Comments on the fundraiser for Thomcat's scooter

[ThomCat]

I'm in awe of all of you. :cry:

Priyanka let me know a few days ago that she wanted to do this, and told me that she needed a picture of the scooter. So I spent yesterday test driving scooters.

It turns out that I can't use most scooters. They have a control that you have to keep pressed with your thumbs to go forward or in reverse, and I've lost most of the use of my thumbs. I found exactly two models that have finger controls instead. Of those two scooters, one had lights on it and the other didn't. I'm certain to be using my scooter outdoors at night, so I picked the one with the lights. I gave the image of that scooter to Priyanka yesterday, and today she posted the fundraising request.

I am so thinkful to Priyanka for doing this. I hate needing help, but love the people who offer it.

There have been a bunch of these fundraisers here at DU over the years. I've been generous whenever I could and helped other people. A few times I've quietly helped a DUer even when there wasn't a fundraiser. It's a big surprise being on the other side, being the person who's receiving the help.

I couldn't check DU today, but I was able to check my e-mail account, and by the time I left work I had 40 notices from paypal.

I'm seeing $10 and $20 donations and I'm near tears. Thank you so much! When Priyanka told me she was going to do this I kept my expectations low. Everyone gets hurt when the economy is this bad. We've all been hit pretty hard. But so many of you are giving a little bit anyway, and those little bits add up.

I've been very limited in my ability to get out of the house. I've had to stop going to stores and stop going out around the city. Now, with your help, I'm going to able to get around again.

:grouphug:

(I've posted this both in GD and here in the lounge)

[Rabrrrrrr]

1. Hey, you're an awesome kind of dude, and deserve some goodness in your life!

And, I mean - come on - guys who can wear red pajamas like you? The rest of us should give you everything we own and spend our lives singing your praises.

:7

I hope enough is raised to get you a scooter, and more!!

:thumbsup:

[Fleshdancer]

3. I agree

You won us over with the red jammies. :D

[ThomCat]

5. I'll definitely have to wear those at more DU meetups!

:P

Now we just need some DU slumberparties!

[lizziegrace]

15. Here ya go!

[ThomCat]

4. At the very least, the scooter will be subsidized.

I need to get it, even if I have to run up some debt to do it. Now I'll incur less debt. That means a hell of a lot. :hug:

Thank you so much!

[hisownpetard]

107. Love you, Thom! I am so grateful to lioness for making it possible, and I'm sure

that everyone else who has a hand in it are, as well.

Often the desire to do something is there, but we don't know how to go about it.
She solved that problem, for which I thank her so much.

Can't wait to see you tooling around in that hot-rod, dude!!!!!!!

Susan

[SallyMander]

2. We lurves you TC!

:hi:


:loveya:


(and lioness is an angel, that's for sure!)


Edit - we just donated and i want you to get one with racing stripes! :D

[ThomCat]

6. I lurves you (and now IzaSparrow) too!

:hug:

And, yes, LionessPriyanka is an absolute Angel! :loveya:

I've had lots of feedback from people insisting that I need a sidecar and racing stripes. I can't wait to see what this ends up looking like! :P

[IzaSparrow]

69. Can we put a system in it? You gotta roll with a beat!

:bounce: :bounce:

[ThomCat]

73. I hope so! I can't live without music.

:7

[NightWatcher]

7. we'll get your wheels for ya

it's up to you to pimp it out with a DU bumper sticker

[ThomCat]

28. Not just a DU sticker

(that's a given)

According to some DUers, it also needs to have flames on it, and it needs a sidecar. :P

[Starbucks Anarchist]

8. Hey.

:hug:

Just saw the link. I get paid next week, so I'll be able to chip in then. :hi:

[ThomCat]

29. Hey, I have a question for you.

So I'm going to send you a PM later after I've responded to some more posts. :)

:hug:

[lost-in-nj]

9. You know I love you....

I have to mail mine.....
paypal wasn't cooperating....


its all wrapped up in an envelope and will be mailed tomorrow

:hug: :hug: :hug:
sweetie tonight sucks for me
but I look at you and my trouble is nothing........
you are so strong.... so wonderful




lost

[ThomCat]

32. Hi Lost!

We're strong together. :hug:

Thank you so much. This help really means a lot to me. :)

[1gobluedem]

10. Always glad to help a fellow DUer

There are some pretty amazing people here.

