Very Disappointed!!

Ron Smith · 04-04-2005, 11:37 AM

Hey Guys,

I'm afraid I'm going to have to cancel my trip to Reno. My Wifes last radiation treatment is today, but she is so weak, she can barely walk. It's finally catching up to her. She will recover rapidly after the last treatment, but not rapidly enough for me to be away from her.

I am deeply disappointed about not being able to attend the dinner and meet everyone, but I have to attend to her recovery.

Sadly, Ron

lew1 · 04-04-2005, 12:24 PM

There will always be other gun shows. I agree that your wife is more important. I wish that she recovers rapidly.

Edward Tinker · 04-04-2005, 12:29 PM

Ron, I totally understand, and was concerned after we spoke last night!

You will be missed, but being there for Dee is far more important!

Ed

Ron Wood · 04-04-2005, 01:36 PM

I was really looking forward to meeting you, but there will be other times. Take care of the love of your life, we all wish her a speedy and complete recovery.
Best of luck,
Ron

Frank · 04-04-2005, 02:32 PM

Hey Ron, I'm sorry you won't make it to the Reno Show; neither will I. But then I wasn't planning on it!!

Ron Wood has already expressed my thoughts, so l don't really have to say more! Thanks Ron Wood, u'r a good man.

policeluger · 04-04-2005, 03:56 PM

Wanted to meet ya, but home is where you are needed.....my next trip up north we'll get together. Best wished to your family.

the gunman · 04-04-2005, 04:30 PM

Ron the only thing that is important is your lovely lady. Gun shows come and go. Be
home for her. We are blessed when we have someone like that.

Ron Smith · 04-04-2005, 09:46 PM

Thanks Guys!
I've been trying to be positive about it. I guess things just work out the way they were meant to be. For now I'll just continue being the Hop-a-long motor-mouth I've been to most of you.

Ed, I was trying to be as upbeat as I could be, last night on the phone. I guess I did'nt shine at it , Huh?

I am not by nature, a people person. Never really cared much for most people. I have had only a handfull of close friends.(by choice. I'm not that obnoxious.) I'm not anti-social, just A-social. But I will have to say that just from talking to the people on this forum, and the few I have talked to on the phone. I feel closer to you guys than I ever thought I would to anyone whom I've never met. And I hope eventually to meet most of you. This and Jan Still's Forum are the most highly civilized, intelligent, friendly and close knit forums on the internet. And I truly hope they continue to be!

We truly are a separated band of brothers. Highly proffessional, willing to help, wanting to learn, and eager to teach.

Thanks Again, Ron

Russ · 04-04-2005, 10:21 PM

Ron
My prayers are with you and your wife. Take good care of her!!!
Russ

Edward Tinker · 04-04-2005, 11:50 PM

Ron, you sounded fine last night, but I could "read" between the lines and knew you were tired and all

Call if you need to talk,

Ed

Rod WMG · 04-05-2005, 03:04 AM

Ron, my prayers for you and your wife are that you'll each and both receive comfort and assurance in this trial.

Big Norm · 04-05-2005, 04:36 AM

Ron,
I'll make sure that nobody takes the cork off of your lunch until your ready. I'll say a little prayer for your wife until that time too.
Big Norm

Ron Smith · 04-05-2005, 08:32 AM

Thanks Everyone,

She's a tough old girl. She will be fine as soon as she gets her strength back. She's gone through something that I don't believe I could have survived.

The best first wife I've ever had. She puts up with my Harley-Davidson(even though she refuses to ride with me) and my guns. And as long as I don't shed or claw the furniture , she lets me sleep inside. You can't ask for much more.

Tac, I was looking forward to meeting one of Her Majesty's Finest , but hopfully some other time. I sincerely hope that you and your wife enjoy your visit. Try to keep these slackers in line.

Rod and Russ, Thankyou!

Norm, Go ahead and pull the cork. Just leave me a shot.

Ron

Pete Ebbink · 04-05-2005, 10:48 AM

Hey Ron,

You made the right call. Do not forget the August Reno show...

We'll hoist a cold one in your honor on Friday night...

Regards,

Pete...

Edward Tinker · 04-05-2005, 12:51 PM

Pete, remember to sit close to me, I think I owe you a couple of drinks!

We'll keep Howard close by, to keep me in line

And Ron, I'll tip one for you to,

Ed

luger11 · 04-05-2005, 04:46 PM

Hi Ron..........I do not post very many items, but I will now.
I know the feeling of owning a Harley and the wife not wanting to ride, but we seem to agree that if it's what I like then it's ok.
It seems that you are going to miss a great time . If any of the "boys" are NAPCA members you could plan on meeting at the annual meeting in Aug.
And for those who are not members it is a very benificial organization and now is the time to join , this would be a chance for us all to meet and to see some very rare lugers.

