Hello. I have been encouraged by one of your fellow boarders to post news of my father here.
Dad (a.k.a. "T e x") was burned in a fire in his home. He got burned pretty badly, but the worst of his injuries was the damage to his lungs caused by smoke inhalation. He is making an amazing recovery and I have no doubts that he'll be posting for himself within the next couple of months (sooner, I hope). But for now, he is in the hospital, stable, but not really able to communicate due to his sedation.
I knew he was active on a stock bb, but I didn't know which one. His computers were incinerated by the fire, so his online contingent has had to remain a mystery to us until one of you reached out. (Thank you!)
Please forgive me for not providing more information than this. I know he thought well of this community, but as I do not know you myself, and as his profile does not indicate that he shared his name, I have decided it's best to leave it at this.
I would encourage you to direct any well-wishes you may have for him through this board, because I know he will be eager to be back in touch when he is able. And in case you're wondering: Yes. He will recover. I have no doubts. Not a one.
Blessings to you all, My Father's Daughter a.k.a Niña de Tex
Posted by Pagan on :
Best wishes to you and yours. And I would like to wish a speedy and full recovery to Tex. He will be in our prayers. Posted by IWISHIHAD on :
Hope we see him back very soon, very sad to hear that. We all miss his posts. Make a quick recovery Tex!
Posted by cottonjim on :
Wishing for a speedy and full recovery for Tex for sure. Give him my best please!
Posted by glassman on :
NDT, he also posted at another board, and you can access his profile here...
dahub is set up quite differently than this board
Posted by Jo4321 on :
Oh no, so sorry to here that terrible news.
Tell your dad we're thinking of him and wish him a speedy recovery. We'll miss him and his wisdom around here until he gets back.
Jo
Posted by a surfer on :
So sorry to hear this nina.
God bless you and your family.
Our family will pray for a speedy recovery.
Keep us posted on his progression.
Posted by BooDog on :
Thank you nina-de-tex for sharing this tragic news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and I wish Tex a speedy recovery. He is an excellent person who has helped me very much.
All my best,
Jim
Posted by bdgee on :
Yes, we will all miss him here, but some of us, used to Tex by his real name and identity, miss him in the real world.
Hopefully you will let us know when he is able to see visitors and, then, I will even venture eastward into the sickness that is Dallas to see him.
Posted by Upside on :
He always was and I'm sure he'll continue to be one of the best. Please let him know that we're all thinking of him.
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
Thank you all. And I will post news of major milestones here when I can.
Posted by *Mag* on :
My heart dropped when I read what you wrote and I can only offer my prayers for his recovery. Your dad is a very special man! These boards can be a persons home away from home(an extended family) and he has brightened these rooms with his presence. I have spoken to your father via the telephone in the past and felt an endearment towards him. Please keep us updated daughter of my friend...
Posted by NaturalResources on :
Get well soon Tex!
NR.
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Hang in there Tex...Our prayers go out to you and yours...
Buck
Posted by rkitch on :
I'm not one to post often but I read the message board each day. Tex is one of a kind. A great guy. Has a stong opinion but never forces his opinion on anyone else. I Pray for his recovery like everyone else does on this board.
Posted by wallymac on :
Nina,
I was just thinking the other dat, why Tex wasn't around I really miss his posts. We have had some great dialog and I have learned much from him.
Please send my wishes for a speedy recovery to him and keep us appraised to his progress.
He's a special man.
My best to you in your time of need.
Wallace McDonald AKA WallyMac
Posted by jordanreed on :
I miss Tex a great deal. Whenever I post, I do so with Tex in the back of my mind. I know this sounds strange, but I want him to respect my posts as I do his. He has been the wise one around here. Sane against the chaos. Always intelligent and insightful. I really, really like the man. I hope there is a way that we, as a community, can find a way to help out him and his family. Individually..we must do what our heart tells us.
Please recover fully , Tex, ...Nina..thank you for your post and stay strong for your father and family..We love you , Tex..
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Aw no....TEX.....
Posted by 10of13 on :
Nina, Please give your dad a hug from me...Tell him my whole brood will keep him in our thoughts. Also, I'd like to say that I think your father is a very caring and wonderful man! Get better Sir Tex! Hugs! 10
Posted by jordanreed on :
I weep
Posted by Sunnyside on :
My prayers and best wishes for a quick recovery Huckleberry!!!
I miss you.
Posted by IMAKEMONEY on :
THIS IS VERY SAD, GOOD LUCK TEX, GOD SPEED!
Posted by 66inxs on :
Your dad is a great person for whom I have the utmost respect. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!!
Posted by Lockman on :
A Gentelman for sure, get well. You make a difference in other folks lives and now it's our turn to channel that energy to you.
My prayers are with you.
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
We miss ya Tex.
I'm gonna find a killer pick so I can tell ya all about it once you get back alright man?
Nina-de-tex,
I'm nowhere near you guys unfortunately but if we can do anything to help Tex & family you just let us know.
Posted by $tock Weazel on :
Wow...sorry to hear that.
Get well SOON TEX!
You'll be in my prayers.
Posted by PCola77 on :
I'm with Mag, I felt sick to my stomach when I read your first two sentences. Tex is as good a "friend" as you can have on an online message board. Very glad that I am writing a message that he will be able to see again, instead of eulogizing. Wishing him a speedy and full recovery for all the reasons that have already been mentioned in this thread.
Posted by T e x on :
Hello, all.
Just wanted to let you know that today is the fourth day that Dad's been off the ventilator (though he still has a tracheostomy.) Things are looking great and his sedation has been tapered off, so he's able to communicate in a meaningful way these days, by writing things down. It won't be long (and understand that our perspective on "long" has been permanently altered by his now 5 weeks in the hospital) until he can check in here himself and give you his own update.
Thanks again for all your kind words. You - even in the semi-anonymous world of the Web - have definitely met the man I know. He's true blue, for sure.
