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General => Pay It Forward => Topic started by: BigJim on March 23, 2016, 01:48:17 PM

Title: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: BigJim on March 23, 2016, 01:48:17 PM
Rich reached out to let us know that his recent health issues (his current diagnosis is autoimmune pancreatitis), and hospital stays, and inability to work have left him in a financial/health crisis.

The A-Hulls have voted unanimously to withdraw and send him $3,000 to help him out, and have told him to let us know if he needs more...

He is hopeful that this will be enough to get him through until he is healthy enough to return to work etc.

I have attached a screenshot showing the $3,000 I have withdrawn and will be sending via check to Rich, and another screenshot showing the current PIF PayPal balance of $11,292.34 (please note that approx. $1,500 of the $ in this account is earmarked for 2016 AOTY/DOTY awards that still need to be purchased so the actual PIF balance is approx. $9,792).

Please join me in wishing Rich a speedy and full recovery, and just let me know either on here or via PM if you want any additional info about the PIF PayPal details.

 :smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: BigJim on March 23, 2016, 01:53:44 PM
For newer members...this thread gives a description of what PIF is, where the $ has gone in the past, and how the A-Hulls evaluate each potential recipient...

http://www.norcalkayakanglers.com/index.php?topic=64354.0

 :smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Darius (Burong Isda) on March 23, 2016, 02:16:52 PM
Ahulls as always you guys are awesome! Rich hoping and praying for speedy recovery.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Fish Master1 on March 23, 2016, 02:25:01 PM
Wishing my brother a speddy recovery! :smt008
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: VK on March 23, 2016, 02:32:42 PM
Right Effin On  Thanks A-Hulls and to all that contribute to PIF....

Get Well Rich..you  Big Gun Totin`Tree Choppin`Bird Pluckin` Fish Scalin`Carnivore  :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: zisco on March 23, 2016, 02:35:41 PM
   stay strong Rich. hope you get better soon.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: WingShooter on March 23, 2016, 02:41:12 PM
Awesome!!!!!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: seabird on March 23, 2016, 02:43:21 PM
Proud to be even tangentially associated with such a great group of people. Keep up the good work and Rich, get better soon!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: iroelikethat on March 23, 2016, 02:50:53 PM
GET WELL BROTHER, MONTANA STRONG!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: LoletaEric on March 23, 2016, 03:02:00 PM
Good move, A-Hulls.

Get well, Rich.

:smt001
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PISCEAN on March 23, 2016, 03:16:24 PM
you A-hulls do some great stuff.

best wishes for quick healing, Rich.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: sctrace on March 23, 2016, 03:17:30 PM
Hope you are feeling strong sooner than later Rich!   :smt006  After all, there's squirrels n sh#@ to be shot and cooked up at GS!  Will bring your dogson out to finally meet you in another week or so!   :smt003

-sctrace
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: ReelKnots on March 23, 2016, 03:22:17 PM
Awesome!!! Get well Rich!!  :smt006


-Kiel
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Sin Coast on March 23, 2016, 03:28:45 PM
Montana Strong...has a nice ring to it!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: BigJim on March 23, 2016, 03:32:29 PM
Montana Strong...has a nice ring to it!

+1.

 :smt004

 :smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: guitarzan on March 23, 2016, 03:49:24 PM
Hell yes!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Danglin on March 23, 2016, 04:06:29 PM


  Rally !!!!!

    :blob6: :blob1: :blob1:
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: FisHunter on March 23, 2016, 04:12:11 PM
A-hulls = doing the "lords" work!!   :smt008   a speedy recovery is what I see and feel  :smt002
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Str8FishiN on March 23, 2016, 04:16:12 PM
Get well soon and wishing you a speedy recovery Rich!  AHulls, you guys ROCK! 
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: beerhunter on March 23, 2016, 04:18:56 PM
Get well buddy...... See you soon... :smt006
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Lost_Anchovy on March 23, 2016, 04:21:29 PM
Get well soon brotha!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Weimarian on March 23, 2016, 04:50:48 PM
Faster healing threw stress relief from the A-hulls :smt007 This is why I donate time, money to this PIF thingy... It truly goes to those in need right now.... With transparency, Love, caring and outpourings of support! Relax now Rich and get well Quick!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: HOLY TOLEDO on March 23, 2016, 04:51:18 PM
Well done! 
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: TW on March 23, 2016, 05:09:12 PM
Great job  A-hulls on the PIF funds.
Montana strong is right.   :headbang:
Take care Rich . Hope you get well  soon.
We are all here for you if you need help.  :smt006


