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08-01-2023, 07:03 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Trailer: E 21 2019 Tow Vehicle: 2019 4Runner Limited
Posts: 740
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Jim Norman Update
Several people have private messaged me about Jim Norman and the fact that he has not been participating in the Escape Forum for a while. Noelia, Jim’s wife authorized me to provide the following information. Jim is battling with the complications from several operations and procedures going back a couple of years.
Without going into the specific details, Jim is recovering from yet another emergency surgery. He has become somewhat of a legend amongst his care providers, both nurses & surgeons, for his resilience, sense of humor, and positive outlook in the face of extreme adversity.
In Noelia’s words: “He is looking forward to future trips, but in the meantime when he is walking again and can get out to the Escape (I call it his club house) he will enjoy looking over maps, organizing camping gear, and pitching new ideas for modifications to the trailer…which is half the fun of executing a camping adventure.”
She summarized by writing: “We are prepared for the ultimate camping trip, but until God confirms the reservation… we plan to carry on and enjoy our time together.”
I’ll emphasize again how dedicated Noelia has been when it comes to Jim’s physical situation as well as his mental outlook. Her manner regarding the dignity of the human being is saintly.
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08-01-2023, 07:30 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2020
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Trailer: 2021 Escape E5.0; 2021 F150 PowerBoost
Posts: 1,193
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Thank you for sharing this, Wishing Jim and Noelia our best!
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08-01-2023, 08:46 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2020
Location: Overbrook, Kansas
Trailer: 2021 E19 (Padawan)
Posts: 1,983
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Thanks for the update,
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Randy & Barb
1998 C 2500 (Cruncher) and 2021 Ranger (Yoda)
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08-01-2023, 08:56 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Trailer: 2020 Escape 5.0TA "Zen"
Posts: 1,390
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Sending Love by the boatload.
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08-01-2023, 09:22 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2018
Location: Austin, Texas
Trailer: 2019 5.0TA "Junior", 2019 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi
Posts: 1,600
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Sending good wishes, purrs and hugs to Jim, hope to see him back on the forum soon.
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08-01-2023, 10:28 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan
Trailer: 2018 21'
Posts: 152
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We miss him and wish him well.
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08-01-2023, 10:37 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2020
Location: Brockville (Near Ottawa), Ontario
Trailer: 2010 Prolite Mini
Posts: 303
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I wonder whether Amazon has noticed a big dip in the PA revenue stream.
All the best and hope his sage advice returns to the forum soon.
And thanks to Telescopist and Noelia for the update.
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Steve from Brockville, Canada
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08-01-2023, 11:02 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: North Van., British Columbia
Trailer: 2014 Escape 19, sold; 2019 Escape 21, Sept. 2019
Posts: 8,819
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Quote:
Originally Posted by camp4528
I wonder whether Amazon has noticed a big dip in the PA revenue stream.
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Not to mention fewer used Escapes with empty propane tanks available on the East Coast.
Hang in there Jim, we're rooting for you.
Ron
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08-01-2023, 01:37 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2021
Location: Cold Spring, Kentucky
Trailer: 2022 21C + 2021 F-150 PowerBoost 4x4
Posts: 568
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Thank you for the update, Telescopist. Sorry to hear of cpaharley’s current health struggles. We’re hoping he recovers soon and gets back out on the road.
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08-01-2023, 05:19 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2020
Location: East of Austin, Texas
Trailer: 2021 Escape 5.0 / 2022 F150 SuperCab
Posts: 2,914
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Thanks for the update, sending all positive thoughts and best wishes Jim and Noelia's way.
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08-22-2023, 10:21 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Trailer: E 21 2019 Tow Vehicle: 2019 4Runner Limited
Posts: 740
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Jim Norman Update
I got an encouraging email from Noelia, Jim's wife today. He is back home after a 4-week stay in the hospital. Noelia wrote, "He isn’t ready for prime time yet, but definitely itching to go out and play in the Escape!"
She mentioned in passing that several people have contacted her about looking at an Escape up close and personal. They are not able to do show their 19. Mine's in storage and I have all sorts of scheduling conflicts. That said, one couple in particular is interested in attending the Niagara Wine Escape Rally. I sent Noelia a link to the Thread "Niagara Wine Escape 2023" for distribution to at least one of these couples. If there is a more concise form of info. re: the up and coming Niagara rally please let me know. Thanks.
Jim is still sleeping a lot and hasn’t touched his laptop at all. Perhaps now that he is home and gaining strength day by day, he'll get back on the Escape forum soon.
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08-22-2023, 05:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2022
Location: North Newton, Kansas
Trailer: 2020 E21C
Posts: 199
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Having participated in the Escape forum and owned an Escape for only 18 months I don't know Jim Norman all that well. But I assume he must have superhuman influential powers to be able to wear PJs and a T shirt in a hospital bed. I've NEVER been able to convince hospital personnel to let me wear anything in a hospital room but a dignity robbing gown which is open at the backside.
John
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08-22-2023, 06:20 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Portland, Oregon
Trailer: 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Posts: 11,052
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Thanks for letting us know. I'm glad he's going home. I think recuperating is easier at home (and usually quieter!) and Noelia will make sure he behaves himself
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Donna D.
Ten Forward
2014 Escape 5.0TA
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08-22-2023, 07:48 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2016
Location: Snohomish, Washington
Trailer: 2017 19 foot sold, 2022 21C
Posts: 659
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Telescopist
I got an encouraging email from Noelia, Jim's wife today. He is back home after a 4-week stay in the hospital. Noelia wrote, "He isn’t ready for prime time yet, but definitely itching to go out and play in the Escape!"
She mentioned in passing that several people have contacted her about looking at an Escape up close and personal. They are not able to do show their 19. Mine's in storage and I have all sorts of scheduling conflicts. That said, one couple in particular is interested in attending the Niagara Wine Escape Rally. I sent Noelia a link to the Thread "Niagara Wine Escape 2023" for distribution to at least one of these couples. If there is a more concise form of info. re: the up and coming Niagara rally please let me know. Thanks.
Jim is still sleeping a lot and hasn’t touched his laptop at all. Perhaps now that he is home and gaining strength day by day, he'll get back on the Escape forum soon.
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Thank you so much! I'm glad he is home, best place to be for recovery
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08-22-2023, 08:52 PM
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#15
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Emerson, Manitoba
Trailer: 2016 Escape 5.0TA, 2022 F150 2.7EB
Posts: 1,848
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Thanks Dick for updating us and giving Noelia the Niagara info. We received her email and passed it on to Alf per her request.
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Adrian (and Beth)
We are all travellers in the wilderness of this world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend.
Robert Louis Stevenson
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08-23-2023, 07:34 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Trailer: E 21 2019 Tow Vehicle: 2019 4Runner Limited
Posts: 740
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Quote:
Originally Posted by emers382
Thanks Dick for updating us and giving Noelia the Niagara info. We received her email and passed it on to Alf per her request.
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Thanks back. I tried to PM Alf. It might not have gone through.
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08-23-2023, 07:35 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Trailer: E 21 2019 Tow Vehicle: 2019 4Runner Limited
Posts: 740
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Donna D.
Thanks for letting us know. I'm glad he's going home. I think recuperating is easier at home (and usually quieter!) and Noelia will make sure he behaves himself
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She is a remarkable person.
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