Tim Rogers
The SMS reads: “Tim had a stroke in Oz..”
Once the initial shock settled, there was this unrelenting sensation of deep melancholy – one that I still can’t shake.
Tim is one of those sixty-something original Indo-lifers who came over to the islands in the early 70′s, the first generation of surfers seeking those fabled waves in paradise. I’ve had the privilege of his company through out most of my time here. I’ve shared waves, voyages, soulful guitar jams and remained tight with a kind of spirit that’s getting increasingly rarer these days.
From all the folk here in the islands and beyond, we’re transmitting you maximum energy and wishing a speedy recovery. Whenever you make it back to the promised land – there’s a set wave with your name on it.
Take care brother..
*Top image: Tim at Lances Left – April 2012.
*Bottom image: Tim in Bali (early 70′s).
Sof… I am in mourning…. Timmy is my idol… I can only hope he comes good.. I am planning on surfing with him and all the boys next season on Raja….
He’s a silent fighter Don, reckon he’ll claw his way back… eventually.
I hope your friend finds the strength to heal and be back with you Bear
Cheers Jo…
Just spent 3 days visiting Timmy in Macksville hospital. The stroke he suffered is serious. He is bedridden and needs full 24 hour care. Its a very sad situation and frustrating.Although a bit confused,he can talk and knows whats going on for the most part but the long term outlook is grim. Cant walk, cant really feed himself, The hospital is saying rehabilitation has failed but Tim is saying he wants to prove them wrong. I’m hoping for a miracle.
Thanks Michael… thinking about Timmy a lot… one of the most genuine souls I’ve ever known… plenty of people want him back… I also hope a miracle befalls this quiet achiever..
hey man, just saw this today feb 1, am pretty saddened at this….Tim has been a good friend thru several visits to Bali. i’ve been out of touch for too long. cant access Facebook or my e-mail at Yahoo…been missing everyone in Bali and Indo way too much…and now this…after i just heard about Christian a couple weeks ago… still missing all my friends in Bali, you know who who are
Hey Bun… wondering what happened to you… longtime off-line. You’re missed over here mate; as for the rest… they’ve been falling down lately – some sad stories. Hope times are ok over there…
hey BB,i sure miss Bali and you all, just cant stop thinking about tim. is there any way to get him a message to him and let him know that am wishing him all the best?
Bali misses you too Bun. You can try posting Tim a letter or calling him at the address provided below. As far as I know he’s still residing there and been improving a little bit…
Macksville Hospital
14-22 Boundary Street
Macksville NSW 2447
Australia
Ph. (+61)2 6568 0666
Visiting hours 10am-1pm & 3pm-7pm
This is sad news Sof, I was so hoping to have a surf with Tim again. I will continue to send all the good thoughts his way that I can.
Timmy will surf again…
Best News ever re: Timmy Rogers
Timmy has made and is still making miraculous recovery from his stroke surprising all doctors and hospital staff that more less wrote him off months ago and had him pencilled in for a crappy 24 hour convalescent home.
I spoke with him yesterday ( Sunday June 7th) in the Coffs Harbor rehab unit where he has been over the last weeks. The best news is he is going home to his own house in Nambucca on Wednesday !!! Home !!! Timmy is stoked to say the very least.Its been a long and frustrating time in his life. I was nearly in tears yesterday when finding out this great news. He has proved all hospital staff wrong in their diagnosis. He is now walking without a walker, tossed the cane and is free wheeling as he put it yesterday. He has lost the Timmy speech pause he had and sounds better than he ever has. His mind is clear without doubt. He will still need some in home care for a bit, but he’s already talking about getting back on a surfboard. Maybe now he can switch to being goofyfoot for all the lefts at his real home in Bali where his sights are focused. I will be going up to see him again in a few days time. Looking forward to that knock on his door
Michael Owen
It is miraculous news Michael… spoke to Timmy a couple weeks back and he also shared this inspirational news. These kind of stories affirm that with perseverance and that will to dream.. one can overcome anything. Smiles all around…
Just spending a few days with Timmy at his house. Yesterday Timmy had his 1st comeback to the surf. We paddled out at his home break.He was loving it being back in the salt water.
Best day !! Where do I send the photo ??
Michael
That truly inspirational news Michael, send the photo to: bukitbear.bali@gmail.com – and I’ll post it. Rumour has it Doris might be also be dropping by for a visit… thanks mate