wildebill308 Report post Posted October 27, 2023 11 hours ago, fagnaml said: What the heck has happened to FMCA? Everyone died?? Well yes acutely, that and aged out to where they are no longer active. I had hoped we would get some leadership this last time that better understood how to grow a non profit. You don't cut benefits. You grow membership. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted October 27, 2023 Since most read this thread, I'm going to post here.. For those who pray, some prayers for my wife of 62 years Earlene who has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted October 27, 2023 Absolutely, prayers for Earlene. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted October 27, 2023 (edited) This is what she had to say: Created on 10/22/23 I’ve had a pretty bad week and can tell you that I am being very positive. I woke one morning in Shipshewana the last week of September with excruciating pain in my back but managed to make it home 2 weeks ago today. I scheduled a visit with a spine doctor for the day after our return but it wasn’t until this past Wednesday that I had an MRI and on Friday received the diagnosis. I have a broken back. Meanwhile my primary sent me for a CBC on Monday and Tuesday morning an oncologist called me. My platelets and white blood count are way out of whack. I found out Wednesday that I have leukemia (AML). It’s caught early (last panel was in March and no issue). I had a bone marrow test at Methodist downtown on Friday. These Methodist doctors do not waste time, I tell you. I’ll learn more about course of action this week but have already started oral chemo. I’ve known people who had leukemia for 10 and 14 years (only two I’ve personally known with it and considering I was a pretty active old gal, I’ve begun this with a step forward). Obviously the broken back has brought me to my knees or should I say walker and back brace so walking is minimal. I’ve been on oral chemo since Friday and start a round of chemo infusions of Azacitidine this Monday. Sessions are for 5 days on, 28 days off, then rinse and repeat until my blood is back to normal. Yes, this came totally out of the blue. There were no symptoms or they were so slight as to be negligible. Needless to say, prayers will be greatly appreciated. ----------------------------- Yep, lots of prayers please Thanks Bill Edited October 27, 2023 by wayne77590 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted October 28, 2023 Earlene, Just so you know I to have experience with Cancer. I did 47 rounds of radiation for prostrate cancer. I am doing good and Basically cancer free. Lets prey you have great results to. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted October 28, 2023 11 hours ago, wayne77590 said: Since most read this thread, I'm going to post here.. For those who pray, some prayers for my wife of 62 years Earlene who has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Thank you. I will do so my friend. Medical Science has advanced tremendously in the last several years, I wish her the best possible outcome. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted October 28, 2023 On 10/26/2023 at 10:38 PM, fagnaml said: Is it my imagination or during the last few months has the FMCA Forum totally collapsed. As this moment (9:30 p.m. on 10/26) there are a whopping two folks logged int the forum - me and one other! Is FMCA dead? Should I renew my annual membership which expires on 10/31? By contrast, iRV2.com currently has 7,000 members logged-in. What the heck has happened to FMCA? Everyone died?? The towables market is mostly younger people, who choose to use Facebook and Twitter rather than conventional discussion forums. When we were younger this discussion forum was the only way to stay in contact with other members. The FMCA diesel club website is a wealth of information for diesel MH's, but when was the last time you visited? It's been at least 2 years for me, but then we are only a small fraction of the RV market. Escapees.com is in the same boat with us, their Xcapsers Facebook page is booming with the younger members but the discussion forums is fading at the same rate as the older members(yes we are dying off). I'm 80 and suspect my RVing days are almost gone, Instead of relaxing, now I find driving my MH a chore.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted November 23, 2023 Well Happy Thanksgiving to one and all! Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erniee Report post Posted November 24, 2023 Happy thanksgiving- we are in Golden Valley Arizona Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted November 24, 2023 Which RV park, Tradewinds RV Park or Settlin' Inn RV Park? I did see a add for Adobe RV Park but didn't see it. Are you visiting on a trip or wintering? Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erniee Report post Posted November 25, 2023 My daughter has some property and I added a 50 amp outlet last year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted November 25, 2023 Enjoy your stay. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted November 26, 2023 Well___, it's been 19 months since our MH front cap was damaged; still hasn't been repaired but progress has been made. We are now waiting on the body shop to call and tell me when to drop it off for the repairs. Oct. 24,2023 a strong gust of wind ripped our 20' main awning off into the unknown. A new awning has been ordered but the supply chain is still very slow, so we are on hold for that repair too.. Right now our MH looks like a rolling wreck so we stay home mostly. The bright side is, we've probably saved $10K by staying home. If we ever get those things repaired by next spring we'll take a long slooow trip to somewhere. Perhaps the lighthouse tour of Michigan and the features/attractions of the UP would be a good starting venture. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted November 26, 2023 Hope they get to work on it soon. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted December 17, 2023 Ray any updates? Found something I thought was interesting. There is a new National park that is in 8 states. It is called the North Country National Scenic Trail. From North Dakota to Vermont. https://www.nps.gov/noco/index.htm Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted December 18, 2023 (edited) Our MH is at an RV dealership now, they have a fiberglass body man that works there as needed. Progressive Ins. is OK with this arrangement so I agreed. The MH front cap and other small items should be done NLT mid-Jan. When that is done, Jan, 30 it take it to a different RV dealership to have the 20' main awning replaced, that should take 2 days max. After that I make a trip to Speedco for oil N filter changes for drive engine and genset engine, If I can't hire my neighbor to do that work. I need to clean all the woodwork inside. Next is carpet cleaning, but I'll need warmer weather so the carpet dries properly. After all that is accomplished she'll be ready to use by spring. I hope next summer we can do a lot of in-state camping, I'm getting too old(81 Christmas day) to drive long-distances now. Well, we do want to do the Michigan lighthouse grand tour and see the UP of MI attractions. Crossing the Mackinac Bridge will be a blast, high-profile vehicles have a special set of circumstances to follow. Edited December 18, 2023 by rayin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erniee Report post Posted December 18, 2023 What an ordeal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted December 19, 2023 Ray, Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas. I don't like to drive long distances earthier. 150-200 miles a day is plenty. I also like to travel every outher day. I don't have to be anywhere in a hurry. "high-profile vehicles have a special set of circumstances to follow." I don't remember any special rules last time I went across. It is a great view. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rayin Report post Posted December 19, 2023 Mackinac Bridge rules explain everything. When wind speeds average 25-35MPH a high wind advisory is in effect. Got a tonneau cover on your towed pickup or items in an open bed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted December 19, 2023 I've done the Mack twice, 5er and MH. No problem Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted December 24, 2023 Hope everyone has a Merry Christmas! Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted December 25, 2023 Yes! Merry Christmas y'all! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted December 28, 2023 Glad I wisent down in Houston for all this fun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kf4P02VcAhM You can see the drive axels still turning the rimes in the tiers. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erniee Report post Posted December 30, 2023 We have been in a lot of different campgrounds lately. It seems that 5th wheel manufacturers think that adding bright blue lights on the front of the rigs makes them look cool. At night they are very annoying. Is there any way to turn them off? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted December 30, 2023 Hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! I know what you mean. Some RVs have bright lights on the front. There must be a switch to turn them off eaven if there is no brain to operate it. Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
