Somehow yesterday this thread got scambled when we exceeded the storage space here at the Forums.

Got an email from Fred's daughter today:

Now that makes it all worth it for sure. Fred is a legend in the world of HL collecting. I'm proud to be in his circle of friends.

Bob

Keep on going Fred we all have faith in you you made it to Baltimore didn't you remember at the next reunion I want to meet you and shake your hand.Sorry it wasn't this year but seems like the fellow up stairs had other plans.Bill O'Brien

Glad to hear my friend Fred is still making it across country. As I have said before, it is a blessing to pray for others. Bill, I think the "fella upstairs" was looking out for you....what a blessing you were at home when your medical problems showed up...We are so thankful you are doing better and better each day.
Derith

Well I'm looking forward to the travel updates on Fred...I guess we helped him get to the reunion and we can help him get home...better watch out for "smokies" Fred...heard you have a problem with that right foot of yours... And as for you Bill I want Nana to give you an extra hug from me since I was not able to meet you in Baltimore...Take care...

Ruthie

I've started a new thread down in the Personal Forum where those who want to give Fred a call while he's moving back West can send me an email.

Look for "Following Fred Home..."

I didn't break the thread' John. Honest. It wasn't me. It must have been the cat. I know it wasn't the dog. It had to be the cat!

Yep. Plans are to leave Kalamazoo on Wed. the 23rd. Hole up in Des Moines 'til Sun then take off for Denver for another layover and San Jose on Sat, Nov 3. For those of you who have friends or acquaintences across my probable route, you might want to give out a warning that Fred is back on the loose. A one state buffer either side should be a sufficient margin of safety. I threw my maps away and will be navigating by the sun so I might stray a little off course ocassionaly.

Have picked up a slight cough, which seems to be going away. Other than that I am feeling like the bottom of a stove. Here in Kellogg country and Tony the Tiger that equates to GR-R-R-EAT.

Bill O, sorry we missed one another. The next reunion could be a long way away (Bill Y sez 28 years, I say 5 years). Guess we'll have to plan on the Atlanta ICE show or a regional or some other event to meet.

Once again guys. thanks for all the good wishes and caring thoughts. Never could have made it without you. Love ya all.

Fred

P.S. COKMPUTER HATES ME. I’ve been trying for three days to make this post. First it wipes out the entire thread. then, it tells me I don’t exist but when I tried to sign back on it told me my name was already in use. Etc. Etc. Etc. Sound familiar. I can’t be the only one.

Fred, if you register a couple more times we will reach the latest goal of 800 registrants! So don't forget the donuts!