Well Wishing for Philip McCaleb
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Well Wishing for Philip McCaleb
I've just heard that Genuine head honcho Philip McCaleb has been ill and will be undergoing an operation soon—one that may require a lengthy and difficult recovery. If you've had the chance to meet Philip, ride with him at the Genuine Appreciation rides, chat with him at Amerivespa, or even swap emails with him, you know that he sincerely loves the Genuine owners community. He reads MB often and actually listens to what we all have to say. I was surprised when, at the LA Genuine ride, he quietly asked me to be sure to introduce him to specific MBers that he knew by name!
We wouldn't be here, as a community, if not for him and not just because he started Genuine. He (and the company) have quietly supported MB from the start simply by saying, "do what you do; we're paying attention but will never interfere."
So please keep Philip in your thoughts, wish him well, hope and pray (if that's your thing) for his good health and as quick a recovery as possible. I assure you, it will mean a lot to him.
We wouldn't be here, as a community, if not for him and not just because he started Genuine. He (and the company) have quietly supported MB from the start simply by saying, "do what you do; we're paying attention but will never interfere."
So please keep Philip in your thoughts, wish him well, hope and pray (if that's your thing) for his good health and as quick a recovery as possible. I assure you, it will mean a lot to him.
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Phil:
Before Genuine introduced me to 2-wheeling, I was your prototypical suburban, mow-the-lawn, take-the-kids-to-dance-class family man. After 4 years of riding, I've been transformed into a greasy, oil-stained misanthrope, disavowed by my children and shunned by my wife. For this, I will be eternally grateful.
Now, get off your ass and get cracking on that 300 Cruiser.
Before Genuine introduced me to 2-wheeling, I was your prototypical suburban, mow-the-lawn, take-the-kids-to-dance-class family man. After 4 years of riding, I've been transformed into a greasy, oil-stained misanthrope, disavowed by my children and shunned by my wife. For this, I will be eternally grateful.
Now, get off your ass and get cracking on that 300 Cruiser.
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Re: Well Wishing for Philip McCaleb
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We've never met, but this is my favorite person in the scoot world.
He is fully engaged; not just behind the product, but out in front, promoting, listening, correcting, leading with his face and personal presence. There is no anonymnity, no doubt "who" Genuine is, and that's a rare thing in any business.
In dealing with this little health challenge, i have no doubt that that karma will come back to him.
He is fully engaged; not just behind the product, but out in front, promoting, listening, correcting, leading with his face and personal presence. There is no anonymnity, no doubt "who" Genuine is, and that's a rare thing in any business.
In dealing with this little health challenge, i have no doubt that that karma will come back to him.
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Dear Philip, I treated myself to a Buddy for my 50th birthday in January and now I can't imagine life without a scooter. Sorry to hear that you haven't been well and will be undergoing surgery. Best wishes to a speedy and successful recovery and thou will be in my prayers. My Buddh has put a whole lot of joy into my life. Get well soon.
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I've met Phil a few times, it has ALways been a pleasure. I look forward to talking to you again...So get well, God willing see you again this February in Indy!
Some one make sure he has a couple of those toy buddies to play with in the recovery room
Some one make sure he has a couple of those toy buddies to play with in the recovery room
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Philip and Mike
Philip,
Wishing you well.
Pleasure to meet, and share a beverage with you at AV, in Lake Geneva.
Mike G
Wishing you well.
Pleasure to meet, and share a beverage with you at AV, in Lake Geneva.
Mike G
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Well wishes
Phillip- Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. I hope all goes well and you have a speedy recovery. I had to sit out a summer a few years ago with a medical issue and decided then and there to get a scooter so I could have some fun. I got a 09 Buddy 125 and even though I haven't got to ride it as much as I would like to- I have had plenty of fun when I am on it. Take care. God bless.
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Best wishes for a speedy recovery from Team Scooter Trash!
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I spent some time chatting with Phillip in Lake Geneva. He's always been kind and 'genuine' to Kevin & I. He emailed and messaged me when I returned home saying that he enjoyed our chats and wanted to try to visit next time he was in California.
Phillip, please be well and I hope to see you again soon. Perhaps San Diego?
All the best,
Linda & Kevin Quinn
Phillip, please be well and I hope to see you again soon. Perhaps San Diego?
All the best,
Linda & Kevin Quinn
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You're in good hands
Dear Philip,
Hate the fact you have to undergo this surgery tomorrow but just know there are so many people praying for you and keeping you in their thoughts throughout this procedure.
Put the whole thing in God's hands and it will be fine.
Angie
Hate the fact you have to undergo this surgery tomorrow but just know there are so many people praying for you and keeping you in their thoughts throughout this procedure.
Put the whole thing in God's hands and it will be fine.
Angie
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I am troubled to hear of your upcoming operation. I spoke with you briefly at the ride in Atlanta and I am still thankfull for the free meal at the Varsity! You are a great person and the world needs more people such as yourself. I wish you the best of luck and hope to talk/ride with you again! Godspeed Phil!
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Yeah. experienced that firsthand as well.T'Pring wrote:That 125 (engine) 'embarrasses' my LEADER 150.
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