-- Niña de Tex
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
I am so sorry -- wow. I hope I didn't get anyone too excited by seeing a post from Dad's handle. That really creeped me out. I was on my husband's laptop and didn't realize that the board automatically signed Dad on from when he was visiting us here in Denver earlier this year.
That won't happen again. Next time you see a post from T e x, it'll be him, I promise.
Apologies and blessings, NdT
Posted by Pagan on :
quote:Originally posted by nina-de-tex: I am so sorry -- wow. I hope I didn't get anyone too excited by seeing a post from Dad's handle. That really creeped me out. I was on my husband's laptop and didn't realize that the board automatically signed Dad on from when he was visiting us here in Denver earlier this year.
That won't happen again. Next time you see a post from T e x, it'll be him, I promise.
Apologies and blessings, NdT
That's ok! Just good to know he is progressing in his recovery, our prayers are working. God bless you Nina, I hope to see your father posting again in earnest. Godspeeed TEX!
Posted by Pagan on :
quote:Originally posted by Pagan:
quote:Originally posted by nina-de-tex: I am so sorry -- wow. I hope I didn't get anyone too excited by seeing a post from Dad's handle. That really creeped me out. I was on my husband's laptop and didn't realize that the board automatically signed Dad on from when he was visiting us here in Denver earlier this year.
That won't happen again. Next time you see a post from T e x, it'll be him, I promise.
Apologies and blessings, NdT
That's ok! Just good to know he is progressing in his recovery, our prayers are working. God bless you Nina, I hope to see your father posting again in earnest. Godspeeed TEX!
Just a side note, maybe printing out these posts and letting your father read them would give his soul boost. He is truly missed by many. I think knowing that might speed his recovery. God bless you and yours. Posted by glassman on :
NDT? can you check TEX's PM box?
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
No, I logged off. Dunno his pw. I wanted to respect his privacy. I think Pagan's idea is a great one, and I'll see if I can make that happen on Monday. Then, if he wants us to check PMs for him, we'll do so with his permission. Please understand that some things are still a little fuzzy for him, so we'll let him take it all in in his own time.
Thanks again, all! And thanks, Glassman, for helping to make these connections.
Posted by IWISHIHAD on :
nina-de-tex
There are also a bunch of responses on the stock side of allstocks in case you were not aware.
Posted by Peaser on :
NDT, tell my friend the newsman that Peaser says to keep up the good fight.
Posted by Jenna on :
I just found out...Thanks to Stock Weazel....
TEX- you get better right away Mister.....Who else can keep us in line over here & IHUB? You always help us keep our feet on ground....
Hurry back I have no one to call SEXY TEXY... Posted by glassman on :
I am told Tex is making good progress. His computer was destroyed in the fire, and he's going to have a long recovery.
i've requested that Tex's family (nina) set up an account so we could all get together to get Tex a laptop. I lost a house to a fire about ten years ago and the insurance was a pain in the butt, and slow as ****, and i wasn't even hurt. I am assuming that he's going to be in the hospital for quite awhile yet, and i bet a laptop would make his time there alot better. Besides, we'll hear from him sooner...
Thanks Glass for developing a way we can all do something for Tex.
You are waaayyyy cool. Posted by nina-de-tex on :
Thanks, Glassman. Dad will be so touched. If it happens quickly enough, I can deliver it to him next week when I return to Texas. I think a goal of $800-$1000 would get him a nice, dependable machine, don't you? And since he won't be settled back in his house for some months, a laptop will be the perfect thing.
Since I have no way of projecting what you guys will end up raising, I guess if there's a huge surplus, rest assured that it will go towards his mounting medical costs and costs of living, as he does not have medical insurance and won't be able to work for some time. I will report the progress of the fund daily. I know you guys like fast, frequent updates.
You're a great, supportive community for one another. What a blessing.
Sincerely, NdT
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
quote:Originally posted by IWISHIHAD: nina-de-tex
There are also a bunch of responses on the stock side of allstocks in case you were not aware.
Thanks, IWISH -- which thread? I'd like to print out what's happened for him so far and mail it to him at the hospital this week...
Posted by glassman on :
hey, i am just paying it forward... we were devestated about losing our home, but nobody got hurt, and i was amazed about the way complete strangers responded...
Donations coordinator: YerPalTex**********
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Great idea Glass...I'm in
Posted by rkitch on :
Glassman, You are the type of person that people need when they are down. This is my opinion formed from everything I've seen you post as well as what you are trying to do now to get TEX the new laptop. TEX can get the new lap top to talk with us. But according to his daughter, TEX has no insurance. Therefore I would like to make a challenge to all of the well wishers and friends of TEX on the board. I will put $100 into a fund. Glassman, you pick the place to put it. Then everyone who matches my $100 has a vote as to what stock to invest in. Glassman, you determine, from the best of the best of the people on the board, who picks the stock. Take all of the proceeds. Roll the dice. Proceeds go to TEX. What you think?
Posted by IWISHIHAD on :
I did the search for the post on tex on the stock side and it shows but it will not pull them up.
If there is any way they can be pulled up and maybe placed on this side to make it easy for nina-de-tex. Thanks.
Posted by glassman on :
i like your enthusiasm rk, Tex may not have health coverage, if so? i missed that, but i am pretty sure he has homeowners...
we need to give Tex time to heal right now...
there are philanthropic people we could approach on his behalf if this is catastrophic for him, but we need to wait and allow him to make decisions, in the meantime, most charitable organisations sell gifts of stocks immediately for a very good reason...
there are some very good stock pickers here, but actually choosing buy and sell points even on good stocks can be very difficult, especially with half the board looking over your shoulder, and there can only be one person on the buy-sell key...
you know, to my knowledge? Cramer has never released any actual proof of his trading ability? i like the guy we see on TV, he makes alot of good picks, but i have to say, i expect Jim to stroke out at any time ...
