A thought for Bill V, please.

[Ted Craven]

Friends,

Our good friend and founder here, Bill V, is having some serious health issues right now - problems with his kidneys which have progressed over the past few weeks to where he must have some exploratory biopsy surgery next Wednesday to help understand further what is the problem.

He needs our good thoughts right now, as one downside of serious physical health problems is the possibility of becoming discouraged. I asked if it was OK to mention this, and he said it was - it would make him feel better. He is off the road (as a trucker) and safe at home with loved ones, waiting for the next medical steps.

Bill - your fortitude right now needs to be inner, not outer - to be strong in your mind and heart so you are there for yourself to work with whatever health regime comes next. You have been strong for others for so long, and your efforts and passion for Doc Sartin's work, your generosity to help others who ask for help, have gained you respect, admiration and love from more people than you know, from far and wide. Time to put some of that strong feeling of others in the bank and draw on it these days during whatever healing process comes next.

We don't know what lies ahead, but know every minute that you are not alone - that so many care for you. Let that buoy you up my friend.

yours,

Ted

[gl45]

Bill,
wish you the best. I'm sure you will pass these difficult times with flying colors.
To Mrs. and Mr. Varone my best wishes as well.
Positive thinking you must.

Pino

[RichieP]

Bill know you are surrounded by love both here and in the heavens above! You will come through this just fine and we'll get back to "Chaos and Fractals" :D

Karen sends her love, prayers and best wishes to both you and your folks.
Richie

[MartyZee]

Bill-good luck-; stay strong. Hoping everything goes well--MartyZee

[JIMBOB1002]

Bill, wish you the best.We will all be thinking of you.

[noddub62]

Bill,

You are and will be in my prayers for you until you get thru this. Trust in the Lord and He will carry you thru. Keep smiling :) and don't get down. That's asking a lot but I know you can it.

Your friend,
Bud

[lsosa54]

Just got home and sorry to hear the news, Bill. Hang tough, stay positive, and we'll say a prayer. Listen to your doctors and it will all work out. I went through something similar in late 2009 with my heart which hit me completely out of left field, and it's very important to stay positive and to think about all the things you still have left to do and all the loved ones in your life.

Lou

[cdax]

Best wishes and prayers for you Bill.

Just another speed bump. It may slow you down a little bit now, but won't stop you.

Keep positive, it makes a big difference.

Chris

[rmath]

Bill, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I know what its like to be down , but hang in there and I am sure the good Lord will bless you and help you get better.
All my best to you and yours.
rmath

[pktruckdriver]

Bill I will have our church pray for you, and your family, you will always be in my thoughts.

Keep your thoughts positive and keep your spirits up, my friend.

Patrick

[gary w.]

Hi Bill..........My best wishes and prayers for you during your tough time right now.

You will come through this rough patch in your life and remember, all of us are with you.

Gary W.

[azbacks]

Bill

This is just a little muddy area on the track. You will get through this and be back at a gallop in no time.

Think positive thoughts, absorb the love from Pace and Cap and look for the results of the tests to be as favorable as can be.

Pete

[dogkatcher]

Take care, Bill, our prayers are with you,
and just like Willie Nelson sings you'll
be :Back on the Road Again" in no time

All the best,

John

[Bill V.]

Thank you everyone
Your messages made me feel much better.
Its been a tough few weeks. I hate to be trouble
to anyone. and I always tried to tell myself "your fine"
The doctors and my body say "take it easy"

Funny In a email to Ted I wrote "Autopsy on Wednesday"
instead of biopsy:rolleyes:

Its taken many years but I think Ted understands Binder English

I do feel much better
Bill
25749

[SilentRun]

Bill,

Positiveness is the key as so many above have stated. The added love and support of your family and friends
makes you a 1:9 ML favorite.

Wishing you the very best....................Ernie

[Bob Cochran]

Hello Bill V. You are a fighter from the first call to the finish. Most health issues
can be resolved with a strong positive attitude, and a change in life style.
Wanda & I wish you a speedy and complete recovery.

Bob & Wanda Cochran

[albatross]

Best wishes.i'am living with half my kidney's and have tone of other issue.so you should come through with flying colors.
Bless you pal

[partsnut]

Hi Bill,

I know you will get through these difficult times because you are a positive and strong individual. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I know things will go well for you.
I wish you the very best and look forward to your friendship, future posts and handicapping insight.

[mikesal57]

Hi Bill...