Tim
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: snapperhead on March 23, 2016, 06:07:23 PM
Great choice for PIF!  Get well Rich!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: vwool on March 23, 2016, 06:59:31 PM
Get well soon, we are all wishing you the best.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Mr.Matt on March 23, 2016, 07:01:19 PM
Good stuff from good folks..
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: FishWorks on March 23, 2016, 07:01:37 PM
This is Awesome...WTG Ahulls. Rich get well soon. we need ya buddy..Its Bang Time!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Salty. on March 23, 2016, 07:29:18 PM
Excellent choice!  Bravo A-hulls.   :smt001
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: AbMan on March 23, 2016, 08:03:00 PM

Montana Strong...has a nice ring to it!
+1.
Jim

+2. On the Montana Strong

And Great choice!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Tote on March 23, 2016, 08:14:48 PM
Strong work all around.
Showing the rest of the world how it's supposed to be done.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Papa Al on March 23, 2016, 09:18:28 PM
Well done A-Hulls! You guys are awesome.

Wishing you the best Rich. Montana Strong!

Al
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: novofish on March 23, 2016, 09:58:26 PM
Good job A-hulls!
Get well soon Rich! :smt001
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Sailfish on March 23, 2016, 10:10:24 PM
Get well soon Rich.  A-hulls are A-wesome!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on March 24, 2016, 05:50:50 AM
I am so humbled and thankful, man just doesn't have words. Thank you.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Baitman on March 24, 2016, 06:56:42 AM
I am so humbled and thankful, man just doesn't have words. Thank you.

     What?  No comedy line???  :smt002      This has got to be a first I think.     Wish ya speedy recovery Rich.

  Seriously,  I couldn't be more impressed with everyone's generosity in contributing to the PIF.    When is the next one set for?
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Fish Master1 on March 24, 2016, 07:35:55 AM
I am so humbled and thankful, man just doesn't have words. Thank you.

     What?  No comedy line???  :smt002      This has got to be a first I think.     Wish ya speedy recovery Rich.

  Seriously,  I couldn't be more impressed with everyone's generosity in contributing to the PIF.    When is the next one set for?


Were working on it! :smt002
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: rshu on March 24, 2016, 08:50:28 AM
Get well soon brother!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on March 25, 2016, 11:42:38 AM
I'm resting and recovering at my folks' place in Nevada. I'm turning the corner! Slept a full night, first time last night! Stuff you take for granted...
I began steroids a few days ago and am responding very well. April 5th I have a follow-up. I may need another operation to cut out pancreas tissue that's damaged-narcosis.
But I feel good, and I am blown away all the support.
Thanks again, and thanks to all that made the trek when I was hospitalized. Love you guys/gals/A-hulls!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: wormguy on March 27, 2016, 08:12:55 PM
Great news Rich! Keep getting better!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Fish Flogger on March 28, 2016, 09:56:55 AM
I wish you a speedy recovery Rich. Great choice A-Hulls!!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: LapuLapu on March 28, 2016, 10:13:46 AM
Get well soon Rich so we can hear your awesome guitar playing with Ben Guitarzan at Albion. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iL_jWu-Vfg
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: LilRiverMan on March 28, 2016, 10:51:05 AM
Quote
I am so humbled and thankful, man just doesn't have words.

We finally found a way to shut Rich up.  :smt002   Get well soon Buddy.