BTW? i am not doing this laptop thingy, we all are... quite a few did something like this for me once and the goal is for Tex to be able to do this for somebody else in the very near future....
Posted by wallymac on :
This email confirms that you have donated YerPalTex********** $20.00 USD using PayPal. This credit card transaction will appear on your bill as "PAYPAL *YERPALTEX".
Posted by PCola77 on :
I pitched in as well, and glass, that was a great idea.
I can't believe he has no health insurance and has been in the hospital for 5 or 6 weeks and counting. Of course I hope for a full physical recovery, but secondly, I hope he comes out okay on the financial side as well.
Get better Tex, we miss you!
Posted by *Mag* on :
I'm in... Glass awesome idea; no wonder Tex thinks so highly of you! Perhaps you can place this over on the da hub as well; different community of folks there, but I bet a few of em' have hearts...
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
I'll be in just as soon as I get home.
Glass, have you let the Ihubber's know about this? I know some of them would want to get in as well.
Posted by bilgert on :
In like Flynn. Confirmation Number: 54J41007UN278380F Placed on Aug. 5, 2008
Posted by PCola77 on :
I'll put it up on TGL on IHUB, I know Tex posted there soemtimes, and I have done the same, but just glancing at some of the other boards he posted on, I'm a total outsider there so don't feel comfortable asking on other boards.
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
I'll put a message up on Daytrader's Forum.
I know a few of those guys.
Posted by bilgert on :
I posted on t he pennyst ockb log. Tex posted there rarely, but I'm certain several people there would love to contribute.
Posted by Mr. CATIAEngineer on :
I would have never found this had one of the posts not come from Tex's account directly. I have been wondering what happened to him, he never replied to a PM and I saw that he hadnt posted in weeks. I decided to check again today and found this thread. I had hoped it wasnt something like this.
I see now that he is "making good progress" but im still crushed by the news. I'll be watching more closely now and hope for a speedy recovery!!
Tex is a very good man...grumpy and bluntly honest at times, but easily one of my favorites from here and I have a ton of respect for him. Please pass on my best wishes!
Posted by Pagan on :
Try posting it on I-Hubs Rules and Regs board. That was Tex's board, and Nina(his daughter) also posted a message there.
Posted by Lockman on :
Messages are posted on Penny Profilers board. Tex was good friends with several of the administrators.
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
I have posted the link on the Rules and Reg's board. Thanks for the tip Pagan.
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
Wow, you all.
As promised, I'm here to post your progress. Here's what you've done in less than 24 hours:
NET: $482.86 (that's less the paypal fees, of course.)
I can't wait to see his face when I tell him where his shiny new laptop came from. He's going to be stunned.
NdT
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
I have also posted the link on Rockband Inc. (The other board he mod's for on I-hub.)
Alright guys, we're off to a good start but we can do better.
Time for a PM chain. If you know anyone who knows Tex it is time to message them and tell em what we are trying to do here.
$1000 for a new computer is a good goal but lets not forget what hospital stays can do to a family budget. If we can go higher (and based on the response so far I think we can) then lets kick butt and get TEX taken care of!
BF
Posted by glassman on :
quote:Originally posted by *Mag*: I'm in... Glass awesome idea; no wonder Tex thinks so highly of you! Perhaps you can place this over on the da hub as well; different community of folks there, but I bet a few of em' have hearts...
actually i can't take credit for the idea, there's a couple of other posters that nudged me here. all i did was call best buy to ask about how to get a gift card fund there and they gave me a runaround and eventually lost me in their computerised phone system, so i asked Nina to open a paypal account... which was easier (for me) anyway, and posted it.
Posted by cottonjim on :
I'm in..................
"James, your donation is now complete" 7BL50668MN455452X Donation amount: $50.00 USD Total: $50.00 USD Purpose: Friends of Tex Laptop Fund
Get better soon Tex, enjoy that new lap top.
Posted by jordanreed on :
Lovin ya,Tex
Posted by Ocqueoc on :
Darn it TEX !! Catia just called me, I am so sorry to hear about what you are going thru !
Nina, Thank you so much for keeping us updated, your Dad has helped me thru a couple of tough nights, after the death of my son. He likes to appear gruff on the board, but he has a heart of gold! ( sorry Tex, the secret is out )
My thoughts and prayers for the entire "Tex family!
Posted by cottonjim on :
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Posted by Happy Valley on :
Great idea here guys...Get well soon my brutha...
Confirmation number: 0WS75866PL0002444 Donation amount: $100.00 USD Total: $100.00 USD Purpose: Friends of Tex Laptop Fund
Posted by bmwboyee on :
Tex, godspeed. sent you something for the new lappy.
please let me know before you purchase because you can find GREAT deals at www.slickdeals.net and the rest can go towards medical bills.
example taken from slickdeals:
Dell Home has the Inspiron 1525 Laptop for $520 (or $504.40 with DPA) with free shipping. Remove Microsoft Works Plus 2008 to get the price. Thanks rhkanmt. [Review]
If paying with Dell Preferred Account (DPA) you may save an extra 3%, here is how: During checkout, select Credit Card as method of payment Click "Change Payment Type" Click "Choose" link under Credit/Debit Card (again) Under "Save 3% with Dell Preferred Account! (Discount applied at Final Checkout)" click "Click Here to Take Advantage of this Offer" link Click "Choose" under "I already have a Dell Preferred Account" if you have one, or sign up for a new one if you don't Checkout, enjoy your 3% (4% at EPP) savings Specs: Intel Core 2 Duo T5750 (2.00GHz/667Mhz FSB/2MB cache) Genuine Windows Vista SP1 Home Basic Edition Glossy, widescreen 15.4" display (1280x800) Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 2GB Shared Dual Channel DDR2 at 667MHz 120GB SATA Hard Drive (5400RPM) CD / DVD Writer (DVD+/-RW Drive) Dell Wireless 1505 Wireless-N Mini-card Integrated 2.0M Pixel Webcam 6 cell battery High Definition Audio 2.0
The only reason i say this is because I would really like to be able to help with the hospital bills as well.
