Hello Everyone!
We made it through the 2009 season and the GNF!
Brett had some real tough competition. For the Clubman race, he came in 8th place and for D-Superstock he came in 5th place.
He did not get to ride in the C-Superstock because he crashed at Barber during the practice for the Michelin Nationals and he could not get his R6 repaired in time for the GNF. (He is still ordering parts and working on it. He hopes to get at least one track day in before the 2010 race season starts in Feb.)
I would like to take this opportunity to thank each of you again for keeping up with Brett and for praying for him.
Feb 7, 2010 will be the 3 year anniversary of his getting hit by the woman in the SUV causing him to lose his right arm, collar bone, and shoulder blade. He continues to take Lyrica, Loritab, and Valium for the phantom pain. Please pray for us that we can find a cure for his pain so that he does not have to take the drugs.
Our family is all doing well. David and I continue to trust in the Lord for supplying all of our needs.
May God bless each and everyone of you.
In Christ,
Coleen
Click on the link below to see photos from the Grand National Finals (GNF) at Road Atlanta.
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Thursday, November 5, 2009
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Nashville Superspeedway 10/25-27/2009
Hello!
Well, we just finished the last race of the season. Brett came in 1st place for D-superstock and 3rd place for Clubman. He did not race in the C-superstock and it was a good choice on his part not to. He could not get comfortable with it for some reason that day and decided it would be best for the safety of all the racers for him to sit that one out.
In total points for the season for C-superstock, Brett came in 7th for the Southeast region, 9th for the Mid-central region, and is tied for 10th in the North Florida region.
In total points for the season for Clubman, Brett came in 1st in the North Florida and Southeast regions and 2nd in the Mid-central region.
In total points for the season for D-Superstock, Brett came in 1st in the Mid-central, North Florida, and Southeast regions.
Overall we think that Brett did very well.
The only races left are the ones for the Grand National Finals. These races take place from Oct 8 thru Oct 11 at Road Atlanta. Please pray for the safety of all the racers.
Brett will be racing at Barber the weekend of Oct 2-4. This is a Michelin Race. Again, please pray for all the racers.
Until we meet again,
Blessings,
Coleen
Well, we just finished the last race of the season. Brett came in 1st place for D-superstock and 3rd place for Clubman. He did not race in the C-superstock and it was a good choice on his part not to. He could not get comfortable with it for some reason that day and decided it would be best for the safety of all the racers for him to sit that one out.
In total points for the season for C-superstock, Brett came in 7th for the Southeast region, 9th for the Mid-central region, and is tied for 10th in the North Florida region.
In total points for the season for Clubman, Brett came in 1st in the North Florida and Southeast regions and 2nd in the Mid-central region.
In total points for the season for D-Superstock, Brett came in 1st in the Mid-central, North Florida, and Southeast regions.
Overall we think that Brett did very well.
The only races left are the ones for the Grand National Finals. These races take place from Oct 8 thru Oct 11 at Road Atlanta. Please pray for the safety of all the racers.
Brett will be racing at Barber the weekend of Oct 2-4. This is a Michelin Race. Again, please pray for all the racers.
Until we meet again,
Blessings,
Coleen
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Barber Sept 13, 2009
Hello Again!
Just wanted to let you guys know how Brett did. He got 17th in C-Superstock, 2nd in Clubman, and 2nd in D-Superstock. We are so proud of him. As many times as I have seen him race, I am still amazed by the ability that God has given him to ride.
We were afraid that the weather would be bad, but the Lord saw fit to it once again to give us a dry weekend!
With the weather as it is, Brett is suffering from much phantom pain. Please pray for him as it makes it very difficult for him to stay focused at school. We are going Friday to get another block. Hopefully this will take away the pain (or at least ease it).
I feel led to take a moment to share with you that the rapture is upon us. Most people miss Heaven by 18 inches (this is about the distance from the head to the heart). Many people know about God (in the brain), but they don't really know God (in their heart). I know that because I used to be one of those people. If you do not have that close and personal relationship with Him, please pray and ask Him to help you to experience that relationship with Him.
Thank you for your interests and your prayers.
Coleen
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Jennings - September 2009
What a great weekend!
The weather had forcasted a 40% chance of rain, but the Lord saw fit to keep it dry!
There were no serious crashes and that is a huge PRAISE THE LORD.