I'm glad the humor is still there, means your OK

take it from me ,you will be fine, ..all the guys here got me through some tough times with prayers and giving me a positive attitude
you are part of the family too and we're here for you

love
Mike

[mildeu]

Hi Bill V,

Hopes and Prayers for you.
Just about every morning, about this time, I open-up P&C, with the expectation of finding some new and informative posts from you. Your input has and will be most appreciated. I feel that you are a true and knowlegble friend.

Here is hoping that you survive your BIOPSY as well as your AUTOPSY.
Let us know one way or the other.

Having gone through some simmilar situations, I can identify with you.

Dennis

[tom]

Best wishes and prayers for you, Bill.
Your positive attitude will serve you well!

[trotman]

Bill,
Your in my thoughts and prayers and I have faith in our maker and I know he looks after us. Stay light hearted and stress free, and you will come through this hiccup in good shape. Your humour over the years has been a wonderful tonic when some of us needed something to lift our spirits so just remember all of us and our wishes is our tonic for you. Best wishes to you and your family.
Trotman

[shoeless]

Bill,


Get well soon my good friend ,we have many more crab cake lunches ahead
of us.If you need anything you know where to reach me.


Say hi to Mom and Dad and I wish them all the best

[alydar_ David]

Healing vibes ------------------------> Bill

[delmarscott2004]

My wife and I will mention you in our prayers and send positive healing thoughts your way Bill.. As in San Diego and all of Southern California it's raining but the sun always comes out , clear skies are ahead.

Vanoy Scott

[DaveEdwards]

Bill,

My thoughts are most definitely with you at this time. Staying strong & positive. Music is sometimes good to lift the spirit and I figure this one might just do it for you. You've probably seem this before I'm sure, but still, enjoy.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BOTr_4Zs_Us

[BJennet]

Hi Bill,

Very sorry to hear about your health issues, and very best wishes for a speedy recovery. Even though we've never met, it's clear that you're a great person, and also someone who is much beloved. I hope this experience goes as smoothly as possible, and that you'll soon be back at the track.

Best,

B Jennet

[barb craven]

Bill, my friend, my thoughts, prayers and love go out and are with you. Keep smiling, and think nothing but positively. I see you are doing that with your cartoon. Keep it up. This just an annoyance that has to be dealt with. There are too many things you have to do. My best to your Mom and Dad too.
Remember my first race at Saratoga when we sat together in the stands and both won? We need more of those. We'll do it again this year. Promise?

[lone speed]

Bill,

Stay positive in spirit and in your mind. As the postings can attest, you have many who have you in their prayers and their thoughts. I can say with confidence that through your postings which surely reflect your attributes and your character, you are the essence of this board. Get well soon and shall I dare say...Keep on trucking....

Best wishes and keep the faith!!

[ignacio todoberto bernal]

hi BILL!

[ignacio todoberto bernal]

Hi bill! Good will is stronger than strong will...and i know you are man of good will....
my wishe's and prayers for a quick recovery

ignacio

[Bill V.]

Hello
I want to thank every one again
I am feeling alright. Your messages here and the emails
and PM"s all made me feel so good
But the best was a phone call from Jeff and Richie on Sunday

I am just waiting now
but sadly, my company put me on medical leave and took away my truck

I will miss Margie 4, having put over 200,000 miles over the last 14 months

Anyhow
thanks to the methodology
I have been doing real good
I had a good day at Parx Sunday
and Turf Paradise yesterday

I am going to the off site wager center today
with my dad
so things are good

Thank you all
Bill

[socantra]

Keep on Truckin' Binder. All my positive energies are focused your way.

[JimG]

Thinking of you Bill. Let it Ride! :)

Jim

[Bill Lyster]

Bill,

All good thoughts to you and wishes for a speedy recovery.

Get well soon, teammate,


Regards,


Bill

[pktruckdriver]

Awesome to hear you are doing better, and maybe Margie 5 will be brand new , and automatic, like my last truck was, took so getting used to , but what a difference in traffic.

Enjoy your time and always keep your thoughts positive and enjoy what ever it is you are doing., which it sounds like you are,

God Bless Bill

[Houndog]

Bill hope you have a speedy recovery. You have always struck me as a very positive person in your dealings with people and life. This can only help you on your road to recovery.

Wishing you all the best. Mike "Houndog"

[Neil S.]

Hey Bill, I just saw this and wanted to add my good wishes to you for a full and speedy recovery. I am in the medical-pharmaceutical field so please reach out if you have any questions about anything you are going through. You are young and strong and I am confident that you will come through in Grade I fashion!!

Neil

[barshoe]

Bill, wish you the best.i will be thinking of you. wishes to you for a full and speedy recovery.love reading your post.

