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Offline kylerprochaska

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Brush with death
« on: May 05, 2010, 03:34:49 am »
Today on my way to work I came as close to death as I ever have before.  I was northbound on a two lane highway going about 65mph and a southbound semi truck pulling a cattle trailer wasn't paying attention.  in a matter of miliseconds he was halfway in my lane and I had to swerve to miss him.  The semi/trailer was less than a foot outside of my driver's side mirror.  If I wouldn't have seen him I would surely be dead on impact from the head on collision. When I looked in my mirror after it had happened the vehicle behind him was slamming on the brakes, Im guessing because he though there was going to be an accident.  I feel darn lucky to be alive and have never felt more thankful to have the life that I do right now.  Just thought I would share this story with you to remind everyone to thank whatever God you worship for each day you have because you never know when it is going to end. Stay safe out there everyone.

Kyler
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Offline huntertrapper

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2010, 09:58:00 am »
You never know. Ive had a few close encounters driving and since i started riding
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Offline n2everythg

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2010, 09:59:17 am »
Glad he missed and that you were paying attention.
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Offline Josh

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #3 on: May 05, 2010, 12:29:05 pm »
That's crazy man I am glad you are okay.
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Offline El Destructo

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #4 on: May 05, 2010, 12:36:26 pm »
Been there....Done that....and twice I have been a lot less lucky than you....keep your eyes open my Friend....
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Offline makenzie71

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #5 on: May 05, 2010, 12:44:53 pm »
Can't count how many close calls I've had while riding.
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Offline El Destructo

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #6 on: May 05, 2010, 12:58:26 pm »
Wait till You have nearly 40 years of Riding Experience....You tend to get used to the Idiots out there.... >:(
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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #7 on: May 05, 2010, 06:29:40 pm »
Sound advice, regardless of the potential calamity or hazard.  Not a matter of whether, but when the reaper will come creepin.
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Offline FlintWalker

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #8 on: May 05, 2010, 07:20:29 pm »
Things like that'll sure shake you up. I bet you drove on in a lot slower.
 I met a guy pulling a big bat wing disc on a trailor last fall. About 50 yards before we passed...it unfolded :o  That thing took ALL of my side of the road and was about windshield level. I took the ditch and through somebodys yard to avoid it.   It'll really make you think about where you stand in life.
 Glad you made it OK
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Offline DanaM

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #9 on: May 05, 2010, 09:06:18 pm »
I think most folks have been there done that, I don't even want to think of all the near misses, many my fault some not. Life goes on so make sure to live it to the fullest as it can end anytime eh.
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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #10 on: May 05, 2010, 09:28:27 pm »
Quote from: DanaM on May 05, 2010, 09:06:18 pm
Life goes on so make sure to live it to the fullest as it can end anytime eh.

Amen, Brother!  Glad you're ok.
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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #11 on: May 06, 2010, 11:11:38 am »
Glad you made it.
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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #12 on: May 06, 2010, 02:13:19 pm »
 Another good reason to make sure you have clean underwear on. Glad it wasn't your turn at the Pearly Gates.
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Offline cracker

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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #13 on: May 06, 2010, 02:43:42 pm »
Eddie I never understood the clean underwear thing cause if it's close enough you're liable to soil them anyway.
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Re: Brush with death
« Reply #14 on: May 06, 2010, 02:58:18 pm »
Quote from: cracker on May 06, 2010, 02:43:42 pm
Eddie I never understood the clean underwear thing cause if it's close enough you're liable to soil them anyway.

I didn't....I go Commando.....  ;D .....But I heard I made.one hell of a mess on the Operating Table........ >:D
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