Post by: Rozabikes Tim on July 15, 2025, 07:54:46 PM
He apparently had Covid bad some months back and it has messed with his lungs unfortunately. Ken has double Pneumonia and is in an induced coma. More positively, recently good signs and one lung much improved, so looking to bring him round tomorrow.
I know no more than that but will update the forum if I hear more.
Like all of us I'm sure, I wish Ken the best and a good recovery.
Post by: Johnny4428 on July 15, 2025, 08:15:28 PM
Post by: Johnwebley on July 15, 2025, 08:16:37 PM
Best wishes for Ken
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Post by: DomP on July 15, 2025, 08:37:44 PM
Post by: Laverda Dave on July 15, 2025, 08:53:01 PM
Get well soon Ken 👍
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Post by: AshimotoK0 on July 16, 2025, 12:57:19 AM
Here's hoping, fingers crossed, that he pulls though OK soon.
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Post by: Gromitdog on July 16, 2025, 06:53:05 AM
Wishing him and his family all the very best through this worrying time for them all and hope it won't be long before he is back home with his family fit and well.
Post by: neat street on July 16, 2025, 07:41:14 AM
thank you again
Post by: K2-K6 on July 16, 2025, 08:31:10 AM
Hopefully we'll get some positive news about improvement soon.
Thank you Tim & Roo for informing us.
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Post by: Nurse Julie on July 16, 2025, 04:45:49 PM
Hope Ken makes a full recovery very soon.
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Post by: Laverdaroo on July 18, 2025, 03:10:12 PM
I’ve got a rare chance of some internet so just thought I’d get an update up here for you all.
I spoke to Loz, Ken’s Doris this morning and although they were going to try yesterday but didn’t, the ICU staff are going to try to get him out of his coma today. First they have to get the respirator off him before so he doesn’t freak out when they bring him round and are going to perform a tracheotomy to help him catch his breath and have a less stressful set too. His temperature is being risen to get things sorted and up to speed but there was a worry that he may have cognitive issues and or some organ damage as a result of the fierce infection ruin he’s been fighting for the last three weeks.
Apparently it’s quite a performance for it to go smoothly so they’re taking all precautions but needless to say, he’s not out of the woods yet and got a hell of a way to go so I shouldn’t think you’ll see him taking part in the London marathon this year although all being well, he should be back to his ‘chuntery’ self in the coming weeks.
Loz and his kids thank you all for all the kind comments and good vibes posted on here and via the ether. Hopefully I’m going to have a chat with his daughter a bit later for an update but I’m not calling her, she’s going to call me so either tonight or tmrw, I’ll update on here.
Thanks again folks and keep the good vibes going his way, he needs all the help he can get right now.
Bestest as ever to all
Roo
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Dennis
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Post by: Gromitdog on July 18, 2025, 09:31:24 PM
Thank you for the update on Kens progress please pass on my best wishes to Lorraine & family and hope all goes well for the coming days as they bring him round. Wishing him and his family all the best for the coming wks ahead on his road to recovery.
It was scary when the brought me out of my coma after my heart op and I only did a little over 24hrs !!
Best Regards
Nigel
Post by: Laverdaroo on July 18, 2025, 09:57:49 PM
Just got this from Liz as she’s just got home I presume as it’s turfing out time at the hospital……..
Hi Roo, quick update, he’s started to open his eyes a bit more and moves his head around a bit too now. Still settled on his sats and planning on doing the trache on Monday as they had emergencies today unfortunately but he’s made improvements and so just need to see how he goes when he wakes up as he will be frustrated etc with him not being able to do much xx
MORE AS AND WHEN RECIEVED……..
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on July 18, 2025, 11:25:20 PM
Post by: Gromitdog on July 19, 2025, 06:26:11 AM
Thanks for update on Ken 🤞⁹
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Post by: Laverdaroo on July 19, 2025, 12:27:31 PM
I think we should all club together to get something for Ken when he's out of his comaI’m sure he’d love a big bunch of WHITE roses
I can’t think of a better way to let him know we’re all thinking of him………the daft bugger
He’d find that really funny too…..
