This is a long shot, since the ride was some time ago. I’m looking for some information trying to determine the cause of an accident – medical or mechanical. I’m not trying to blame anybody.

October 31st. Halloween 2008. Probably around 8 PM, on Roscoe, just a block or two east of Western Avenue. Basically, I fell and hit my head, got a head fracture and brain concussion. I don’t have any memory of the first week, and only a vague memory of the week after that when I was in Illinois Masonic Hospital the whole time.

(Note to Kathy: Yes, I now wear a helmet regularly. I’ve learned my lesson.)

Brian took my bike for me, and one of the guys I go to school with came across me but only after my crash. I appreciate all the help – even probably a lot that I don’t remember.

I had a similar occurrence but not as serious about a week ago. I don’t know if it’s a result of the first occurrence, or if both occurrences are from the same problem. I’ve had some other symptoms as well following the Halloween accident.

So if anyone remembers, write me OFF LIST - R-Kastigar@neiu.edu

Thanks.