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A funny thing happened on the way to retirement
Not ja ja funny but unusual.
I am in the hosipital.
And not just any but the West Tower (newest) of Hoag Hosiptal Newport Beach. Top notch.
Tomorrow in for an Endoscopy.
I went from minor ill to needing abulance transport in just 3 days.
Probably should have gone after 2.
So 3 days in and I hope what I got is easy to fix.
So far the guess is infection or alergic reaction or food posioning.
None makes sense. Same routine.
Not a call for simpithy but more a heads up of how fast it can go wrong.
Instant access to top care is essential in some cases.
I've been uncontious the past 2 days.
Not sure how well I would have faired at my camp in baja.
Definately thinking this through...
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"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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fishbuck
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East tower sorry.
Last I was here was 30 years and the West tower was the only tower.
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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willardguy
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revisiting your nine year old thread......coming to fruition?
"10 Tips for Picking the Right Retirement Spot
Healthcare facilities.
Your healthcare needs are bound to increase as you age. Make sure your prospective retirement spot has adequate health and elder-care facilities and a
doctor who can treat any condition you may have."
[Edited on 10-23-2018 by willardguy]
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Lee
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Keep us up to date. Suerte on all that.
US Marines: providing enemies of America an opportunity to die for their country since 1775.
What I say before any important decision.
F*ck it.
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DanO
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One of my colleagues at work was having what he thought were heart attack symptoms, but testing determined that he had diverticulitis. It won't kill
you but it's guaranteed to make your life miserable. Get that colon checked, pronto.
\"Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.\" -- Frank Zappa
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bajabuddha
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Put your feet in the stirrups and TRY to relax........
I don't have a BUCKET LIST, but I do have a F***- IT LIST a mile long!
86 - 45*
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fishbuck
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Quote: Originally posted by willardguy  | revisiting your nine year old thread......coming to fruition?
"10 Tips for Picking the Right Retirement Spot
Healthcare facilities.
Your healthcare needs are bound to increase as you age. Make sure your prospective retirement spot has adequate health and elder-care facilities and a
doctor who can treat any condition you may have."
[Edited on 10-23-2018 by willardguy] |
Yep.
Dehydration is what got me. 10 or so IV bags full of water, benedryl, and antibiotics and I might make... I can drink liquids now but still so
itchy... and can't keep any food down.
I guess know you local Dr. and a have plan to get to San Diego asap.
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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BajaBlanca
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Wow, that is really scary! Get better quickly and health issues do come up and turn life topsy turvy real fast.
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chuckie
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Get well and rethink the whole plan. The primary reason I left Mulege after 34 years, was a health issue. I developed a heart problem and was not
comfortable with the care available or the time to get to it. I am a disabled VET and VA care obviously was not available. Add to that the pressure
from my Daughters to get closer to home, and the decision to leave was made. It was the right one. God bless and get well...
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David K
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Mike, get well as soon as you can and get your Baja retirement started!
Did you ever meet our Nomad amigo KASHEYDOG? He was with Lexus Carlsbad for years, I think he just retired or was about to and was looking for a home
in Rosarito to begin years of Baja exploring in a 4x4 out from there. He enjoyed a trip to mess with the whales with Shari before he left us. That was
nice!
Sadly, the Good Lord had a need for him too soon!
http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=71954
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Howard
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| Quote: Originally posted by chuckie | | Get well and rethink the whole plan. The primary reason I left Mulege after 34 years, was a health issue. I developed a heart problem and was not
comfortable with the care available or the time to get to it. I am a disabled VET and VA care obviously was not available. Add to that the pressure
from my Daughters to get closer to home, and the decision to leave was made. It was the right one. God bless and get well... |
Were you a small or large animal Veterinarian?
Sorry, I just couldn't help myself! 
Fishbuck, most importantly, get well quickly to enjoy your retirement.
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We don't stop playing because we grow old;
we grow old because we stop playing
George Bernard Shaw
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fishbuck
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Wheels are in motion for my move anyway.
I am still looking to rent a small place in town and get comfortable.
Once I get the "lay of the land" I can begin to build my dream fish camp.
1st things 1st.
Check all local med facilities and find the best doc in town.
Then find the local ambulance company and set up an med evac trip ahead of time if needed.
San Quintin is fairly short ride.
Need to revisit the airlift options and pick too I guess. For trips past El Rosario I guess.
It happened quick. I should have driven myself to the hospital on the 2nd day..
3rd was too late. 4 or 5th day without care...
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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BajaRat
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Speedy recovery, Your dreams need you !
All the best, Lionel 
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woody with a view
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You worked all your life. Don’t let this speed bump keep you from your dreams. Go big or get another job. The choice is yours....
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fishbuck
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Ok. I'm home.
Out at 2.
Down to the beach for chower, sourdow bread and hot black tea...
Best meal of my life.
My bestie Lindy resued me and brought me home.
She is a PA and called the ambulance and saved me.
Clean as a whistle on the inside😊
So cause unknown. Standard follow up. Take it easy for a few and then back in the air😉
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"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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fishbuck
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This is one of those moments.
As I was looking out of the hospital tower I could litterally see my whole life before me.
I had spent almost my entire adult life on the oceanfront in Newport Beach.
Was married to a nice lady, had a beautiful baby boy in that same hospital I was standing. A finely grown man now.
Years of training for and enjoying various sports. Enjoying the surf, diving, fishing...
Parties, friends, more parties... mysteries, adventures, misadventures... parties...
25 plus years up and down the 405 to Long Beach grinding out a living.
Infact, just saw a job ad for Gulfstream Jets at Long Beach, for an Airworthiness Inspector... for me... there if I want it. Restored to my glory
again. Gulfsteam G650's. Finiest and newest private jet ever built. Richey riches for sure. Rarified Air to be certain. Elite doesn't come close...
and airworthiness inspectors "hand" the plane to the pilots... every flight. And the "Delivery flight" too and meet THE CUSTOMER. Godlike figures...
might need pilots too.
Guess I could use some of my Boeing stock for flight training and buy myself a jet rating at Flight Safety right at Long Beach.
Entering the rat race everyday... and winning.
But I've already won. Why race on so? Win what? I guess more money is always better than less money... isn't it?
But...
For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?
Mark 8:36
I will now use my next 6 months getting ultra healthy and fit. And when my lease is up here I going "home" to Baja.
My new job...? Flying all around Baja in my little plane delivering donated medical supplies, school supplies, fishing supplies etc. where ever they
are needed and wanted. I can meet you at the nearest runway.
That would be the best pilot job I could ever get. And one I think I CAN get too...
The boss is a good friend of mine
Thanks all
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"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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David K
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How about making a new version of 'Airports of Baja'/ 'Fly Baja!' book or at least? Post runway photos here on the Nomad private aircraft flying
forum! While there may not be 200 runways like in the 1970s, you might have a couple dozen still open? Nomad airmech began doing one and gave us a
sample page, but nothing was finalized, last I read?
A thread on this theme: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=35152
Flying to Baja in 1963 post: http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=42369
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fishbuck
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"The King's Skyway"
The history, status and future state of Baja's remaining runways.
By David K
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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David K
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OK, you fly and I will document! 
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fishbuck
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You got it "Ghost"!
You call the target.
Cause you know I got the need...
I'm in... and all in...
"A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for." J. A. Shedd.
A clever person solves a problem. A wise person avoids it. – Albert Einstein
"Life's a Beach... and then you Fly!" Fishbuck
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