Happy to organise if others fancy it
I still think it’s a bit extreme doing this just to get out of finishing he bathroom and hall ceiling he started re doing!
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on July 19, 2025, 02:23:15 PM
I think we should all club together to get something for Ken when he's out of his comaI’m sure he’d love a big bunch of WHITE roses
Or some Chinese pattern parts?😜
Post by: DomP on July 19, 2025, 02:33:38 PM
Yes some lovely cheap carb rebuild kits!I think we should all club together to get something for Ken when he's out of his comaI’m sure he’d love a big bunch of WHITE roses
Or some Chinese pattern parts?😜
Post by: Athame57 on July 19, 2025, 05:05:27 PM
https://www.kentmodels.co.uk/product/112-scale-honda-cb400-four-iii-398cc-model-kit/
Or this?
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TAMIYA-14142-Faithful-Assembly-Motorcycle/dp/B0D1XKYVZD/ref=asc_df_B0D1XKYVZD
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Post by: DomP on July 19, 2025, 05:57:42 PM
Post by: Athame57 on July 19, 2025, 07:38:01 PM
Flippin heck, now I want the Dax model!I built the Ariel Arrow and the German army ww2 BMW outfit. ;)
Post by: Gromitdog on July 20, 2025, 09:00:14 PM
Count me in on that idea let us know happy contribute to it . Hope he doing ok ??
Best Regards
Nige
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on July 20, 2025, 09:45:50 PM
Post by: Laverdaroo on July 20, 2025, 10:17:05 PM
Just got off the phone with Stacy, Ken’s eldest daughter. The surgeons were getting frustrated that the tracheostomy had been delayed until Monday so performed the process this morning. All went really well and he’s got his ventilator out and attached to his new pipe location. Although still switched on, it’s intermittent and only comes on at about 35% of the time as he’s doing the rest himself as his meds come down
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His sedation drugs are being reduced daily and currently down another 2mg from yesterday to 2mg today and he’s slowly starting to come round a bit with head movements and he’s opening his eyes more.
For a stubborn bugger who doesn’t like taking asprin, having enough morphine to floor an elephant through him over the last three weeks means he’s still off his bollox and has that 1000yd stare when he responds but he’s definitely making an improvements….potentially a good sign for a return to compes mentus in the next seven days.
Apparently when Stacy was chatting to him this arvo she mentioned us asking about him, the forum etc, he moved his head towards her so she’s convinced he is getting some of it, bless him.
More as and when I get it peeps, keep up the good vibes, it’s no doubt helping.
Stacy did mention huge thanks for all the support from you all on this, it’s hugely appreciated
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Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on July 20, 2025, 11:34:05 PM
Post by: Gromitdog on July 21, 2025, 07:27:02 AM
Thank you for the update Roo, Hope he on the proper natural morphine its good stuff makes the world look a great place and its free on the NHS too 🤗. Glad to hear he is improving won't be long before Stacy & family can take him some small parts in for polishing 😂
Post by: Johnny4428 on July 21, 2025, 08:16:25 AM
Tube of Solvol and a piece of old scabby alloy!
Seriously though, do hope all goes well and thanks once again for updates.
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Post by: Johnwebley on July 21, 2025, 08:45:31 AM
It's a hard time for us, it's much harder for the family
Best wishes for all
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Post by: Laverda Dave on July 21, 2025, 09:49:12 AM
I had morphine about 20 years ago when I did my back in, great stuff from what I can remember about it but I was off on a legal trip within a couple of minutes of the injection 😶🌫️.
Happy to make a contribution for a going home present, knowing Ken he'll soon get bored just sitting around. I give him two weeks before he's making cam chains and carb felts!
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Post by: Laverdaroo on July 21, 2025, 05:45:37 PM
?????Not sure I’d get away with that one would I?