[ThomCat]

33. Thank you very much!

There really are a lot of amazing people here. :grouphug:

[SPKrazy]

11. Man, you are an awesome guy Thom

I've never met you but I feel it, and the reaction that people have to meeting you etc.

:hug: :hug:

[ThomCat]

35. I love meeting DUers.

And I've always had a wonderful time with them. :7

I wish I could travel. There's a long list of people I want to visit and meet. :grouphug:

[SPKrazy]

79. i've only met one

and i love her dearly

[GoddessOfGuinness]

12. Love you ThomCat...

:hug::hug::hug:

[ThomCat]

36. And I love you right back!

:hug:

You're absolutely friggin Awesome! :loveya:

[lightningandsnow]

13. You're awesome!

I couldn't donate myslef (I'm 16 and i don't have a paypal account or credit card), but I'm so happy you got all those donations. Best of luck to you.

[ThomCat]

37. You're a cool, awesome person

especially for a teen. :hug:

When you're older you'll help people and people will help you. That's what we do. :)

[hisownpetard]

106. You did donate!

Aspie Grrl, I donated on your behalf because I saw your post and knew you wanted to be a part of this.
Also on the other posts I saw, at the time, where they said they wanted to but weren't able to (I wrote in the names
of Cabcere, Sugar Smack and you).

I hope you don't mind that I took that liberty.:pals:

[lightningandsnow]

111. That is so sweet of you!

:hug:

Of course I don't mind... that's wonderful!

[hisownpetard]

112. Well, I think it's awesome that someone your age is in tune enough with politics

to be a member of DU. Good for you!! At your age, I was totally clueless.

We need people like you!!
And I was happy to do it, really.

I hope to meet Thom some day and hitch a ride on his new wheels...


:pals: :headbang: :yourock:

[flvegan]

14. Your scooter will have a pleather seat, right?

*vegan police checking in*

I think pri is just making up for trying to kill you not so long ago. j/k

You gotta put a DU bumpah-stickah on that scootah when you score it. And you know it'll happen. DUers can be amazing.

[ThomCat]

39. There is absolutely no leather anywhere. I checked!

It's all artificial substances from handlebar to bumper. :P

I think I'll end up starting a flamewar if I go for the candy-apple red instead of the "viper blue." :)

[China_cat]

91. The instruction book you get with it

with warn you not to use any kind of leather polish on the seat as it makes it 'dangerously slippery'. (I got the material seat. Very comfy)

Oh, and your model comes from the same place mine did. While they don't have it on their web site, the Pride folks DO make other types of controls for the scooters and you just need to talk to them directly to let them know what you need. They're good people to work with. (I have a Legend) Take time to join their bbs system, too. Lots of tips, tricks and others using the same equipment as well as people from the company itself.

[ikojo]

Go for red...

It's the racing color!

[Ellen Forradalom]

16. Thom, you're a mensch

And it's criminal that you can't get what you need to simply live from those charged to assure that happens.

All we ask is that you post a pic of the first Republican you mow down with your scooter.

[ThomCat]

40. It's a deal!

It's a standing joke in NYC that the tourists are always getting in the way of the people who live here. I'll find people who seem like fundies from a red state. :P

And, Thank you! :hug:
My ex-gf still calls me that all the time. She refers to us together as "the mensch and the wench." :P

[China_cat]

92. Look for street preachers

I ran over one, once. It was very satisfying.

[Ptah]

17. Link to lionesspriyanka's thread.

Let’s come together as a community and help a fellow Du’er

:grouphug:

[ThomCat]

43. Everytime I look at that thread I choke up.

Wow. I can't believe the responses. :cry:

[Haole Girl]

18. You deserve it, Thom!

I'm angry that we have such horrible health insurance companies

that they often - quite often - don't take care of their

clients/patients the way they should.

