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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:07 AM
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Went down when a truck was hauling *** to make a left turn across 2 lanes of traffic and a medium. I saw him and started slowing down but saw that I was t going to make it. Next thing I know I'm on the ground. I don't think I intentionally laid it down, but its all kinda of a blur right now.

Bottom line broken ribs, pun tired and collapsed lungs. Chest tube is in, and I'll be here in the hospital for at least 3 more nights.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:09 AM
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Glad you are able to talk about it. Did they catch the guy who cut you off? Stay strong and keep us updated.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:12 AM
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Damn...Glad you're ok. Hope they got that truck driver!
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:18 AM
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I think he stayed around. I heard a person talking to someone (maybe the cops) a out not seeing me.

This happened during rush hour. Off duty paramedic was right behind me when it happened. His wife is a rider as long as some of the emt's. I have 't seen the bike, but the one guy said I would be surprised at how good it came out. Right now I have no clue where it is and I haven't talked to the police yet.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:22 AM
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Glad your alive! Mend quick and hope his insurance covers all your bills.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:23 AM
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heal up and clean out that drivers life savings.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:25 AM
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Sorry to hear it, brother. Just relax and heal up.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:32 AM
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Glad you made it, even though you got beat up a little. I hope the guy has insurance to fix you and your bike.

Good Luck with your recovery.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:34 AM
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Glad your able to tell us about it! Good luck with the recovery and bike.
 
Old Nov 7, 2013 | 11:35 AM
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The. Cops have not spoke. To me yet. Should I expect them to pay me a visit in the hospital?
 



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