Our friend bigride UPDATE post #62

[Rustyt1953]

Paul needs prayers and/or a kind word.

He is struggling with pain and mobility. I just got off the phone with him after receiving his heart-tugging text.

I can't explain it as well as he so I will let his text do it:

"Rusty, hope all is well with you. I have missed the camaradarie of the old drift gang. They sure were a helpful distraction during trying times.

I have suffered with sciatica down my left leg. Just as that was improving, I developed a flaming case of cellulitus in the same leg. Leg was swollen, red, inflamed, tight, and painful. Instead of letting it develop into sepsis, i did the fool thing of going to the hospital. IV antibiotics and then they started making over my a-fib.

I was there almost 5 days. They let me out of bed once. Now I am weak as a kitten. Leg is not red or inflamed but still has swelling and pain. Hurts the most just trying to sit up. Must see improvement. Appreciate prayers. Sorry to drop this on you...but i figure you will have a thoughtful and witty barb to goad me forth. lol

Give everyone my kindest regards. I ain't dead yet and plan on mounting a triumphant return...just as soon as I can master the commode again without pain. Hi Ho Silver!!!"

Paul, you are a great friend to Ruthie, the kids and me and we will pray hard for your healing and comfort.

All my love, my brother.

 

[steelslaver]

Thinking of the best for Bigride.

 

[ladder13]

Prayers for our friend bigride.

 

[Bugkiller99]

Knee mail sent.

 

[Onomea]

Prayers sent for Bigride, Paul, may his recovery be swift and complete.

 

[RobertJ.]

He has my prayers.

 

[walkin jack]

Heavy prayers up for our friend. I'm getting into to that area my self just now. Not very bad yet but it's a comin'. I hope he gets a lot better and soon. Please let him know he is in our thoughts and prayers.

 

[emptypockets]

Will be praying for bigride. Lache Pas La Patate.

 

[kmyers]

Prayers from Texas for bigride from us.

 

[OLDSTER]

Here's hoping the best for Bigride for a recovery

 

[llowry61]

Prayers sent - may the lord provide relief.

 

[DeathGrip]

Prayers sent.

 

[sureshotbob]

Praying for Bigride for a quick healing.

 

[Ozark Marine]

Get well soon bigride, before I get another suspension.

 

[Rustyt1953]

I told Paul to take comfort in the fact that the Blues are still the champs.

 

[old bear]

Paul, praying for a full and speedy recovery. I know it hurts, but hang in there.


Be Strong

 

[Kanewpadle]

Hang in there Paul.

Thanks for all you do Rusty.

 

[pawncop]

Additional prayer from Texas for bigride.

 

[ancient-one]

I will keep you in my prayers. My wife had several bouts with that stuff that put her in the hospital, not good.

 

[H Richard]

Prayers for you, I have been down some of those roads myself, so I fully understand.

 

[Turq]

Paul we don't know each other, but any friend of Rusty's can't be half bad . Really sorry to hear what you are going through, and hope that triumphant return to all your friends here happens soon. Feel better Kemosabe

 

[Biker Bill]

Hey Paul, the Blues need you to pull for them thru this weird NHL season.

Prayers for your quick recovery sent. As Rusty says, we'll see you on the ice!

With apologies, "Just pretend this is witty".

Bill

 

[hsguy]

Prayers up for a speedy and complete recovery.

 

[chuckie]

Prayers on the way!

 

[tlawler]

Saying a prayer for Paul. I'll ask for a prayer request in tomorrow's service as well.

 

[brucev]

Just now found this post. My heart goes out to Bigride. God bless him with healing. I will be praying for him. Sincerely. bruce.

 

[SC_Mike]

"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint."

Isaiah 40:31

 

[Ματθιας]

Good vibes sent for Bigride

 

[snubbyfan]

I'm really sorry to hear of the big guys problems and I do hope he gets better soon.
I also miss the camaraderie of the drifter gang.
I had my own run in with sciatica a coupla years ago and spent about a week writhing in pain on the living room floor, ended up with edema in my left leg and it was a real set back with my peripheral neuropathy.
Even after the pain and swelling subsided, I had problems just walking to the kitchen.
Took about a month or so to get any leg strength back.
I can understand what he's going through and wouldn't wish it on anybody.

 

[lrrifleman]

Paul, to the best of my knowledge we have never met, but I can feel for you! I have had too many bouts with cellulitis in my mangled leg over the past 13 years, it sure isn't fun!

Prayers and best wishes for Paul and his family from the Pine Barrens of Southern New Jersey!