Please help Jimbo!!!

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 4:32 am

SnoozeControl;451078 wrote: This is probably going to cause people to report me to admin once again, but I feel I have to say this.

While I'm very sympathetic to Jimbo and his family at this difficult time, I don't appreciate threads like this. It feels like I'm being strong armed into giving money and I really don't appreciate it. I 'm pretty sure I'm not a cheapskate, but I get my back up when it's repeatedly pointed out that some people haven't given their fair share and to cough up the cash.

My apologies for inserting my little bit of dark cloud in an otherwise sunny thread, but I felt that needed to be said.

Best of luck Jimbo, I'll be thinking of you and yours.:yh_flower

no worrys snoozie i honestly would not want any one to feel they were obliged to help out

all want is a small little something from one friend to another

i would not want to take advantage of any one and i have in fact politely turned down from two different kind people offers of one person paying for my flight and indeed another paying for hotels when i get there

for i felt these offers were far too generous and these people insisted i could not pay them back

imagine if your loved one was laying in a hospital bed on the other side of the world and you could not afford to get there its a horrible position to be in

and i would not wish anyone to feel how i feel right now

i anyone feels they dont want to contribute i honestly would rather you didnt

i will get there sooner or later my girl is not ou of hospital for another week

thanks to every

your kindness is quite humbeling i have to go now to get back to sue

jimbo:-4 :-4

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 4:37 am

SnoozeControl;451078 wrote: This is probably going to cause people to report me to admin once again, but I feel I have to say this.

While I'm very sympathetic to Jimbo and his family at this difficult time, I don't appreciate threads like this. It feels like I'm being strong armed into giving money and I really don't appreciate it. I 'm pretty sure I'm not a cheapskate, but I get my back up when it's repeatedly pointed out that some people haven't given their fair share and to cough up the cash.

My apologies for inserting my little bit of dark cloud in an otherwise sunny thread, but I felt that needed to be said.

Best of luck Jimbo, I'll be thinking of you and yours.:yh_flower

Snooze, fair play to you for being honest, no-body should complain about that. Honesty and having the strength of character to say something that may not make you popular is a great virtue.

It's a shame that you feel this way and I hope that it is not anyone's intention to make you, or anyone else, feel pressurised into giving. I think we all accept that not everyone is in the position to give, I know that twelve months ago I would have been able to give a lot more than I can now but at the same time the adage that every little helps is certainly true.

I have been following this thread and I haven't noticed that we have been repeatedly asked to 'cough up' but I apologise if I've missed that.

I don't know Jim and Suzy well but from what I have seen of them I am sure that your thoughts and prayers will be appreciated as much as money. If I were in their position I would for me.

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 4:44 am

Imladris;451094 wrote: Snooze, fair play to you for being honest, no-body should complain about that. Honesty and having the strength of character to say something that may not make you popular is a great virtue.

It's a shame that you feel this way and I hope that it is not anyone's intention to make you, or anyone else, feel pressurised into giving. I think we all accept that not everyone is in the position to give, I know that twelve months ago I would have been able to give a lot more than I can now but at the same time the adage that every little helps is certainly true.

I have been following this thread and I haven't noticed that we have been repeatedly asked to 'cough up' but I apologise if I've missed that.

I don't know Jim and Suzy well but from what I have seen of them I am sure that your thoughts and prayers will be appreciated as much as money. If I were in their position I would for me.

as i would for anyone too but i do it as i want too not as i feel preasured too

being kind to people makes me feel better and i do respect snoozies honesty

bye guys gotta go :-4

RedGlitter · Post by **RedGlitter** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:02 am

Awww...no need for thanks, Hammy! Jimbo's my buddy and that's what buddies do!

:-4 :-4 !!!!!

zinkyusa · Post by **zinkyusa** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:10 am

No offense to anyone but I think it sets a very bad precedent to use FG to solicit money for any cause. (No matter how noble it may be)

There are just to many ripoffs out there. In NO WAY am I implying this is such.

RedGlitter · Post by **RedGlitter** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:19 am

You know, I'm all for free speech but I think this is really inappropriate and if someone has an objection, it could be handled privately rather than bring it here. This is a thread for friends trying to help another friend. It's not a solicitation by any means as I see it. Maybe stop and think about the feelings of someone here who is a friend to many of us and will have to see your words. This is embarrassing. If you can't or don't want to give a little cash then maybe you could offer some positive thoughts or something nice like that.

zinkyusa · Post by **zinkyusa** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:21 am

Pinky;451290 wrote: If you were in the same position Zink, you may well see things differently.

Okay, so this is an interenet forum; it's also a place where people have formed pretty close bonds. Why shouldn't some of us help a friend out?

Can I just point out that Jimbo feels badly enough about this as it is - can some of ya stop making him feel worse please?

I don't want make to anyone feel bad I just don't think it is approriate to use a public FG thread to solicit money this way. I don't want to go into detailed reasons because I think some of you know Jimbo personally so this is probably a valid cause. I think perhaps if we put our minds to it other ways could be setup to solicit funds or do whatever was neededto help him out.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:36 am

I hear what your saying Zink. Yes the world is full of people who would rip their mother's off.

On the other hand there are lots of nice people who just want to help another friend. I for one have grown very tired of worrying about the people could do to you on the internet.:-5

I, and everyone I know here at FG has nothing but the best intentions when wanting to help Jimbo and Suzy. That is all I need to know to offer my help in anyway possible. Screw the **** heads of the world, they aren't going to stop me from helping someone out when they need it.

fisher · Post by **fisher** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:38 am

Hamster;448794 wrote: Yeah maybe....I am not sure..I will look into it!! :-6

Let me know if you get something set up with paypal. I would be happy to help out.

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:44 am

Come guys we are all entitled to an opinion good or bad . Hammys idea is wonderful and Zinky and Snooze are both making a valid point so lets not fall out over it . I would hate to think people are being petty and making complaints to admin just because they feel differently

:-6

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:48 am

Any ideas on how soon Jim could be making his trip

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:50 am

Is Suzy still in hospital

zinkyusa · Post by **zinkyusa** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 8:53 am

I didn't make any complaints to anyone. I'm just worried about people getting in trouble. I don't know if this would be considered a charity or not but in my state there are disclosure laws etc about donating money to a chairty. If it's done on the Internet then you have to post a page with documentation about the charity etc..I appear to have stirred up a hornets nest because some of think I am attacking Hammy (who I love) and jimbo who I know nothing about..If you don't permit people to question things you are sking for trouble down the road..

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:05 am

Most state that law applies. This situation I would say friends are transfering fund to his/her bank in England to make it easier than putting a check in the mail nothing more.

fisher · Post by **fisher** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:16 am

Hamster;451351 wrote: Thank you Fisher for your gift too....:-4

You are welcome. I am glad I could help out.

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:19 am

Betty Boop;450606 wrote: You mean you've already paid for OM?

I hope you've got a no quibble money back guarantee!

what about a try before you buy ..see if hes worth it before you splash out;)

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:23 am

sue has just bee taken away in an ambulance

to a hospital about an hour from here any one got any good news a joke anything at all i'm not even gonna read the thread on depresion

do you know how hard it is trying to keep all my chins up

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:26 am

zinkyusa;451294 wrote: I don't want make to anyone feel bad I just don't think it is approriate to use a public FG thread to solicit money this way. I don't want to go into detailed reasons because I think some of you know Jimbo personally so this is probably a valid cause. I think perhaps if we put our minds to it other ways could be setup to solicit funds or do whatever was neededto help him out.

I can understand your concerns Zinky and we have had these discussions before on FG.....this is not the only time that FGers have rallied round to help a mate.

This is my take on it . .....no one has solicited money for Jimbo and he will be mortified when he reads this.....all people want to do is rally round and help a mate.

It is up to each individual to decide whether or not they want to help a fellow 'Gardener' when needed. ...knowing these guys as I do, their hearts are BIG and they look out for each other.......

By reading previous posts and threads you can get a pretty good 'feel' for people.......

FG is a pretty unique place with unique people who have enough 'life experience' to make judgements and decisions.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:26 am

You can do it Jimbo, we are here for you. If you need any info on Spinal and Disc Surgery I'm a walking living example of both. Anything you need to know just ask..

pantsonfire321@aol.com · Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:29 am

jimbo;451363 wrote: sue has just bee taken away in an ambulance

to a hospital about an hour from here any one got any good news a joke anything at all i'm not even gonna read the thread on depresion

do you know how hard it is trying to keep all my chins up

Jim why didn't you go with her

Bez · Post by **Bez** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:30 am

jimbo;451363 wrote: sue has just bee taken away in an ambulance

to a hospital about an hour from here any one got any good news a joke anything at all i'm not even gonna read the thread on depresion

do you know how hard it is trying to keep all my chins up

Bless you both...it'll be OK....we're all 'rooting' for you :-4 :-4

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:36 am

pantsonfire321@aol.com;451371 wrote: Jim why didn't you go with her

i have to sort out sue's son till his gran gets back then i'm on my way :-4

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:37 am

Bez;451372 wrote: Bless you both...it'll be OK....we're all 'rooting' for you :-4 :-4

thanks guys

your all stars :-4

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:43 am

hello Jimbo...we've never met, but i have been following this thread...i wish you and your daughter all the best , and hope you'll keep the faith. :yh_flower

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:48 am

lady cop;451384 wrote: hello Jimbo...we've never met, but i have been following this thread...i wish you and your daughter all the best , and hope you'll keep the faith. :yh_flower

thanks lady cop are you as bad as they say :-3

cher said you had balls

Post by **Betty Boop** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:51 am

jimbo;451363 wrote: sue has just bee taken away in an ambulance

to a hospital about an hour from here any one got any good news a joke anything at all i'm not even gonna read the thread on depresion

do you know how hard it is trying to keep all my chins up

:yh_hugs and :-4 to you both. And if you're driving there, take it easy!

RedGlitter · Post by **RedGlitter** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:54 am

Jimbo, here's a joke for you!

A mushroom goes into a bar and the bartender says "Sorry, we don't serve mushrooms in here." The mushroom says, "Why not? I'm a fun guy!" (fungi)

Isn't that a groaner?!

Here's another one!

Why do bees have sticky hair?

Because they have honeycombs!

:wah: I got that one off a popsicle stick!

I'll catch hell for this one, but have you seen Stevie Wonder's house?? No? It's okay- he hasn't either!

:-3 Oooo.....that's bad taste, huh?

How about we turn this thread back around and give Jimbo some funnies?? He asked for some jokes, let's not let him down!

You guys had better chime in or I'll start telling really baaaad elephant jokes......!! You don't want me to get started.....

lady cop · Post by **lady cop** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 9:57 am

jimbo;451390 wrote: thanks lady cop are you as bad as they say :-3

cher said you had balls :Dno, i'm worse! :wah:

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 10:16 am

RedGlitter;451400 wrote: Jimbo, here's a joke for you!

A mushroom goes into a bar and the bartender says "Sorry, we don't serve mushrooms in here." The mushroom says, "Why not? I'm a fun guy!" (fungi)

Isn't that a groaner?!

Here's another one!

Why do bees have sticky hair?

Because they have honeycombs!

:wah: I got that one off a popsicle stick!

I'll catch hell for this one, but have you seen Stevie Wonder's house?? No? It's okay- he hasn't either!

:-3 Oooo.....that's bad taste, huh?

How about we turn this thread back around and give Jimbo some funnies?? He asked for some jokes, let's not let him down!

You guys had better chime in or I'll start telling really baaaad elephant jokes......!! You don't want me to get started.....

i liked the honey bee one :wah:

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 10:17 am

lady cop;451403 wrote: no, i'm worse! :wah:

oops jim on best behavior from now on :-3

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 11:36 am

Jim, make sure you take care of yourself too or you'll be no use to anyone. Make sure you eat and drink regularly and try to get some sleep too. We don't want you getting ill too. Lecture over!!

We all love you and Suz and hope things get better soon.

Jokes - what do you call a woman on the horison? Dot

What do you call a man with no legs or arms who can swim the English Channel? Clever Dick

Not laughing?.....Oh well, guess you have to be drunk to find them funny:-3

buttercup · Post by **buttercup** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 12:42 pm

Perhaps it would be a good idea to open up another thread on donating money to causes, im happy to donate to jim & suzy & have, all be it a small amount compared to some, totally believing what is happening to them & want to help & applaud hamster for starting the thread but i do understand what snooze & zinky are saying as well

My big concern would be - we have between 300 & 500 lurkers here per day, given that, you have to admit its possible for some of them to be thinking (oh boy there's pickings here) do you see what i mean?

We welcome & trust everyone in such a short space of time

Please think about what ive said before attacking me :-3

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 2:50 pm

Imladris;451509 wrote: Jim, make sure you take care of yourself too or you'll be no use to anyone. Make sure you eat and drink regularly and try to get some sleep too. We don't want you getting ill too. Lecture over!!

We all love you and Suz and hope things get better soon.

Jokes - what do you call a woman on the horison? Dot

What do you call a man with no legs or arms who can swim the English Channel? Clever Dick

Not laughing?.....Oh well, guess you have to be drunk to find them funny:-3

cheers i girl i liked the dot one

just got home from the hospital sue has her scan they injected her with something she went out like a scots man when its his round sorry clansey and wendubird :wah: :wah:

i've eaten and i'm drinking non beeer type fluids i'm drained

had a massive row with chantelles mom by email she was saying some very nasty untrue stuff

any one a child shrink out there i have some questions to ask

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 2:54 pm

buttercup;451587 wrote: Perhaps it would be a good idea to open up another thread on donating money to causes, im happy to donate to jim & suzy & have all be it a small amount compared to some, totally believing what is happening to them & want to help & applaud hamster for starting the thread but i do understand what snooze & zinky are saying as well

My big concern would be - we have between 300 & 500 lurkers here per day, given that, you have to admit its possible for some of them to be thinking (oh boy there's pickings here) do you see what i mean?

We welcome & trust everyone in such a short space of time

Please think about what ive said before attacking me :-3

You don't deserve to be attacked, BCup

I commend you for bringing this up

We love everyone so easily here in the Garden

That a lurker with bad intentions could have the potential to take advantage of us

It is *worth* thinking about

Jimbo and The Suz, you have both earned our love and trust

But we need to be aware

Carl44 · Post by **Carl44** » Mon Nov 06, 2006 4:13 pm

cherandbuster;451804 wrote: You don't deserve to be attacked, BCup

I commend you for bringing this up

We love everyone so easily here in the Garden

That a lurker with bad intentions could have the potential to take advantage of us

It is *worth* thinking about

Jimbo and The Suz, you have both earned our love and trust

But we need to be aware

too right cher as usual

now can everyone on the whole forum please stop posting i really need some sleep

and i cant go to bed in case you lot have lots of fun without me

its like you guys are having a cyber party and i cant go