Brett came in 1st place in D-Superstock, 1st place in Clubman, and 7th place in
C-Superstock. He did run off the track and crash in the C-Superstock race, but he was ok and managed to pick up his bike (by himself - I don't know how!) and get back on the track. He then came in for a re-tech on his bike and took off again to finish the race. That boy is no quitter!
You can only imagine what it feels like to stand and wait for your son to come back around the track and know that too much time has passed and you still have not seen him go by! You know that something has gone amiss, but you don't know what. We are so blessed to have the wonderful folks at WERA that always try to find David and me and let us know what is going on. Not to mention what a great God we have that answers our prayers for Brett's safety!
The only thing that really drove us/me almost totally nuts was the love bugs. They were EVERYWHERE! We sprayed bug spray, we lit citronell candles, we put fabric softners all around us! and yet, the little bugs would not go away! Fortunately, they do not bite or sting. I wish I had known about them before we went on the trip.
When I got home, the first thing I did was go to the internet! I discovered that if you put Dawn, Joy, or some other dishwashing liquid in a spray bottle mixed with water, it will kill the little pests! We will hang on to this for future reference!
We met some really nice people at the track. Bill and Leigh (I hope I am spelling her name right). Their last name is Hayes. This did not even register with me until Leigh said that her nephew raced with the AMA's. I said, "Oh really! What is his name?" To which she replied, "Josh Hayes". Boy did I feel STOOOOOPID! We found out that Bill taught Josh how to ride. I look forward to seeing them again soon.
Thank you all for your interest and prayers for Brett.
Please continue to pray for Brett's phantom pain to decrease each day.
Please pray for him to make good grades in college.
Please pray for him to follow God's will for his life.
Blessings to you all!
Coleen
The weather had forcasted a 40% chance of rain, but the Lord saw fit to keep it dry!
There were no serious crashes and that is a huge PRAISE THE LORD.
Brett came in 1st place in D-Superstock, 1st place in Clubman, and 7th place in
C-Superstock. He did run off the track and crash in the C-Superstock race, but he was ok and managed to pick up his bike (by himself - I don't know how!) and get back on the track. He then came in for a re-tech on his bike and took off again to finish the race. That boy is no quitter!
You can only imagine what it feels like to stand and wait for your son to come back around the track and know that too much time has passed and you still have not seen him go by! You know that something has gone amiss, but you don't know what. We are so blessed to have the wonderful folks at WERA that always try to find David and me and let us know what is going on. Not to mention what a great God we have that answers our prayers for Brett's safety!
The only thing that really drove us/me almost totally nuts was the love bugs. They were EVERYWHERE! We sprayed bug spray, we lit citronell candles, we put fabric softners all around us! and yet, the little bugs would not go away! Fortunately, they do not bite or sting. I wish I had known about them before we went on the trip.
When I got home, the first thing I did was go to the internet! I discovered that if you put Dawn, Joy, or some other dishwashing liquid in a spray bottle mixed with water, it will kill the little pests! We will hang on to this for future reference!
We met some really nice people at the track. Bill and Leigh (I hope I am spelling her name right). Their last name is Hayes. This did not even register with me until Leigh said that her nephew raced with the AMA's. I said, "Oh really! What is his name?" To which she replied, "Josh Hayes". Boy did I feel STOOOOOPID! We found out that Bill taught Josh how to ride. I look forward to seeing them again soon.
Thank you all for your interest and prayers for Brett.
Please continue to pray for Brett's phantom pain to decrease each day.
Please pray for him to make good grades in college.
Please pray for him to follow God's will for his life.
Blessings to you all!
Coleen
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Talladega 8/23 weekend
Hello Everyone!
Brett did well at talley. He came in 9th in C-Superstock, 4th in Clubman, and 3rd in D-superstock. (Photo's to follow soon.)
The weather was good, no rain, a nice breeze, and just a little too warm at times. I am glad that the weather is beginning to cool.
We head out for Jennings next and then to Barber, Nashville, (maybe Barber again), then the Grand National Finials at Road Atlanta. This will complete the season for 2009. We are not sure what is in store for the 2010 season as Brett is quickly running out of money.
Please pray for
1. Brett's safety
2. Brett to do well in school
3. Brett's phantom pain to cease.
Most of all pray for Brett to follow God's leadership in his life.
Thank you for your prayers and your interest.
Blessing to all of you!
