I lost everything to FIRE,,,,,

[flashed]

Big Orange ,So sorry to hear of your loss ,prayers sent for you and your family. I have a Dale Ernhardt stand-up you can have when youre ready if you want it .

[PanelDeland]

Donnie,I'm so sorry for your loss.I know the sentimental things will be the greatest loss. Replacing the rest is gonna take some time.I know your faith will see you thru so just keep leaning on the Lord and your friends and it will all work out.
On a more practical note,make a list of what you lost,then go back over and over.You never realize how much is there until you move or have to itemize everything.The only good thing is you will get to make changes to fit your needs better.

[CC69Rat]

It's tough to know what to say in times like these, I'm sorry for your loss.

Let me know if I can do anything to help.

[dhaymaker]

Donnie (Big Orange) - I, like many others, wish there was something to say that would make things better. The truth is you are going to deal with this and you'll get past it. It's gratifying to see the outpouring of concern and I am, as always, impressed to see the many offers of help and support. Bless you and your family...it's hard to lose the possessions, but you have the things that matter most, your family, still with you!

[sean1969c10]

So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

[big_al_71]

WOW!!!!!!

I could not imagine what you are going thru...Hang in there it will all work out for the best.

[pat 70/71]

Big orange, We have things like this that happen and it truly is a shame. It was very sad to read your post on the fire. Remember,you still have your family (all that really matters) and you need to know that you can and will rebound and things will be great again! I wish you and yours all the best at this difficult time. Pat

[original-71]

very sorry for the loss of your memories...

[72 Super]

BIG ORANGE, I am so sorry to hear about your shop, trucks, parts and I am sure most importantly your dad's things, I know that has to be really tough to go through. You will always have his memories. Atleast nobody loss their lives or got hurt. Hopefully you and your family can get through these tough times and recover and rebuild. Hope everything works out on your son's truck.

Ray

[rkn463]

Big Orange,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Hang in there and know that we are all here to prop you up.

-Richard

[speedfreak369]

Im very sorry to hear about your loss. I havent never loss anything in a fire but had a little share of it when my girlfriends parants house went up in flames last november. Its a hard time but time cures all pain and good friends and a few prayers.

[Tuff Gong]

The lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

You have allowed me to suffer much hardship, but you will restore me to life again and lift me up from the depths of the earth.
You will restore me to even greater honor and comfort me once again. Psalm 71:20-21

[prostreetC-10]

Originally Posted by Brian Atkinson

The lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

You have allowed me to suffer much hardship, but you will restore me to life again and lift me up from the depths of the earth.
You will restore me to even greater honor and comfort me once again. Psalm 71:20-21

[BIG ORANGE]

Originally Posted by Brian Atkinson

The lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

You have allowed me to suffer much hardship, but you will restore me to life again and lift me up from the depths of the earth.
You will restore me to even greater honor and comfort me once again. Psalm 71:20-21

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

[Fantom]

That's a great testimony.

[TobyArnot]

Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

Hey man, never be afraid to witness for the Lord. Too many people seem shy, even ashamed of their faith. I have overcome what seemed like major hurdles in my life. Looking back, most were just bumps in the road. Two things I always try to remember.
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When the Lord closes one door, He will open others.
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God never puts more on you than He gives you the strength to deal with.
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Hang tough Donnie. You are loved and respected more than you know.

[19Hoosierdaddies68]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

You brought me to tears my friend! I too have gone through failed relationships and luckily turned to God for support through the bad times. You and your faith are an inspiration, never be ashamed of that. Hang in there, this might just have been Gods way of saying you need a freash clean start, new shop, new friends, new life! I am almost happy for you because I feel you are in good hands.

[pat 70/71]

Donnie, You have a well deserved clean slate. Your post inspired me and showed me that you will be fine. I wish you and yours all the best! cheers, Pat

[DaBigKahuna]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

Awesome Testimony! Welcome back!

[rkn463]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

Donnie, God bless you for sharing your testimony. He is always there to welcome us back with open arms.

-Richard

[72 Super]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

Donnie,

God is always there for us although most of the time we don't really know how. It is situations like this that we finally see though. We all wish you and your son all the best from here on. God Bless you and your family.