I want to commend Jim on his continuing efforts to make the PIF funding transparent
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Kurious on March 28, 2016, 11:54:43 AM
I wish you a speedy recovery Rich. Great choice A-Hulls!!
+1
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: AlsHobieOutback on March 28, 2016, 11:54:58 AM
We love you Rich, and hope for your speedy recovery!  :smt006
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: AlsHobieOutback on March 28, 2016, 11:55:47 AM
Quote
I am so humbled and thankful, man just doesn't have words.

We finally found a way to shut Rich up.  :smt002   Get well soon Buddy.

I want to commend Jim on his continuing efforts to make the PIF funding transparent
:smt044 :smt044 :smt044
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: raydon on March 28, 2016, 12:08:32 PM
Keep positive thoughts and we will too. 
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 05, 2016, 05:15:31 PM
Just had my surgery follow-up and things are looking well. I was released to return to office duty!
There is a 30% chance I am done with this, but most likely will battle this for the rest of my life.  The treatment is long term steroids-12 months or so. I have to go back for a cat scan in May, there is a nodule of the pancreas that is not behaving. We may go back in and cut that part out this summer.

But the biggest news is I am back to work!

I cant even begin to say how much all the help you gave means to me. From the bottom of my soul, thank you...
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: DG on April 05, 2016, 05:32:31 PM
Thanks for the update.   I hope it turns into 100 percent kicked.   
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PablitoPescador on April 05, 2016, 06:06:40 PM
Outstanding work guys! Hope you're good as new by hunting season Rich
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: VK on April 05, 2016, 06:19:39 PM
Good News !!!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: wormguy on April 05, 2016, 07:36:41 PM
Great!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Desertdiver on April 06, 2016, 08:33:47 AM
Rich,  happy to hear you are on the mend. We all say work sucks and I want to play more, but IMO our professions help keep us appreciate life. Last 3 + months I have been off work or modified duty so I know how you feel.  Glad to hear you are at least driving a desk.    And AHulls Rock.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 07, 2016, 09:02:29 AM
Outstanding work guys! Hope you're good as new by hunting season Rich

We will be at the ranch over Thanksgiving, you are invited to come hunt with us Paul. I can also talk to my uncle and get you on the ranch before that if you want, I will keep you posted on the elk #'s. We let three people at a time on there, so with a little planning I can make it happen for ya. Also this fall I can show you the fishin holes out on Rock Creek, and you can have unlimited access to fish, just close the gates lol!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: BigJim on April 07, 2016, 09:05:44 AM
 :smt008

 :smt006

Sincerely,

Jim
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PablitoPescador on April 07, 2016, 09:27:00 AM
Outstanding work guys! Hope you're good as new by hunting season Rich

We will be at the ranch over Thanksgiving, you are invited to come hunt with us Paul. I can also talk to my uncle and get you on the ranch before that if you want, I will keep you posted on the elk #'s. We let three people at a time on there, so with a little planning I can make it happen for ya. Also this fall I can show you the fishin holes out on Rock Creek, and you can have unlimited access to fish, just close the gates lol!
You da man Rich! What area is that in? I'll probably be hunting deer and antelope with my dad and gramps during Thanksgiving but don't have definite plans yet. How long you gonna be in the mother land? Would be a blast to hunt with you, and I've only fished Rock Creek once but damn what an epic spot #itsbangtime
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 07, 2016, 11:43:25 AM
Our ranch is in 212, 210, and 216. We will be up there the entire week. We can smack ducks and geese too  :smt007
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PablitoPescador on April 07, 2016, 12:54:41 PM
Our ranch is in 212, 210, and 216. We will be up there the entire week. We can smack ducks and geese too  :smt007
Hell yeah! Next thing you're gonna tell me is that Ted Turner is your daddy :smt007 :smt005
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Fish Master1 on April 07, 2016, 01:13:39 PM
Get a room!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: SuperVato on April 07, 2016, 02:05:55 PM
Get a room!
I can smell that room from just looking at the picture. Gross!!!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: BigJim on April 07, 2016, 02:15:31 PM
Get a room!
I can smell that room from just looking at the picture. Gross!!!