Posted by frugalgranny on :
I almost never post here, but I've always respected Tex. Give him my regards and may he recover ASAP.
Posted by keytrader on :
Iam in. Its good to see that helping your fellow man spirit is still alive. Wish Tex well in the long road ahead.
Posted by tmanfromtexas on :
TEX, I hope you get better and better. God speed in your recovery. TMAN...
Posted by jordanreed on :
Tex started talking,Aug 4, able to remember dreams, starting to take sips of liquid..He's coming back..slowly..WHAT A MAN!!...encouraging signs!
Posted by 10of13 on :
This is a great thing! As I said over on the other thread..Tex has kept watch over these boards and helped us out many of times...it's time to pay him back! Thanks for getting it going guys! Get well soon Sir Tex! Hugs, 10
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
I'm offically in now.
Continue that road to recovery TEX!
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
La Niña, here.
Thought you all might like to know you've doubled what you had this morning and your Friends of Tex Laptop Fund is now at $824.85. This has happened in just 24 hours. You guys do not kid around.
Good night, NdT
Posted by SeekingFreedom on :
Thanks for the heads up, Big. Been hectic the last week or two at work. Had a couple of lines down so my people and the rest of us have to pick up the slack. Been hard to keep up on the news here.
I hope this helps you, Tex, whether for laptop or bills.
I'm in.
Posted by voodooman on :
Get well soon Tex.
I'm in.
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Just an FYI.
I was having trouble with my posts on Ihub getting noticed before they get buried so I am trying another tactic. I have started a board a new board in the Free Zone over there called Friends of Tex.
I have a link to the fund as well as a link over here (that I might have to remove if Matt doesn't like it) and will add the updates as they come over on that board as well.
Perhaps more of his friends over there will find the info that way.
Thanks,
BF
Posted by glassman on :
i sent a detailed message to Matt, but am still waiting on a response.
Posted by cottonjim on :
I also posted the link on a few boards over there but the same problem occured BF, they were buried in no time. Starting a new thread was a good idea.
Posted by R1 Man on :
Very sorry to hear the news on Tex. I wish him a speedy recovery. I also sent $50.00 for his medical bills. I will keep him in my prayers.
Confirmation Number: 9KH61589AG049413S Placed on Aug. 6, 2008 Purpose Donation amount Friends of Tex Laptop Fund $50.00 USD
Total Amount: $50.00 USD
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
pickinngrinin was the one who suggested it after I asked pintobeans if he could help spread the word.
Thanks R1!
Posted by R1 Man on :
I would of done it sooner if I had seen it. I saw it last night but didn't have time to read. I wish him the best. He has helped me several times and always willing to lend a hand or advice. He unlocked my trend in Swing Trades and help smoothe a problem over also. What a great guy!
Posted by cottonjim on :
quote:Originally posted by The Bigfoot: pickinngrinin was the one who suggested it after I asked pintobeans if he could help spread the word.
Thanks R1!
Gotta love message board "handles" Posted by BooDog on :
Great idea Glass and great to see the dedication on spreading the word. What a team! What a family!
Get well soon Tex!
Posted by glassman on :
quote:Originally posted by BooDog: Great idea Glass and great to see the dedication on spreading the word. What a team! What a family!
Get well soon Tex!
seriously, i was inspired by other posters here, and still am.
Posted by PCola77 on :
Okay guys, glass is too modest to accept our praise, so despite the fact that I didn't do anything, feel free to tell me how great I am instead of him Posted by glassman on :
LOL... you're just trying to trick me into telling you who made me do it and it might work...
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
LOL
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
Sorry not to have posted sooner - I got swamped at work.
Your end of day total: $998.43
You guys hit the goal and I'll be presenting his Friends of Tex Laptop from you all next week!
Posted by Sunnyside on :
Posted by BooDog on :
quote:Originally posted by glassman:
quote:Originally posted by BooDog: Great idea Glass and great to see the dedication on spreading the word. What a team! What a family!
Get well soon Tex!
seriously, i was inspired by other posters here, and still am.
You have a big heart Glass. Just like many walks through life, the experiences we live through make it easier to recognize what we can do to try and make something just a little easier for the next person. Allstocks has been a GREAT help to me and Tex has been an EXCELLENT mentor. I wish him the best and hope to see him back here soon! Cheers Glass, a great show of compassion to a person well deserved imo, a thousand times over.
Posted by glassman on :
awesome, and i didn't even have to send Guido around to twist arms...
Posted by Peaser on :
Nina, what shape is the house in? I know it's been in your family for a few generations.
Hopefully not all was lost.
Posted by cottonjim on :
quote:Originally posted by nina-de-tex: Sorry not to have posted sooner - I got swamped at work.
Your end of day total: $998.43
You guys hit the goal and I'll be presenting his Friends of Tex Laptop from you all next week!
Awesome, can't wait to hear from Tex personaly!!!!!!!
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Nina,
I've had a couple folks asking me if there is an address they can send a Get Well Soon card out to.
Would you be comfortable with that?
Thanks,
Bigfoot
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Hey folks,
I am going to be headed out of town tomorrow for a week. Would anybody here be willing to take on the task of posting updates at I-hub from Friday to next Saturday?
Thanks,
BF
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
BF, Folks can feel free to send cards to
Friends of Tex (Unless you've got his name) P.O. Box 884 Hurst, TX 76053
Also, as far as the house goes, Peaser, it's going to need a new roof, new back corner re-framed, and all flooring, drywall, and cabinetry/built-in shelving throughout will have to ripped out due to smoke damage. Not the best news, sure, but despite their fire damage, both Dad and the house are able to be repaired. And that's a good thing!
Posted by cottonjim on :
quote:Originally posted by The Bigfoot: Hey folks,
I am going to be headed out of town tomorrow for a week. Would anybody here be willing to take on the task of posting updates at I-hub from Friday to next Saturday?
