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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:21 PM
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Rainbowzz is a 2+ year member of Psych Central who's also a new mom (as many of you may know).
She put in a request for a Community Fund Drive to help her with some new mom stuff that would help her own fight against isolation and the difficulties she faces. I'll let her get into more detail if she'd like, but I believe her request is justified and appropriate, and so open it up to the community for help. Please consider donating to our community fund to help Rainbowzz out. Psych Central will match dollar for dollar of every dollar donated (up to the maximum of $250; $500 total to the member). Every dollar counts, so even if you can afford just $5, please consider this request. The easiest way to donate is to send money via PayPal to: donations@psychcentral.com <form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"> <input type="hidden" name="cmd" value="_s-xclick"> <input type="image" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_donateCC_LG.gif" border="0" name="submit" alt="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!">  <input type="hidden" name="encrypted" value="-----BEGIN PKCS7-----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-----END PKCS7----- "> </form> Otherwise, send your check or money order (no cash, please) to: Liviant LLC PO Box 5464 Bradford, MA 01835 Everyone who donates gets access to our exclusive Poohbah Forum, and our thanks for helping out another member in need in our community. This Community Fund Drive will run for approximately one week; donations will close on Wed., April 16, 2008. If you cannot give at this time, please consider Rainbowzz in your thoughts and prayers, or offer her your support here in this thread. As always, I thank you for your kind consideration and support. Best, DocJohn __________________ Don't throw away your shot. |
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:28 PM
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((((((((((((((((((( Rainbowzz ))))))))))))))))))))))
Thank you, DocJohn! KD __________________ 
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:30 PM
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(((((((((((((((((Rainbowzz & Jeremy))))))))))))))))))))))
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:30 PM
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why cant we mail cash?
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:35 PM
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Well, you can do anything you want of course, but the postal service says never to mail cash, because it's unaccountable. So it's preferred if you sent a check, money order, or PayPal instead.
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:38 PM
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well i dont have checks because i'm 16 lol and i dont even know what paypal is. it doesnt matter though because whatever i send will have to be out of my own money so it wouldnt be much
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:40 PM
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Oh dang. I wanted to donate but I can't send checks because like Court, I'm too young.
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:41 PM
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((( Rainbowzz )))
I have some extra/duplicate baby stuff from my own showers - I'd be happy to send you some of it, if you'd find it useful. PM me, ok?
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Apr 06, 2008 at 09:53 PM
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money orders cost less than a dollar
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Apr 06, 2008 at 10:00 PM
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Hey Rainbowzz......
Anything I can do to help another mom  . Remember being a mom is probably one of the hardest jobs in the world, but one of the most rewarding too . And I know you are doing a great job at it.....Please PM me with any questions and I will try to help any way I can....from one mom to another.  P.S. I'm praying for you too!!!! 
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Apr 07, 2008 at 03:10 AM
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((((everyone)))))
Let me explain where the money will be going so that all know why I have made this request. As some of you know, I am committed to breastfeeding my gorgeous little boy Jeremy. Things are going well with nursing, but two things have happened. One, I am almost completely isolated and can't get out to have much fun because of this. Two, I need to be taking pain meds and strong ones for my back, and I can't nurse baby after I take them for a certain period of time. What does this mean? This means in order to have a life and breastfeed safely, I need to purchase a Medela Pump In Style Pump - its known to be the best for alot of pumping which I will have to do to build up a supply. It is around three hundred fifty dollars plus tax, and that was american I think. I have tried EVERYTHING to get one another way, but the FDA says never to use pumps that are second hand as parts cant be sterilized and could pass n germs to me and baby, and we dont want that. Welfare wouldnt help me, La Leche didnt have any, and several other places just didnt have the funding to pay for one. Renting is out because I do not have a credit card and its almost three dollars a day, and if you think I plan to feed BM for a year, thats a HUGELY high cost. The rest of the money is going to be spent on storage supplies, bottles, newborn nipples, and things related to bottlefeeding. I am going to try to also squeeze in a bottle warmer if there is enough left. I was SHOCKED at how expensive the best stuff for this is. But, I want my baby to have the very best. In conclusion, you guys are helping even if it is thoughts and prayers right now. Hugs are welcome, and I will share them with the baby too. I am more than happy to provide receipt copies for anyone who wishes to see proof of what I bought (not saying you all don';t trust me but there are people out there who would take advantage of this program and I do not want to be seen as one of them in any way.) I also hope when I am on my feet to put the same amount of money back IN to the fund for other people who need it. Thank you all for your consideration, and thank you Doc John for allowing me this small bit of grace. Any questions do not hesitate to ask ok everyone? Much Much Love and Hugs from me! |
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Apr 07, 2008 at 10:46 PM
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bump... and....
I already made a donation and will send you some stuff as discussed, but I also wanted to pass along the following website: http://www.thebabychain.com Doesn't appear to be quite as utilized as it could be, but it's something to keep an eye on! __________________ thatsallicantypewithonehand |
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Apr 07, 2008 at 11:37 PM
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</font><blockquote><div id="quote"><font class="small">Quote:</font>
mandazzle said: Oh dang. I wanted to donate but I can't send checks because like Court, I'm too young. </div></font></blockquote><font class="post"> Send a Money Order........ same as a Check. Good Luck ((((((( Rainbow ))))))) -
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Apr 08, 2008 at 08:51 AM
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Hey folks, I just wanted to thank everyone who has responded so far. This community is a fantastic group of people! Even if you couldn't send any money for this fund drive, the support and well-wishes remind me one of the reasons I love this place!
In less than 2 days, we've raised $210.00 so far, and only need another $40.00 to close out this fund drive. You all are amazing. Thank you, DocJohn __________________ Don't throw away your shot. |
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Apr 08, 2008 at 09:15 AM
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Got my vote rainbowzz......let me know personally if there is anything I can send you as well. oK? PM when you need. rest when you can.
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Apr 08, 2008 at 10:24 AM
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Oh dear....my check is in the mail today!! Rain....you so deserve this and I know it will make your life so much easier!
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Apr 08, 2008 at 10:58 AM
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Oh snap I am so sending one today.
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Apr 08, 2008 at 11:28 AM
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((((((((((((((( Rainbowzz and Jeremy )))))))))))))))
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Apr 08, 2008 at 08:57 PM
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 sorry not more detailed, im sort of an emotional wreck tonight because of the ex....but thank you all soso much. more when im not so downhearted..... |
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Apr 08, 2008 at 09:02 PM
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Sending you and Jeremy good thoughts and hearts and... just lots of good stuff.
I wanted to tell you that I think you are an amazing, loving mother.
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