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Corman - 19-3-2011 at 12:47 PM

Hello everyone, I'm sure you all know a great person on here that goes by the name Todd. If you've never met him, you wish you had.

In recent weeks, there had been some minor problems that had been occuring, and this time it took a turn for the worse. He is in the Hospital now, actually getting better as we speak. We almost lost him, but with many prayers, and the help from staff, he's in good condition, gaining strength.

Even the Doctors were astonished on how Todd was still walking. He was, and is still a tough man, fighting to get rid of this mess. I'm even amazed on how he has gotten this far. Plus, as he's in the hospital, I've got Bronchitis with an inhaler, so we both can't wait to get over this "sickness" and get back to flying.

I love you dad, with all my heart, and still say prayers for you. I hope you get well soon, so we can go back out there and go flying again!

arkay - 19-3-2011 at 12:49 PM

Todd, me and your old V19 send you well wishes to get better soon!

flyguy0101 - 19-3-2011 at 12:56 PM

todd
praying for you and a speedy recovery
scott

flyjump - 19-3-2011 at 12:59 PM

I know man it's been crazy hearing his struggle that last month. If anybody on PKF ever needs prayer for anything going on in their life feel free to u2u me and you'll get plenty of it. Tridude you are already on my list. I hope everybody else is doing well. Adam

pbc - 19-3-2011 at 01:01 PM

Get well soon, Todd. We need you back here.

Philip

kiteetik - 19-3-2011 at 01:39 PM

i met todd and his son at wildwood--a very friendly and helpful fellow kiter!!get well soon and your old 19m venom says hello--don

macboy - 19-3-2011 at 02:45 PM

Holy crow - I had no idea! You're both in our thoughts and prayers up here.

erratic winds - 19-3-2011 at 03:06 PM

Best wishes to both of you for a speedy recovery.

tridude - 19-3-2011 at 03:07 PM

Todd/Cory,

Im sorry to hear this and you are def in my prayers. May God bless you with a speedy and full recovery and Ill see you at JIBE. Thru Gods blessing we will meet and ride together in May................keep fighting the good fight:thumbup:

BeamerBob - 19-3-2011 at 03:46 PM

Get it all worked out Todd. That buggy has miles to travel!

John Holgate - 19-3-2011 at 03:47 PM

Hope you both get back on your feet and in your buggy real soon - best wishes.

John

Bladerunner - 19-3-2011 at 03:56 PM

So sorry.

Todd feels like family. Please take care of yourself so you can take care of your Dad!

shehatesmyhobbies - 19-3-2011 at 04:18 PM

I am so glad he is feeling better, he has had me worried for quite some time! I am also glad that you are there with him, doing a great job being a son! Before you know it, he will be back in the saddle and getn it like never before!

Todd, Love ya bro!

Thanks Corey for keeping us up to date! I will talk to you later!

Crisi - 19-3-2011 at 04:34 PM

We just left from visiting Todd, We are going to give him a break from us tomorrow and let him flirt with his nurse alone. He has one nurse my husband Lee wants to kidnap and bring home with him. (and she gives Todd a FIT!)....LOL!!!

To Todd, I know you'll be on here either tonight or tomorrow. Its good to spend time with you where you actually sit still for more than a few minutes.........but it will be great to see you screamin' across that field again. So, I didn't say it to your face....but hurry up and get better quickly.............luv U!!!!:singing:

chudalicious - 19-3-2011 at 04:44 PM

Get better soon!
Sending good thoughts and prayers your way guys.

labrat - 19-3-2011 at 04:49 PM

WOW! Sorry, I had no idea.

I'm really looking forward/working to meeting this group at WW this spring. I hope you (Todd/Corey) can make it.

Praying for you and your family.

Chad - 19-3-2011 at 05:13 PM

Todd, The Bias family is wishing you well and hoping you get some sleep! We will be calling you just to make sure your in good spirits :Ange09:
not to mention checking to make sure the nurses are taking good care of our titanium brother F-A-M...
Get well soon!

Corman - 19-3-2011 at 05:33 PM

Wow, thank you all for the awesome responses, thank you for wishing me the best, and more importantly, thank you for wishing my father the best. Your prayers really saved his life, and made him feel so much better.

