Post by Greg Welch on Thu 02 7, 2008 7:01 pm
Hopefully what I have to offer will help out Bob.
Oh Greg,
What you have offered is wonderful!
I’m sure people will want to participate and give whatever they can. In a way, the thought of all the racing community pulling for him may be the best medicine. He is a very sick man. And more important than his financial situation, is recovering from his medical problems. I hope people know how sick he really is!
When I first met him, I thought he was a little rough around the edges and maybe a little too abrasive. After the years being around him, I think I figured him out. A man who wears his emotions on his sleeve and just says whats on his mind, (especially in the heat of battle) regardless of the consequence. It has hurt some feelings, including his at times. But what I really respect about him, he always thinks about what he’s said and when the opportunity arises, he will walk up to you and explain himself and say he’s sorry. He really is quite a man.
An example that comes to mind about Bob and his rough exterior and true softer inner. When he told me about Sophie being pregnant, He was pissed! Ranting and raving and on and on. I made a comment that he would love that baby regardless. He continued the rant and rave. Well… I’m sure little “Bodine” is one of the greatest things he has to live for right now.
Others must see the same qualities. Some of the people he’s locked horn’s with the most are pulling on the rope the hardest right now. Chokes me up!
Probably won’t meet another like you Bob.
Godspeed Bob.
We’re all pulling for you.
Rick