My familys prayers are with you

Leo

minigun · 04-05-2005, 06:15 PM

I know how that weakness is when dealing with cancer. My mother had advanced breast cancer before telling anyone about it or getting it even looked at. I just couldn't believe the weakness that accompanies cancer.

My prayers are with you and your wife.

schwob · 04-05-2005, 08:57 PM

Ron, I will pray for your wife. I have just be diagnosed as having a basal cell maelanome on the top of my head, in the scalp. Hoping the surgeon can get it all, they got the last one of my leg, I'm with you and your wife!!!!

Ron Smith · 04-05-2005, 09:49 PM

Thanks again everyone. She is doing much better today. Actually had some solid food for the first time in 6 weeks.

Bob, I wish you the best of luck!
Ron

maddog350gt · 04-06-2005, 12:27 AM

Ron,

I was hoping to see you at the Reno show since it's much easier for me to drive the 600 miles to Reno than the 100 miles to Eugene.

Maybe it's all the yellow and green clothing combinations in Eugene, I prefer the orange and black (class of '70).

All gayety aside, my best wishes for your wifes quick recovery. We will miss your keen wit and extensive knowledge. And I will let you know the next time I am going to be in Eugene. I do have a niece and nephew there and we should visit them one of these days.

Best wishes for you and your wife,
Bob M.

04-04-2005, 11:37 AM	#1
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Very Disappointed!! Hey Guys, I'm afraid I'm going to have to cancel my trip to Reno. My Wifes last radiation treatment is today, but she is so weak, she can barely walk. It's finally catching up to her. She will recover rapidly after the last treatment, but not rapidly enough for me to be away from her. I am deeply disappointed about not being able to attend the dinner and meet everyone, but I have to attend to her recovery. Sadly, Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

04-04-2005, 01:36 PM	#4
Ron Wood Moderator 2010 LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Santa Teresa New Mexico just outside of the West Texas town of El Paso Posts: 7,040 Thanks: 1,106 Thanked 5,257 Times in 1,724 Posts	I was really looking forward to meeting you, but there will be other times. Take care of the love of your life, we all wish her a speedy and complete recovery. Best of luck, Ron __________________ If it's made after 1918...it's a reproduction

04-04-2005, 09:46 PM	#8
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Thanks Guys! I've been trying to be positive about it. I guess things just work out the way they were meant to be. For now I'll just continue being the Hop-a-long motor-mouth I've been to most of you. Ed, I was trying to be as upbeat as I could be, last night on the phone. I guess I did'nt shine at it , Huh? I am not by nature, a people person. Never really cared much for most people. I have had only a handfull of close friends.(by choice. I'm not that obnoxious.) I'm not anti-social, just A-social. But I will have to say that just from talking to the people on this forum, and the few I have talked to on the phone. I feel closer to you guys than I ever thought I would to anyone whom I've never met. And I hope eventually to meet most of you. This and Jan Still's Forum are the most highly civilized, intelligent, friendly and close knit forums on the internet. And I truly hope they continue to be! We truly are a separated band of brothers. Highly proffessional, willing to help, wanting to learn, and eager to teach. Thanks Again, Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

04-04-2005, 10:21 PM	#9
Russ User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Reading, PA. Posts: 628 Thanks: 2 Thanked 38 Times in 10 Posts	Ron My prayers are with you and your wife. Take good care of her!!! Russ __________________ Livin the dream!!!!!!!!!!!

04-05-2005, 08:32 AM	#13
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Thanks Everyone, She's a tough old girl. She will be fine as soon as she gets her strength back. She's gone through something that I don't believe I could have survived. The best first wife I've ever had. She puts up with my Harley-Davidson(even though she refuses to ride with me) and my guns. And as long as I don't shed or claw the furniture , she lets me sleep inside. You can't ask for much more. Tac, I was looking forward to meeting one of Her Majesty's Finest , but hopfully some other time. I sincerely hope that you and your wife enjoy your visit. Try to keep these slackers in line. Rod and Russ, Thankyou! Norm, Go ahead and pull the cork. Just leave me a shot. Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

04-04-2005, 12:24 PM	#2
lew1 Lifer Lifetime Forum Patron Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Kentucky Posts: 1,108 Thanks: 82 Thanked 204 Times in 112 Posts	There will always be other gun shows. I agree that your wife is more important. I wish that she recovers rapidly.