We're still waiting for your reply Dad! Hold off on those nurses for a sec and talk to us! :D

Thank you again everyone, you guys (and girls) are the best.

pokitetrash - 19-3-2011 at 05:37 PM

Todd, get better! JIBE is right around the corner and you're expected mister!
Aunt B's cookies will be waiting for you!

Kamikuza - 19-3-2011 at 05:43 PM

Hope you're feeling 100% Todd! ... and not feeling the nurses :lol:

rocfighter - 19-3-2011 at 06:01 PM

Just got home and said I'll just check here quick. Glad I did now.
I hope your dong better and all is good soon. We look forward to seeing you at WBB and remember you still owe me a lesson! Get some rest and do as your told. And Corey that goes for you as well. See you both in a short time.

action jackson - 19-3-2011 at 06:21 PM

Get well buddy!............aj

Todd - 19-3-2011 at 06:31 PM

Thank you all for the well wishes for they have touched the heart seeing what a wonderful family I have here. Tough road ahead for the next few days but I’m praying for a positive outcome. Son, you make me proud each and every day knowing that you’re such a responsible adult at a very young age. I love you boy.

I’ll touch base Monday evening to say hello. Thanks again guys.

Jaymz - 19-3-2011 at 07:22 PM

Just got here and saw this...Todd, great to see you chime in. Now do as those yummy nurses say and also peek out the window and keep an eye on the buggies every now and then ;) That sure is a rare boy you have there. They don't make many like him anymore. You done well :thumbup:

We're Praying hard for ya buddy!

WELDNGOD - 19-3-2011 at 07:35 PM

Corey,we are prayin for Todd here too.We luv you guys! can't wait to see ya! Keep us updated.

Corman - 19-3-2011 at 08:08 PM

Thanks again everyone! We'll know by Monday, So until then, everyboody enjoy their weekend, dad, enjoy them nurses, and I thank every single one of you for your prayers.
You all are a true family. :bigok:

Seanny - 19-3-2011 at 09:50 PM

I'm sorry I came in late, but would someone please tell me what happened? I'm afraid I don't know.

stetson05 - 19-3-2011 at 10:21 PM

look forward to hearing all is well. Hopefully you will be back in the buggy again in no time.

tridude - 20-3-2011 at 03:16 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by Seanny
I'm sorry I came in late, but would someone please tell me what happened? I'm afraid I don't know.


Sean,

details have not been given but Todds health was not good. Whats important is that he is getting better thru prayer and love. He is fighting the good fight and he and I have a date for a ride together at JIBE. May God bless Todd and his family and we will ride together in May...............speedy recovery mi amigo!!:thumbup::thumbup:

cheezycheese - 20-3-2011 at 05:59 AM

hey bro, I've seen guys do wild things to meet chicks but don't you think this is extreme.... :smilegrin: now quit being sick and get outta there WW is close... and don't go tryin to hitch up a Phanny to your hospital bed... :wee: :roll:

Corey, you too !!! take care of that chest !!! an inhaler with a PL sticker is not the look... :rolleyes:

bigkid - 20-3-2011 at 06:15 AM

Sorry to hear about your time in the Hospital,(my wife would accuse me of wanting more attention). We know that isn't true with you, get well soon guys. It ain't the same around here with out you.

bobalooie57 - 20-3-2011 at 06:44 AM

Hey Todd, Corey, sorry to hear about both your health. :no: We need both of you healthy for Wildwood, which is rapidly approaching. I'm doing everything I can to see that I can be there. I'm hoping, with everyones prayers and love, you guys will make it, too! We really need your great "looking back" videos, Dean and Donnie need more video exposure! :spin:

WELDNGOD - 20-3-2011 at 08:04 AM

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Originally posted by bobalooie57
We really need your great "looking back" videos, Dean and Donnie need more video exposure! :spin:

:wee::spin::wee::yes:

doublespeed360 - 20-3-2011 at 08:21 AM

wow, you guys get well ,see you soon.

indigo_wolf - 20-3-2011 at 01:31 PM

Todd/Corey....