Coleen
Brett did well at talley. He came in 9th in C-Superstock, 4th in Clubman, and 3rd in D-superstock. (Photo's to follow soon.)
The weather was good, no rain, a nice breeze, and just a little too warm at times. I am glad that the weather is beginning to cool.
We head out for Jennings next and then to Barber, Nashville, (maybe Barber again), then the Grand National Finials at Road Atlanta. This will complete the season for 2009. We are not sure what is in store for the 2010 season as Brett is quickly running out of money.
Please pray for
1. Brett's safety
2. Brett to do well in school
3. Brett's phantom pain to cease.
Most of all pray for Brett to follow God's leadership in his life.
Thank you for your prayers and your interest.
Blessing to all of you!
Coleen
Thursday, August 20, 2009
CCS Race at Barber Motor Sport Park - August 15 & 16
It was another hot race weekend at the Barber Motor Sport Park. Brett raced the R6 and continued to improve on his lap times. The CCS racers proved to be capable competitors and I think they could hold their own against the WERA racers.
Coleen’s sister, Mary Ann, spent the weekend at the track with us and it was nice to have her with us.
We met several new friends, and I loaned my leathers to a fellow named David White from West Virginia.
We also met a chaplain named Ray Rozzio from Nashville and Keith Sharon from North Carolina. Both were kind and agreed to pray for Brett’s pain management and future opportunities to share his testimony.
Photos may be posted later at http://www.skinandleather.com as we met the photographer behind this site.
On to Talladega grad prix this weekend and Brett starts school next week.
Pray for safety, good weather and for Brett to do his best in school.
Coleen’s sister, Mary Ann, spent the weekend at the track with us and it was nice to have her with us.
We met several new friends, and I loaned my leathers to a fellow named David White from West Virginia.
We also met a chaplain named Ray Rozzio from Nashville and Keith Sharon from North Carolina. Both were kind and agreed to pray for Brett’s pain management and future opportunities to share his testimony.
Photos may be posted later at http://www.skinandleather.com as we met the photographer behind this site.
On to Talladega grad prix this weekend and Brett starts school next week.
Pray for safety, good weather and for Brett to do his best in school.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
photos from CMP July 2009
See photos from Carolina Motorsports Park. Photos taken by PtMonkeyPics.com.
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Sunday, August 9, 2009
English Family
I noticed that some people from England had been reading Brett's blogspot posts. Just to let you know - Brett's great grandparents were Leonard and Nellie Bell Hughes. His great uncle would be David Hughes. He has great aunts Audrey, Gillian, and Beryl. I also know that he has 2 cousins, Sarah and Mark. I also know that Mark moved to France at one point in time. If you know this family, please pass this blogspot address on to them.
Blessings,
Coleen (Brett's mom)
Blessings,
Coleen (Brett's mom)
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Roebling Road 7/25/09 & 7/26/09
Brett did well this weekend! He came in 3rd place in Clubman, 3rd place in
D-Superstock, and 7th place in C-Superstock.
I was reading through some of the old posts and watched the Fox News report on Brett. I wonder if they know that he actually has his race license now and is doing as well as he is.
Thank you all for your prayers and support.
Please pray for Brett as he still struggles with phantom pain.
We are so thankful to God that He has allowed Brett to ride.
Blessings,
Coleen
D-Superstock, and 7th place in C-Superstock.
I was reading through some of the old posts and watched the Fox News report on Brett. I wonder if they know that he actually has his race license now and is doing as well as he is.
Thank you all for your prayers and support.
Please pray for Brett as he still struggles with phantom pain.
We are so thankful to God that He has allowed Brett to ride.
Blessings,
Coleen
Carolina Motorsports Park 7/18/09 - 7/19/09
This weekend was great! The weather was nice and Brett stayed up on two wheels!
The track was bumpy "As all get out"!
He came in 3rd place in Clubman, 2nd place in D-Superstock, and 12th place in
C-Superstock! We are so proud of him.
I will post photos as soon as I get them. Meanwhile, you can view photo's at PitMonkeyPics.com.
There is absolutely NOTHING to do in Kershaw, SC! You would have to travel 20 miles in either direction to get to town. But we did manage to find a decent hotel to stay in - the Executive Inn.
Please continue to pray for Brett's phantom pain.
God Bless You All.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
June Races
Hello!
It has been a few weeks since I have posted because we have been so busy. We went to Talladega Gran Prix Raceway (Lil Tally) on June 13th and 14th. It rained. Brett came in 7th on the R6, 4th in Clubman, and 2nd in D-Superstock. We had just bought a new First Up and the storm that hit tore up both our First Up and our EZ UP. What a mess!
David brought them both home and fixed them. Go David!
On June 26th and 27th we went to Road Atlanta. The heat was unbearable! Brett came in 5th in Clubman (race # 9) and 4th in Superstock (race # 7). He was not able to race the R6 (race # 12) because the heat got the best of him. He came in from race # 9 and layed on the ground. His face was very red and he was extremely hot. The fan was turned on him, but it only blew hot air. We cooled him down as best we could then he got in his truck with the a/c on full blast. He did not cool down enough by race # 12 to race his R6.
I recently found on the website www.bamarides.com an article and a video of Brett. You should go check it out.
You can also go out to VHS photography and find photos of Brett. (See picture links in prior posts...)
Our next trip is to Carolina Motorsports Park in SC. Please pray for all the riders as the summer progresses. Please pray for Brett's pain to go away.
Thank you all for your prayers and your concern.
In Christ,
Coleen (aka Brett's mom)
It has been a few weeks since I have posted because we have been so busy. We went to Talladega Gran Prix Raceway (Lil Tally) on June 13th and 14th. It rained. Brett came in 7th on the R6, 4th in Clubman, and 2nd in D-Superstock. We had just bought a new First Up and the storm that hit tore up both our First Up and our EZ UP. What a mess!
David brought them both home and fixed them. Go David!
On June 26th and 27th we went to Road Atlanta. The heat was unbearable! Brett came in 5th in Clubman (race # 9) and 4th in Superstock (race # 7). He was not able to race the R6 (race # 12) because the heat got the best of him. He came in from race # 9 and layed on the ground. His face was very red and he was extremely hot. The fan was turned on him, but it only blew hot air. We cooled him down as best we could then he got in his truck with the a/c on full blast. He did not cool down enough by race # 12 to race his R6.
I recently found on the website www.bamarides.com an article and a video of Brett. You should go check it out.
You can also go out to VHS photography and find photos of Brett. (See picture links in prior posts...)
Our next trip is to Carolina Motorsports Park in SC. Please pray for all the riders as the summer progresses. Please pray for Brett's pain to go away.
Thank you all for your prayers and your concern.
In Christ,
Coleen (aka Brett's mom)
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Roebling Road June 6 & 7, 2009
What a great trip! I am glad that we all brought our webbed feet along!
We had never been to Savannah before so we decided to leave on Thursday, sight see on Friday and part of Saturday, spend Sunday at the track, and head home on Monday.
The races went well. Brett came in 2nd place in two races and 7th in another.
The first race was the D Superstock (he came in 2nd), the second race was Clubman (he came in 2nd place) he only missed getting 1st place by 1/2 of a bike length.
He came in 7th in the C Superstock. He probably would have come in 6th, but his chain was very, very loose and caused him to ride slower than he would have.
Overall it was a very good weekend. It rained just about the whole time we were there. I look forward to going back in July and touring the city of Savannah again. Maybe next time it will not rain.
We hope to see you at Lil Tally on June 13th & 14th.
With all the humidity, Brett's phantom pain increases tremendously. Please continue to pray for him.
Thank you for your support!
Coleen
Photos coming soon.
We had never been to Savannah before so we decided to leave on Thursday, sight see on Friday and part of Saturday, spend Sunday at the track, and head home on Monday.
The races went well. Brett came in 2nd place in two races and 7th in another.
The first race was the D Superstock (he came in 2nd), the second race was Clubman (he came in 2nd place) he only missed getting 1st place by 1/2 of a bike length.
He came in 7th in the C Superstock. He probably would have come in 6th, but his chain was very, very loose and caused him to ride slower than he would have.
Overall it was a very good weekend. It rained just about the whole time we were there. I look forward to going back in July and touring the city of Savannah again. Maybe next time it will not rain.
We hope to see you at Lil Tally on June 13th & 14th.
With all the humidity, Brett's phantom pain increases tremendously. Please continue to pray for him.
Thank you for your support!
Coleen
Photos coming soon.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Brett's 20th Birthday
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Follow the link to see a few pictures of Brett on his birthday (May 6).
Follow the link to see a few pictures of Brett on his birthday (May 6).