04-04-2005, 12:29 PM	#3
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	Ron, I totally understand, and was concerned after we spoke last night! You will be missed, but being there for Dee is far more important! Ed

04-04-2005, 02:32 PM	#5
Frank RIP Patron LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Hot & Dry PHX, AZ Posts: 2,078 Thanks: 24 Thanked 164 Times in 87 Posts	Hey Ron, I'm sorry you won't make it to the Reno Show; neither will I. But then I wasn't planning on it!! Ron Wood has already expressed my thoughts, so l don't really have to say more! Thanks Ron Wood, u'r a good man.

04-04-2005, 03:56 PM	#6
policeluger RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ca. Posts: 2,141 Thanks: 8 Thanked 89 Times in 54 Posts	Wanted to meet ya, but home is where you are needed.....my next trip up north we'll get together. Best wished to your family.

04-04-2005, 04:30 PM	#7
the gunman User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Leland NC 28451 Posts: 1,017 Thanks: 1 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Ron the only thing that is important is your lovely lady. Gun shows come and go. Be home for her. We are blessed when we have someone like that.

04-04-2005, 11:50 PM	#10
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	Ron, you sounded fine last night, but I could "read" between the lines and knew you were tired and all Call if you need to talk, Ed

04-05-2005, 03:04 AM	#11
Rod WMG User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: The Edge of Texas Posts: 514 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ron, my prayers for you and your wife are that you'll each and both receive comfort and assurance in this trial.

04-05-2005, 04:36 AM	#12
Big Norm RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: SE Michigan Posts: 1,864 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	Ron, I'll make sure that nobody takes the cork off of your lunch until your ready. I'll say a little prayer for your wife until that time too. Big Norm

04-05-2005, 10:48 AM	#14
Pete Ebbink User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The USA Posts: 5,919 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 4 Posts	Hey Ron, You made the right call. Do not forget the August Reno show... We'll hoist a cold one in your honor on Friday night... Regards, Pete...

04-05-2005, 12:51 PM	#15
Edward Tinker Super Moderator Eternal Lifer LugerForum Patron Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: North of Spokane, WA Posts: 15,966 Thanks: 2,066 Thanked 4,595 Times in 2,116 Posts	Pete, remember to sit close to me, I think I owe you a couple of drinks! We'll keep Howard close by, to keep me in line And Ron, I'll tip one for you to, Ed

04-05-2005, 04:46 PM	#16
luger11 User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 149 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hi Ron..........I do not post very many items, but I will now. I know the feeling of owning a Harley and the wife not wanting to ride, but we seem to agree that if it's what I like then it's ok. It seems that you are going to miss a great time . If any of the "boys" are NAPCA members you could plan on meeting at the annual meeting in Aug. And for those who are not members it is a very benificial organization and now is the time to join , this would be a chance for us all to meet and to see some very rare lugers. My familys prayers are with you Leo

04-05-2005, 06:15 PM	#17
minigun User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 424 Thanks: 16 Thanked 20 Times in 15 Posts	I know how that weakness is when dealing with cancer. My mother had advanced breast cancer before telling anyone about it or getting it even looked at. I just couldn't believe the weakness that accompanies cancer. My prayers are with you and your wife.

04-05-2005, 08:57 PM	#18
schwob RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Coast of Maine Posts: 273 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Ron, I will pray for your wife. I have just be diagnosed as having a basal cell maelanome on the top of my head, in the scalp. Hoping the surgeon can get it all, they got the last one of my leg, I'm with you and your wife!!!!

04-05-2005, 09:49 PM	#19
Ron Smith User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Orygun Posts: 4,243 Thanks: 118 Thanked 245 Times in 150 Posts	Thanks again everyone. She is doing much better today. Actually had some solid food for the first time in 6 weeks. Bob, I wish you the best of luck! Ron __________________ I Still Need DWM side plate #49... if anyone runs across a nice one. What ~Rudyard Kipling~ said...

04-06-2005, 12:27 AM	#20
maddog350gt User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Washougal WA Posts: 170 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Ron, I was hoping to see you at the Reno show since it's much easier for me to drive the 600 miles to Reno than the 100 miles to Eugene. Maybe it's all the yellow and green clothing combinations in Eugene, I prefer the orange and black (class of '70). All gayety aside, my best wishes for your wifes quick recovery. We will miss your keen wit and extensive knowledge. And I will let you know the next time I am going to be in Eugene. I do have a niece and nephew there and we should visit them one of these days. Best wishes for you and your wife, Bob M.