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Travis had a rough day today, he is in a lot of pain, but doing better this evening. His sister, Ashley and her husband are going up to see him tonight, and Greg, his Dad , is going up for the weekend to be with him. It will be good to have family there to boost his spirits. Each day he struggles with pain and pushes though it---and all of you sending your well wishes and prayers are his support too. Thank you!
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August 27, 2010 at
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Talked with Ashley, Travis' sister, and Travis is resting more comfortably today. The comfort of being with family! Our "Hard Charger" is recharging, but his pit crew of family and friends will put him back out front again soon!!
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August 27, 2010 at
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does travis know about spud?
"Always be yourself... because the people that matter,
don't mind and the people that do mind, don't matter".
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August 27, 2010 at
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Just got an update from Maryanna---Travis is finished with skin grafting--they covered his legs and the only surgery will be if there is a problem, are scarring. That is the good news and it even gets better---Travis may be leaving the ICU unit within the next two weeks. He is in a lot of pain and they are trying new meds and it seems to be helping. Our boy is on his way!!!
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August 27, 2010 at
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Posted By: outside on August 27 2010 at 08:49:32 PM
does travis know about spud?
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Yes, Travis does know and the families are staying in touch. Thank you for asking.
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August 27, 2010 at
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So this guy puts in a friend request to me on my You-Tube page and I check him out. He has a small promo clip with Travis and I thought you all might like to see it. It made me laugh and should make you all smile too. Best wishes to Travis and his family.
See more racing videos at
http://www.youtube.com/user/dagunner
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August 28, 2010 at
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Posted By: rilatracerchaser on August 27 2010 at 09:55:51 PM
Yes, Travis does know and the families are staying in touch. Thank you for asking.
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spud was/is a friend of mine, i meet travis when he raced over here in OZ
"Always be yourself... because the people that matter,
don't mind and the people that do mind, don't matter".
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August 28, 2010 at
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spud was/is a friend of mine, i meet travis when he raced over here in OZ
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Then you know how much fun these two had and how much he will be missed.
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August 28, 2010 at
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Posted By: Gunner on August 27 2010 at 10:18:58 PM
So this guy puts in a friend request to me on my You-Tube page and I check him out. He has a small promo clip with Travis and I thought you all might like to see it. It made me laugh and should make you all smile too. Best wishes to Travis and his family.
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Oh my gosh! That is so hilarious and soooo Travis! Thank you---you really made me smile! Anyone who knows Travis, knows what a cut up he is!!!! That's my boy!
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August 29, 2010 at
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Just talked with Maryanna and Travis is better today. Both his parents are with him and so is his sister and brother in law. Good to have the family together and lifting Travis' spirits. Each day shows improvement and bringing us closer to recovery.
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August 30, 2010 at
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Then you know how much fun these two had and how much he will be missed.
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yes two of the most fun loving ppl i have meet
"Always be yourself... because the people that matter,
don't mind and the people that do mind, don't matter".
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August 30, 2010 at
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Travis is racing ahead, surpassing the Dr.'s expectations. He was up and walking again today! This "Hard Charger" is ahead of schedule and doing well! Dr.'s were pleased with his progress and happy that the skin grafts were doing so well.
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August 30, 2010 at
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Greg just called and told me that Triple X donated a steering wheel to Travis to use in his therapy for gripping and using his arms! He will use this steering wheel as therapy, but also to get him ready for racing again---The Race to Recovery is on!....Thank you Triple X Racing!!!
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August 31, 2010 at
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i know its more then likely a question thats hard to answer, but is there an chance of him racing again?
"Always be yourself... because the people that matter,
don't mind and the people that do mind, don't matter".
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August 31, 2010 at
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I guess that's up to Travis! Look how incredible he has done thus far! I can not image his life without being involved in racing! And gee, he is using the steering wheel for therapy!
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Posted By: rilatracerchaser on August 31 2010 at 06:06:12 AM
I guess that's up to Travis! Look how incredible he has done thus far! I can not image his life without being involved in racing! And gee, he is using the steering wheel for therapy!
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i look forward to the day that i hear that he has strapped on a helmet again
"Always be yourself... because the people that matter,
don't mind and the people that do mind, don't matter".
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September 01, 2010 at
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Greg just called and told me that Triple X donated a steering wheel to Travis to use in his therapy for gripping and using his arms! He will use this steering wheel as therapy, but also to get him ready for racing again---The Race to Recovery is on!....Thank you Triple X Racing!!!
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Praise God for the news of the great support and donation of the therapy wheel to Travis! Now get up on that wheel Travis and get 'er done!!! The fantastic multitude of the Sprint car world are praying for your recovery and strength ... and the competition is surely trembling in their boots at your return! HOOAH!!!!!!!!!!! Grace, Strength and VICTORY, Travis!!!
God bless you all
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September 02, 2010 at
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Travis will have more company from Texas this weekend. My son, Adam and his bride, Ashley will go for a visit and check on the boss. I will be with ASCS Gulf South series this Labor Day weekend with Greg, he will be racing and I will tag along with Travis' sprint car selling t-shirts and meeting fans and friends in Beaumont, Willis and Lufkin, Texas!! Hope to see you there!
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September 06, 2010 at
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Sorry I haven't posted an update lately---went racing this Labor Day weekend with Greg and the Gulf South guys. Great weekend and great racing. The fans were awesome as always and generous to the Race for Recovery. We sold some t-shirts and met a lot of fans and well wishers. In Beaumont, a young woman walked up to me and said the she was here visiting from Seattle and was a nurse in the ICU where Travis was, she couldn't believe that by chance she met us and saw Travis' car and even bought a t-shirt!!! Small world--she goes back to Seattle Tues and takes back a Travis t-shirt and a picture of us at the track!
Great news! The feeding tube came out tonight and he tells me that he may be moved out of the ICU unit Tues. or Wed. He's working real hard in therapy and showing the therapist he knows all about screwing nuts and bolts and keeping everyone smiling! It is hard to believe he has come so far so fast in his recovery and it is from the support of people like you. The family thanks you from the bottom of our hearts. Check out facebook for pictures of Travis and his family that they took tonight at the hospital---he looks great, handsome as ever, and that smile lights up the room! If you do not get Facebook, send me a request with an email and I will send you the pixs!
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September 12, 2010 at
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I am in Seattle with Travis! He is doing awesome! I am amazed with his determination and spirit. He was moved from ICU and is dressing himself and walking the halls regularly. He has been here for 8 weeks, and will be home soon!!! His progress is remarkable. He still has some areas that are not healing as quickly and we are hoping for improvement. His sheer determination and will to recover have been instrumental in his recovery and the support of friends and family and all of you with hoseheads has been incredible. The Drs. will see him Wed. and may be able to make a determination of when he may be released to go home to Texas for rehab. He is working hard and with everyone's support he will be there soon.
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