Thanks,
BF
I'd be happy to do it Mon-Friday next week, I will be awy from my 'puter on the weekends. Let me know?
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
That would be a great help Cotton.
I'd just guess not many would be looking for updates over there during non-trading days anyway.
Thanks!!
Posted by jgrecoconstr on :
Wow!! I hadn't looked at this part of allstocks for a few weeks. Tex was helping me with a project and I was wondering why he had lost interest in it. Last time he responded he was doing some taping because his son if I remember was moving in. I'm sorry to hear about the fire and Tex's injuries but glad to hear it sounds like he is coming home shortly. I missed out on helping with the laptop to. please put the $100 I send in under the name Northwoodsent toward his medical bills. Nina once his home owners is set if you wish and I would certainly be happy to do it. You could use the money to buy a two way ticket to your closest airport and I will resheet and shingle his roof for him. I would just need a bed to sleep in for the week. The money you would save on labor could go toward something else he needs.
Posted by nina-de-tex on :
quote:Originally posted by jgrecoconstr: Nina once his home owners is set if you wish and I would certainly be happy to do it. You could use the money to buy a two way ticket to your closest airport and I will resheet and shingle his roof for him. I would just need a bed to sleep in for the week. The money you would save on labor could go toward something else he needs.
JGRE: What an amazing offer. I've sent you a PM about it.
And, all: Dad will see this for himself shortly because, today, HE'S OUT OF THE HOSPITAL! As soon as he gets his bearings and feels up to it, I know he'll be checking in here with you all. And since I figured he'd see this thread before I'm able to get there with the laptop on Wednesday, I went ahead and told him our surprise this morning. He is so very touched.
You're a wonderful, wonderful group of people.
love, Niña de Tex
Posted by bdgee on :
"I feel better all over, more than anywhere else. That's exactly how I fell."
Tell him to let me know where to come visit!
Posted by Ocqueoc on :
Tex, you big "teddy bear" !! Just read that you are out of the hospital, that is great news!! I hope and pray you are feeling better every day!!
Your friend ocqueoc
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Now that is GREAT NEWS...
Posted by Jo4321 on :
Glad to hear he's out of the hospital. Haven't been to the boards for a few days, so missed the laptop thing until I saw a PM from Bigfoot today. So if you've already got the laptop, add my donation to the pool for anything else you are working towards fixing.
Jo
Posted by Lockman on :
Tex, Great news! Hoping for a speedy recovery and a move forward to that incredable life you deserve.
Posted by Mr. CATIAEngineer on :
Thats great news that he is home now! Roughly a week after being taken off the ventilator...thats amazing!
Tex, we miss ya my friend. I hope every day brings you even more strength! Take it slow and easy though.....lots of rest.
Peace
Posted by cottonjim on :
Good news, can't wait to hear from Tex!!!!
Posted by Peaser on :
Nina, is his phone in working order? I'd like to give him a call.
Also, I was wondering where he will be staying over the course of the next few months. Hopefully, all will work out for the best.
Posted by PCola77 on :
Any more updates?
Posted by glassman on :
not on my end. expecting good news any day tho Posted by Peaser on :
Tex has kept watch over these boards and helped us out many of times...it's time to pay him back!
Keep sendin' in the funds to Paypal.
Tex will be out of comission for some time more than likely, and can probably use all the help he can get to pay for his monthly mortgage.
Posted by Pagan on :
Any news on Tex? Any updates on his recovery?
Posted by Pagan on :
Anyone at all with an update on Tex? Glassman, Nina, bdgee...Tex??
Posted by Ace of Spades on :
Damn!!!
I've been away from allstocks and Ihub for a while cause I've been busy with school and work!
Then I stumbled across this thread. It's terrible news, However, it's also great to see everyone at allstocks come together and help tex out during this whole ordeal. The new laptop computer was an awesome idea! It realy shows how many people care about Tex, and appreciate having tex around.
I hope you get well Tex, in every way....physicaly, mentaly, financialy, spiritualy any other way I may have left out!
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
quote:Originally posted by nina-de-tex: BF, Folks can feel free to send cards to
Friends of Tex (Unless you've got his name) P.O. Box 884 Hurst, TX 76053
Nina,
Could you double-check the P.O. Box address for me? Someone on I-hub said his get well card was returned as undeliverable.
Thanks a bunch,
BF
Posted by CashCowMoo on :
Is tex over on ihub as well?
Posted by T e x on :
Hey, gang,
Can't quite say, "I'm back" just yet, but I had to thank you...one and all. For one thing, I'm writing to you on my brand new Dell laptop, with the Intel Core2 Duo chip and studio monitor, four mountains of RAM and a mountain range of storage, plus DVD R/W drive. Quite a machine you all ponied up for...My daughter delivered it last week, and I'm still test-driving, but it's a really nice machine and a wonderful aid to me right now. Thank You.
Second: I tried to read this thread at one sitting...and couldn't do it. I got too choked up.
In other words, I also appreciate your kind words and strong support. You are the best, and you explain why this remains my home board. And, yup, I know some pals from da Hub chipped in, too, but it all started here. Again, my thanks...
As for me, I'm in a safe place, getting lots of good food (for instance, breakfast today was a celery-laced omlette, wild-pig sausage, peaches and kajillion-grain toast with juice and hot tea) and as much exercise as I can handle.
I had an outpatient follow-up today--basically, I've got a long way to go but I walk better every day and the docs say I'm ahead of schedule...
Oh...thanks also for the welcome you gave my daughter. Y'all are one class act, all the way.
Warm wishes and highest regards...I'll start being around some, slowly but surely.
Yer pal,
Tex
Posted by bilgert on :
good to hear from ya bud! I'm a prayin' and a cheerin' and a hopin' for a speedy recovery for you!