I hope you can get your scooter soon, Thom. :hug:


p.s., Here is the original link, for the fund raiser, in case anybody missed it:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=389&topic_id=2689222&mesg_id=2689222

[DarkTirade]

19. I almost missed it... but for SOME strange reason, people keep kicking it to the top. :)

I can't imagine why... :)

[ThomCat]

44. Hi KC2!

I'm angry on a daily basis at how badly our medical system is in this country. And I'm very very glad that I have such good doctors. Without their help I'd have no chance of navigating the system and getting the care I've received.

I wish everyone could have such good doctors, and I wish the system worked for people instead of against us. :(

:hug:

[musette_sf]

20. xoxoxoxo

we love you
:grouphug: :loveya:

[ThomCat]

45. I can tell!

:cry:

:grouphug:

:hi:

[Steven_S]

21. Maybe you and I can have a scooter race some day...

From the looks of it you should be able to get this thing pretty soon.
:)

[ThomCat]

46. Hell, Yeah!

I'll meet you at Union Square Park and we'll do laps! :P

:hi:

[Steven_S]

72. That's where I'll be spending some time...

At Beth-Israel in Union Sq. I'll be a regular at the ALS clinic soon.

[RetroLounge]

22. You deserve this, Thom...

and since there's no sidecar, I'll be riding on your lap!



:hug:

RL

[lizziegrace]

23. Bless you

for posting the back view...

:evilgrin:



:hug:

[VenusRising]

27. Kind of like this...

:hi::hug:

[ThomCat]

47. Or else I'll be riding in yours!

But either way, we're both going to get quite a ride. :P

[Arkansas Granny]

103. Whew! I was afraid to scroll down in case those red jammies

sported a drop seat.

:hi:

[VenusRising]

24. You're awesome, sweetie!

If you're determined to keep going, we're determined to help you do that.

:hug::loveya:

[ThomCat]

48. Thank you so much!

I promise to keep being a stuborn bastard! :P

:hug:

[VenusRising]

52. That's all we ask.

:P

[LynzM]

Love and hugs to you, Thom....

I'm glad to be able to help in a tangible way. :hug:

[ThomCat]

49. Hi LynzM!

You and Zornhau often help me by making me smile and laugh. You're both awesome people. :hug:

Thank you so much!

[DarkTirade]

25. I think I'm willing to give up donuts and junk food for a week for a good cause...

Oh, and I donated a little money too.

The giving up donuts and junk food is just me tryin' to lose some weight. :)

[ThomCat]

50. That scooter is raited for up to 350 lbs.

As long as the two of us combined come in under that weight we're ready for the drive-in. :P

:hi:

[DarkTirade]

64. I'm kinda ashamed to admit how much I weigh right now... :P

although thanks to the warehouse job I had, most... er... a good portion... err... okay, SOME of it's muscle. :)

[Zornhau]

26. Thom, I hate that we have to do this

you deserve the best care in the world and it's a crime that you don't have it. You've been such a good friend to so many of us here, now it's our turn. :grouphug:

[ThomCat]

51. Thank you, Zornhau!

:hug:
There are a lot of good friends here. I've been very glad to help people, and now I'm overwhelmed by the help I'm getting back. :cry:

[huskerlaw]

30. I'm happy to help, Thom

you're one of the kindest, most caring people on DU and you deserve to have anything that will make your life easier.

We know you'd be there to help any of us, so the least we can do is be there for you!

:hug:

[ThomCat]

53. I love you, Huskerlaw!

:hug:

Thank you so much! I'll definitely try to live up to those wonderful words. :)

[Fire Walk With Me]

31. Rock on, Thom.

:hug:

[ThomCat]

54. Absolutely!

With your help, I'm doing exactly that! :yourock:

[quip]

34. This simply is what life is about.

:hug:

[ThomCat]

55. It's a shame that even people with insurance need help.

:(

But it's awe inspiring that people step up. :grouphug:

[KitchenWitch]

38. Thom, I wish I could give something toward this effort right now

:hug:

Things here are just crazy tight right now. I feel really bad that I can only kick the threads and hope that others are not as strapped as I am right now.

