John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
De Pere, WI (Green Bay)
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« on: November 27, 2017, 03:00:56 PM » |
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Was just finishing an extended bike ride on a nearby bike trail around a lake and noticed a guy straddling his bike and looked rather distressed so I stopped to check. He was totally lost, having trouble breathing in a normal rhythm, was in a bit of a panic and a bit pale. He had taken a wrong turn after leaving the parking lot and ended up about two miles from where he wanted to go. I had to ask 2-3 times in order to identify the parking lot he was referring to and he mentioned it's also where people can let their dogs run. That nailed it for me so I told him which way to go, and when I told him it was about 1/2 mile from where we were, I could see the panic set in again. I talked to him for a few minutes and offered to ride with him back to his car, I could see an immediate change in his demeanor so off we went. He could only go about 150 yds. before having to rest, when I mentioned calling 911 he protested so I just stayed with him until we reached his car. I told him to get in the car and I'd load his bike for him, when done he took my hand in both of his and let me know how grateful he was, then added; "when you get to my age, all these health issues start to bog you down." When he told me he was 60 I decided to simply agree with him, didn't share my age. After all, my road hasn't been real smooth at times. I stayed and chatted with him for a few minutes, he was no longer in panic mode and his color looked good so I rode to the far end of the lot and watched. A few minutes later he slowly exited and looked somewhat normal, sure hope he made it home in one piece.
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« Reply #1 on: November 27, 2017, 03:06:01 PM » |
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Was just finishing an extended bike ride on a nearby bike trail around a lake and noticed a guy straddling his bike and looked rather distressed so I stopped to check. He was totally lost, having trouble breathing in a normal rhythm, was in a bit of a panic and a bit pale. He had taken a wrong turn after leaving the parking lot and ended up about two miles from where he wanted to go. I had to ask 2-3 times in order to identify the parking lot he was referring to and he mentioned it's also where people can let their dogs run. That nailed it for me so I told him which way to go, and when I told him it was about 1/2 mile from where we were, I could see the panic set in again. I talked to him for a few minutes and offered to ride with him back to his car, I could see an immediate change in his demeanor so off we went. He could only go about 150 yds. before having to rest, when I mentioned calling 911 he protested so I just stayed with him until we reached his car. I told him to get in the car and I'd load his bike for him, when done he took my hand in both of his and let me know how grateful he was, then added; "when you get to my age, all these health issues start to bog you down." When he told me he was 60 I decided to simply agree with him, didn't share my age. After all, my road hasn't been real smooth at times. I stayed and chatted with him for a few minutes, he was no longer in panic mode and his color looked good so I rode to the far end of the lot and watched. A few minutes later he slowly exited and looked somewhat normal, sure hope he made it home in one piece.
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« Reply #2 on: November 27, 2017, 05:27:04 PM » |
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Great job.
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« Reply #3 on: November 27, 2017, 05:47:58 PM » |
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Damn John. You do realize of course You were Meant to be THERE Zackly when you wuz there. You done good John. Happy to count You amongst my friends here bouts. And here most of us Thought Angels wear wings!  Some of em ride Valkyries now and then.  I KNOW you were on a bike trail and what you were ridin. But ya still done good. RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
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Jess from VA
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« Reply #4 on: November 27, 2017, 06:00:18 PM » |
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Good job John.  |
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« Reply #5 on: November 27, 2017, 06:43:11 PM » |
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You done good John. Lord bless you and the fellow you helped out.
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« Reply #6 on: November 27, 2017, 06:47:22 PM » |
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Good job John |
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Farside
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Let's get going!
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« Reply #7 on: November 27, 2017, 06:51:03 PM » |
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Very nice, you were a saving angle  for this guy! I like stories like that and it sure feels good doesn't it? God bless you John. |
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John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
De Pere, WI (Green Bay)
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« Reply #8 on: November 27, 2017, 07:08:57 PM » |
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You all would have done the same under the same circumstances. I had noticed him earlier as I was circling the lake, he seemed confused at the time but I didn't stop then. As I was coming around the second time is when I got a closer look and felt compelled to stop. Glad I did.
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Rams
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So many colors to choose from yet so few stand out
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« Reply #9 on: November 27, 2017, 07:16:24 PM » |
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A good Samaritan is where you find them.
You did well. I hope when I'm in a similar situation, you're there to guide me home.
Appreciate what you did, some day, someone may have to do the same thing for you.
At least, that's the way I look at it.
Thanks for helping someone in need.
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Learning the majority of life's lessons the hard way.
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