Posted by glassman on :
yeehaw, Tex is back. Posted by R1 Man on :
Welcome Back Tex!! Glad we all could help. The money we all chipped in is nothing compaired to how much we have enjoyed your postings as well as the money you helped us make/save with you knowledge. Look forward to reading more of your posts. Do you need anymore help with anything? I'm not sure but I think the paypal account is still open. So if that is correct, I'm sure we can help you out with your recovery costs. Just let us know. Ohhh....and don't look at it as a "HANDOUT". Look at it as "We are Investing in you".
From all of us who care, your sincerly welcome!!
Bill
Posted by jgrecoconstr on :
welcome back Tex. Glad to hear your doing better but I'm alittle jealous of the breakfasts.
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Welcome back Tex...
Posted by jordanreed on :
speaking of choked up..?..I'm so happy of your recovery , Tex. I miss you around here.
I've thought of you everyday, hoping you get better
My heart breaks when I think of what you have gone through, and are currently going through..
SSOOOO glad you are getting better..caint wait for your return
Best wishes, Tex.............jordan
Posted by Pagan on :
So happy to hear your recovery is progressing Tex. It's great to have you back. And I'd really appreciate it if you could pass along my heartfelt thanks to your daughter for keeping us so well informed.
Posted by *Mag* on :
W00T! Welcome home and keep up the good fight. Your daughter is special, it was easy for us to be receptive to her; I see she is a writter just like Daddy awwwww... Let it be known, you got a lot of people in your corner pulling for ya and you posting here last night will bring a lot of smiles to the readers faces, I know it brought one to mine. Posted by PCola77 on :
Apparently *Mag* is not as good of a "writter" as the tex clan
Welcome back Tex! Get the rest of the way healthy quick!
Posted by *Mag* on :
quote:Originally posted by PCola77: Apparently *Mag* is not as good of a "writter" as the tex clan
Welcome back Tex! Get the rest of the way healthy quick!
write on; my grammarian spelling bee friend! Posted by Mr. CATIAEngineer on :
Hiya Tex! Good to see you posting and the great news that you are getting the care that you need and deserve. I'll let Mom (Ocqueoc) know you are feeling a little better. She will be happy to know as well!
Take care of yourself...I hope to be "seeing" more of you soon!
Peace
Posted by Ocqueoc on :
Tex, Catia just told me you posted!! Yahoo , made my day!
I'll keep praying for you and hope you get better each day! You are missed you "big teddy bear"
You friend Ocqueoc
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
HOT DAMN!
Tex is back!!! Wish I had an emoticon that could do back flips cause that's what I wanted to do when I saw that handle!
Posted by Lockman on :
WOW, Tex is BACK! The good lord must have decided you have more work to due here on earth. From the response you've recieved here I'd say he's pleased with what you've been doing so far. Take time and get healthy.
Jim
Posted by SeekingFreedom on :
Welcome back, Tex! Glad to see you're up to making the rounds. We will continue to keep you in our hearts and prayers.
Posted by NaturalResources on :
Great to hear from you Tex, hope you have a quick and full recovery.
NR.
Posted by wallymac on :
Hey Tex. Glad to see you are making progress.
Take care of yourself first. We all like hearing from you but your continued recovery is the most important thing right now.
Get well.
Posted by Happy Valley on :
Holllla!!!That is great news Tex, keep fighting the fight...
Posted by Sunnyside on :
This is the best news!!!!!
I've just returned from out of town and am so delighted I checked in.
Good for you Tex. Posted by syynik on :
Tex, I just logged in and found out what happened--I am so glad to hear you're doing better!!
Remember, you need TONS of rest. Don't exert yourself too much.
To a very speedy recovery, Christy
Posted by kermit42 on :
Tex: I saw your post on another thread and, hey he's back! So I checked over here for the update. Great to hear you're out of the hospital and recovery is moving along. We'll keep thinking of you and hoping for a full recovery.
And thanks to la nina for keeping us informed of your progress.
Posted by T e x on :
Thanks, kermit. Am not happy with the way the mortgage situation is going, but am thrilled to be able to have problems at all...
And you're right--that's some daughter I got. Posted by Ace of Spades on :
quote:Originally posted by T e x: Thanks, kermit. Am not happy with the way the mortgage situation is going, but am thrilled to be able to have problems at all...
And you're right--that's some daughter I got.
What's up Tex!
I'm glad to see you're still able to count you blessings while going through tough times.
Some people just get frustrated and become angry at the world...
Posted by Ocqueoc on :
quote:Originally posted by T e x: Thanks, kermit. Am not happy with the way the mortgage situation is going, but am thrilled to be able to have problems at all...
And you're right--that's some daughter I got.
It is SO good to log on and see a post from TEX !! Prayers are still being said for a fast recovery Posted by IMAKEMONEY on :
ALRIGHT TEX! GET ON SOME OF THERE AZZ!! Posted by IMAKEMONEY on :
Posted by jordanreed on :
How you coming along, Tex?
Posted by T e x on :
good, thanks.
No longer reliant on family or friends for daily care. Got my own temporary rental place, got my dog...
I'm slower than normal, but that goes with the territory. Won't last.
Posted by jordanreed on :
Thats wonderful to hear..
I thank the great spirit in the sky!
Posted by PCola77 on :
quote:Originally posted by T e x: I'm slower than normal
Haven't you always been? Posted by jgrecoconstr on :
That was a cheap shot...... but ya did get a laugh. Good to hear your improving Tex.
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by PCola77:
quote:Originally posted by T e x: I'm slower than normal
Haven't you always been?
me? I wouldn't say anything if I were you, Mr. Outdated-siggy...
Posted by jordanreed on :
he's back/...ok, so now I want to hear some relevant quote,off the top of yur head, from H.D.T.
its a test.
Posted by T e x on :
H.D.T. ?
sorry, not ringing a bell...
Posted by jordanreed on :
Henry David
Posted by T e x on :
ya...lol, it hit me on the way to get a BBQ sandwich.