Monday, May 25, 2009
Barber May 23-24
It is hard to write about this weekend. A female rider and a corner worker did not survive the accident on Friday. It was a very sad day. Please pray for the families of these two dear friends.
Between tears and prayers it was hard to think of much else. I, as well as many others, prayed for the riders and the corner workers as they had to continue on with the race weekend. It had to be hard for the riders to go around that side of the track without thinking of their friends and tearing up.
Saturday's practice seemed to go well. Brett did not race that day. The day went by in sort of a blur as thoughts of Friday kept me praying and crying for the families that lost loved ones.
It was Sunday morning when Brett had to get back on the track. His first practice started out well with the first lap, but before he finished the second lap, he went down. I did not see him come back around and I knew that something was amiss. I had already been praying and had a peace that it was not going to be bad news. Don't get me wrong, I still had the "Mama worry" going on, but my faith was strong. He did mess up his R6 and had to work on it. He missed all his other practices. It did not help that it rained all morning long at the track.
Race time came and after working all morning on the R6, Brett was ready to race. He got on the track, went around for the warm up lap, and before he got back to the starting grid, the brakes locked up and the bike would not move. Thank the Lord that it happened during the warm up lap and not during the race. We are also thankful that Brett was behind most of the other riders. The corner workers quickly got Brett and his bike off the track, but that was the end of the race day for Brett on the R6.
He did race his Hawk later in the day in two different races, but did not place like he wanted to. During his second race, the rain began to fall again. Since he had race slicks on, he slowed down and he finish safely.
After what happened on Friday, Sunday was a day of great concern for me. I can only praise God for His protection of Brett. There is always a measure of fear when your loved ones are on the track, but you can only put your faith, hope, and trust in God.
Please pray for the riders and the corner workers! The corner workers work very hard to keep the riders safe to the point of risking their own safety. I don't know why the Lord chose to take the lives of the two this weekend, but I do know that He has a purpose. God never said that bad things wouldn't happen, but He promised us that He would be there for us when they do.
Brett still has a hard time with the phantom pains. We pray for the Lord to take away the pain and we know that He will, but we ask for your prayers.
Brett starts the next semester at Jeff State on June 1st. Please pray for him to do well in school.
Thank you for keeping up with the post. God bless you all.
Coleen
Between tears and prayers it was hard to think of much else. I, as well as many others, prayed for the riders and the corner workers as they had to continue on with the race weekend. It had to be hard for the riders to go around that side of the track without thinking of their friends and tearing up.
Saturday's practice seemed to go well. Brett did not race that day. The day went by in sort of a blur as thoughts of Friday kept me praying and crying for the families that lost loved ones.
It was Sunday morning when Brett had to get back on the track. His first practice started out well with the first lap, but before he finished the second lap, he went down. I did not see him come back around and I knew that something was amiss. I had already been praying and had a peace that it was not going to be bad news. Don't get me wrong, I still had the "Mama worry" going on, but my faith was strong. He did mess up his R6 and had to work on it. He missed all his other practices. It did not help that it rained all morning long at the track.
Race time came and after working all morning on the R6, Brett was ready to race. He got on the track, went around for the warm up lap, and before he got back to the starting grid, the brakes locked up and the bike would not move. Thank the Lord that it happened during the warm up lap and not during the race. We are also thankful that Brett was behind most of the other riders. The corner workers quickly got Brett and his bike off the track, but that was the end of the race day for Brett on the R6.
He did race his Hawk later in the day in two different races, but did not place like he wanted to. During his second race, the rain began to fall again. Since he had race slicks on, he slowed down and he finish safely.
After what happened on Friday, Sunday was a day of great concern for me. I can only praise God for His protection of Brett. There is always a measure of fear when your loved ones are on the track, but you can only put your faith, hope, and trust in God.
Please pray for the riders and the corner workers! The corner workers work very hard to keep the riders safe to the point of risking their own safety. I don't know why the Lord chose to take the lives of the two this weekend, but I do know that He has a purpose. God never said that bad things wouldn't happen, but He promised us that He would be there for us when they do.
Brett still has a hard time with the phantom pains. We pray for the Lord to take away the pain and we know that He will, but we ask for your prayers.
Brett starts the next semester at Jeff State on June 1st. Please pray for him to do well in school.
Thank you for keeping up with the post. God bless you all.
Coleen
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Nashville Trip
Here are a few photos of family and friends. One of the best things about Nashville for me is that they have these garages for the racers to park in. It is nice and shady and has plenty of electric outlets.
Here are a few photos of family and friends at the garages.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
April 30, 20009 Brett at Barber
Hello!
What a great day it was! All the riders did very well at Barber. I am always glad to see old and new friends at the track. The day went well for the Cole family. Brett never ceases to amaze me! The fastest lap time on record for Barber is 1:23. The average time is about 1:35(for the fastest guys).
Brett's time was in the 1:40's. Not bad for a one armed guy! This was only the 7th time he had been on the R6.
He used to only ride a Honda Hawk 650 GT. Now he is on a Yamaha R6 (600). I do not know much about bikes, but I do know (from listening to others) that the R6 is much faster and much more powerful than a Hawk! So, getting used to the bike is probably somewhat of a big deal. Others tell me it is a major jump in speed and power.
We have a new friend, Robin, who took some video of Brett riding at Barber. I will try to get it posted soon.
The next WERA race that Brett will be in is at Barber on May 23rd and 24th. He will probably only practice on Saturday morning, but he will race on Sunday afternoon.
Thank you all for you support!
What a great day it was! All the riders did very well at Barber. I am always glad to see old and new friends at the track. The day went well for the Cole family. Brett never ceases to amaze me! The fastest lap time on record for Barber is 1:23. The average time is about 1:35(for the fastest guys).
Brett's time was in the 1:40's. Not bad for a one armed guy! This was only the 7th time he had been on the R6.
He used to only ride a Honda Hawk 650 GT. Now he is on a Yamaha R6 (600). I do not know much about bikes, but I do know (from listening to others) that the R6 is much faster and much more powerful than a Hawk! So, getting used to the bike is probably somewhat of a big deal. Others tell me it is a major jump in speed and power.
We have a new friend, Robin, who took some video of Brett riding at Barber. I will try to get it posted soon.
The next WERA race that Brett will be in is at Barber on May 23rd and 24th. He will probably only practice on Saturday morning, but he will race on Sunday afternoon.
Thank you all for you support!
Monday, April 27, 2009
Nashville Superspeedway April 25-26, 2009
Hello Everyone!
We had another great weekend! The weather was very nice - a little warm with a nice breeze. The races all went well. We met a guy from California who was traveling around to ride track days on tracks that he had never been on before. He was going to Barber on Saturday. I hope he enjoyed it as much as we do!
Brett raced in three races this weekend. D-Superstock (he came in 3rd), Clubman (he came in 2nd), and C-Superstock (he came in 5th). I was glad to see that he stayed up on two wheels and finished the races. He had alot of pain in his right shoulder, but since it was physical, we were able to massage it out. We did not stay around for the trophy presentation because it was a 3.5 hour drive back home and Brett had school on Monday morning. So we just picked up the trophies and headed home.
Brett will be at Barber on Thursday, April 30th for a track day with Sportbike Track Time for a "ride with the pros" day. Some of the AMA racers will be there and it should be alot of fun. Brett will also be racing at Barber on May 23rd and 24th. This is one of the few times that Brett will race locally. Many of you have wanted to come and support him and this would be a good oppertunity for you to do so.
Thank you for your love and support and mostly for your prayers!
God Bless you all!
Coleen
We had another great weekend! The weather was very nice - a little warm with a nice breeze. The races all went well. We met a guy from California who was traveling around to ride track days on tracks that he had never been on before. He was going to Barber on Saturday. I hope he enjoyed it as much as we do!
Brett raced in three races this weekend. D-Superstock (he came in 3rd), Clubman (he came in 2nd), and C-Superstock (he came in 5th). I was glad to see that he stayed up on two wheels and finished the races. He had alot of pain in his right shoulder, but since it was physical, we were able to massage it out. We did not stay around for the trophy presentation because it was a 3.5 hour drive back home and Brett had school on Monday morning. So we just picked up the trophies and headed home.
Brett will be at Barber on Thursday, April 30th for a track day with Sportbike Track Time for a "ride with the pros" day. Some of the AMA racers will be there and it should be alot of fun. Brett will also be racing at Barber on May 23rd and 24th. This is one of the few times that Brett will race locally. Many of you have wanted to come and support him and this would be a good oppertunity for you to do so.