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Post by: Athame57 on July 21, 2025, 06:43:15 PM
I wonder if there’s such a thing as a Grim Reaper-a-gram
It seems there is...do it at your own peril! ;D
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Post by: Laverdaroo on July 21, 2025, 07:01:23 PM
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Post by: taysidedragon on July 22, 2025, 01:17:59 PM
All the best Ken. 👍
Post by: Laverdaroo on July 24, 2025, 09:02:29 PM
I spoke with Loz today and he’s definitely on the up. He’s managed to raise both his legs about an inch off the bed today whilst being, quote, “quite with it” sooner than the nurses expected. He’s also trying to scratch his face and trying to move his arms albeit only a few cm’s. Presumably as he’s got a beard now which must be quite odd I should imagine.
Loz mentioned we’d been asking etc and he tried a smile but nodded gently
He can’t talk because of the trache and he’s had a pipe down his neck for ages so he’s blinking answers at the min but he’s on the up which is fantastic news.
Loz asked that if some of us could send an audio message to gee him up a bit and right now we’re just sorting a number to send over but I think that’s quite a cool idea if anyone’s up for it. At least he can’t chunter back
I’ll keep you posted and it’ll be in a few days.
Cheers chaps
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Post by: Johnwebley on July 24, 2025, 09:05:15 PM
Keep up the good work Ken
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Post by: Gromitdog on July 24, 2025, 09:20:02 PM
That's great news on Kens progress it won't be long before physio work out that a Dremmel & some Polish & a Honda casting will be great for Kens rehabilitation. Not sure the health trust will be when they get the eleci bill for his ward
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Post by: Laverda Dave on July 25, 2025, 04:48:30 PM
Everyday really is a school day.
Great news that Ken is on the mend. Now he's conscious he'll get stronger by the day and once he gets to grips with using his phone again you won't be safe from his insults Roo🙂.
Post by: Laverdaroo on July 25, 2025, 04:49:47 PM
Ken who
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Post by: Athame57 on July 25, 2025, 05:36:57 PM
I actually didn't know until recently that an individual catches pneumonia from an airborne virus, I always thought an individual developed pneumonia as a result of a chest infection.There are a bundle of reasons you can catch it. My bout a couple of years back stemmed from a chest infection. :o An experience to be missed!
Post by: K2-K6 on July 25, 2025, 05:51:12 PM
It's probably the "rats pass express" 500 what got him ;D
"Weil's disease, a severe form of leptospirosis, can manifest with pulmonary complications, including pneumonia, which may be categorized as atypical pneumonia. While Weil's disease primarily involves jaundice, kidney impairment, and hemorrhages, pulmonary involvement occurs in a significant percentage of cases. This can range from a mild non-productive cough to severe pulmonary hemorrhage and respiratory failure." Extracted from the great and wide reaching internees.
Partly in jest, but you never know what gets into you and from where. We were in discussion some time back about disinfecting this vehicle after its storage time as general rats toilet. Unlikely, but just a possibility of it.
From experience in looking after safety in a chemical use environment with arious ingestion hazard, mitigation of such, risk management of potentially serious nature etc, its clear there's easy source available for some things you'd really want to avoid.
Don't let the fcuking pneumonia get ya Ken :) this is no time to clock off early.
Post by: K2-K6 on July 25, 2025, 05:57:20 PM
"CASE SUMMARY
We recently managed a patient with fever, cough and dyspnea on admission that progressed into persistent adult respiratory distress syndrome, hemoptysis and hematuria after admission. In this case, the rare Leptospira infection was clouded by the positive influenza tests at admission, delaying early Leptospira-targeted antibiotics administration. Next generation sequencing, a novel molecular diagnostic tool, provided a key hint to uncover the crucial pathogen, Leptospira interrogans, further supported by the possible occupational exposure history. Subsequent conventional penicillin and mechanical respiratory support were administrated to cure the patient successfully without any sequela.