Sorry to hear the bad health news. Hope you are both soon on your way to a full recovery.

Will keep a candle lit for you guys... would have the wee ones do the same, but fur and hot wax... not a good combination. :no:

Stay strong.... hopefully your father will be rockin' the Lavaman suit again at Wildwood.



Will keep my nose glued to the monitor tomorrow hoping for good news.


ATB,
Sam

Corman - 20-3-2011 at 02:46 PM

:bouncy: Thanks everyone for the help, I too hope that good news shows up.
I've been told that we'll know either Monday OR Tuesday now. So... I'll still keep everyone posted!
Thanks again everyone!

Lee - 20-3-2011 at 03:06 PM

If either of you need anything you know where to find us.

AD72 - 20-3-2011 at 04:13 PM

Get well soon! You have more videos to make!

awindofchange - 20-3-2011 at 06:31 PM

Prayers from Vegas are going out to both of you as well. This is the first I have heard of the illness but like everyone else, we hope and pray for the best.

Let me know if there is anything we can do for both of you.

ragden - 21-3-2011 at 05:03 AM

Wow... I take off for the weekend and miss this? Yikes.
I am sorry to hear that you guys arent doing so hot. Best wishes and a speedy recovery to you both. If you need anything from the DC area, you know how to reach me.

Hope to see you soon. :)

cheezycheese - 21-3-2011 at 05:23 AM

Will be praying for you today my brother....

snowspider - 21-3-2011 at 07:34 AM

Corman stand your dad on his head and pound on his back to get those luggies out and have him show you how many times he used his Inspirex today and every day.
Todd get well man ,see you in a couple of weeks , got some more funky buggies you'd get a kick out of seeing.

Corman - 21-3-2011 at 05:36 PM

Alright everyone, the news is here:


Turns out they found out what the problem was, and is certain that it is it, and he is going in for surgery Wednesday. Unfortunitely this puts him in the Hospital for the rest of the week :no:
Hopefully, this gets rid of the problem completely and he gets back to a full recovery! It's been tough, but he's still holding strong.

Hang in there dad!!

WELDNGOD - 21-3-2011 at 06:19 PM

call me Tuesday

Todd - 21-3-2011 at 06:53 PM

Corey pretty much summed it up before I could gain Internet signal here, but here is my version.


Thank you again for the kind words of encouragement; however I’m not out of the woods yet. Long story short I walked into the ER Friday with a critical blood count, six units later along and a scan they discovered a mass. That news just about crushed me and after more test they have elected to remove this mass on Wednesday (hopefully). I truly thought this was heart related due to the fact that I was constantly short of breath and energy.

I ask of you PKF members to do this for me please; if you feel that bad go get checked. I am rather the hardheaded kind and refused to think this was something that I couldn’t cure on my own. This decision almost cost me my life.
I’m in good spirits for the most part but would be lying if I said that I wasn’t terrified of what will happen in the next few days. Until then I thank you for your support!

On to more bad news, it looks as if WBB is out for me however might be sending Corey to the show. Time is not on my side for this event.

NJLandboarder - 21-3-2011 at 07:18 PM

Ahh im soo sorry to hear i hope you get better your in my thoughts and prayers

Frathouse - 21-3-2011 at 08:19 PM

Get better soon Todd your in my thoughts and prayers. Hope to see you on the sand ASAP!!!! Should have a vid up soon that may keep you entertained for 2:31 minutes :wee:

Well it didn't come out so well on vimeo not sure why...work on that later. Anyways enjoy http://vimeo.com/21328971

kiteetik - 21-3-2011 at 08:30 PM

were praying for you todd and corey......

macboy - 21-3-2011 at 09:56 PM

Any news is good news bro. We'll heavy up on the hail mary's for you guys.

rocfighter - 22-3-2011 at 04:32 AM

Well Todd you have proven that you are a true man. Stuburn and thick headed like the rest of us. Now it's time to open up to your softer side and think about yourself. Having been in this type of situation in the past I know a lot of the thoughts going through your head. Ever should you need to talk don't wait. Give any of us a call and vent it out. The worst thing to do is keep it in and let it weaken you. Support is your friend right now. Reach out when ever you need to.:bigok:

ragden - 22-3-2011 at 04:38 AM

Well, at least you know what is going on now. That is the plus. You'll make it bud. We have faith in you. You are definitely in our wishes and thoughts. Too bad you cant make the bash, I was looking forward to taking your buggy for a spin (hope I dont flip it again). Get well soon man. If you need anything... drop me a line.
:)

snowspider - 22-3-2011 at 08:19 AM

Good luck you guys , hope all goes well.

van - 22-3-2011 at 12:13 PM

I pray for you my friend. Get better quick so you can come to WBB. Miracles do happen to stubborn people too. It's a long drive for me to get there so I want to see your face there!! So far I've only known you as helmet head :singing: Stay strong buddy.

erratic winds - 22-3-2011 at 12:39 PM

I have to believe we'll see him back real soon.

Best wishes.

shehatesmyhobbies - 22-3-2011 at 12:46 PM

I would like to say thanks to everyone as well for being so supportive of Todd and Corey. Those of you who know either of them know how much they love this sport and how much they love their PKF family. With this kind of encouragement, and some great friends and family by his side, Todd will make it back on the fields and beaches before you know it.

Todd, I wish you the best tomorrow brother! Time to get this step over so you can get the recovery started!


PKF family you ROCK!
Thanks again

Taper123 - 22-3-2011 at 05:35 PM

+1 on the wishes for fair winds and a fast recovery. Nothing makes a person feel better than thinking of tight lines and fair winds.

Todd - 22-3-2011 at 10:24 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Taper123
Nothing makes a person feel better than thinking of tight lines and fair winds.


Yes. And I would like to expand, on what is sure to be a sleepless night. The mere thought of being together with friends sharing a space in the sky is enough to bring a huge smile across my face. This is a special bond between us on how we share the stoke after every session, yearning and wanting more. I too want more and with time I will get just that. Short term goal is to fight stage I cancer and beat it into submission. I will not give up. Long term goal is to enjoy each and every minute cherishing friendships near and afar while living a healthy life. Can I do it? You better believe I can, just watch me.

Good night my friends...

Chad - 23-3-2011 at 04:08 AM

Good Luck today brother, In one way or another we are all right there by your side!
Get well...

acampbell - 23-3-2011 at 04:43 AM

Praying for you, buddy. Hang tight and hit a home run for us all. Corey, thanks to kite peeps you know you have people all around the world thinking of your Dad and sending good vibes. Rock on guys and remember, Life is better when it Blows...

tridude - 23-3-2011 at 04:55 AM

I chatted with Todd via facebook last night and learned of his cancer. He will fight the good fight and win...............we both promised to meet and ride together at JIBE, fighting the good fight against cancer. Todd, Ive prayed for you this morning and God is with you. Talk to you in the next couple of days as you regain your strength.

@ JIBE bring a big hat Ive got the zinc oxide....................:lol::lol::duh::duh:

shehatesmyhobbies - 23-3-2011 at 04:59 AM

I may not be standing there with you now, but you know I am with you! Good luck today bro! I will talk to you before the surgery!

lad - 23-3-2011 at 05:11 AM

Todd is the absolute
Numereo Uno
FRIEND
to all of us
and
GOOD WILL AMBASSADOR
to the sport.

COREY
anything we can do for you guys - just let us know!

&

TODD,
as with everything,
you will take this, too,
by the taunt, twisting lines
and
TAME IT!
--------
&
we will see you back back on the beach,
soon!

buggydanny - 23-3-2011 at 06:10 AM

Todd

This is surprising and unexpected news and I wish you a speedy and complete recovery. I know you can do it and my thoughts and prayers go out to you! If there is anything that I can do to help, please let me know.

Bladerunner - 23-3-2011 at 06:36 AM

Thinking of you as your big day approaches. Be sure I have heard your words of warning.
Best wishes going in !
:bigok:

kiteetik - 23-3-2011 at 06:46 AM

Todd--you have a good attitude and you Will beat this!

jellis - 23-3-2011 at 06:57 AM

Todd you are in my prayers everyday. May your return to excellent health be a speedy one.

acampbell - 23-3-2011 at 10:37 AM

Just got a call from Don/ Tridude. Says Todd is going under about 230p - pretty soon. Let's all keep positive thoughts and prayers for him

Tridude sounds great in his 2nd round of Chemo and is on the mend. I told him I would have the shade tent up for both of them at JIBE.

