Shark 0 #51 March 16, 2006 Hey Bro, Looking forward to doing some 4 way with you upon your return to SoCal. (It's safer than doing a tandem with me.) Get well soon. Shark out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xenaswampjumper 0 #52 March 17, 2006 I don't know Max.....but I send him all of my best wishes and prayers!!!!! Thanks for all you have done and will do!!!!!!!!!!!!! Blue skies and many thanks!!!!!!!!!!! till later have fun & love each other seeya mb65johnny gates.... In skydiving, the only thing that stops you is the ground.............. PMS# 472 Muff #3863 TPM#95 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duckwater 0 #53 March 17, 2006 Max, 1. Thank God you will be OK. 2. Thank God for all the inventive people before you that have made this a very livable injury. 3. Thank God for your fellow Soldiers. You will never buy a beer if I am in the room. (and that is partially because we always agree in Speakers Corner!) Get Well fast and I hope to meet you one day and shake your hand. Mike Skaggs p.s....You want us to send you anything? food, books, porn? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyboySMB 0 #54 March 17, 2006 Max, Thank you, and all who serve with you, for your service and sacrifice! Good luck with your recovery! Blue skies & soft landings from No Cal! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoShitThereIWas 0 #55 March 17, 2006 Gawain (Max): I don't know you at all personally, I have seen you around the forums ... but I had to write something because this post brought tears to my eyes. I don't know of anything I have to offer that would be considered useful in a time like this, but if there was anything, I would give it to you. If I ever come to Kentucky, I would like to shake your hand and give you a hug. Even though you are a complete stranger, we have a connection. We are skydivers. Because of this I know we have the strength to overcome. You are a skydiver and a PFC. You are a strong individual and you will have the strength to overcome. My salute and my deepest condolences go out to you.Roy Bacon: "Elvises, light your fires." Sting: "Be yourself no matter what they say." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StreetScooby 5 #56 March 17, 2006 Thank you for serving our country. Good luck with your recovery.We are all engines of karma Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #57 March 17, 2006 Are there any updates regarding how Max's surgery went, yesterday? To Max's friends in SoCal~ I am taking a big get-well card to Skydive Elsinore today, so his old DZ buddies can all sign it for Max. I will leave it in the office, until I go out there tomorrow late afternoon. I am also going to the Bombshelter on Saturday night, and I can bring the card to people who will be in Perris, then. I will most likely still be in Elsinore briefly on Sunday morning, as well. If any SoCal people want to sign Max's card to let him know that we are thinking of him, please find me this weekend. Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #58 March 17, 2006 Max, I know they do some great things with prostetics nowadays and we have some vets who jump at our DZ who found themselves in a similar situation. ONe of them is one bad ass swooper and the dude just does some awsome landings. Thank you for putting your life on the line and serving our country. I know we have argued and do not always agree on things politically but you had the courage of your convictions to serve and for that we owe you a great debt of gratitude. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keithragusa 0 #59 March 17, 2006 I think you're probably talking about Jay H. He's got one above the knee, one below. The above the knee prosth locks back after the toe hits the ground and he "lands" on the roller blade wheel that's mounted just above the knee joint. And just when you think that's impressive... you find out he only has one eye. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #60 March 17, 2006 and is STILL one of the top freefliers in the world and an amazing human being! living proof the will can overcome nearly any obstacle.. Good Luck in your recovery Gawain..____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SUPERConnie 0 #61 March 17, 2006 From one Veteran to another...Thank you for your Service! "For Some, the Sky is the Limit. For others, It is only the beginning." - Jack Hunt Major General USAF(Ret) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #62 March 18, 2006 My thoughts are with you, Gawain!There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #63 March 18, 2006 Gawain here's to you bro Blue skys and soft landingsDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curtismelaniej 0 #64 March 18, 2006 MAX!! I'm so happy to hear that you are still here with us after such a close call. Oh my God. Know you are loved and missed, and most DEFinitely come see us at Elsinore when you're ready! Whenever you want to get back in the air, just say the word and it's done! Stay strong and happy-- and see you soon!! xoxox! Mel __________________________________________________________ http://www.skydiveelsinore.com/teams/EXCEL/basic_camp.