[mark n]

Bill i met you Del Mar at the rdss gathering i wish you the best and a speedy recovery Mark N

[Vinnie]

Bill, wishing you and your family nothing but the very best going forward. I had my wife light a candle for you at the La Salette Shrine in Attleboro, Massachusetts earlier this evening Nothing but positive thoughts and continued prayer for you and your family. Take Good care of yourself Bill. You are an awesome fellow. :>))

All the BEST Always.

Vinnie

[barb craven]

I'm still thinking of you Bill. Thanks for the good wishes and I most certainly will remember our date at Saratoga. We will both be there with bells ringing I just know. You just have a speedy recovery.

[mikesal57]

I'm still thinking of you Bill. Thanks for the good wishes and I most certainly will remember our date at Saratoga. We will both be there with bells ringing I just know. You just have a speedy recovery.

I want to see you both there and the rest of the gang.....
But
After 25 years on her job , Sylvia is moving to over to Morgan Stanley , that took them over , in June.....
I'm keeping my fingers crossed so that she can get the time off..

Plus this will be a big stress on her that she doesn't need..

mike

[clore1030]

Goodness, so sad to hear. I'm sure this is just a temporary setback and after a short layoff, you're likely to come back a winner first time out.

My best wishes are "enclosed."

[barb craven]

Bill, my friend, how are you coming along? I think we as your friends would like an update if you'd care to share it with us. I'm sure we are all still thinking of you and hope your health is improving.
Barb

[Bill V.]

Hi Barb

I am doing well I got great news yesterday afternoon
The biopsy tests show no cancer or dialysis will be needed Wow This is such a relief.:)
The problem is my kidneys have been very badly damaged do to years
of untreated high blood pressure. No further operations will be needed
At this time they have me on some serious medication that is making me very sick. I messed up. I am having lots of problems because of the side effects. I called Richie and wrote to many of my friends here at PC I was thinking all is well ....
I tried to out smart the doctors and skipped my dose yesterday I was feeling better because i didn't take the medicine I was happy laughing and looking ahead but then when I told the doctor today he freaked out.So I'm on full medication again and am feeling very rundown
It looks like I will unable to go back to work for about a month.
Hopefully my body will adjust to the medication and I will be back on the road soon.

They can't stop me
I HAVE ENERGY

Bill

[barb craven]

Thanks for letting us know Bill. Good news that there is no cancer. Maybe it was a good thing you had this scare and now will make sure you stay on your medication until you are 100% again. We have our date in August remember. And I want to see you all fit and healthy and smiles.

[Neil S.]

It is very important that you take your medication as prescribed. The side effects you are probably feeling are due to the sharp drop in your blood pressure which can cause headaches, dizziness and difficulty concentrating. Over several days your blood pressure will stabilize and your side effects should diminish as your body becomes acclimated.
Hang tough Bill and let me know if you have any questions about any of the specific medications.

Neil

[mikesal57]

Hi Barb

I am doing well I got great news yesterday afternoon
The biopsy tests show no cancer or dialysis will be needed Wow This is such a relief.:)
The problem is my kidneys have been very badly damaged do to years
of untreated high blood pressure. No further operations will be needed
At this time they have me on some serious medication that is making me very sick. I messed up. I am having lots of problems because of the side effects. I called Richie and wrote to many of my friends here at PC I was thinking all is well ....
I tried to out smart the doctors and skipped my dose yesterday I was feeling better because i didn't take the medicine I was happy laughing and looking ahead but then when I told the doctor today he freaked out.So I'm on full medication again and am feeling very rundown
It looks like I will unable to go back to work for about a month.
Hopefully my body will adjust to the medication and I will be back on the road soon.

They can't stop me
I HAVE ENERGY

Bill

Bill,

There's something about this site that gets people ..better :)
hang in there !!

Mike

[pktruckdriver]

Hey Bill, please take that medicine, and if you must get out on the road I am sure you could ride around with me and teach me a little in return, ( alot is more like it), as I am heading right into Saratoga as we speak.

Besides we have brand new trucks ,Volvo's, and could always use a professional like yourself, just a thought my friend.

All the best and please get well, you are a grounding influence here on this board, we all get so much from your input.

patrick

[shoeless]

YOU LISTEN TO WHAT THE DR SAYS HE KNOW BEST


If you dont Im not going to treat you anymore to crab cakes
when we hook up.

[Bill V.]

Thank You Pat
That sounds like a great offer. If I didn't have such a great route for a good company It sounds like a fun team
Who knows ?

Hi Jeff Don't worry I will be up and around and heading down your way
real soon

GS
Bill