[ThomCat]

56. You're wonderful, KitchenWitch!

We each help when we can, where we can. :)

Your good thoughts and your kindness mean a hell of a lot. :hug:

[av8rdave]

41. Hope you have the needed funds soon!

I am a paypal moron. Do I need an account there to contribute?

[ThomCat]

57. Thank you!

I'm refusing to set goals. That just seems like it would be arrogant of me. So I'm appreciating whatever amount comes in to help. :hug:

I think you do need a paypal account. I'm not an expert. Some people have spoken to Priyanka about alternatives, but I don't know those details. :(

[av8rdave]

59. I'll get that checked out.

If I need your e-mail to do it, send in via PM when you get the chance!

[zabet]

42. You amaze me.

Your ability to stay so upbeat
even when in pain. I salute your
inner strength.
I really think you need a mad
electrician with some capacitors
and such to soup it up so it will
smoke the tires.
:D

[ThomCat]

58. That beast can hit 6 miles per hour!

That may not seem like a lot, but wait until you see it go! :P

:hi:
Thank you! I tend to think I get by on sheer stubornness, and I try hard not to ever take my pain out on anyone else. :)

[ghostsofgiants]

60. I really wish I could afford to donate.

But with the generosity of a lot of the people around here, you'll be rocking that scooter before you know it, I'm sure.

Kudos to Priyanka for doing this. When she told me about it (I was going to try to help her with the technical aspects of the PayPal donation button, but school kept me too busy) I thought it was a great idea.

[ThomCat]

62. You're a poor starving college student.

These things are understood. :hug:

I'm absolutely floored! This whole thing has me amazed. Priyanka is really amazingly awesome. :)

[Fire Walk With Me]

65. "Priyanka is really amazingly awesome."

This much is true!

[FloridaJudy]

61. Sorry I couldn't give more

But this morning my mechanic gave me the news that's it's going to cost over $1500 to get my car running again. Since that's about what I paid for it four years ago, I'm probably going to need a new set of wheels.

Any hints on how to find a reliable used car over the Internets would be greatly appreciated!

[ThomCat]

63. I wish I could help you right back.

Living in NYC, cars are a bit of a mystery. :(

Thank you so much for your help. You're stretched thin and you still send me something. That amazes me and makes me feel a bit guilty at the same time. Thank you so much. :hug:

[FloridaJudy]

66. Nah. My financial woes are temporary

As soon as I get back to work, I'll be fine. Fortunately, nursing jobs are pretty recession-proof.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

67. My dear ThomCat...

I am going to help out, but I want to send a check, and to that end, I will need an address to send it to, and how to make it out...

I prefer not dealing with Paypal...

Anything to help you, sweetie!

You are an awesome guy, and I love ya!

:loveya: :hug: :loveya:

[ThomCat]

74. Hi Peggy!

Priyanka is handling checks from people who want to send paper. :)

I'll drop her a PM to contact you. :hug:

Thank you, thank you, thank you! :loveya:

[CaliforniaPeggy]

76. Thank YOU!

I am more than happy to help, sweetie!

And I already PM'd her....

You are special to so many of us...:loveya: :hug:

[buzzard]

82. Ditto Peggy let me know of an address. I am pretty quiet here but observe daily.n/t

[CaliforniaPeggy]

85. My dear buzzard...

I'll be happy to pass it along once I get it!

:hi:

[GardeningGal]

68. I don't post a lot so you probably don't know me very well.

But, I've always been in awe of how you cope with what life has dealt. I gave what I could, hope you get all you need.

[ThomCat]

75. Hi GardeningGal!

Thank you so very much! :hug:

Some awesome people only post here occassionally. Not everyone is as proficient at wasting time as those of us with high post counts. :P

:hi:

[A HERETIC I AM]

70. Drive that puppy down here to Fort Myers, and I'll help ya put a bigger cog on it!

Up the final drive ratio and give it some REAL top speed!

Thom, I don't know ya, I don't post in the lounge too much but I was happy to help.

