squonk 38,937 #126 Posted March 22, 2015 I saw her working at the Winnebago plant in the early eighties. Her job was lifting the fridges on to the rolling chassis when the forklift broke down! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #127 Posted March 22, 2015 No way guys... pretty sure these are Jim's team colors. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #128 Posted March 22, 2015 Ok, time for a little humorous yet frustrating hospital patient babble. After being transferred from the 4th floor to the 3rd floor the day after I got here I found the room to be the exact opposite of the previous room. I will never admit how many hours it took stop walking into the street side Windows while trying to get to the bathroom. However it wasn't long before the calls started wanting to know when the next ,"Hot Legs" show was, and could they send over some telescopes. WTH? Someone over there got my room phone # and wanted to know where I get all my candy bars and my name. I said that the guy next door who goes by the handle "Little Debbie" and he owns the company. His phone has been ringing non-stop since. More to come later.... (not figuring out smileys on the kindle other than the shout box) 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #129 Posted March 22, 2015 Yep, I could see that happening... remember, you've first gotta confirm the gown back is closed before getting out of bed. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,937 #130 Posted March 22, 2015 The opening goes in the back???? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AMC RULES 36,945 #131 Posted March 22, 2015 Ummm, yeah... unless you're shipping them monkey banana fudgie bars, it does. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,937 #132 Posted March 22, 2015 Well that explains a lot then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #133 Posted March 22, 2015 Thankfully for all concerned I'm not using gowns. It's a full blown effort to protect my eyes as well. Lol 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #134 Posted March 22, 2015 Our next bit of a chuckle came two days later when the housekeeper changed the paper towel roll in the auto dispenser. They brought some self fold towels for me. That was fine but it occurred to me I could fix it if I could get it open, but no screwdriver I was sunk. It's been out all week, till now. I found fingernail clipped in the drawer and bingo!!! Works now. They are trying to talk me nitpicking out of retirement. Can ya believe that? Uh huh, me either. lol I must say again here that I'm in a very renowned hospital being cared for by highly skilled Doctors, and Nurses. These Nurses surely are the most dedicated, caring and compassionate people you could ask for. They are the backbone of seeing to your every need and carry out the Doctors orders to a T. May you never need a Nurse but rest assured they will be there when you do. Later some yucks about food service. These folks are a riot. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,937 #135 Posted March 22, 2015 You wouldn't think those food service people were a riot if you had to FIX EVERYTHING IN THE KITCHEN!!!!! I swear, I could put a solid block of cast iron in the kitchen and those bozo's could break it in an hour! How does a $2000 conveyortoaster get dented up like a semi hit it? No one knows anything. took a week to get the parts replaced. Takes 3 guys to lift it up on it's stand and a kid walks by and says' Oh I knocked that off the table when I was mopping! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,230 #136 Posted March 23, 2015 Sounds like you are feeling pretty good Jim. Hey, I saw that Duke cheerleader yesterday.....they had her on a train in a stock car...the door was open and there she was yelling "Go Iowa:. I don't think she got there in time. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dcrage 621 #137 Posted March 23, 2015 Our next bit of a chuckle came two days later when the housekeeper changed the paper towel roll in the auto dispenser. They brought some self fold towels for me. That was fine but it occurred to me I could fix it if I could get it open, but no screwdriver I was sunk. It's been out all week, till now. I found fingernail clipped in the drawer and bingo!!! Works now. They are trying to talk me nitpicking out of retirement. Can ya believe that? Uh huh, me either. lol I must say again here that I'm in a very renowned hospital being cared for by highly skilled Doctors, and Nurses. These Nurses surely are the most dedicated, caring and compassionate people you could ask for. They are the backbone of seeing to your every need and carry out the Doctors orders to a T. May you never need a Nurse but rest assured they will be there when you do. Later some yucks about food service. These folks are a riot. Amen to your nurse comments Jim -- Take an extended stay in a hospital and you figure out real quick who keeps things going for you as a patient -- And they can give you all sorts of helpful hints and clues about making your time go better 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 544 #138 Posted March 24, 2015 (edited) Sounds like you are feeling pretty good Jim. Hey, I saw that Duke cheerleader yesterday.....they had her on a train in a stock car...the door was open and