CONCLUSION
Clinicians must pay attention to possible exposure history and keep uncommon Leptospira in mind when managing pneumonia with unknown causes.
Keywords: Leptospira interrogans, Pneumonia, Next generation sequencing, Influenza, Diagnosis, Case report
Core Tip: Pneumonia caused by Leptospira interrogans is rare but life-threatening. In the early phase, the nonspecific symptoms of Leptospira pneumonia often lead clinicians to misdiagnosis as influenza or other illness. We herein report a 54-year-old man who presented with cough, fever and dyspnea and was misdiagnosed with influenza but was confirmed with Leptospira infection with the help of next generation sequencing. Possible exposure history and next generation sequencing during management of infections with unknown causes are important"
Although its probably just Ken's idle circuits :)
Post by: Laverdaroo on July 25, 2025, 06:45:42 PM
Either way, similar to Dom, he’s firing on 3 with an intermittent no spark on pot #2
Incidentally, I have to register with the host and carry a card highlighting ‘Lepto’ as I work in and around water and our furry friends!
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Post by: Laverdaroo on August 01, 2025, 08:06:08 PM
Well it’s been a fractious week and firstly can I apologise for lack of comms. Ken’s Lad, Craig called me on Tuesday to inform me he’d taken a dive and was going down hill fast as a result of a secondary infection on both lungs and had been back on the ventilator with things not looking good.
For the sanity of the family and for me not wanting to post a fretful piece full of bad news I hung back and I know some of you have messaged me asking for news but I’ve had to just keep a lid on it.
I’ve been in contact all week on a daily basis with Craig and although it seemed a lost cause and a possibility of having to call the vicar, the stubborn bugger has rallied and responding to the new drugs and gone from needing the ventilator 24/7 to now only requiring it about 15% of the time, even managing a 24hr spell breathing on his own.
Fantastic news as I’m sure you’ll agree and a sigh of relief for the family. He’s got a monster long way to go but he’s fully with it although still can’t talk but is mouthing his words over so communication is coming on.
His lad took him his eye pad in today d he could watch the GP which will have cheered him up no end I should imagine. When they called into the ICU today to see him, he was with the physio and apparently they had him standing up and supporting his own weight albeit with a frame but that’s epic progress when he was on deaths door Tuesday!
There’s life and chuntering in the old sod yet so keep up the good vibes sent his way on the ether folk, it seems to be working.
I’ll update after the weekend when I’ve had a chance to chat to Loz n Craig on Sunday with more news.
Thanks all
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Post by: DomP on August 01, 2025, 08:14:14 PM
Post by: Gromitdog on August 01, 2025, 08:18:01 PM
Thank you for the latest update on Kens condition although it's not all good news this update. At least he has responded to the new drugs & he is now improving and hopefully he will continue to improve on his long road to recovery.
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Post by: Laverda Dave on August 01, 2025, 09:51:08 PM
As well as Ken our thoughts are with his family, if it's been tough for Ken it would also be really tough on his family.
Thank you also for what you are doing Roo at a difficult time for you as well 👍.
Post by: Laverdaroo on August 01, 2025, 10:22:27 PM
I’ll pass on all the messages when I chat with Loz on Sunday
Cheers peeps
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Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on August 02, 2025, 05:46:16 AM
I've never met Ken in person though I have spoken to him at length on the phone during his suspension. Ken doesn't do short phone calls as he wants to spread his knowledge and enthusiasm for the 500.
I look forwards to him having the strength to post again, such a great fella.
Post by: Rozabikes Tim on August 02, 2025, 10:50:31 AM
With his ipad. Tell him to look up a utube channel called Superbike Surgery. Link below of recent job.
https://youtu.be/M_4B_d4rWaE?si=wvk-6RblFretgbrj
Very knowledgeable and similarly sweary!! Mostly more modern stuff but he has done a 440/4 ond a 500 or 550 from memory.
Ta for the update matey.