[ThomCat]

77. I've seen you on science and athiesm threads, I think.

:)

When I test drove it, I found out how fast 6 miles per hour could be. I think I'd be an absolute hazard if I moved any faster. :P

But I'd be happy to come down and see Fort Myers. I've never been there.

[From The Ashes]

71. I kicked in a bit too...

You're one of the good ones, Thom...and I loves ya! :loveya::hug:

[ThomCat]

78. Hi FTA!

:hug:

I can't thank you enough. :loveya:

Someday I'll get a picture of me with you, and we'll have a wonderful time! :)

[Missy Vixen]

80. ThomCat

My mom had RA. Let's just say that those who have this disease are going to Heaven, because they've already been through Hell.

We can't afford a bunch, but as someone else said, I can go without junk food for a little while so you can get around. (Think how healthy I'll be!)

:hi:
Julie

[ThomCat]

81. Hi Julie!

I miss you! Can you believe that it's been YEARS already since I got to meet you and we hung out? :wow:

:hug:
Thank you very much.

[emilyg]

83. Love to you.

[ThomCat]

113. Thank you very much!

I hope that love comes back to you many times. :loveya:

[texanwitch]

84. I would like to send a little money.

Where do I send it to.

[Omphaloskepsis]

94. This link should work..

http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=[e-mail]&item_name=An%20Electric%20Scooter%20for%20ThomCat%20&no_shipping=0&tax=0%A4cy_code=USD

You don't need a PayPal account.. You can enter in info like you would when you buy anything online.

[ThomCat]

114. Thank you very much, Texanwitch!

I hope your caring and generousity come back to you threefold. :hug:

[Whisp]

86. You are one of my favourite people here, Thomcat.

I am so glad that you are getting some help.
I wish I could assist but can't right now.

but I send you admiration and love.
and respect.

:)

[ThomCat]

115. That means a lot!

:hug:

Thank you very much! :yourock:

[Parche]

87. Hey Thomcat

:hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

I will see what i can do...............for you :hug: :hug: :hi:

[ThomCat]

116. You are a good person.

:hug:

:hi:

I hope you are well. And if you ever need help, I hope we're here for you too.

[Connonym]

88. Sweetie Thomcat

I wish I could have done more because you are one of the dearest, kindest people on DU. I hope the little bits add up to enough because you deserve this and I really think we should go break the kneecaps of the asses at your insurance company. :hug: Will you post a picture once you've got your ride and get it all pimped out? (can you call DU bumper stickers pimping a ride?)

[ThomCat]

117. HI Connonym!

The little bits definitely added up. We don't have a total yet, but we know we've covered the cost of the scooter! :woohoo:

I'm going to run a poll to help name the scooter. And I'll be taking any practical suggestions on how to "pimp my ride." :)

Yes, I will absolutely post some pictures.

:hug:

[Connonym]

151. I think you should definitely call it Jerry because Tom is always riding on Jerry

ok, that's pretty lame but...it's all I got. I'm so glad there's enough! Can't wait to see the pix

[MissHoneychurch]

89. I hope you get the scooter you need

with the help of DU. It shows again, that people still do care and are willing to help.

When I met you two years ago I was in awe at your strength and your love of life. You made quite an impression on me.

:loveya: ThomCat.

[ThomCat]

118. You make a wonderful impression too!

I really hope I get to meet you again somewhere. :hug:

I'm so glad you came on a tour of the US. I wish we could all travel more to meet each other.

[Guava Jelly]

90. dude

just :hug:
Du'ers fucking rock Period.

[ThomCat]

119. Yes, and you're one of those DUers who fucking Rocks.

:hug:

[Omphaloskepsis]

93. I dropped some cash your way..

Post some pics when you get your new wheels.

[ThomCat]

120. Thank you very much! I definitely will!

I'm going let DUers name the scooter too. That's only appropriate given that DUers have purchased it. :)

:hug:

[Callalily]

95. In no time you'll

be more mobile again! Hope my small contribution helps!

