Scottys78

Touching thread. Grateful for that 0Ps recovery. I think I'm going to drive my car a bit more too. Like some of you for some reason I feel like I'm saving it for nothing. Can't take any of it with you so you got to enjoy it while you have it.

Wildmanht

Hi Magie

First off, glad you are doing better. Pretty cool that the forum here was able to help you during your health struggles. Thanks for sharing that with everyone!!

ProfessorDeath

I drive mine every chance I get. It's not my daily driver, but that thought has crossed my mind a few times. However, I AM saving this car for someone, so I keep it looking pretty nice. When my daughter is ready for it, this beautiful car will be hers. I'll need an excuse to get my C7Z06 anyway...

1rusty1

Glad to hear you are better. Now seize the day!

funz06

Magie,

And thank you for sharing your thought provoking thread. Glad you are doing well. Your comment about driving the car versus saving it hit home with me as well-------this past year I have been trying to get over that "saving it for the next owner" flawed thinking, and your note is an excellent reminder that life is full of the unexpected and we should enjoy it while we can. Great thread!

Bagman0

Glad you came through it.
I had a 25% chance of surviving back I'm 09. It really wakes you up in realizing that the little things you stressed over really aren't that big at all. It's the pleasures of family, friends, and in most of our cases here....cars which is what life is about.
I drive mine daily and love it. It's black, and a bear to keep clean, but you know what? I'm still here to clean it and enjoy it with my kids and wife.
Never take any of those for granted. Cheers!

Chuck72

Magie,

Glad to hear you cheated the Grim Reaper. Now, it's time to heal, rehabilitate. and get on with doing the things you love. Your Vette will play a part in your healing.

It's all good!!

BOBSZ857

Glad to see your feeling better. Enjoy your car and drive it all you can. I can't speak for everyone, but I do know that when I'm driving in mine, nothing seems to bother me and my blood pressure drops about 20 points!

z06clif

Do you have the BP cuff option ? Ive always wanted that one.

Clif

4SUMERZ

Maggie,

Thanks for your post. I'm so glad that you are doing better.
This forum is very addictive, informative, and it helps the days go by when one is not feeling the best.

We cannot take life for granted. We never know what lies ahead, so we must enjoy every moment, and let us not be the ones that say "I wish I'd driven my vette more" while I could.

These cars are meant to be enjoyed by driving them, not storing them for the next owner.

Sugar Loaf Bob

Margie, sounds like a hire authority wanted to see you cruising in your C6, even he knows how good it feels, great to hear you feeling better and on the move.

hawkgfr

Glad you are doing better. A dose of mortality can change ones outlook forever. I don't daily drive mine but I try to drive it every day...usually 800 miles per month I shoot for..Still feels great to be in a Vette.


Good luck moving forward!!

Gary '09 C6

...and here's to your recovery, Magie

Rajohnson

Your post was an inspiration to us all. I too had a life altering medical situation and was lucky enough to get through it. I started driving when I was able and convinced myself that the more miles I put on the vette, the better. Best of luck to you. Remember, one day at a time.

JOEMC08C6

Magie... it's good to hear you're on the mend, and enjoying your Vette again!!! I really believe it's good therapy to have a beautiful car that kind of lets us relieve the stress that health issues can cause. Glad to hear the forum also gave you a different venue for your thoughts.

I don't post much either since I'm relatively new to the Corvette community, but I totally agree with you! It keeps us in touch with the car and other enthusiasts, and it provides a lot of information at times! Entertaining at times, too!!

Wishing you the very best and a complete recovery!

Joe Mc

Knob Jockey

Nicely stated perspective on the therapeutic effects of the Forum.

Corvette ownership is a great remedy for many ailments. Daily doses always seem to produce a beneficial result. The gas pedal is the epitome of self-medication.

Glad you're doing better, I wish you continued health, and enjoy you're recovery.

Boomer111

Good news and thanks for sharing.

One never knows how their actions will affect others.

It is nice to be told too, we should all take time more often to say thanks.

EBvette02

Glad that you are doing better. Drive that car!!!! I love driving mine. When I wear it out, I'll buy another. To me its therapeutic. Refreshes the body and the mind.

Boxcar

Wow, what a refreshing thread from the ususal.

It sure is nice to hear that you and your family are doing well and getting better. I wish you and your family continued healing and better health.

Now, jump in the Corvette, go get some Ice Cream.

All My Best

harmonyp

Magie - thank you so much for taking the time to post and share this with us. It's so easy to get caught up in day to day trivia and lose sight of the bigger picture, and the things that really are important in life. No doubt your post has already influenced readers, and will continue to do so. Meanwhile, here's to your continued health and enjoyment of the wonders of being alive.