Drewculous - 23-3-2011 at 10:59 AM

Good luck todd! Good vibes from Ne!

Corman - 23-3-2011 at 01:50 PM

Hey everyone, I'm still at the Hospital, he went "under" around 2, and Doc said he'd be in surgery until 7 p.m. tonight. Part of the ECKS family is here (Rich, Chad, Lee, and Crisi - sorry if names are spelt wrong) and we've decorated Dad's room with kite stuff so when he comes back he'll feel happy.
We're all here ready to help him, all trying to cheer him up as he rode out of the room.

WELDNGOD - 23-3-2011 at 02:46 PM

I'm sorry I'm not there in person Corey but I am there in spirit and faith. Please let me know how it goes when you get a chance . You got my number

shehatesmyhobbies - 23-3-2011 at 07:08 PM

Just a little update. His surgery was completed around 730 pm. Doc said he was doing just fine. He was in some pain but that was to be expected. I left shortly after the Doc came in with the update. Corey got to spend some quality time with his dad after the surgery.

Corey, hope you don't mind me doing the update, I know you need to get some rest.

Todd, I know you are a strong man, you will pull through this like a champ. Corey you are also a strong young man and together you guys will pull through this and move on to greater days ahead.

Oh by the way, I hope you like your redecorated room! Enjoy bro, get some rest and I will talk with you soon!

Corman - 23-3-2011 at 07:21 PM

Thanks Rich, I appreciate it.
It's hard, it's really really hard. When I'm not with Dad I break down. I always suck it in when I'm with him. As soon as he came rolling in the room I was more than happy. Once the nurses were done they let us walk in and see him. I stood by his side the entire time, and then when the rest of the crew left it was just me and him.. like the good old times.

We had a nice conversation, even with the pipe in his throat, and yet, he was still full of jokes in this state. "It's just you and me bud" he said as soon as everyone left. "I'm here to the end" I said with a smile. We sat there, and I did everything I could to make him feel comfortable, and then mom had to come in and almost literally drag me out, because I would've never left. I held his hand and said a quick prayer to take care of him while I am away, and hopefully see him tomorrow after 4.

I don't know how I will get through school tomorrow, it'll be tough, but I'll have to suck it in like Dad is probably doing right now.

Hope you feel better Dad, I love you

rocfighter - 24-3-2011 at 03:44 AM

Corey you are the man. Your Dad has my number if you want to let off some steam. You guys are awesome. Corey your dedication to your family is to be envied by all. Good luck at school and remember there is no shame in letting it out. Cry stamp your feet jump up and down. What ever it takes. Being strong is hard but you'll do fine.

tridude - 24-3-2011 at 06:03 AM

amazing news for the Todds and the PKF family....................keep fighting the good fight and Corey if you need to speak with anyone my 23 yr old son is going thru the same thing with me. Im sure you two could help each other out.......................

Bladerunner - 24-3-2011 at 06:48 AM

So happy to hear the good news!
Every day from now on is BONUS time. Make the most you can of it .

WELDNGOD - 24-3-2011 at 06:54 AM

AMEN! I LOVE YOU GUYS !

markite - 24-3-2011 at 07:04 AM

Thanks for all the updates. Looking forward to riding with you some day soon. Reading all the updates and keeping you in my thoughts as well.
Kudos to ECKS family for the support and all the PKF.

Kamikuza - 24-3-2011 at 08:19 AM

Best wishes Todd!

rando - 24-3-2011 at 07:06 PM

Todd and Corey,

Sorry to hear the news. Best wishes to both of you and for the other members of your family. I hope to see you both soon. Hang in there, many better days ahead!!!

Randy

acampbell - 25-3-2011 at 08:58 AM

Any more news on how Todd is doing?

cheezycheese - 25-3-2011 at 09:05 AM

I spoke to him an hour ago. He sounds like anybody would after going through what he did...

snowspider - 25-3-2011 at 09:22 AM

Stoned ?




