Made a big decision....

[T-Bird]

It has been one year since my health went south on me, and now the virus I have in my system has done a number on my kidneys. I am in the starting stages of renal failure. Hopefully I won't have to have dialysis or transplant just more tweaking of meds. It has been a very hard year for me, with the only good thing was being able to be my son's best man at his wedding in may.
I have decided to sell my last Valkyrie, I was holding off selling it hoping I would be back in the saddle this summer, but that dream is now gone. I will always be surfing this site and will occasionally jump in on a good subject. Even though I'm selling the valk doesn't mean I have given up fighting, those who know me well, know I'm full of piss & vinegar and have beaten death many times before... I guess it just gives me something to do. LOL  Anyways if anyone you know is interested in a very nice interstate check out the classifieds.
Terry

[CajunRider]

Sorry to hear that.  I hope your luck changes soon.

Prayers sent your way.

[Misfit]

I am pulling for you Terry. Sorry to hear of your latest medical news and if I was in the market for an Interstate yours is the one I would want. Hang in there buddy.  

[gordonv]

Prayers to you. Good luck, and hope to continue seeing you around.

[Hoser]

God bless, hoping for the best.  It takes time, I spent nearly two years recuperating from getting run over in Joplin.  I wish I had kept a Valkyrie, at the time I thought It was over.  Happily cruising along now on a vintage Goldwing.  My 17 year old youth pastor grandson just looked over my shoulder and said a prayer for you as I write this. Hoser 

[Serk]

I truly hope that when it gets to the point I need to make that decision, I have the willpower to do the right thing.


*Salute* to you sir...

[The emperor has no clothes]

I am pulling for you Terry. Sorry to hear of your latest medical news and if I was in the market for an Interstate yours is the one I would want. Hang in there buddy.  

+1 it is a BEAUTIFUL bike   Speaking from a strictly selfish point of view your post saddens me. I have always had a hope of making it out your way and riding with the "Wild Bunch". The Wild Bunch ain't going to be the same without T-Bird riding in it. I do hope your health improves. I do hope you come around here more often, I've always enjoyed your posts.

[Valkorado]

Prayers from Western Colorado.

[shortleg]

  I almost know how you feel.
But make sure you stay up with us.
  We will all send you our prayers .
Was down to 117 lbs last year before starting the healing
process. Now 145 and almost back to normal, what ever that is.
  shortleg

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

I've rode with many over the years and no doubt in my mind you are one of the best riders I've had the pleasure of sharing the wind with. I wish you well my friend and hope this all turns around and you get to ride again. If I can help with anything you have my phone # .

[Mr Whiskey]

Some of the best rides I've ever been on was chasin' you around the mountains
(Nobody else "cranks & banks" them highway pegs like we do!)
For sharing those great adventures I'm deeply thankful

Tax man got half my "toy" money so..............
Good luck with sale, & God Bless ya in your fight Brother!
Love ya, & I'll be seein' ya around!
Consider yourself warned!

[Bighead]

Terry although I only met you twice still consider you a friend. Keep on fighting and keep your head up Brother

[LTD]

I never got to meet you personally just know you from the site seen you at an Inzane before never got a chance to visit.  I had been wondering how you were making out.  Life can be pretty tough at times not just for you but for all of us.  Just remember the blessings god gave you and be thankful for that.  I got a feeling you will ride again one day.  In your honor your vrcc name TBird will be on my bike from Texas to West Virginia for Inzane.

[Oss]

Hope that you make it all the way back.  I enjoyed our ride from GOTF back in 2014, even the soaking wet parts

Have you thought about triking the Valk or getting one of those polaris slingshots ?

[old2soon]

Terry-PRAYERS up from the Missouri Ozarks my Friend.  It's tough enough when it's a Bro you DON'T know BUT when you KNOW the BRO It's just that much more difficult.  Git yerself better soonest! Wanna ride with you again.  RIDE SAFE.

[hal47]

Terry sorry to here this, Rainman and I often speak of you,keep fighting my friend,hope to see you at the fall ride if not sooner.

[Reb]

Terry, some of my best memories of being apart of this group and the wild bunch is sharing the wind with you my southern friend. I can't think of better times I had than ripping it through god's country chasing the yellow and cream.

I'll split away from Iowa in a heartbeat if you need anything my friend, prayers from the northern rebel

[Bigwolf]

That is some rough news!  We will keep praying for your full recovery.  Don't become a stranger at VRCC gatherings.

[DDT (12)]

WOW! Really hate to hear this news, Terry... You have proven to be one 'Tough Bird', though, so I'm confident you'll deal with this with your usual class and resilience. However things work out, you have been an inspiration to all of us who've been privileged to know you, and especially those of us who have shared the road with you. Please allow me to add my name to the long list of folks willing to help however you might need us. The man you are has contributed hugely to the 'quality' of our group, and we all appreciate you choosing to be among us. Looking forward to seeing you again... whatever vehicle you might be riding in or on...

