Heartfelt Thanks

I need to thank you all so much for the well wishes and comments about the passing of my brother.* The comments, prayers, and vibes all meant/mean a lot to me and my family like you wouldn't know...the responses and comments were shared with mom, sister, and non collector friends and they were all touched...<br>Also, thanks to those of you who sent flowers, plants, and cards.** I was surprised to say the least, and will always remember...The friendships that have sprung out of this hobby boggle my mind a bit.** What would I have if it weren't for it?** I know I wouldn't have the same friendships, or at least not as many.** You can never have too many friends as I learned on Saturday at my brothers "Celebration of Life" party.** He didn't want a funeral or a service, he wanted a party, or a celebration of life.** We did the best we could to grant him his final request.** It went well and lifted a little weight off of our shoulders.** His friends who got up and shared stories sure made my mom smile and be proud.** A difficult time for her, but we both talked about how Saturday lifted a heavy burden...<br>Saturday was a near perfect day weatherwise...Mt Shasta is unpredictable until around mid July on what kind of weather you'll have.** Mid 70's, a little overcast...I sure miss that place, and the people...<br><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6716.jpg" alt="image"><br><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6704.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6703.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6708.jpg" alt="image"><br><br>We hung his favorite T Shirts and put out some of his stuff...the Kamikaze hat sounds like it wasn't easy to "win" from the story I heard on how he obtained it.<br>Could you tell he liked the Redskins?<br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6695.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6700.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6699.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6698.jpg" alt="image"><br><br>he kept his ticket stubs to a few events we went to, they were on his refrigerator...<br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6674.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6673.jpg" alt="image"><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6672.jpg" alt="image"><br><br>I can say that all things considered, that Saturday is helping make things a lot better.** Life is a roller coaster...I'm not sure about "closure" that people talk about, I'm always going to miss him and think about him, and I know time will help, but something will always be missing...<br>Here's a video my wife put together for his party on Saturday.** I had to find a song to put with it, and knew it had to be Blue Oyster Cult.** First song I thought might work I gave a listen, then twice, then handed the iPod to the wife and told her that I found the right song...<br>I couldn't watch the video all the way through the first couple times for many reasons, but I think it came out pretty well.<br><a title="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUky4E6Cwq8" target="_blank" href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUky4E6Cwq8">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUky4E6Cwq8</a><br>or<br><span> <span id="temp-1"><span> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/TUky4E6Cwq8?f=videos&amp;app=youtube_gdata" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" height="355" width="425" allowscriptaccess="never"></embed></span> </span> </span><br><br>If the mods need to move this, I completely understand.** I just wanted to thank you all once again, you're an incredible group of people here, and many of the relationships to me are a blessing.<br>Legal pic:<br><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/April2010/IMG_6575.jpg" alt="image"><br><br>one last cut out on his refrigerator:<br><br><img src="http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y103/ScottWheels/BOC%202010/IMG_6677.jpg" alt="image"><br>

Think of it this way my friend.......You were lucky to have had a brother in the first place.........I feel for you.........HJ

So glad to see you back my friend...<br>

Good to have you back... you're doing great... everyone missed you...<br><br>
Dig

Looks like your brother enjoyed life to the full ,fantastic celebration of life.

Welcome back our brother, you were missed.

Scott:<br><br>Glad to see you back here. <br>

Great video it brought the tears out. Awsome job. It felt like I was there. Great to here from you.

That video is amazing. A very moving tribute to your brother's life.<br><br>Bob Jordan<br><br>

Good to see you back, Scott. Ya, "closure" never really is true closure. It's hard to express in words from a distance what a knowing look and hug or handshake could convey in person, but we try...<br><br>
Jeff

HeY Scott!<br>
Nice to have you back! Thanks for the nice pictures and the story's behind them!!<br>
I hope you and your family will doing fine!!<br><br>
Nice to see you writing here again!<br><br><br>
Welcome back!!<br><br><br>
Mustafa K

That's what friends are for..<img src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif"><br><br>
Glad to see you back Scott.

It looks like your brother knew how to to have fun with family and friends.rlol is not the same without you.

<span style="font-weight: bold;">Scott, great pics and video of your brother, you and family, great to have you back here on the RLOL.</span><br style="font-weight: bold;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Take care and Rock On!</span><br>

Hey Scott, been off the board for a little while and I didn't know. My condolences and thoughts for your families loss. Good to see you back and it was a pleasure meeting you in St. Louis. Kurt

<p align="center">Hey Scott. <br>So nice to see you back Online.<br>Awesome video of your brother.<br> Thanks for sharing.<br>Take care..Be safe.<br>Ray </p>

Too many losses lately. Family and friends. But every time seems to bring family and friends closer together, and make us appreciate <br>each other that much more. That's the good that I think comes from losing people. But you're right, it changes you forever and you <br>never just get over someone, they're always with you.

Scott, <br>Must have missed this as I'm not around too much anymore, my sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. Take care...Joe.

Hey Scott,<br><br>
Looks like your brother was a cool dude....NASCAR , BOC seems like he and I would have gotten along pretty well....kinda like me and you.. how we get along ...he was lucky to have a brother like you and vice a versa.<br>
Looks like an awesome celebration of life in a beautiful setting with a good turnout of friends and family.<br>
Good to see you on the board again and lets get together soon.

Glad to see you back among your friends. We missed you and send out blessings to you and your family.

<p>Scott, I am really sorry to hear what happened. I'm glad to see you back. </p>

Scott that was an amazing tribute to your brother, my eyes definitely started to water in a couple places. Seems like he was one of those live every day as if it's your last type of fellows, which is great. You have lost a brother, but hopefully your other family and you will become closer because of this tragedy. The Celebration of Life looked like it went off really well and I love that idea. You will miss your brother, but he'll always be right next to your heart. And again when you're ready the redline community will be waiting with open arms to welcome you back. Keep on trucking Scott.

Scott, sorry to hear of the sadness that has affected you and your family. The celebration of life looks like a great way to say how much you all loved him. <br>
Wishing you and your family the best. <br>
Jeff

Hope you're feeling better bro! -George

Hey Scott,<br><br>I drove my truck on Interstate 80 thru Auburn on Saturday, and gave you a "Honk" as I passed thru town....even though you're in Eldorado Hills, I'm sure you heard it! <br><br><br>Glad to have ya back.<br>Ken

Glad to have ya back Scotty. Very touching slide show w/great music to go along with it.You have some great memories that will be with you forever!

Return to "the lava" my man!!! <img src="http://www.ezboard.com/image/posticons/pi_wink1.gif">

Scott,<br>It's good to have you back.<br>Bob

Welcome back &amp; thanks for sharing all the great pictures, video, and most of all, your words. Your brother is still looking after you &amp; will try to influence the gods to will his Skins over your Boys in every game from here on out. God bless Scott &amp; again, welcome back.

<br>Scott<br>Thanks for sharing your family video......very touching.......and GREAT ideal on celebrating his life.....for that's what it looked like he did

Good to see you back and posting again. I've always been a big fan of your posts. Chin up bud.<br><br>
Justin

Welcome back Scott<br><br><br>
Joe

Scott, I most humbly thank you for sharing this painful, but beautiful journey with us. I never had a brother, but I know I have one in you. Your brother lives on in you, in your kindness, gentleness, humor, intelligence, generosity, and in your tender loving spirit. So many blessings...

Great to have you back Scott,your contribution and humor here on the boards<br>
is what keeps me coming back here.<br><br><br>
Rick