 745 pm. crossing through an intersection at 30 mph, I was hit by a 16 year old girl who failed to check or slow down to turn left. direct hit to my left leg. knocked me off my 07 rsv, which continued 120 yards down road with out me. "damn fine bike," I thought to myself watching her drive away as if I was still on her, as I lay on the road. Fractured thigh now has a rod through it, shin had a carbon fiber and titanium external fixture to hold it all together, changed to a rod this morning, ankle and foot both broken, three huge gashes with black foam to pump out fluids. Thanks to helmet and Joe Rocket Ballistic, rest of me is OK. Just arranged for wi-fi in the ICU, where it appears I will be for a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonRider Posted September 23, 2007 Share #2 Posted September 23, 2007 Of one of our members getting injured, will keep you in our prayers for a speedy recovery. At least your still here to tell us about it...........Hope the young girl gets a stiff judgement from the judge for her actions...........Hang in there and keep us informed of your progress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Vermincelli Posted September 23, 2007 Share #3 Posted September 23, 2007 Holy crap. Sorry to hear this. Hope you get better fast and prayers are with you for a speedy and good recovery bud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slipstreamer Posted September 23, 2007 Share #4 Posted September 23, 2007 Geeze Jim you did it up good. The good news is that you are still here to tell us about it. I hope all of that heals up like new with no after effects. I also hope that young lady was adequately insured so you can be properly compensated for the immediate and life-long after effects of this accident if any. I just finished taking a year to heal up from my last roll on the asphalt. I hope you come around quicker than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nubby Posted September 23, 2007 Share #5 Posted September 23, 2007 MAN! I'm sorry to here that. That sound like almost the same thing that happen to me Feb.21-04, it's a long road to recovery but you can do it! Hang in there and watch for an Infection, Infection inside the leg bone is why they call me Nubby now,(Dr. had to take it off) keep your Dr. on top of it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skid Posted September 23, 2007 Share #6 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim, Hate to hear the bad news, but glad you're still here to tell us about it. At least you still got your computer to pass the time. Anything we can do, just ask.... :GREEN: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chabicheka Posted September 23, 2007 Share #7 Posted September 23, 2007 wow!!! real sorry to hear this. theres always a risk riding bikes. stuff like this happens all the time friend....one just hopes it doesnt happen to them. but it could happen anytime, and to anybody. you take it easy and hope you heal well and soon. forget about riding for a while and concentrate on getting well...what else can i say. keep in touch with the family, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcarl Posted September 23, 2007 Share #8 Posted September 23, 2007 It's a tough one for you and a good reminder for the rest of us. Pray that you will heal well and completely, and how's the scoot we all want to know when you get around to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddy Posted September 23, 2007 Share #9 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim, Sorry for your crash and crushed leg.We're glad your still here with us big Jim. Your in our prayer's and keep us up todate on your status.Thanks for letting us know, and if you need anything give us a shout. buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lone Eagle Posted September 23, 2007 Share #10 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim sorry to hear about this - but glad you are hear to share with us. Our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery are being sent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yama Mama Posted September 23, 2007 Share #11 Posted September 23, 2007 I am so sorry to hear of your accident, but I am sure glad you are here to tell us about it. I hope you heal up quickly. I will pray for your recovery. Peggy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mean Dog Posted September 23, 2007 Share #12 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim, So sorry to hear about your injuries! That one is gonna take a while to heal I believe. I am originally from WV and I know how things seem to happen up there. Good luck and a speedy recovery my friend! Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADC Posted September 23, 2007 Share #13 Posted September 23, 2007 Sorry to hear of your accident but I'm glad that you're the one telling about it,sounds like it could have been much worse.We'll keep you in our prayers. Arthur Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest JGorom Posted September 23, 2007 Share #14 Posted September 23, 2007 So sorry to hear of your misfortune here...our prayers are with you for a full and speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sttenor Posted September 23, 2007 Share #15 Posted September 23, 2007 So sorry for you misfortune. You'd think a bike as big as these people would see. Anyway, I'll be praying for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted September 23, 2007 Share #16 Posted September 23, 2007 Just prayed for your complete and speedy recovery, and will continue to do so. Thanks for your testimony to proper riding gear as well. I have Joe Rocket too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FROG MAN Posted September 23, 2007 Share #17 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim I don't know what to say. I'm glad your here to tell about it and pray for a swift recovery. But the fact is this kind of thing is happening way to often. Every body be careful out there and lets pray the cagers wake up. To many cagers driving around with so much on there mind I think it degrades there awareness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old hippy Posted September 23, 2007 Share #18 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim, You have our prayers. I was hit the end of August but thank the good Lord I walked away with bumps and bruises. If there is anything you need just yell. If you want to vent you know we are always here. God speed on a quick and full recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweetnothing Posted September 23, 2007 Share #19 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim, As everyone else has said...I'm glad you are still here to tell us the story!! And also glad it was not worse! We will keep you in our thaughts and prayers, and pray for a complete recovery!!! Please keep us informed on how you are doing:080402gudl_prv: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbran Posted September 23, 2007 Share #20 Posted September 23, 2007 So sorry to hear this, praying for a speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freebird Posted September 23, 2007 Share #21 Posted September 23, 2007 Just to add my condolences also. Very sorry to hear this and hope that the recovery goes well. This happens way too often and it's especially bad when it's one of our own. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramblingman Posted September 23, 2007 Share #22 Posted September 23, 2007 Jim...my condolences also ....You'll be in our prayers here ... As others have said I'm glad your here to tell your story!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snarley Bill Posted September 23, 2007 Share #23 Posted September 23, 2007 sorry to here you got nailed.hope you get healed up soon .we will be praying for your quick recovery so you can get back on the road.bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted September 23, 2007 Share #24 Posted September 23, 2007 Healing prayers are being sent your way Jim. Hang in there..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted September 23, 2007 Share #25 Posted September 23, 2007 Sounds a lot like mine Jim but to the other side. Hope you have better luck with Insurance than I did. Listen to the Docs now. Hope you heal quicker than I did. 14 months off work. Don't try to rush it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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