skymama 37 #1 April 4, 2003 I don't know about you, but lately I've been getting a lot of proxy errors when I've been clicking around in the forums. I asked about it in Errors and Feedback, and Sangiro said he's going to have to increase the bandwidth again. You can read his response here. So, go ahead and tell Sangiro how much the site means to you and how much you appreciate him, but then also go and click on the Donations link and put your money where your mouth is if you haven't done so already. Remember, the cost of this site comes out of one amazing guy's pocket, and like all of us, he has a budget that he has to live within also. At some point, there's going to be a limit to what he can do for us. Disclaimer: Sangiro has no idea I'm making this post. I just know how much the site costs him, and it would make your eyeballs pop out of your head if you had to do it! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #2 April 4, 2003 As a Post-whoring member of this 'GREAT' site, I understand this dilemma, I also own a website (Shameless plug -> www.datagon.com) and know about the charges, I don't mind at all contributing, in fact, is the right thing, however, has HH considered a different ISP?, maybe some other will give him a better deal.__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #3 April 4, 2003 I think he's moved this site a FEW times!. THanks again HH.Ill getcha when I see ya! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
suz 0 #4 April 4, 2003 Andrea...that's why I dont post as often. I dont mean this post to be a waste of bandwidth. I'm just trying to let you know this is how I am trying to support Sangiro!I'd love to make a donation....but I'm about to quit my job, because I have an ass for a Boss! Don't bother me, I'm living happily ever after Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #5 April 4, 2003 Sangiro actually has to have a complete server hosted for him and this site. Price raw bandwidth from someplace like Rackspace.com and see what they are asking. At one point I had the bandwidth cost figured out and it wa on the order of hundreds a month for just raw bandwidth. HH what was it... 100 gig's a month we were using about 6 months ago? 100 gig's is almost $200 more on top of the hosting fee for the server (which is a few hundred a month alone) Did we get bumped up to the 150 or 200 gig a month plan yet? Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #6 April 4, 2003 So donate while you can get the DZ.Eloy02 video and pictures as your free gift. That offer was due to expire at the end of March, but I'll extend it to the end of April. You can watch me air-attack JT while doing an 8 way with Mouth, hottamaly, Katiebear, Bigben, uh, and more DZ.commers. Plus it has the all-time record DZ.funnel on it. Van-funnel! Hoo-doggy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #7 April 4, 2003 Ya know....if 60 people would donate $10 bucks (humm 13,000 users) it would help immensely. We all enjoy this site free. $10 is less than a jump ticket. Dig a little deeper in the well people. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #8 April 4, 2003 I appreciate anyone's delimma who doesn't think they can afford a donation, and believe me when I say money is really tight for me also. But, I also think that anyone who reads, posts, and learns from the site can also find a way to dig a little deeper, especially if they are able to find the money to skydive. Think of how much skydiving Sangiro has to give up because what started out as a little hobby is now encompassing a good chunk of his income every month. He's not doing it for him, he hardly even posts to the forums! He's doing it so he can provide a community for skydivers to go to on the web and I think he's doing a wonderful job. I think we all can afford to give up one jump for Sangiro this month. If you budgeted for 10 jumps, do 9, send Sangiro a donation, and have the satisfaction of knowing you did the right thing. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #9 April 4, 2003 Quote That offer was due to expire at the end of March, but I'll extend it to the end of April. You rock, Deuce!! I love videos with cheap porn music! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbrian 0 #10 April 4, 2003 QuoteIf you budgeted for 10 jumps, do 9, send Sangiro a donation, and have the satisfaction of knowing you did the right thing. What if we've budgeted for 0 jumps, all the credit cards are maxed out, the utilities are a month behind, and we've been eating peanut butter for months now. Would HH be satisfied to know that he's on the long list of people who have contributed greatly to my life and on the shorter list of people whose names I will never forget? In a world full of people, only some want to fly... isn't that crazy! --Seal Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #11 April 4, 2003 QuoteWould HH be satisfied to know that he's on the long list of people who have contributed greatly to my life and on the shorter list of people whose names I will never forget? I don't know, you'll have to ask him that.She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveMonkey 0 #12 April 4, 2003 Ticket on the way ____________________ Say no to subliminal messages Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinker 0 #13 April 4, 2003 so does that video offer apply to anyone who donates? is there a minimum amount? oh listen to me, I sound like a little cheapo. i agree w/ everyone that this site kicks serious tail and i'm donating right now. -the artist formerly known as sinker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinker 0 #14 April 4, 2003 ok - just donated a case of beer. since this was my FIRST paypal donation ever as well as to this site, does that mean I owe ANOTHER case of beer? -the artist formerly known as sinker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #15 April 4, 2003 Sinker, in that paypal thing there's a place to make a note to Sangiro, give him your mailing address and note you want the video and stills. He forwards your address to me and I mail the stuff out. Yeah, you get it when you donate a case of beer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinker 0 #16 April 4, 2003 thanks deuce. I already did it so I'll pm him. -the artist formerly known as sinker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #17 April 4, 2003 I think we could auction off a date with Skymama with all proceeds going to DZ.com I expect all of the Cal people to bid as she will be on the west coast in the near future... minimum bid is $100.00 The date....well she gets to decide Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #18 April 4, 2003 QuoteHey you post whores! WHAT?7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #19 April 4, 2003 Quote I think we could auction off a date with Skymama with all proceeds going to DZ.com I expect all of the Cal people to bid as she will be on the west coast in the near future... minimum bid is $100.00 The date....well she gets to decide Good Lord, the things you miss when you decide to do a little work! If I'd get someone to donate that much, I'm game, but I'm thinking the top offer would be $9,95, and I'd have to throw in a pack job. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinker 0 #20 April 4, 2003 $10.00! And not a nickle higher! No, just kidding. You're a peach, and if I weren't married, I'd pay more than 100... -the artist formerly known as sinker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #21 April 4, 2003 Ok all....this is a serious post. Mama will be on the west coast so being "geographically unsuitable" isn't going to wash here... Both coasts need to start the bidding, but if you bid you need to make sure that you follow through with the funds....it's not nice to piss of a porno_pixieOkay let's get this party started.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #22 April 4, 2003 Betsy, How much for you?Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcandalysse 0 #23 April 4, 2003 Ok Sangiro, you now have some more Bail Money! We appreciate the work you've put into the site. When Alysse and I have visited the forums before going to bed, we end staying up way past bedtime laughing at jokes and fotos and commenting about the posts.... Marc "The reason angels can fly is that they take themselves so lightly." --GK Chesterton Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #24 April 4, 2003 Betsy's more expensive than I am. I'm definitely the Bargain Basement goods. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #25 April 4, 2003 QuoteBetsy, How much for you? Ok...if you'll pay I'll play... minimum bid same as Andrea's $100 . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites