Please think of me | FerrariChat

Please think of me

Discussion in 'Other Off Topic Forum' started by Hipporacer, Aug 31, 2021.

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, Skimlinks, and others.

  1. Hipporacer

    Hipporacer Karting

    Jun 26, 2021
    53
    Springfield IL
    Full Name:
    Julia M Stapleton
    #1 Hipporacer, Aug 31, 2021
    I only post this on the Ferrari Forum because my goal in life was always to buy a Ferrari before my dad passed. When I was little, I used to play the Need for Speed games. I knew nothing about cars other than I liked the red ones. I was driving a ferrari one day while my dad was watching. I remember him saying, "wow thats a Ferrari! Those are the best cars." And it was at that point I fell in love with the brand. About 6 months ago, at the age of 30, I bought a Ferrari Testarossa, 1987. Its three years older than me, but its my dream car. Im just an RN, but I worked hard and saved. I was able to give my dad three rides in it. He was so proud of me. On August 29th, he suffered a major heart attack and died. Im asking anyone who sees this to send positive vibes or prayers my way. I wish he could have rode with me more. I plan on keeping his ashes in my glove box.
     
    Matt LaMotte, jimshadow, Isobel and 23 others like this.
  2. FerrariCognoscenti

    FerrariCognoscenti Formula 3

    Jan 19, 2021
    2,429
    East Coast
    #2 FerrariCognoscenti, Sep 8, 2021
    Hi there. That’s an amazing story and I am so glad you were able to purchase the Testarossa, an unbelievable car with Enzo’s fingerprints on it. And I am so happy that your dad had the opportunity to ride in it with you. You deserve that Ferrari and should be very proud of how hard you worked and I know your father is very proud of you as well. Best wishes to you and your family.

    My father recently suffered several strokes and it was the RN’s at the hospital who were so compassionate and caring that made all the difference. Thank you for choosing the noblest of professions and for being an RN and for the work you do each and everyday. If you are ever in the Washington DC area feel free to reach out and send me a PM.


    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
     
    Isobel, Texas Forever and VAF84 like this.
  3. legendd

    legendd Karting

    Jun 25, 2011
    187
    Dallas, TX
    Full Name:
    Moshe levy
    #3 legendd, Sep 24, 2021
    As a Dad, reading your post, made me proud of you.
    He raised you well and you are lucky to have experienced him.
    God bless you and may he rest in peace


    Sent from my iPad using FerrariChat.com mobile app
     
    Texas Forever, NYC Fred and tonyc like this.
  4. paulchua

    paulchua Cat Herder
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Jul 1, 2013
    16,094
    Menlo Park, CA
    Full Name:
    Paul Chua
    #4 paulchua, Sep 25, 2021
    God bless you and thank you for sharing your story. May he rest in peace.
     
    Texas Forever likes this.
  5. Ak Jim

    Ak Jim F1 Veteran
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Dec 23, 2007
    8,498
    North Pole AK
    #5 Ak Jim, Dec 10, 2021
    Great story, thanks for sharing. Very sorry for your loss.
     
    Isobel and Texas Forever like this.
  6. alex

    alex Formula Junior
    Silver Subscribed

    Dec 19, 2003
    675
    Crystal Lake, Illinois
    Full Name:
    Alex
    #6 alex, Dec 11, 2021
    So sorry for your loss but the memories are something you can keep forever! Holidays are hard; be gentle with yourself!
     
    Texas Forever likes this.
  7. NYC Fred

    NYC Fred F1 Veteran
    Silver Subscribed

    Sep 28, 2010
    9,710
    Fort Lauderdale, FL
    Full Name:
    Fred C
    #7 NYC Fred, Dec 13, 2021
    Your dad got more rides in a Testarossa than most of us have, me included.
    Good for him to see your success. Good for you to be able to share it with him.
    I'm sorry for your loss, but IMO, (as a dad), you scored a home run with yours.
    Keep the good memory close.
     
    Texas Forever likes this.
  8. ttforcefed

    ttforcefed F1 World Champ
    Rossa Subscribed

    Aug 22, 2002
    18,876
    #8 ttforcefed, Dec 22, 2021
    this is awesome. pics of the car? congrats and what an honor to your dad!
     
    Texas Forever likes this.
  9. bernieb

    bernieb Karting

    Apr 16, 2007
    190
    Alberta Canada
    Full Name:
    Bernard J Bonertz
    #9 bernieb, Jan 8, 2022
    Your dad was a lucky guy too...and most certainly he knew it!
     

Share This Page