there she was yelling "Go Iowa:. I don't think she got there in time. I thought you said that you saw " Duke" cheerleading yesterday. Heck I thought he would be getting his tractors ready Edited March 24, 2015 by jackhammer 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #139 Posted March 24, 2015 Had a spectacular time today with Jim, Brrly, Stevasaurus, Koen, and 3 friends of Jim. Great stories and I think there may even be a photo or (2) of the event and maybe a "striped shirt". Rob 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 22,230 #140 Posted March 24, 2015 It was excellent talking with JimD on Skype today...a Huge Thanks to RMCIII (Rob) for doing this. Rob was in the room with Jim with his lap top and set it up. Jim had a few of his friends there with him also. We shared screens with Brrly1 and C-101plowerpower (Koen) from the Netherlands. Here is a couple of pictures...the quality is OK, but not great. Rob on the left and Jim on the right this might be a better picture Koen Prayers still with you my friend. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,937 #141 Posted March 24, 2015 Wish I'd been home to join in. At least one of us still works! If you posted everyone's pics, you'd have quite the line up 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #142 Posted March 25, 2015 Wish I'd been home to join in. At least one of us still works! If you posted everyone's pics, you'd have quite the line up OH!!! Come now! I dare to challenge the "at least 1 still works". If you really must know, I planned 2 weeks in advance, to meet Jim and Skype with Steve and anyone else that wanted to wish Jim a happy, healthy recovery..... I detest that lonesome statement from a lonesome NY individual who is still looking for the way back home!!!! No, but serious for anyone following this thread. Jim was in AWESOME spirits today. I am amazed by his joy and compassion he extends to others in his time of need. Jim and I had a nice quiet time together...< That is not for anyone to make any SNYDE comments about. Serious, if you do, I will ask Karl to block you. I have never mentioned that in any thread. But this is different.... Jim; my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I had the privilege to meet a wonderful, classy, optimistic, caring, loving individual today! I am the one who walked away blessed.... I look forward to the next time we can fellowship together.... Rob 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #143 Posted March 25, 2015 (edited) Sounds like you are feeling pretty good Jim. Hey, I saw that Duke cheerleader yesterday.....they had her on a train in a stock car...the door was open and there she was yelling "Go Iowa:. I don't think she got there in time. Do you know why Iowa doesn't have beauty contests? A fluffy cow might win. Just kidding! Thinking of you, Jim. Edited March 25, 2015 by shallowwatersailor 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimD 3,345 #144 Posted March 25, 2015 I had a kind of length reply typed up and the post never went through. This WiFi is sketchy. Comes and goes. I can't figure out how to get saved content on th is kindle to try a repost. I know I can't remember all the gratitude I expressed for Redsquare's readiness and ability to respond with help with so much more than our Wheel Horse tractors. It was great to meet Rob and get to know him better. He's a great guy. Thank you all. :) 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,942 #145 Posted March 25, 2015 "readiness and ability to respond with help with so much more than our Wheel Horse tractors." When it all comes down to the nitty gritty, isn't that what it's all about? Although the tractors are the common bond, the friendship and love for fellow brothers is what is at the heart of it all. May God bless you in some way throughout all this. Take care my friend, Richie 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,937 #146 Posted March 25, 2015 Rob, did you get to sample the Hospital cuisine? I spend 40-50 hours a week in a hospital. I'm sure Uncle Jim is chomping at the bit to get out. Great seeing him again and thanks to the Dino for the picture relay. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jackhammer 544 #147 Posted March 25, 2015 Great contribution Rob and other Skype menbers, thanks Jim D keep your positive attitude. Rick 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
19richie66 16,942 #148 Posted March 25, 2015 Oh yeah, Agnes says. " Hey" 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shallowwatersailor 3,213 #149 Posted March 25, 2015 Speaking of hospital food, I had a co-worker many years ago who broke his jaw. It was wired for a time and he was on liquids. His yearning for a Burger King "Whopper" had his wife put one in a blender to bring to him. The hospital food tasted better after that! 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMCIII 838 #150 Posted March 25, 2015 Rob, did you get to sample the Hospital cuisine? I spend 40-50 hours a week in a hospital. I'm sure Uncle Jim is chomping at the bit to get out. Great seeing him again and thanks to the Dino for the picture relay. No - I did not have the luxury of partaking of such eloquent dainty morsels. I need an emoticon that is throwing up! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