Post by: Laverdaroo on August 02, 2025, 11:45:45 AM
I passed him those details about a year ago, I’m an avid fan and love his fuel injection diagnosis sessions.
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on August 02, 2025, 01:05:44 PM
Ehyup Tim,
I passed him those details about a year ago, I’m an avid fan and love his fuel injection diagnosis sessions.
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Indeed Roo
"F--kin compressor" - ya got to be in the know to know!!
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Post by: SpawnsOfOddjob on August 06, 2025, 09:35:09 PM
Stacy here - Ken’s daughter.
I just made an account simply to say a massive thank you from all of the family for the well wishes for my dad. It’s most definitely not been an easy 6 weeks - hardest of our lives in fact but I’m pleased to say he’s making some good progress now. He has a speaker valve in his trache (which is hopefully being removed soon) and so he’s been talking away to us which is so lovely to hear.
I managed to get him on a video call with Roo today which really made him smile so thank you Roo
Honestly though my dad will no doubt read all your messages and will really show him how much of an incredible man he is and how much he’s thought of. Myself, my sister and brother are truly very lucky to have him as our dad and I know he’s got some good friends in you guys too.
So thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for the well wishes, thoughts and messages. It’s so appreciated and hasn’t gone unnoticed.
If anyone does want to send him a message such as an audio clip or just a written message please feel free to contact me and I can ping you my number.
Speak soon
Stacy x
Post by: Athame57 on August 06, 2025, 10:03:07 PM
Hi guys,Hello Stacy
Stacy here - Ken’s daughter.
Thank you very much for this. I hope Ken is soon himself again.
George x
Post by: Rozabikes Tim on August 06, 2025, 11:30:16 PM
Tim
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Post by: Laverdaroo on August 06, 2025, 11:36:03 PM
I had to threat to go see him to cut him short
Glad to see the silly sod on better form though.
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Post by: Laverda Dave on August 06, 2025, 11:43:27 PM
Great to hear your Dad is on the mend and thank you for taking the time to register an account on the forum to personally let us know how Ken is doing, he's missed on the forum and especially his witty comments with Roo😁.
Hopefully he'll be home soon to finish the 550 project we are all waiting to see🙂.
Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on August 07, 2025, 05:13:10 AM
Really pleased to read that Ken is on the mend, he is one of lifes fighters that's for sure.
Please say hello to him for me from me - Ted, I wish him all the best in his recovery journey.
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Post by: Gromitdog on August 07, 2025, 09:49:02 AM
Welcome to the forum nice to have you here 🤗 Great to get some positive news on your dad, As you say its been a a roller coast rider over the past 6 weeks for you all while he been in hospital.
It sounds like he making great progress, Good to hear that Roo put a smile on his face while on a video call with him this week. Hopefully he will continue to make great progress over the coming weeks and will soon be back home with you all very soon and back here on the forum as there is something missing here without him.
Best wishes from
Nigel & Sheila
Post by: Johnwebley on August 07, 2025, 04:35:01 PM
Thank you Stacy, and get well soon Ken
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Post by: Laverdaroo on August 07, 2025, 05:21:28 PM
Hi Stacy, welcome to the forum thanks very for setting yourself up on here to keep us informed, what a great idea! Might save Roo’s fine typing finger a little.My fone triping Johnny?So glad to hear of the continuing improvement in your dad’s health. He has certainly been through the mill. We are all willing him on here with his continuing journey back to good health. Pass on our best to Ken and the rest of the family.
I resemble that remark!
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Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on August 10, 2025, 07:23:17 AM
Thanks for the update Roo.
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Post by: Laverdaroo on August 10, 2025, 01:07:25 PM
This is great news - sounds like he’s on the road to recovery.He is, he’s quite chipper and was quite on form yesterday. I’m giving him a shout on Tuesday to see how he’s doing. I’ve sent him some funny memes to make him chuckle and cough so no doubt I’ll be getting some Yorkshire snipes when I speak to him.
