Just my thoughts....
Community member in dire straits...
Published on December 8, 2010 By RedneckDude In Community

Guys and gals, I'm sure some of you have been wondering what has happened to our friend, Wizard1956. I know a few have asked and until now, I have been asked to keep a lid on it. Randy and Theda didn't want everyone knowing the have been having it a bit hard.

 

But just a few minutes ago, I talked to Wiz on the phone. He called to let me know that he'd be inaccessible until sometime next year, not for sure when.

A few weeks ago Wiz told me he would be losing internet due to his hours being cut. A week or so later, I decided to try calling him at work and was told he was let go. So he now has no job, no unemployment yet (pending), and no phone, TV, or internet. His wife's part time income barely keeps the rent paid and heat on. Things are progressively getting worse, and now he tells me his car is out of commission and his wife is walking to and from work. Oh, and food is scarce until he can get food stamps going. So even a walmart gift card would help...anything.

So, I guess I'm asking if anyone would like to send a card, a gift, or a small donation to help Randy and Theda with a little Christmas joy. I'm sure they would appreciate it, and so would I. I am sending a few bucks friday, just a small amount.

If someone would just send a Christmas card it would brighten their holiday. I'm sure it's a bummer being in this jam for the holidays.

Wizard has asked me to tell everyone at WC he says Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and that he will hopefully see us in a month or two.

If anyone wants to send him anything at all, a Christmas card, 5 bucks, a gift....anything...please PM me for his address. He has no bank account but can get small checks cashed at his wifes work.

I truly hope some of us can do something to cheer these people up for the holidays.

 

UPDATE....Wiz has opened a bank account so that he can get checks cashed. Those who have sent checks won't have to worry if he can use them.


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on Dec 10, 2010

I still see 660.

 

Thanks again guys, a little help goes a long way. Wiz was in tears when I talked to him last night. He says he loves you all and will never forget you.

on Dec 10, 2010

sent a check out today, not much, wish I could do more, hope it all adds up. Randy has always been one of the good guys, sorry to hear they have fallen on some hard times. Let's hope it is very temporary.

on Dec 10, 2010

Check went out this morning. You tell the Wiz that he has more friends than anyone...and that we all love him, miss him and look forward to seeing him when he can.

on Dec 10, 2010

Sent a bit and a note. Every little bit helps. Been there m'self.

on Dec 10, 2010

 

on Dec 10, 2010

I'd like to do something. Especially after so many people helped me here few years ago but my situation if not worst is not better though.

I can't make check (national bank decision) i can only use national credit card so i don't even know if i can send money through paypal but if so is there any way to do so? I won't be able to send a lot but if many send a few it make a lot.

PM on the go about his address.

on Dec 10, 2010

Exceedingly hard to hear so many friends are going through bad times.  I miss him, he's sooo funny!  I will pray for them.  Please give my heartfelt wishes to them for a much better New Year. 

on Dec 10, 2010

ArileenDesign
I'd like to do something. Especially after so many people helped me here few years ago but my situation if not worst is not better though.

I can't make check (national bank decision) i can only use national credit card so i don't even know if i can send money through paypal but if so is there any way to do so? I won't be able to send a lot but if many send a few it make a lot.

PM on the go about his address.

 

Gotcha Quentin. I PMd you back.  You're a good soul. Wiz will appreciate even a Christmas card. Bless you. 

on Dec 10, 2010

mzfhredi
Exceedingly hard to hear so many friends are going through bad times.  I miss him, he's sooo funny!  I will pray for them.  Please give my heartfelt wishes to them for a much better New Year. 

You got it! Bless you.

on Dec 10, 2010

Jim...a suggestion? Print this thread and send it to him, or put it on a small zip drive so he can see what folks said....just a thought.

on Dec 10, 2010

DrJBHL
Jim...a suggestion? Print this thread and send it to him, or put it on a small zip drive so he can see what folks said....just a thought.

 

Now that is a great idea Doc!

on Dec 10, 2010

DrJBHL
Jim...a suggestion? Print this thread and send it to him, or put it on a small zip drive so he can see what folks said....just a thought.

Good Idea!!   I'll have to be sure to stop printing at reply 84, so it'll appear to be my idea.....               

on Dec 10, 2010

Printed...all 87 replies....

on Dec 10, 2010

Christmas card with a little something inside is on its way. Not from France or Australia, but the next best thing....Wisconsin!!

 

on Dec 10, 2010

teddybearcholla
Christmas card with a little something inside is on its way. Not from France or Australia, but the next best thing....Wisconsin!!

 

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