cyberskydive 0 #1 April 1, 2002 QuoteAIRANN----------would like to say that my house is being foreclosed on and will be up for sale on May 7th. And at that point I will be totally homeless with my animals. But I dont want to admit it. I dont want to face it and I dont want to ask for help. I dont know anyone who can help me.Good news is I have some jump tickets lieft over from last year at both drop zones. But I will still be homeless.If you feel like it a friend put a PayPal thing on my site for donations of a dollar or two. It will help.This is serious folks, so I'm throwing good post ethic out of the window...........I've been gone to school all morning, but I can tell Anns been in a mess for the last 5 hours I've been gone, it's a sure sign when there is empty chocolate wrappers and her pain pills are on the counter...with her sleeping....she's been under a tremendous load.It's just plain puzzling to me, I have been here in Houston 4 6 months and have NEVER had a harder time finding work, I've only known Ann a few years, but I know it's the same for her.Ever since I've known her this house has always been open to anyone in need, people, pets, plants-lol But now she stands to loose it all, which basically puts her out on the street, with more stuff than can fit in a U-haul. The only way I could help after that, since I dont really know anyone here in Houston, is to talk her into driving to georgia with me (caue unless I wanted to sleep in my car at the dz, or school parking lot, thats where I would be).We are both trying to do eveything in our power to pull off this miracle.........the reality of it all kinda hits ya like line dump and no snivel.We put up the paypal link in hopes to help scrounge up enough to stop foreclosure, coupled with what we can come up with on our own, but clearly if even half of the users on this site donated 1 dollar, we would definately make history....prolly could even get a good parachutist or skydiving article-lolWhat do ya say! In the spirit of Anns Idea on the "skydiver network", lets all band together like the family we are to help a sista out!Personally, I'm donating every last bit of the money I will be getting from the recent site update I did for Jessica's father, minus some gas money to get me back and forth to school etc. Hey, next time your in houston, we can have a huge as party here at ANNS!-lollove ya ann, babe- smile - we got your back The paypal link is on her site at http://www.airann.com.....there is no spoon--------------------Another place to play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyberskydive 0 #2 April 1, 2002 Anns still asleep but she will be pleased to see a number of you have already donated. I'll hit her with the news as soon as she wakes up You guys freakin rockI'm going to create a page to track the progress of our efforts online, since it LOOKS like the turnout will be awesome.Look here and / or at my site for details. The progress page will be on anns site.another note, if you wish to remain anonymous, dont doa thing, but for those of you who dont mind having your name on the internet, I'd like to crate a page of contributors, no amounts, just names. Because if we can pull this off, it wil definately be skydiving? history, and a huge case of beer!If you would like for your name to be included on the page, please drop me a line at webmaster@airann.com and I'll add ya. We will already know since your name shows up at paypal-lol, but the web can too!.....there is no spoon--------------------Another place to play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rgoper 0 #3 April 1, 2002 cyber:pm me, or e-mail me, and tell me how i can help. best wishes.Richard"When The Going Get's Tough, The Tough Get Going!"John Wayne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuickDraw 0 #4 April 1, 2002 I would just like to add that whilst Ann my feel awful about what you have done, i for one, feel i am helping out her animals. It is a small price to pay for someone who cares so much for the less fortunate and doesn't ask for anything in return.Go Ann, Go Ann Go Ann......Billions of people living out their lives..Oblivious.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChromeBoy 0 #5 April 1, 2002 Cyber PM me your address and I will send some $. How much does she need to stop the foreclosure?Ann, I found myself out of a job in January. I am pretty much on my own in this world and thought I was in trouble. My life now is much better than I had. I am a lot happier. Keep your chin up girl! We will not let you down and you will not let yourself down! Atlanta is a great city if your thinking about going there. Great dropzones.This is not the end of this world. It's a beginning of a new adventure! Our thoughts and vibes are going your way. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #6 April 1, 2002 Maybe I missed something, but how did it get to this point?Did she get fired?How far in arrears is she anyway?Foreclosure is a pretty serious step. I'm just curious what lead up to this.quadehttp://futurecam.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #7 April 2, 2002 Give me two weeks and she can have a good chunk of my first paycheck. I don't want ann to loose her house. I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #8 April 2, 2002 You guys rock. I'd love to help, but PayPall won't let me register my credit cards. Can I mail a check?Can you PM me your address?I had no idea things were this tough, and I'm always willing to help out a fellow skydiver._AmICQ: 5578907MSN Messenger: andrewdmetcalfe at hotmail dot com AIM: andrewdmetcalfeYahoo IM: ametcalf_1999 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyberskydive 0 #9 April 2, 2002 I'll let Ann speak for herself on the subject when she wakes up-lol basically I think this has been going on since she broke her leg last summer?, way before I got here so I dont know all the details. I'm going to add a target amount along with the progress to her site, I'll post a link here and on my site when it's done. I'm also adding our Address for those of you who have requested it. It will be on the bottom center of her main page as soon as I can get it up.Shes gonna kick my ass -lol.....there is no spoon--------------------Another place to play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #10 April 2, 2002 she may kick your ass but she will crying when she does it. I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MontereyJohn 0 #11 April 2, 2002 I've been trying to get paypal to let me into my old account since you posted this so I could help out. The thought of someone losing their home is terrible. If you could also PM me an address I could send a check to you can count on me to help out. Everyone I've met during my short time in the sport has struck me by how willing they are to go out of their way to help out their skydiving brothers and sisters in any way they can. I've never experienced this in any other sport and I am proud to be a part of it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #12 April 2, 2002 Let us know when the house party is so we can set the roof on fire.....................j/k....seriously I'm joking.........what do you mean i can't come over.............Keep your chins up....SEBAZZ....