DDT

[wiggydotcom]

Terry, I agree with the others in saying you're a class act. I'm glad I've had the pleasure to meet you and converse with you a little bit. I'm sorry to hear about the latest news but l wish you well in dealing with it.

Keep in touch and keep the faith.

Russ

[Ice]

Terry, we are very sorry to hear that, we were so hoping that you were on the road to full recovery not more issues. We wish you all the best my friend and hope that your piss and vinegar attitude and your perseverance pays you dividends and your are back in the saddle soon.
Yes please do stay on the board and keep in touch, and if your in our neck of the woods drop us a line, as always the door is open.
Take good care my friend.

Yuri & Petra

[GiG]

Terry, you have an email, my friend.
Hope you are feeling well today.
Let's see if we can get your Valkyrie to InZane this June 

[Pete]

Here s wishing you a fast and full recovery.
Best wishes.

[henry 008]

I too am pulling for you terry. I hope and pray for a full recovery, and I hope to see you again at another ride.

[Binkie]

Terry,
Sorry to hear about the health issues. Being an outsider you have always made me feel welcomed and always ended up sharing good conversations. When I was looking for a new home in Tn you even sent me some leads. I truly enjoy your company and wish you nothing but the best.

[hubcapsc]

privileged to know you

I've been reading this thread since yesterday, speechless... the above
is a cut and paste from DDT's post that says it all...



-Mike

[RainMaker]

We will all eventually have to make such a decision as our bodies break down while our trusty Valkyries just go on and on.  As Serk said, I hope that I will be able to sell my Valkyrie with the same resolve as you are showing.  Prayers to you as you continue your healing.

RainMaker

[PAVALKER]

Wishing you all the best, including a fast and complete recovery.

I see that ride of yours didn't last long.  Looks really sweet.  i sure hope the new owner enjoys that as much as you have, and we all do with our own.

[Crazyhorse]

Sorry to hear this news. I wish you the best in all your future endeavors.

[firea100]

Warm thoughts and Prayers From East China Mi.

Larry and Colleen Gill
(Firea100 & mean colleen)

[trout dude]

Terry sorry to hear this news. We all know that you never give up and that you are a fighter. Good luck and we will keep you in our prayers. You have brought so much to the Valkyrie community and we miss you not being there with that big smile and laughter. Man keep fighting and we hope to see you soon. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
 Dennis & Shelia

[Valkjerk]

Terry,
I'm not understanding why it is that you have to give up riding. I have been in stage three renal insufficiency for years now and I just went on the chicken run with Trout Dude, DDT and Crazyhorse. Is there something in your post I'm missing? I'm beginning to lose function in my legs and staring not walking right in the face so I can sympathise. Don't let go of your bike just yet. I did and had to go out and buy new ones and then spend all the time and money outfitting them to the point that best suits me. Worked trout Dude's fingers to the bone. Just think about it.

[Smokinjoe-VRCCDS#0005]

Let's see if we can get your Valkyrie to InZane this June 

[Skinhead]

When I head out on a ride, I mean a ride where I meet up with Fellow Valk riders, there are a few favorite folks that I look for right off the bat when I get to ground zero, T-Bird has always been one of them.  I first met Terry at the MI inzane and knew he was one of those guys that it just seemed like you knew him forever.  I haven't gotten to ride with him enough, but will always cherish the few times I did.  He is one of a kind, and I like the way he talks.  Truly a good man.  Those of you that haven't had the pleasure of meeting him, need to make the effort. 

I wish you the best my friend, and hope everything works out for you.  Riding isn't everything but it is 95% of everything.  Please don't let selling your bikes keep you from staying in touch and showing up at events, because we really don't get to know each other riding, we get to know each other in the parking lot kicking tires and telling lies.

You and Gig need to make your big announcement, and I hope to see you soon, I ALWAYS look forward to it.

[Stanley Steamer]

Terry.......if you sell your Valk, you'll have to ride Bitch behind me!!!!.......... ......(that ought to scare him into keeping his Valk.... )

[paulmull ( Wimp )]

Hey Terry hope things turn around for you, and when they do I've got a Valk you can ride any time.   It's Red & White and Fast as Hell. Love Wimp.

[fudgie]

Had to be a hard decision. Always enjoyed hanging out with you. 
Beautiful bike. To bad my shadow isn't sold yet.

[thedon]

Terry,

We have always looked forward to getting together with you at Inzane. Barb and I have never laughed so hard. Our prayers are sent your way for a speedy recovery.
We WILL see you again.

Don & Barb

[big d]

Terry, sorry to hear that you are selling your last Valkyrie. But concentrating on your health must be number one in your life. I expect to see down the road at the events even if it's just to hang out. It's been a pleasure getting to know you and look forward to many years of seeing you clowning around. Keep up the good fight and stay positive as I will be keeping you in my prayers for a full recovery.

[JimmyG]

Dang Terry, sorry to hear this. Stephanie and I wish you the best and hope to be able to visit again sometime.