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He’s now able to use his phone and has been reading all the replies and posts of good wishes and was quite humbled by it all. He’s a very proud chap as you know but thanks you all for all the kind words.
I’ll give you an update on Tuesday if Stacey doesn’t bob summut up here first
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Post by: Seabeowner on August 10, 2025, 07:26:37 PM
Post by: Gromitdog on August 12, 2025, 07:29:28 AM
Thank you for the latest update that's great news indeed 😀
Hi Ken
Hopefully your reading this yourself 🤗 and are feeling much better Hopefully physio have got on some light polishing & fettling ready for your discharge which hopefully will be very soon, Looking forward to hearing from you when your back home again.
Best wishes Nige
Post by: Athame57 on August 12, 2025, 09:09:38 AM
Post by: Multiman on August 12, 2025, 11:23:05 AM
I haven't been on this site for ages as
a. my 400/4 just works
b. I'm desperately trying to get my T160 restoration finished so I can ride before the weather breaks.
As a result I had no idea of your illness until I had a chat with Roo this morning.
However I'm really pleased to hear that you are improving daily from what must have been a horrible experience for you and your loved ones.
Keep improving and I'll pop in here a bit more regularly from now on to keep up to date with your progress.
Try not to be too hard on Roo, he can't help it.
My daughter is going out with someone from Lancashire, should I be concerned?
Attached is a pic of the T160 to show I haven't been shirking.
Best wishes
Tim
Post by: Orcade-Ian on August 12, 2025, 11:46:51 AM
Glad to hear from Roo and Stacy that things are slowly improving for you. I don't know why Multiman seems worried that his Daughter is going out with a Lancastrian (I married one!) and lots of good things have come out of Lancashire - like the road back to Yorkshire to name one!
Anyway, keep up the good progress and we all look forward to seeing you back on here.
Ian
Post by: Laverdaroo on August 12, 2025, 05:25:04 PM
Hi Ken,Always said I liked you Ian
Glad to hear from Roo and Stacy that things are slowly improving for you. I don't know why Multiman seems worried that his Daughter is going out with a Lancastrian (I married one!) and lots of good things have come out of Lancashire - like the road back to Yorkshire to name one!
Anyway, keep up the good progress and we all look forward to seeing you back on here.
Ian
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Post by: K2-K6 on August 12, 2025, 05:54:01 PM
Thanks to Roo for the translation from Lancastrian :)
Maybe to cheer Ken, sketch from a local lad
https://youtu.be/sedG1kBtn1M?si=VfLNXkN_vyQKcCfR
Post by: Gromitdog on August 23, 2025, 09:01:59 PM
I hope your doing well and your recovery is progressing and your managing to do bacon butties and mugs of proper Yorkshire Tea down you none of this wimpy southern crap 😂 ?. Enjoying the Moto GP at home , With a bit of light polishing in between catching up with some rest and relaxation.
Best wishes to you and the family look forward to catching up with you for a chat
Nigel & Sheila
Post by: SpawnsOfOddjob on August 25, 2025, 09:07:05 PM
Thank you all for your well wishes and thoughts it’s very much appreciated and I’m sure he will be on at some point to say the same as well
Big love to you all!
Stacy x
Post by: Gromitdog on August 25, 2025, 09:16:22 PM
That's great news Kens made it home but he will be disappointed that his favourite bacon butty is not tasing the same as it was 8 wks ago may be more sauce is need 😂 with it ?. You all been on journey no one wants to have to do but you got him home and his recovery journey now begins with his loving family around him hopefully physio will get him on light polishing and feltting over the coming weeks & months.
We all have missed him on here for sure. Take care Ken look fwd to catching up with you soon.....
Best wishes
Nige & Sheila
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Still struggling to find things I can eat. Drinking protein drinks a lot plus fruit. Strawberry and Banana combo is nice.
Getting stronger, gonna tackle the bottom stair tomorrow. Another month and I may be able to sleep upstairs again, can’t wait.