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #13 April 2, 2002 LOL I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyberskydive 0 #14 April 2, 2002 Address is up on the website, I'll work on the "target objective" page tonight after studying.http://www.airann.comI really would like to say thanks to everyone, whether you have donated or not. I'm sure when Ann sees this it will lift her up that much farther. No one likes to admit when things are bad, especially someone who is used to being the giving one.I'm sure Ann will read this soon, so please at the least send her a super rad e-mail, or just post here.This was all my idea BTW everyone, I got her to sign up for the paypal and you see what I'm doing here. SO...if your gonna send email or PM's or other that are derogatory - blame me -lol.....there is no spoon--------------------Another place to play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Magistr8 0 #15 April 2, 2002 I'm in the same situation as a lot of other people here and can't register my cards on paypal. Please PM the address so I can send what I can.I am so proud to be a part of this sport when I see things like this taking place. I truly hope that she gets enough donations to gte her back on her feet.Who ever said comming down from a high was bad obviously never tried this.Peter Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChromeBoy 0 #16 April 2, 2002 The address is at the bottom of her website. Go here...http://www.airann.comI just got a money order for you Ann. It's on it's way tomorrow! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cyberskydive 0 #17 April 2, 2002 I posted the address at the bottom of www.airann.com for those of you who want it. I have recived like 10 requests for it now-lolits there on the bottom at airann.com.....there is no spoon--------------------Another place to play Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Milo 0 #18 April 2, 2002 PayPal worked for me.To everybody: Do what you can! If it is $5 or $10 or $50 or $100. The strength you have today may really really help someone else, and someday you might need 'just a little' help from others.Karma is a good thing.Milo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey 0 #20 April 2, 2002 I'm down to $8.35 until friday.....but when I get some cash I'll send some that way!Peace~LindseyEve was framed! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diver123 0 #21 April 2, 2002 Ann, I've never met you personally, but who am I to refuse assistance to someone in need... I hope the money helps you... I actually just experienced something like this myself: I had to sell my rig back in November to raise enough money to take care of an emergency... Well, this past March 21st was my b-day and all my friends came together without me knowing and raised about $2,000.00 towards a new one for me...I've never felt more loved in my whole life! To know that people care about you is a most amazing feeling... So, I'm going to pass on that same kindness whenever I can... Good luck. "pull high! It's lower than you think..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheMarshMan1 0 #22 April 2, 2002 My donation will be in the mail tomorrow morning. I really hope everything works out for you, Ann. And thanks, Cyber, for setting all this up so we can help her out! "If I could be like that, I would give anything, just to live one day, in those shoes..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airann 1 #23 April 2, 2002 I cant imagine what to say now... I do not know the words to explain why I am crying my head off. I wont give up on the house, I need it for other people to stay here and for my animals to have a habitat.I almost gave up on myself here today. I spent the entire morning sending out resumes and after that, I just crawled back in bed with all 3 little guys -they knew stuff was wrong, especially Skeet. He never left my side.At this point, I have to say that I am so overwhelmed that its beyond any kind of wording that I can come up with.Just know this - This effort of my extended family, which I am closer to than my real family is making a difference. My heart is just very emotional right now. I have never asked for help before. I am the one who helps other people -that skill I know how to do. For as long as I live, I will never forget any-one of you. I am so very moved at this extreme showing of thoughtfulness.Dan is going to put a type of measurement to be able to tell if we meet the goal the lawyers have set for me. The only thing now is will it be enough and will it be in time. On April 7th it will be just one month before the forced sale of my home. (5 days after my birthday) For my birthday I want/need a good job. Please pray for a miracle. If that doesnt work I will have to auction off Levins RW pictures. Either that or I auction off my very own bathtub boobie pictures - but what would that do to my AirAnn -non profit women for skydiving image??Ann ~ www.AirAnn.comLevin in RW suit.. I have pictures!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChromeBoy 0 #24 April 2, 2002 QuoteEither that or I auction off my very own bathtub boobie picturesYou do not need to post boobie pictures for auction. We will send you money anyway.We are all here for you Ann. You are our Sister we never had! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scottbre 0 #25 April 2, 2002 Ann, Just sent you the entire balance of my paypal account. Only 5 bucks, but it's all yours now. Good luck. Scott"Fixing the world through self-destruction." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
