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As many of you know, Paul Hinkley, aka Thumper has battled cancer for the last five years or so. When I first met Paul he had already beaten cancer once... But it seems that was one battle in an ongoing war.  Well, the latest battle has begun and Paul is about to get into a new round of a different kind of chemo-therapy. This may take a toll. The last round he went through didn't seem to slow him down one bit. It is possible this next round will be tougher.  Let's all keep Paul in our hearts and on our minds as we do what we can to encourage and support him over the coming weeks and months. Thanks.   |
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Whistler
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« Reply #1 on: August 01, 2010, 05:25:38 PM » |
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Prayers to Thumper and his family as well. JDW
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Normandog
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« Reply #2 on: August 01, 2010, 05:51:23 PM » |
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I wish you did not have to go thru this Paul. But since you must I wish you the best. I pray it works for you and you beat the cancer again.
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RainMaker
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« Reply #3 on: August 01, 2010, 06:10:03 PM » |
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Prayers from Texas. BTHO that cancer!!!
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Beautiful east Tennessee ( GOD'S Country )
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« Reply #4 on: August 01, 2010, 06:46:42 PM » |
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I admire the courage Paul has shown in this long battle ...I wish you the best my friend and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.  |
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« Reply #5 on: August 01, 2010, 06:49:46 PM » |
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Prayers from southern IN, buddy. Let us know if you need anything: a phone call, a visit, etc.
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« Reply #6 on: August 01, 2010, 06:57:24 PM » |
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Paul.....old Buddy....time to kick the cancer's butt for good....hang tough my Friend....we still have some riding to do!!... |
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« Reply #7 on: August 01, 2010, 07:35:11 PM » |
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Thumper....you're in my prayers....we need to catch some wind together again soon...get that friggin' cancer beat and let's ride! Dave |
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Willow
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« Reply #8 on: August 01, 2010, 08:02:28 PM » |
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Will do, Duffy.
Paul is an inspiration for his courage, his strength, and for his seemingly always positive spirit.
Please keep us updated.
Paul, you're in our hearts and prayers.
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razor
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« Reply #10 on: August 02, 2010, 03:57:52 AM » |
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Paul, we'll be thinking about you and praying for you to beat this. You truly continue to be a inspiration to me and many others.
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« Reply #11 on: August 02, 2010, 04:59:20 AM » |
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Prayers from Texas
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« Reply #12 on: August 02, 2010, 05:30:01 AM » |
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Prayers from NE Indiana.
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« Reply #13 on: August 02, 2010, 06:05:23 AM » |
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No one should have to experience this even once. Prayers from Colorado.
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« Reply #14 on: August 02, 2010, 06:06:10 AM » |
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Miles
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« Reply #15 on: August 02, 2010, 06:25:24 AM » |
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I,ve been there twice in 5 years. Finished my last treatments (chemo and radiation) in May and still kicking...was riding my Valk yesterday. It's NOT an automatic death sentence...you can beat this  |
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« Reply #16 on: August 02, 2010, 08:31:00 AM » |
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prayers also from germany.
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See you on the Raod.
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hubcapsc
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« Reply #17 on: August 02, 2010, 08:33:23 AM » |
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I'm looking forward to hitting the dragon with you on a dry day, now that it is open all the way through... Just don't go so fast this time, eh? -Mike  |
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« Reply #18 on: August 02, 2010, 08:34:48 AM » |
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Paul, you have my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for a complete recovery. I know what you are going through, and can tell you attitude is everything. Ive been there, Prostate 6 years ago, and Mesothelomia 2 years ago. Its one of the toughest battles to face, never give an inch, and never ever give up. With Gods help you can put this snag behind you. One thing that helped me is I started planning future events. Some I have done, and some I will probably never get to, but it gave me goals to reach for down the road of life.
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« Reply #19 on: August 02, 2010, 08:59:00 AM » |
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Prayers & Good Thoughts from Northern Illinois!
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« Reply #20 on: August 02, 2010, 10:19:57 AM » |
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THUMPER ! ! There are many miles left to ride! We have not yet shared a few of those miles. Hang tough so we can "GIT-ER-DUN" !  |
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« Reply #21 on: August 02, 2010, 12:19:59 PM » |
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ok little guy keep ur head up you did it before u can do it again .. best of luck thumper .. lets share some more wind ..
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« Reply #22 on: August 02, 2010, 12:27:31 PM » |
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God's Speed Thumper. Cancer sucks... kick its butt!
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« Reply #23 on: August 02, 2010, 04:06:16 PM » |
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Well, now that my eyes are dry I will tell you this..... As long as there are bullets in the gun I'm going to keep shooting. I can't tell you how much the kind words you all have written mean to me.....it's the strength I get from others that keeps me going I have always considered it an honor to be associated with group and look forward to our next ride together. We're not done yet! God bless you all |
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« Reply #24 on: August 07, 2010, 09:44:14 PM » |
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We met up with Mike Marshall (Hubcap) for a run through north west South Carolin. There were 14 of us including Duffy anad Sam Demorest. The S.C. part was great but after lunch we decided to head south down Hwy.28 to Warwoman road then on to hwy 197 around Lake Burton.
While it was not a race it sure seemed like one.
Peg scraping all the way and very little traffic.
Today was what riding is all about! GREAT!
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« Reply #25 on: August 08, 2010, 03:37:05 AM » |
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« Reply #26 on: August 08, 2010, 06:58:52 AM » |
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Prayers for strength from NJ
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« Reply #27 on: August 08, 2010, 07:15:31 AM » |
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Prayers from Middle Tennessee for you my friend. Looking forward to riding together soon.
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« Reply #28 on: August 08, 2010, 10:18:31 AM » |
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Big Al says you are one tough cookie.
Keep on Keepin on and we will be intercessing without ceasing to our Heavenly Father God.
Morning, Noon, and Night, just for you.
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« Reply #29 on: August 08, 2010, 02:49:22 PM » |
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We met up with Mike Marshall (Hubcap) for a run through north west South Carolin. There were 14 of us including Duffy anad Sam Demorest. The S.C. part was great but after lunch we decided to head south down Hwy.28 to Warwoman road then on to hwy 197 around Lake Burton.
While it was not a race it sure seemed like one.
Peg scraping all the way and very little traffic.
Today was what riding is all about! GREAT!
Sounds like a good day Paul. Keep on keeping on man. |
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« Reply #30 on: August 09, 2010, 08:06:53 AM » |
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We met up with Mike Marshall (Hubcap) for a run through north west South Carolin. There were 14 of us including Duffy anad Sam Demorest. The S.C. part was great but after lunch we decided to head south down Hwy.28 to Warwoman road then on to hwy 197 around Lake Burton.
While it was not a race it sure seemed like one.
Peg scraping all the way and very little traffic.
Today was what riding is all about! GREAT!
Yeah, that was a good ride, met some nice new folks and saw some folks I've ridden with before... plenty of Valkyries in that group ... I've got a few pictures, haven't uploaded them yet... -Mike |
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« Reply #31 on: August 09, 2010, 10:19:45 AM » |
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Prayers are on the way ASAP!!!
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« Reply #32 on: August 09, 2010, 11:19:05 AM » |
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Prayers from NE Kansas
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« Reply #33 on: August 19, 2010, 08:44:38 AM » |
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Hey Paul, Nikki (my son  ) and I are thinking about you and praying for you. Let us know what is going on with you. Kendall |
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thumper
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« Reply #34 on: August 19, 2010, 04:54:29 PM » |
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Hey Paul, Nikki (my son ) and I are thinking about you and praying for you. Let us know what is going on with you. Kendall Too funny! So nice to hear from you and your "son". Just taking it day by day. I should know something in a couple of months. Thanks for the kind thoughts Kendall and Nikki. Are you doing the fall color ride? Hope to see you both there. |
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« Reply #35 on: August 20, 2010, 05:03:30 AM » |
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Paul,
I am one of many who have admired your courage and your refusal to give up, as so many do. My thoughts and prayers go your way.
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« Reply #36 on: August 20, 2010, 05:13:59 AM » |
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My brother is going thru radiation now. this is the last week ,so I know what you are going thru ,all my prayers for you from the great state of ALABAMA.....and most of all>>>>>GOD BLESS<<<<<<
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« Reply #37 on: August 20, 2010, 05:15:01 AM » |
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Prayer and Positive waves from NJ. |
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« Reply #38 on: August 20, 2010, 07:27:56 AM » |
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Gods' speed Paul, Take care, we'll be thinking about you and praying for you in Wisconsin.
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« Reply #39 on: August 20, 2010, 08:04:30 AM » |
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Prayers from Northern Vermont!!
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