Thanks all for the well wishes and positive thoughts, I’ll be back before you know it.
Post by: Johnwebley on August 27, 2025, 12:52:04 PM
Nope, I’m in the hate Marmite class.Good for you
Still struggling to find things I can eat. Drinking protein drinks a lot plus fruit. Strawberry and Banana combo is nice.
Getting stronger, gonna tackle the bottom stair tomorrow. Another month and I may be able to sleep upstairs again, can’t wait.
Thanks all for the well wishes and positive thoughts, I’ll be back before you know it.
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on August 27, 2025, 01:44:14 PM
Mmmmmmmmarmite yes pls with cheese on toast 🤗 😛 ❤️
Now you're talking!
Post by: Bryanj on August 27, 2025, 05:05:05 PM
Post by: Athame57 on August 27, 2025, 07:32:35 PM
Damn, and i was going to order you a special jar with your name on!Kenarmite? It sounds like an explosive! :o
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Post by: Athame57 on August 29, 2025, 07:42:25 AM
🤢🤮 and Bovril!If you think Marmite and Bovril are love or hate you should see garlic. :o It has me walking backwards when in conversation with someone who reeks of it. I've even thought of running for parliament with a fringe party to BAN it lol! ;D
Post by: Johnwebley on August 29, 2025, 08:23:20 AM
That is to muchIf you think Marmite and Bovril are love or hate you should see garlic. :o It has me walking backwards when in conversation with someone who reeks of it. I've even thought of running for parliament with a fringe party to BAN it lol! ;Dand Bovril!
Add garlic granules over steak, it really enhances the flavour
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Post by: Athame57 on August 29, 2025, 11:28:22 AM
NO! That would destroy a beautiful meal, besides my home is a garlic free zone! I even put garlic down as an allergy when asked in a medical way! ;D
Add garlic granules over steak, it really enhances the flavour
Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on August 29, 2025, 12:52:39 PM
Red Onions on the other hand makes me projectile vomit as does anything more than a trace if MSG.
Post by: Athame57 on August 29, 2025, 01:09:47 PM
i'm a fan of Garlic in all its applications. On Steak, Chilli, Bread, Prawns, Curry etc.Why not add it to your fuel as well? It might stop your carbs clogging but it would wreck the O zone layer! ;D
Post by: McCabe-Thiele (Ted) on August 29, 2025, 04:37:30 PM
i'm a fan of Garlic in all its applications. On Steak, Chilli, Bread, Prawns, Curry etc.Why not add it to your fuel as well? It might stop your carbs clogging but it would wreck the O zone layer! ;D
A Garlic tablet for every gallon of petrol sounds about right 👍
Post by: Johnwebley on August 29, 2025, 05:22:55 PM
Imagine the aroma if you crush the garlic in castor oil, then add to the petrol,i'm a fan of Garlic in all its applications. On Steak, Chilli, Bread, Prawns, Curry etc.Why not add it to your fuel as well? It might stop your carbs clogging but it would wreck the O zone layer! ;D
A Garlic tablet for every gallon of petrol sounds about right
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Post by: Athame57 on August 29, 2025, 05:37:38 PM
Imagine the aroma if you crush the garlic in castor oil, then add to the petrol,
It doesn't bear thinking about! :o
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Post by: taysidedragon on August 30, 2025, 12:43:36 PM
Post by: Athame57 on August 30, 2025, 12:54:16 PM
Where would we be without garlic bread? 😁👍
Breaking more bread, breaking less wind! ;D
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Post by: Rozabikes Tim on August 30, 2025, 02:28:28 PM
Post by: Laverda Dave on August 30, 2025, 05:12:19 PM
Where would we be without garlic bread? 😁👍
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In the words of Peter Kay - 'Garlic bread, it's the future, I know, I've tasted it' 🙂
Post by: Athame57 on August 30, 2025, 07:55:12 PM