:hug:

[ThomCat]

122. Hi SF! It definitely did.

I am amazed at how much money was raised. I'm going to be sending out a whole lot of thank-you cards. Those small contributions added up, and now I'm getting a scooter. :cry:

:hug:

[Bunny]

96. Love ya, Thom!

I know you'll be cruising in your scooter in no time. Who's going to pimp your scooter for you? And will it have a sidecar? :D

[ThomCat]

123. I keep getting requests for a sidecar.

Everyone wants a ride! I haven't found one yet, but I'm looking. :7

:hug:

[Rising Phoenix]

97. Love you Thom

no one deserves it more :hug:

[ThomCat]

124. Hi Rising Pheonix!

I hope to hear about more good things happening to you too. We all deserve good things, including you! :hug:

[Philosoraptor]

98. I couldn't live without mine, you'll love it. DU has some WONDERFUL people huh?

I love to see true charity in action, and I am happy its for you Tom, you're a good guy and you deserve it.

Funny how things all work out sometimes ain't it?

I hope you get to feelin' better soon bro.

[ThomCat]

125. Hi Philosoraptor!

Yes, DU definitely has some wonderful people! :grouphug:

It's not just funny how things work out, it's awe inspiring.

[BarenakedLady]

99. Anything for you Thom!

:hug: :loveya: :pals:

[ThomCat]

126. Thank you so much, BNL!

:hug:

:yourock:
This means a lot of me. I can't believe how you're all doing for me.

[SacredCow]

100. It's the way it should be....

Despite all of the bickering that goes on around here, I think that most DUers realize that there is a real person behind the handle (heck, lots of you have met each other- unfortunately, I've not had that opportunity ;( ).

And when a group can come together to address the needs of one of its own- well, it's just a beautiful thing. All my best to you, ThomCat- I hope this is a big help to you!

[ThomCat]

127. I hope you can join us at a big meet-up at some point.

You would have a wonderful time. I'd love to meet you! :hug:

[MissMillie]

101. I had said before, when you told us you were denied

that I'd be happy to chip in....


where's the link to show me how to do that?

[ThomCat]

128. Hi MissMillie!

:hi:

:hug:
Whether or not you found that link, you're awesome. I am so upset that I didn't get to meet you in Ohio. :(

:loveya:

[LynneSin]

102. So can we call the "Pimp my Ride" people and have your scooter Pimped out?

I think we should have flames painted down the side that have "Republican Crusher" written in them.

Of course we'd have to find a way to add about 2000 amps of power for the stereo system and at least 6 TV screens.

Finally - gotta have the 21 inch high end tires with the Spinner Rims.

OK perhaps we'll just make sure you have a DU bumper sticker for in the back.

Glad we were able to help!

[ThomCat]

129. They really, truly go overboard on that show.

:rofl:

I'd love to have a small sound system and some flames on mine. :P

I have to find someone who has a DU bumpersticker lying around. I didn't keep mine. This scooter absolutely has to have one. DUers are buying this scooter, so DU is going to get the credit for it.
:)

[BlueIris]

104. Instant karmic payback is great, isn't it, ThomCat?

I can't send money, but I'm sending psychic energy to this project.

[ThomCat]

130. Hi BlueIris!

You've done that for me before and I really, truly appreciate it. :hug:

It's wonderful when good things happen. And I will try to help make sure more good things happen. :)

It's times like this I miss being able to do volunteer work the most. I used to be able to do so much more. But I'll definitely keep doing what I can.

[WolverineDG]

105. I couldn't send you much

but I couldn't NOT send you something. I lurves you ThomCat. :loveya:

Here's hoping there's enough $ by tonight to get you a scooter by Friday!

:hug:

dg

[ThomCat]

131. Hi DG!

We hit the total! :woohoo:

Thank you so very much! :hug:

I hope you come back up this way at some point. I'd love to hang out with you some more. You really are wondeful! :loveya:

[WolverineDG]

139. woohoo!

You'll be cruisin' in style this weekend! :woohoo: :woohoo:

dg

[Greyskye]

108. A bit more

Just made a small donation - don't forget the super magnets on the bottom to change the street signals! :evilgrin:

[ThomCat]

132. Thank you, Greyskye!

Do those magnets really work? :P

That would really fuck with things in Manhattan. :rofl:

[Greyskye]

135. According to that website

and video that I linked to a while back (in the Pimp Your Ride thread) they do. Hook 'em up and let us know, eh? :hi:

[grace0418]

109. I tried to donate but my stupid office blocks paypal.

Then I saw that you have the amount you need so the thread was locked. Can we still donate for those racing stripes? I'll have to do it from home.

