A lot of firsts...
#76
I can't think of anything more embarrassing to a new employee than having a bunch of internet friends "lobby" his new company on his behalf. (And why would you want to do that, anyway?) I'm guessing you were joking, but in case you're not, please nobody do this. It would scream "unprofessional."
#77
Port




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Thanks all. It's funny, I've been commuting a long time and have had few issues. In my head, my skill and preparation made me safe and guys that got hit usually could have done more to prevent it. I was obviously fooling myself. The nice thing is in two months I'll be on a bike again, I have good friends, good family, good wife and the girl who hit me was honest, responsible and insured. As hard as it is not to be angry and sorry for myself, the truth is I'm lucky. I'm also lucky to be part of this community.
If any good comes of this, it is to remind those of us who get a little too comfortable riding in traffic that this can happen to anyone. I know I am guilty of this. My wife reminds me that she is not worried about what *I* do on the road, but what some careless driver does.
I won't bother repeating what has been said already about lawyers and listening to your docs. It sounds like you are handling it well. Just keep your spirits up and GET WELL!!!
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#78
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I can't think of anything more embarrassing to a new employee than having a bunch of internet friends "lobby" his new company on his behalf. (And why would you want to do that, anyway?) I'm guessing you were joking, but in case you're not, please nobody do this. It would scream "unprofessional."
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#80
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Sooo, Aaron.... when you are better.... can you hook me up with some free cable???
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I'm sure why: check out the great people on this here board! All the well wishes and great advice - warming the cockles, I say.
I second everyone's best wishes for your recovery and commend you on your magnanimity towards the offending driver. Also getting your wife a kitchen is a great idea, especially if she cooks.
Jesse
I second everyone's best wishes for your recovery and commend you on your magnanimity towards the offending driver. Also getting your wife a kitchen is a great idea, especially if she cooks.
Jesse
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+1 Get well soon...everything else has been said!
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#84
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Fat Guy on a Little Bike


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I'm sure why: check out the great people on this here board! All the well wishes and great advice - warming the cockles, I say.
I second everyone's best wishes for your recovery and commend you on your magnanimity towards the offending driver. Also getting your wife a kitchen is a great idea, especially if she cooks.
Jesse
I second everyone's best wishes for your recovery and commend you on your magnanimity towards the offending driver. Also getting your wife a kitchen is a great idea, especially if she cooks.
Jesse
#86
Matt Pendergast


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Sorry about your accident Aaron. That really sucks
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But to be honest, I don't have a fractured bone in my leg and the doc said I can ride when I can breathe deeply on the bike again.
This will be in another week or so, not the long time Aaron will be laid up.
Aaron, I'd go for the nice kitchen.
You could sink your teeth into a project like that to keep your mind off the rest of this nonsense.
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Pain is just weakness leaving your body.
About the bike... it'll buff out.

Best wishes and hope you're feeling better soon!
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Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
Commence to jigglin’ huh?!?!
"But hey, always love to hear from opinionated amateurs." -says some guy to Mr. Marshall.
#91
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I'm glad you're ok but I file a ....
LAW SUIT
LAW SUIT
#92
Hopelessly addicted...
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Dag, Aaron. You need to take it easy to the extent possible. I'm very sorry to hear about your misfortune. Get better quickly!
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How're you feeling now, my man? Are you going to have surgery? Are you getting around?
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Hello Aron, sorry I am late to the post but I have had lots of difficulty with computers and this site lately.
I am glad to hear your OK and your injuries are not more serious, hopefully you'll have a full recovery. I wish I was still in So Jersey I'd pop over and lend a hand too.
BTW all you Philly area C&V guys will have an easier time making big CL scores for a few weeks!!
I am glad to hear your OK and your injuries are not more serious, hopefully you'll have a full recovery. I wish I was still in So Jersey I'd pop over and lend a hand too.
BTW all you Philly area C&V guys will have an easier time making big CL scores for a few weeks!!
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#97
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Fat Guy on a Little Bike


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Ok - status report: the comcast interview was postponed to next week, unrelated. Another company is interested now and I think I like the new opportunity more for a variety of reasons. Things look good.
Still waiting for the police report. The insurance company woman are now claiming I was stopped in the wrong lane. That will be interesting for them to stand by. I'm now going for blood.
Ups and downs...I've passed on buying some great stuff because I need money for out of pocket medical expenses, which SUCKS!
Your well wishes mean a lot!
Still waiting for the police report. The insurance company woman are now claiming I was stopped in the wrong lane. That will be interesting for them to stand by. I'm now going for blood.
Ups and downs...I've passed on buying some great stuff because I need money for out of pocket medical expenses, which SUCKS!
Your well wishes mean a lot!
#98
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Aaron, she's got to be kidding. You were stopped in the oncoming lane? Get real! Is there a police report? (Please say yes.)
HOW ARE YOU FEELING PHYSICALLY?!
Never mind the bike trading stuff. You'll get back on that horse when the time is right.
Good luck with the job opportunities. What a good time for you in that realm! And how odd that they should come at the same time as the injury. But you'll get through that, too.
HOW ARE YOU FEELING PHYSICALLY?!
Never mind the bike trading stuff. You'll get back on that horse when the time is right.
Good luck with the job opportunities. What a good time for you in that realm! And how odd that they should come at the same time as the injury. But you'll get through that, too.
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#99
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Fat Guy on a Little Bike


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Thanks Tom...my stock seems to be doing ok.
The report hasn't been issued yet, obviously I'm worried about how it's written. We didn't take photos of her car placement (it was a dramatic time). I think it'll be ok, but I HATE relying on others.
I'm sore...the leg hurts and doesn't like being immobile. It's not too too bad.
The report hasn't been issued yet, obviously I'm worried about how it's written. We didn't take photos of her car placement (it was a dramatic time). I think it'll be ok, but I HATE relying on others.
I'm sore...the leg hurts and doesn't like being immobile. It's not too too bad.