Well, obviously the most famous is about peeps living lives of quiet desperation. Then there's a famous one about simplicity...planning and living a simplified life.
truth be told, I never finished Walden...each page had at least one mind-blowing sentence--I'd read some then think it over for a year or two. I need to pick it back up...
Posted by T e x on :
Here's a couple I found, not off the top of my head, simplicity first:
Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler.
Now, my favorite:
Do not be too moral. You may cheat yourself out of much life. Aim above morality. Be not simply good; be good for something. Posted by Ace of Spades on :
What's up tex!
How have things been with you..?
Posted by jordanreed on :
"Do not be too moral. You may cheat yourself out of much life. Aim above morality. Be not simply good; be good for something."
i like that....I've only read bits and pieces. Time to pick it up again
Posted by PCola77 on :
I'm still not trading, I just stop in once in a while.
quote:Originally posted by T e x:
quote:Originally posted by PCola77:
quote:Originally posted by T e x: I'm slower than normal
Haven't you always been?
me? I wouldn't say anything if I were you, Mr. Outdated-siggy...
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by PCola77: I'm still not trading, I just stop in once in a while.
quote:Originally posted by T e x:
quote:Originally posted by PCola77:
quote:Originally posted by T e x: I'm slower than normal
Haven't you always been?
me? I wouldn't say anything if I were you, Mr. Outdated-siggy...
You should stop in more often, trading or not.
But I would drop that "final good-bye" thingee... Posted by J_U_ICE on :
TEX I haven't been around for a few months and I'm checking in and just started reading what happened to you. Though am ecstatic to see that you are back posting again I'm very saddened to read what you have been going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I wish you all the best on a light-speed recovery. You are and always have a been a true gentleman and you deserve all the best in life.
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by J_U_ICE: TEX I haven't been around for a few months and I'm checking in and just started reading what happened to you. Though am ecstatic to see that you are back posting again I'm very saddened to read what you have been going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I wish you all the best on a light-speed recovery. You are and always have a been a true gentleman and you deserve all the best in life.
Go with ecstatic, my buddy...
True, it's sad I will lose my family home. But I gotta tell you, being alive after dodging a bullet like that changes your perspective. Had I lost my home to the mortgage-company crooks without this experience? I may have become a bitter, old man.
However, as it is, I get some say in who buys my place and should have enough moolah to start over--of course, on a much smaller scale...but alive.
I smile a lot.
Thanks for reaching out
Posted by glassman on :
glad to hear that perspective already Tex...
i'm not surprised tho Posted by IMAKEMONEY on :
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by IMAKEMONEY:
lol, you goofball...
what's yur message?
fill yur hand
Posted by Relentless. on :
Is it too early to start calling you Crispy Tex? Just questions. Maybe you need more time... I understand.
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by Relentless.: Is it too early to start calling you Crispy Tex? Just questions. Maybe you need more time... I understand.
original recipe, you freak!
Posted by Peaser on :
Colonel Sanders has nuttin' on Tex!
Hmm, a new flavor, Nutt'n Crispy?
Posted by T e x on :
well, normally I wouldn't post about this, but because so many were interested...
I went back to work today. Got a call for an install that required somebody with electrical/neon experience to get in the attic for a new restaurant. So I wound up working the second half of the day. It's dark in there and somewhat cramped, but it went real well.
Felt real good to have my tools back on, climbing ladders and using my agility. Still not 100% but dadgum, I did it. Very happy about that...
And still so terrifically grateful for all you guys' support.
Thanks again...
Posted by *Mag* on :
nice bro; work like that possesses its own therapeutic value. Congrats!
Posted by T e x on :
Mag,
I gotta tell ya a lil inside: because of the tender skin on my left hand, I had gotten myself some of those work gloves without fingers (CAT brand, in this case). Man, alive. I used to think they were sissy stuff--now, I wish I had been using them for years. I would've saved myself many a nick, slice and scrape: working inside those transformer boxes, you almost can't help slicing or nicking some part of your hand.
lol, live and learn...
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Posted by T e x on :
.... a-n-d...just found out a while ago, I'm working again tomorrow.
what a long, strange trip...
Posted by IMAKEMONEY on :
ITS ALWAYS DARKEST BEFORE THE DAWN. Posted by T e x on :
uhh... No harm, no foul?
Posted by The Bigfoot on :
Don't piss into the wind when standing right next to electric fence?
Posted by T e x on :
Exactly!
Count yer chickens before the circus comes to town...
Posted by Peaser on :
quote:Originally posted by The Bigfoot: Don't piss into the wind when standing right next to electric fence?
It's not that bad.... Posted by bdgee on :
I'll take you word for that.
Posted by T e x on :
*bump*
will explain later Posted by retiredat49 on :
Ok...later has come and gone...
I can't stand the suspense...spit it out man!
Posted by Ace of Spades on :
quote:Originally posted by retiredat49: Ok...later has come and gone...
I can't stand the suspense...spit it out man!
I think Peaser got electricuted again!
Posted by T e x on :
OK, gals 'n guys...
After an *incredibly* complex chain of events that I would not believe myself had I not lived through it, I have finally closed on my new place today.
More details, later...
BUT...please recognize that all your loving support here is one thing that kept me going.
I never will be able to thank you enough.
wheeeeee!
It's a great place...
Posted by glassman on :
wow, that's great Tex.
Posted by Pagan on :
quote:Originally posted by T e x: OK, gals 'n guys...
After an *incredibly* complex chain of events that I would not believe myself had I not lived through it, I have finally closed on my new place today.
More details, later...
BUT...please recognize that all your loving support here is one thing that kept me going.
I never will be able to thank you enough.
wheeeeee!
It's a great place...
Great to hear! As they say, "Home is where the heart is". Hope to hear more about the new digs when you have the time.
Posted by raybond on :
way to go Tex happy for you.
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Fanfriggintastical.....
Posted by Bob Frey on :
Great news Tex!
Posted by CJim on :
Good to hear Tex, happy for you!
Posted by Lockman on :
Couldn't happen to better guy. Congrat's.
Posted by Ace of Spades on :
Congrats Tex! Im happy for you!
Posted by jgrecoconstr on :
wtg tex
Posted by T e x on :
Ya, thanks, gang...
OK, so here's the background...can't remember whom I've told what, lol. Between the crooked mortgage companies and either incompetent or malfeasant attorney that my family hired while I was unconscious, I got a bad, undeserved hickey on my credit report, which left me unable to get a mortgage on a new house, even though I was able to pay more than half down.
So I had to find private money, which I was able to do only because of my standing in the community, not because of any special business acumen. We made a deal that had my "white knight" offering to NOT profit from securing a house for me...IF he could buy my burned house at a nice discount...the idea being that he would make his money by rehabbing the burnout in such a fashion as to sell it for a profit.
Handshake deal, alla way. No contract...and we're off to the races, with me eventually looking at literally hundreds of properties since Oct/Nov. In fact, in one two-day period around the holidays, I looked at 102 properties. As we all know, lottsa foreclosures out there...
Well, we kept getting outbid. Finally we figured out that I was competing with many, many investors throughout North Texas, and perhaps beyond. If you recall, I started hunting about the time the "bailout" news was in full swing.
So many peeps who had yanked out their dough from stocks have been looking to recovery by buying real estate cheap...EXCEPT, they're not real estate pros, either. So they didn't mind paying $4, $5 even $6 grand over a reasonable distressed price. I lost one property about 4 months ago to someone who was willing to pay above ask, which would suggest they were hot to move in as a primary residence. Yet, last time I drove by about 2 weeks ago? nobody's in it, yet...sheesh.
Anyway, very frustrating...
Meanwhile, my attorney had bungled negotiations with the mortgage company so poorly that they still owe me about $7 grand. And up until a coupla weeks ago, I *still* had not gotten my Notice of Release of Lien.
In case any of you or your friends are going though similar circumstances, lemme tell you: your attorney fighting foreclosure MUST get your release of lien when you pay off a mortgage.
In my case, I had realized that not only was the mortgage company was at fault but also that I was probably going have to sue my own attorney. So I requested a copy of my file, which produced documents that allowed me to secure my release of lien in one, 10-minute phone call...
...something he had not been able to do in 8 months.
Securing that document broke the log jam.
So...now I own a 3-bed, 2-bath home with a nice kitchen layout, a killer-diller fireplace, a separate space for an office (so I don't have to take a bedroom for the office), and space underneath for a root cellar or additional storage...PLUS truck/trailer access to the back for equipment, and land left over for a small workshop and a garden large enough to prolly feed 2 or 3 families.
Sure, it needs work. But at the price I could afford, anything I got would need work. And, of course, I can do the work...or call in friends who can.
Moral of the story for me: no matter how much I *thought* I wanted those other houses we got outbid on, the universe held back for me the best match for my needs and abilities.
And once again, I thank all of you and the few linked/related from iHub who have been so incredibly supportive. To this day, I have been able to get back on line only because of the laptop y'all bought me. Sure, once I got going again, months after getting out of the hospital, I could have bought replacement machines for my former network, cuz I know how to buy them cheap. And the outright donations have been crucial, too, because of not being able to work a full work-week...
As far the laptop goes, in the motel and my current lil duplex, I have had no room for my former setup. So, my very nice Dell Studio has kept me in touch, allowed a few trades, and brought in some business. Not to mention dealing with the legal, mortgage, and medical issues...
My daughter ("Nina de Tex") is planning to be here for my birthday in a few weeks. So I'm thinking I'll schedule the housewarming for then. If all goes as planned, I'll be able to post some pics for anybody interested.
To end, I will say this has been the most humbling experience of my life...
Love,
Tex
Posted by retiredat49 on :
Pics please....
Posted by T e x on :
will comply, as soon as I get a camera.
Am looking on CNET lately for a budget-minded dig-cam.
I need one to document my jobs, anyway...
Any suggestions?
Posted by IWISHIHAD on :
I don't check the board for a few days and news breaks out.
Sounds like things are slowly working out for you.
When's the open house?
I like my steak medium rare!
Glad to see things are finally looking up for you... congratulations
Posted by T e x on :
quote:Originally posted by IWISHIHAD: I don't check the board for a few days and news breaks out.
Sounds like things are slowly working out for you.
When's the open house?
I like my steak medium rare!
Glad to see things are finally looking up for you... congratulations
oh, man...
much slower than I ever could have imagined. But? once I secured that release of lien, BOOM, things started happening, quickly.
lol, I'm with you: medium rare--maybe I can get Upside to send some more of that premium beef? Ohhhh my gawd, that stuff he gets is unbeeeleevabley good.
But, ya... thanks: I feel like I've had a breakthrough, for sure.
Posted by jordanreed on :
we endeavor to persevere....
I think I heard that somewhere.
My best to you Tex...I think of you often.
Thanks, back to you, for your kind words.
p.s.......we need to upside back. I wonder how he,s doin.
Posted by Robot on :
quote:Originally posted by T e x: will comply, as soon as I get a camera.
Am looking on CNET lately for a budget-minded dig-cam.
I need one to document my jobs, anyway...
Any suggestions?
Good news is great too hear in these times.
The most fun is fixen up the house the way you want it. I always found it the easiest work of all.
Camera you say. 4 megapixel is probably the lowest out there now a days but do not go lower than that. 4 meg pics still blow up OK for clarity but you can find higher megs with a bit of a zoom for very cheap. Also look at the memory card to see if it fits in your computer. If not a card reader is cheap but something else to carry around. I have an 5 meg HP Photosmart for taking out on the boat, dirt biking and ATVing. Tough little camera.
There are lots of cameras in the pawn shops. My favorite place in the USA.
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