[ThomCat]

134. Hi, Grace.

Thank you so very much for trying! You're part of the momentum that just bought me a scooter! I am still bouncing over this! :hug:

I'm definitely going to find a way to get some customization, and I'll post pictures as soon as I can. :)

[Trailrider1951]

110. Hi, ThomCat! You don't know me, but I

donated anyway just to show y'all n'yawkers that Texas is not just home to failed cowboys!!!! Enjoy your new mobility, buddy, and keep preachin' that liberal gospel! :toast:

[ThomCat]

136. Thank you, Trailrider!

I'm very glad to meet you! :pals:

I hope your generousity and good heart comes back to reward you many times. :)

[Chovexani]

121. We love you Thom

:hug:

[ThomCat]

137. Thank you, Chovexani!

:hug:
You are a wonderful, awesome person, and I wish you were still in NYC! :yourock:

[Chovexani]

143. I wish I was too

I think I'm coming back next year, if things go well.

[ThomCat]

144. Woo Hoo!

I hope so! :7

[Chovexani]

150. We can hang out properly then.

I'm sorry I haven't gotten back to you on the roleplaying stuff. Work just got insanely busy all of a sudden because a co-worker had a stroke and I'm taking care of her students while she's out on disability. My weekends have consisted of me pretty much sleeping.

[ThomCat]

152. That's definitely not a problem.

I figured you were either busy or not interested. It's a game. :)

I hope you're not too stressed or overworked. :hug:

[racaulk]

133. I'm sorry that I missed the fundraiser.

But I'm glad to hear that you got your scooter and that you'll be able to get around OK again. It warms my heart to know that this worked out for you!

:hug:

[ThomCat]

138. Hi, Recaulk!

I did not expect nearly this response. I don't think Priyanka did either. She mentioned keeping this fundraiser open for a week, and here we are closing it after less than 24 hours!

Wow!

DUers are wonderful people! Including you. :hug:

[AlCzervik]

140. You're a good person TC and you deserve to have mobility and your ins. company to deny that

one thing, that one basic thing is disgusting.

[ThomCat]

145. I got a letter from them saying that they received my appeal

and that they'll give me a decision within 60 days. Unfortunately, the concensus is that under current rules, it'll get rejected again.

I can't tell you how much I appreciate DUers. If I had to wait two months only to get rejected again I'd be stuck at home and very angry about it. The entire Insurance Industry is criminal. :(

Thank you very much for your help, and your kindness. :hug:

[malta blue]

141. Hey Thom...

I got back from a funeral to see that :wow:, Pri started something amazing for you. I am so happy for you. I see the threads are closed, but I hope I get to see you in that scooter very soon.

:hug::hug::hug:

[ThomCat]

146. I hope so too!

:hug:

:hi:

[sazemisery]

142. I am so proud of DU and the people that inhabit it.

We may bicker and whine and sometimes bitch but when one of us is down, you can guarantee that they will never be out.

Thomcat, I am very happy for you and your return to mobility.

DU'ers give yourself a big round of applause 'cause you deserve it!

:applause: :applause: :applause:

[ThomCat]

147. I absolutely agree with you.

I'm going to be sending out a hell of a lot of thank-you cards. :)

[Rabrrrrrr]

148. I think "The Nautilus" would be kinda funny and cool

[ThomCat]

149. If I could make that thing amphibious

I'd name it Nautilus in a heartbeat. :)

As it is, people might think I was advertising excercise equipment. "Get to the Gym and excercise on Nautilus equipment, or you might end up like this guy." :P

[nadine_mn]

153. you are good people Thomcat

I only wish I could do more

peace

:hug:

[ThomCat]

154. Hi Nadine!

Thank you very much. This whole fundraiser is wonderful! It's so much more than I expected. :hug: