Grey,

Thank you for the update. I, like many others, have been thinking often about 
Hal, and hope that he is improving. He took such a nasty spill...

I was wondering if we could begin a fund for Hal; not because we think that he 
is in need financially (I would not know this, and, it would not be any of my 
business anyway), but, to use the money to bring him a care package, fray the 
costs of the bike and kit damage (his handlebars were bent, his shorts and 
jersey were torn, he needs new sunglasses, and a new helmet), and, in our own 
way show him that we 'care'. 

The care package would consist of functional things: food, drink, and treats; 
and, it would include fun things (cycling magazines; crossword puzzles; jokes; 
the arts, and, any reading material that he might like). 

We could set up a date when we know that he is feeling better and have as many 
of us as possible show up and present this to him (maybe a gift certificate 
from Trek paid for by us that he can present to Matt to get his bike fixed, and 
purchase his kit from Tony...).

Based on what Grey said about Hal "hiding", it is clear that now is not the 
time to visit. When the time is right, would this be a good idea? I know that 
when I had my accident it meant so much to me when Andy Hart came to see me at 
Duke Emergency (I have never forgotten this, and will always be there for 
Andy...it is a Sicilian thing), and, when Bert and Lee visited me at home (once 
again, I will always be thankful). I did not receive a care package; but, I 
wasn't beat up all that bad. 

Feedback is welcome.

I would begin the Fund for Hal with a $20 donation. 

Tony, who is our club treasurer? 

Rick


---- Oak City Homes <[email protected]> wrote: 
> Went by to see Hal today.  Talked with Tina as she said Hal was resting.  She 
> said a couple of others had stopped by today to visit (Mike and Bob) and that 
> he was glad to see them.  She said she is taking him to their physician to 
> have him looked at as he is still under a lot of medication and still not 
> feeling well.  Headaches and having a hard time keeping food down.  Now we 
> all know, Hal doesn't have much weight to lose, so we've got to get him 
> eating again.
> 
> 
> She said he is beat up pretty bad and is hiding from all.  But is looking 
> forward to getting his little competitive butt back out there.
> 
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