Thank you for your love and support and mostly for your prayers!
God Bless you all!
Coleen
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
March 2009 Race at Jennings
What a great weekend! The weather was fantastic. It was about 80-85 degrees with the wind blowing. Although a little too warm in the sun, it was wonderful in the shade.
The practices went well for Brett. He increased his speed and got more comfortable with the R6 start. He had a good scare in one of the practices but never crashed or left the track. It is a good thing I don't know what goes on while he is on the track.
Brett did very well. He came in first place in the Clubman race, second place in the D Superstock race, and he stayed up on two wheels in the C Superstock race. Actually, he came in eighth place. We are proud of you, Brett! (WERA has new trophies this year and they are very nice!)
Please pray for the safety of all the riders. One fellow (a novice racer) did have to be air lifted. I am not sure of the details, but please pray for him and his family.
At one point during a race, a turtle decided to cross the track. She was an expectant mother. The rider did not see her until it was too late. The race had to be stopped until the clean up crew finished their task of getting the track safe again for the racers.
So many unexpected things of this nature can happen. I have seen videos of racers coming across snakes, dogs, birds, etc. Sometimes these unexpected track visitors cause major problems (crashes) for the racers. Again, please pray for the safety of the racers.
VHS Photography came out to the track (first time in about 3 years) so we will have some good photos to share with you of Brett.
Vicki and her brother do an outstanding job of taking photos!
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/JenningsMarch2009#
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/JenningsMarch20091#
Brett still suffers from phantom pain. I asked the doctor about it and she said that because of the amount of nerve damage it would take longer for Brett to heal than most folks. It has been two years. She thinks that in another two years he could be off of all his medication.
We have given up on the acupuncture. Brett went for 6 or 7 visits but did not get any relief. He decided that it was not for him. We did buy a blanket for him called Farabloc. This blanket does give him some relief - not near what he needs - but it does help some.
Thank you all for your prayers for Brett. Please continue to pray for him and our family!
Blessings,
Coleen
The practices went well for Brett. He increased his speed and got more comfortable with the R6 start. He had a good scare in one of the practices but never crashed or left the track. It is a good thing I don't know what goes on while he is on the track.
Brett did very well. He came in first place in the Clubman race, second place in the D Superstock race, and he stayed up on two wheels in the C Superstock race. Actually, he came in eighth place. We are proud of you, Brett! (WERA has new trophies this year and they are very nice!)
Please pray for the safety of all the riders. One fellow (a novice racer) did have to be air lifted. I am not sure of the details, but please pray for him and his family.
At one point during a race, a turtle decided to cross the track. She was an expectant mother. The rider did not see her until it was too late. The race had to be stopped until the clean up crew finished their task of getting the track safe again for the racers.
So many unexpected things of this nature can happen. I have seen videos of racers coming across snakes, dogs, birds, etc. Sometimes these unexpected track visitors cause major problems (crashes) for the racers. Again, please pray for the safety of the racers.
VHS Photography came out to the track (first time in about 3 years) so we will have some good photos to share with you of Brett.
Vicki and her brother do an outstanding job of taking photos!
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/JenningsMarch2009#
http://picasaweb.google.com/Coleen0959/JenningsMarch20091#
Brett still suffers from phantom pain. I asked the doctor about it and she said that because of the amount of nerve damage it would take longer for Brett to heal than most folks. It has been two years. She thinks that in another two years he could be off of all his medication.
We have given up on the acupuncture. Brett went for 6 or 7 visits but did not get any relief. He decided that it was not for him. We did buy a blanket for him called Farabloc. This blanket does give him some relief - not near what he needs - but it does help some.
Thank you all for your prayers for Brett. Please continue to pray for him and our family!
Blessings,
Coleen
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Front of Brett's Quilt
This is the front of the quilt that I made for Brett. I will send a photo of the back later.
You can click the photo to enlarge it.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Photos
Great pictures courtesy of VHS photography....
Photos of Brett from the first race weekend of 2009 - Feb 2009 at Talley
More photos here from the first race weekend of 2009
Photos of Brett from the first race weekend of 2009 - Feb 2009 at Talley
More photos here from the first race weekend of 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
First Race Weekend of 2009
Hello!
February 7 & 8, 2009 - What a weekend! The weather could not have been better for the month of February or for the first race of the season!
The race was at Lil Talley and there were a lot of racers there. There were also a few crashes but nothing too serious (that I know of).