 :smt005 :smt044 :puke:
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: beerhunter on April 07, 2016, 02:21:37 PM
Get a room!
I can smell that room from just looking at the picture. Gross!!!

 :smt005 :smt044 :puke:

 :smt044 :smt044 :smt044
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Fish Master1 on April 07, 2016, 02:25:51 PM
 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005 :smt005..
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 07, 2016, 02:51:11 PM
That is an old book, I am reading Bret Farve now.....
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: SuperVato on April 07, 2016, 03:43:29 PM
That is an old book, I am reading Bret Farve now.....
That is a study in contrasts between Tim and Bret. They probably molested some of the same women, but Tebow did it more respectfully. I was glad to PM with you the other day Rich.
   Get well, Amos
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 07, 2016, 04:01:31 PM
Likewise, get better too brother
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 14, 2016, 05:40:28 PM
Well, one step forward, two back. Back home off work, seizures and memory loss. Might be as simple as medications, but there is also rare mental conditions associated with pancreatisis. They started batteries of tests today, I have appointments Monday with neurologists. I can't focus on anything mentally for long, and none of it is downloaded to memory. I hope this is temp and just short term. So if all I call you is "Buddy" there is just a chance I cant remember your handle or name. Im sorry in advance if I do.
I will try and keep updated as I start down this new path.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: DG on April 14, 2016, 05:50:31 PM
So sorry to hear.  Hopefully it is a medication fix.  Hang in there. 
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Papa Al on April 14, 2016, 06:25:14 PM
Sorry to hear the news. Prayers and best wishes for you to heal up soon. 

Al
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PablitoPescador on April 14, 2016, 06:29:24 PM
Hope the tests go well and they figure out what's going on. Hang in there brother
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: Bulldog---Alex on April 14, 2016, 06:32:55 PM
Keep fighting the good fight Rich. We are all counting on you Brutha not to let us down. Dam it !

Alex
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 14, 2016, 09:53:11 PM
So, I am watching"The Butterfly Effect" part I and II. That would be cool, look at a picture and go back, n TIP HIS KAYAK!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: FishingForTheCure on April 14, 2016, 10:14:57 PM
Hang in there Buddy
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: RacinRob on April 14, 2016, 10:41:53 PM
Damn!!
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: VK on April 15, 2016, 01:05:18 AM
Man , sorry to hear about this ..sending good vibes ..hang in there
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 18, 2016, 04:37:39 PM
Just got done with neurologist, I am/was malnourished. My system hasn't been able to process B vitamins. Simple fix. Thank god. Should be squared away within a week with meds and vitamin shot.
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PablitoPescador on April 18, 2016, 04:39:13 PM
Just got done with neurologist, I am/was malnourished. My system hasn't been able to process B vitamins. Simple fix. Thank god. Should be squared away within a week with meds and vitamin shot.
Amazing news brother  :smt003
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: PescaDONo on April 18, 2016, 04:54:19 PM
Simple fix = NCKA potluck
No one ever leaves malnourished

Great news, Rich


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Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: DG on April 18, 2016, 05:09:56 PM
Simple fix = NCKA potluck
No one ever leaves malnourished

Great news, Rich

Yes this ^
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: sctrace on April 18, 2016, 05:18:32 PM
Just got done with neurologist, I am/was malnourished. My system hasn't been able to process B vitamins. Simple fix. Thank god. Should be squared away within a week with meds and vitamin shot.
Amazing news brother  :smt003

+1
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: MontanaN8V on April 18, 2016, 05:28:52 PM
Shelter Cove BABY! :smt006
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: beerhunter on April 18, 2016, 07:28:09 PM
So no more peanut-butter w/tortilla for dinner! :smt044 :smt044 :smt044

Good to hear buddy good to hear.....
Title: Re: 2016 PIF Recipient-MontanaN8V
Post by: snapperhead on April 18, 2016, 07:31:41 PM
Awesome news! It will be great to have you at The Cove!