Ray

[stomper]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

...next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out ...
Donnie Snipes

^^^This is where I started to feel a lump in my throat. Men need to be around other men doing GOOD things - brotherhood, ministry, fellowship. Whatever you want to call it. I used to attend a men's group. Reading this may inspire me to return to it. Sounds like you're on the right path. Here's praying for you.

All the things you're hearing that sound stupid now like "It happened for a reason" or "It will get better." are true. God has a plan.

[69C-owner]

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

I wasnt gonna go here in this matter but after reading all the replies and being moved by the out pouring of suport in so many different ways I must tell this lenthy story:
Back in the winter of 2003 I walk away from my faith, I went back to my old ways of sin. In 2007 I went through a divorce and in 2009 I met a lady that I thought was the love of my life. 2 1/2 yrs later that relationship ended at my request. Many months before the end of the relationship I was out cutting grass and talking to God, I ask him how would I ever make it back to the cross? I was in a sinfull relationship with a lady(not married) and I spent alot of time in my shop drinking and doing other things that I'm ashamed to say (sin) I loved my shop but not only was it where I built alot of trucks it was a place to drink alot and do other thing's! Well Dec. 4th my relationship ended and she moved out and just acouple weeks ago my shop burned to the ground while I was at work and my son was at school. And where am I going with this? Well let me wrap it up for you,,,,,
I found my self without any excusses now but I also found myself very lost and empty with out direction. I started talking to God again, well last Sat nite I got my cell number changed cause I wanted stop some of my past from contacting me, I sent my new number to a biker friend of mine that goes to a biker church. Sunday morning he replied that he got my new number and was praying for me and would like to invite me to church that morning! Well I took a look at what all was going on with me aswell as my son 17, so I ask my son if he wanted to go and he said YES that we needed that! I was supper supprised at that comment, so we got ready and went to the biker church where we were met with open arm,s! As the feller was doing announcements and taking prayer request I raised my hand and begin to ask for help in the form of prayer for myson and I, well after I started speaking I just broke down and began to weep and the next thing I new I found myself down in the floor crying out to God for forgiveness and I felt all these hands on my back and head alot of voice's crying out to God to bless me and my son also! After what seemed a life time but was only moments I arose to my feet and turn around and there was my son right behind me in the same shape as I was earlier and he to had ask God to forgive him also!!
Things happen for a reason! I stuggeled with posting this cause I know we all have different belives and I tottally respect all of your's but after reading alot of what my brother's here were saying in the post I felt lead to open up from my personal life and share! I hope this helps someone,s that out there and in pain from living the life that I was before all this.
I'm taking things 1 day at a time.
Sorry so long!
God bless
Donnie Snipes

Donnie I have never talked with you on here and I hate that reading this thread is how I've come to know you but this post I'm quoting brought me almost to tears, I know the pain u feel of past sin. I was homeless, smoking pot, dating a piece of trash to put it nicely and had a made up hatred of my parents who were begging me to come home while the supposed girlfriend was living in a dormroom going to a nice warm bed every night. It took time and lots of mistreatment and alot of pure love from family, well all of that and getting sober to see that I was slowly killing myself and all the relationships i had built. Before i came to the realization i had to begin my life again i had almost taken my life, all because of the life i chose and the mindset that came with it but slowly thru friends family the beautiful women im engaged to now and simple small things in every day life i found my new life and god. Well I guess thats the short of it, plz call me at 423 505 9291, I have no spare parts to offer that I can think of but i would like to have a conversation with you and if u ever pass thru the chattanooga area know that you have a free 24/7 roadside assistance board member waiting to help
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[R.L.]

Damn. I'm sorry.

[BIG ORANGE]

Well guy's not much to update, it's been 3 weeks and the only thing I've seen or heard from the insurance company is that a adjuster came out last Mon, to look at the remains of what used to be a shop, my agent talls me to relaxes that there going through the process and that everything will be fine and to not worry! On a good note Mr King the shop owner where my son's truck is at, has made room in his own carport to keep Buck's truck out of the wheather. Also thanks to the love of the truck forum's member's the parts that where to finish out his truck are comming in daily. I went over to Mr King's shop w Buck yesterday and have a complete list of what is left of what was destroyed in fire.
God is still blessing and lives are being changed through this fire, it has really blowed my mind............
I will post that list on the parts section of the board,
Thanks again
Donnie/Buck