Brett could tell that it had been a few months since he had been on his bikes. Overall I would say he did very well.
This weekend was especially hard for our family as it was Feb 7, 2007 that Brett lost his arm when he was hit by a woman (with a suspended license) driving an SUV.
(Please do not forget to sign this linked petiton:)
In C-Superstock expert, he came in 12th place. This is the race that he rode his new (to him) R6. He had only been on the bike a total of 4 times before the race. So, not bad for his 5th time to ever be on the bike!
He came in 5th place in Clubman expert, and 3rd place in D-Superstock expert.
Needless to say, I was happy that he was able to stay up on two wheels (although he did accidently raise the front wheel off the ground on the R6).
(You can go to Brett's racer profile.)
Brett did collect his 3 First Place number plates for the 2008 season in Novice for the Southeast region, North Florida region, and Mid-central region.
I will post pictures as soon as I get them. VHS does a great job on the photos!
Please pray for Brett as we go through the race season that God will keep him safe from all harm, evil, sickness, pain, and death.
Please pray for God to heal his phantom pain as well. With the Spring comes lots of pressure changes in the weather and this really brings on the pain for him.
Brett has a wonderful doctor (A. Walsh) that helps him manage his pain. She tells us that in another two years she expects Brett to be off all of his medications.
Thank you all for your interest and for your prayers!
Blessings to you all,
Coleen
February 7 & 8, 2009 - What a weekend! The weather could not have been better for the month of February or for the first race of the season!
The race was at Lil Talley and there were a lot of racers there. There were also a few crashes but nothing too serious (that I know of).
Brett could tell that it had been a few months since he had been on his bikes. Overall I would say he did very well.
This weekend was especially hard for our family as it was Feb 7, 2007 that Brett lost his arm when he was hit by a woman (with a suspended license) driving an SUV.
(Please do not forget to sign this linked petiton:)
In C-Superstock expert, he came in 12th place. This is the race that he rode his new (to him) R6. He had only been on the bike a total of 4 times before the race. So, not bad for his 5th time to ever be on the bike!
He came in 5th place in Clubman expert, and 3rd place in D-Superstock expert.
Needless to say, I was happy that he was able to stay up on two wheels (although he did accidently raise the front wheel off the ground on the R6).
(You can go to Brett's racer profile.)
Brett did collect his 3 First Place number plates for the 2008 season in Novice for the Southeast region, North Florida region, and Mid-central region.
I will post pictures as soon as I get them. VHS does a great job on the photos!
Please pray for Brett as we go through the race season that God will keep him safe from all harm, evil, sickness, pain, and death.
Please pray for God to heal his phantom pain as well. With the Spring comes lots of pressure changes in the weather and this really brings on the pain for him.
Brett has a wonderful doctor (A. Walsh) that helps him manage his pain. She tells us that in another two years she expects Brett to be off all of his medications.
Thank you all for your interest and for your prayers!
Blessings to you all,
Coleen
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Jan 25, 2009
Just wanted to give everyone a quick update.
The race season is starting on Feb 7th. How ironic is that? Well, for those of you that don't remember, that is the day that Brett was hit by the woman in the Suv and lost his arm (2007).
He will be racing at Little Talladega. Please pray for his safety!
He is trying something new for his phantom pain. He is going to a doctor who is doing acupuncture on him. He has only been once, but he plans to go for at least 10 visits. We will let you know if it helps.
Many of you have asked about T-shirts and stickers. Well, thanks to Mark Zack, Brett now has T-Shirts that you can purchase. Just go to the link and place your order.
http://www.cafepress.com/onearmedracing
Thank you all for the continued prayers and support.
God Bless,
Coleen
The race season is starting on Feb 7th. How ironic is that? Well, for those of you that don't remember, that is the day that Brett was hit by the woman in the Suv and lost his arm (2007).
He will be racing at Little Talladega. Please pray for his safety!
He is trying something new for his phantom pain. He is going to a doctor who is doing acupuncture on him. He has only been once, but he plans to go for at least 10 visits. We will let you know if it helps.
Many of you have asked about T-shirts and stickers. Well, thanks to Mark Zack, Brett now has T-Shirts that you can purchase. Just go to the link and place your order.
http://www.cafepress.com/onearmedracing
Thank you all for the continued prayers and support.
God Bless,
Coleen
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