Sorry Todd ,you do what you have to to get out of there.

acampbell - 25-3-2011 at 09:29 AM

Well then glad to hear he is talking with friends! There is a good start. Hope Corey is good, too.

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2011 at 09:37 AM

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Originally posted by snowspider
Stoned ?
Oh yeah! It's the only way they are gonna keep him from trying to "kite wheelchair":wee::o;-)

rocfighter - 25-3-2011 at 09:51 AM

Dirtslide holds the record speed in a wheel chair. Is Todd going to try to beat him?

cheezycheese - 25-3-2011 at 11:17 AM

We got to get him to WW!! even if just to lick the burgers before they go on the grill...!!!:evil:

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2011 at 11:20 AM

Intervention/Abduction ?

rocfighter - 25-3-2011 at 01:18 PM

I'm in. How far is his place from WW? We can barrow the wheels off of a couple buggies and attach them to his bed and tow him there!!

shehatesmyhobbies - 25-3-2011 at 01:25 PM

I agree, an abduction may be in order!

Todd - 25-3-2011 at 04:35 PM

Just a short note to say hello and give you an update. Surgery went ok and the doctor thinks that she got it all, what’s left over will be dealt with through Chemotherapy. Right now my stomach is so sore due to the 8” incision, I have learned really fast not to cough, sneeze, or even pass gas with force. There was mention of being released Monday or Tuesday (I hope) but in reality don’t expect it until further into the week. What I wouldn’t give for a bite of solid food. I received a care package from Aunt “B” but must resist the temptation to have any.

Oh, came back to the room after surgery to find a 5M Flexifoil kite hanging from the ceiling. :smilegrin: What good friends…

flyjump - 25-3-2011 at 04:41 PM

todd it is good to see you online :bigok:

Kamikuza - 25-3-2011 at 05:18 PM

Good to hear you're on the mend! Hang in there Toddy ...

... now is the perfect time to finish editing some movies you know ... :D

shehatesmyhobbies - 25-3-2011 at 05:29 PM

Those Aunt B's cookies can wait till you mend a little! Glad as well to see you post up! Talk to you tomorrow bro!

frankiter - 25-3-2011 at 06:05 PM

Todd, get to those cookies when you can, they're full of healing power! (They're good for friends and family too.)
Heal up and buggy on!

rocfighter - 25-3-2011 at 06:15 PM

Well Todd you have three weeks to heal up. We need a chef at the bash! Or at least a burger licker for Cheesy.
Man I'm glad things went well for you. This is a hard time and we are all here to herass and torment you. Just to show you how much we really do care.
Make sure your boy is getting enough rest as well as you. He is a good sign as to how well you have raised him.

WELDNGOD - 25-3-2011 at 07:09 PM

you guys put a kite in the room w/ him? That's makin it all too easy!! You know there are wheelchairs just sitting around waiting for a bored ,pent up,starting to feel better kiter to hijack.........tell me he has a gopro w/ him..:lol:

shehatesmyhobbies - 25-3-2011 at 07:18 PM

Yes Donnie, the go pro and the helmet are on the wall waiting to get used as well! Got to tease him so he will get better sooner! I will try and post a pic of it in a bit!

Jaymz - 25-3-2011 at 07:22 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Todd
Oh, came back to the room after surgery to find a 5M Flexifoil kite hanging from the ceiling. :smilegrin:


Don't let Peter see that Flexifoil :smilegrin:

Great to see you online so soon. Get plenty of rest. You'll need it for Wildwood ;-)

lad - 25-3-2011 at 07:33 PM

Todd, so good to hear from you! You get healed soon.

Lot of fairly proven natural supplements out there that help mitigate the side effects of chemo - lemme know and I'll email you links sometime, dude!

tridude - 25-3-2011 at 08:17 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by lad
Todd, so good to hear from you! You get healed soon.

Lot of fairly proven natural supplements out there that help mitigate the side effects of chemo - lemme know and I'll email you links sometime, dude!


Im sure his oncoligist will know whats best......glad to hear youre doing well Todd and JIBE is a def go for us..........
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