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skytash 0 #65 March 18, 2006 I haven't really got much time, so won't go through all the posts and may repeat what someone else has said. Here in the UK there are two amputees, Al & Swifty, who are the most fantastic freeflyers. Having lost a leg doesn't mean you can't jump if you want to - having met Al & Swifty I know that it's possible. I'm not sure if they post here, and can't remember if there are any articles by them here, if you go to www.bpa.org.uk and follow the link to the UK mag, I'm sure there's something they wrote in that about jumping as amputees. You'll be back in the air before you know it!! tashDon't ever save anything for a special occasion. Being alive is a special occasion. Avril Sloe Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #66 March 18, 2006 Don't know if anyone has posted this one yet but it might make for some good reading. http://www.danabowman.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #67 March 18, 2006 Hey All, I just got off the phone with Max. He is doing well. His surgeries have gone well and he is looking forward to the tough, but goal filled, road ahead. He says many thanks to all who have written here, PM'ed, E-mailed and called. Hopefully Mrs. Ramsey will post soon and tell us more. She is there with him every day, day and night. Mrs. Ramsey you have my deepest respect. If I can help from FTCKY don't hesitate to call, Max has the number. If things work out Max will post soon too. He is getting some tests and screans done today and the usuall check ups after surgey. (not trying to sound benign, but Max is pretty "yeah what ever" about it himself) You all have incourage him so much that between you and his family he will be up and RUNNING (his words and idea) real soon. We have a plan standing buy for his jump return here, unless he chooses a different route and we will support that too. (but since he wants to still be a part of the Demo Team and I am the "Boss" , OK, just kidding, its his call) Thank You,An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kbordson 8 #68 March 18, 2006 PFC Ramsey, Max, Gawain... Thank you for all that you have given in your service. I appreciate every effort and sacrifice that you had to make for my freedom as do most of the American population. I hope that recovery time goes smoothly and that you don't loose faith in your future and your dreams. Things might be more of a challenge, but don't let it become a barrier. Karen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #69 March 19, 2006 All gave some, some gave all. I thank you, sir, for all that you have done, not only to ensure the American way of life, but to help make that way of life available to many others around the world. We are forever in your debt.It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #70 March 19, 2006 I'm floored - I just heard about this at Dublin. Max was a HUGE supporter to me when I was deployed in 2003. He was a great pen-pal (it was nice getting off the computer and doing some good old-fashioned writing over there). Chuck and I both talked to him about his options and what he was getting into before joining. He is so incredibly patriotic - definitely a hero on my books for so many reasons, personal and professional. Matt - could you please PM me with any info on how long he'll be at Reed and/or a phone number? Max - much love to you, friend. I'm so disappointed that we lost touch when I came back. You were truly a rock for me when I needed you. Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #71 March 20, 2006 Matt, thanks for the updates. Please keep them coming if you can. Mrs. Ramsey, you rock. You're such a support to Max, and love him so purely...he is lucky you're in his life. Max. You are an amazing person; chatting about lots of different things while sitting with my terrified ass on the ground at Elsi...pulling grass and testing wind strength, teasing me about airweenie. You helped me through some of the toughest fear I've ever faced. Your courage serves you well...and serves as a shining example for the rest of us. And if there's one single damned thing I can do, just tell me...I'll manage to get it done. The sky waits patiently...and will be screaming in delight as you come back to her...and fly, fly with that smile (and pointy teeth...!!!) and laugh out loud as you come back into your playground. The sky waits...and we're all waiting for your triumphant return. You, PFC Max Ramsey, rock. Ciels and hugs- Michele ~Do Angels keep the dreams we seek While our hearts lie bleeding?~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
namgrunt 0 #72 March 20, 2006 this nam vet says thanks bro you are now one of us.... got 3 purple hearts myself.. so HANG TUFF KEEP YOUR CHIN UP..UP AND IF YOU NEED ANYTHING you can depend on me HOOAH ..59 YEARS,OVERWEIGHT,BALDIND,X-GRUNT LAST MIL. JUMP VIET-NAM(QUAN-TRI) www.dzmemories.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McDuck 0 #73 March 20, 2006 Max, keeping your spirits up in a time like this can be a trying task, but it might help to know that there are so many people here and elsewhere who are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers that you'll never want for vibes and positive energy. Nothing can stop someone who doesn't want to stop.Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #74 March 20, 2006 Heal well Matt Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #75 March 21, 2006 Look here for some thing from Max real soon. An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
