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I took a real sucker punch this week. I was just informed that my best friend from when I grew up back in Ohio had his house burn to the ground last weekend, and they have lost everything. They were gone, so no one was hurt, but it was a total loss. It was an old farm house, and out off the end of the water lines, so I'm sure they had no other way to fight the fire except with tanker runs. The ironic thing is, Bill comes from a family with ties to the local volunteer fire department.
Bill and his wife Lori are true salt-of-the earth folks. Their many friends and families are pitching in to get them through this, and I intend to help too. I was wondering if anyone had any second hand hunting gear they could pass on to me so I could forward it to Bill. He is the type that would never ask for a thing, so I have to just force the issue, ans I know he'd never take it otherwise. I'm hoping for a orange hunting coat, size 2XL and anything else any of us could possibly spare. Bill's got a heart of gold and would do anything for a friend in need, so now it's time for me to return the favor. Any contributions would be greatly appreciated, as he lost everything. I'm going to find out if he has lined up a rifle and shotgun, and if that hasn't been covered, I'm going to take care of it. What really sucks is deer season opens in Ohio and Pennsylvania this Monday. I"m sure he's been covered for this season, but I'm hoping for a little more permanent contribution.
Thank you very much guys.
molɔ̀ːn labé skýla
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Courage is Fear that has said its Prayers
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Thank you very much guys-I will make sure Bill sees this.
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PM me if you don't still have my number. I have a blaze orange coat that would fit him.
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molɔ̀ːn labé skýla
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Thanks to Goalie for his continued generosity. I hope to put a care package in the mail very soon for Bill.
molɔ̀ːn labé skýla
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Sending this back to the top, guys. We need more prayers and more help. Bill's a very good friend and I am hurting over this, especially since I can't get down there right now. Bill married into a farm family, and I'm sure they'll get lots of help, but I have to do my part, as this is what friends do for each other. Shamelessly asking for help here guys-any used gear you could contribute?
Knife?
Drag rope?
Hunting socks?
Compass?
Gloves?
Anything a deer hunter would carry would be greatly appreciated. Doesn't have to be new-just useable gear to get him going again.
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You lose so much when your house is destroyed. So many small items that can not be replaced. I will happily pray for them.
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Pm me your address. I've got a spare knife and compass I can send.
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PM me your address. I have a nice set of insulated bibs and a jacket that I am pretty sure are 2XL. They are Remington brand and brand new.
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Prayers on the way GG.
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PM me your address. I have a nice set of insulated bibs and a jacket that I am pretty sure are 2XL. They are Remington brand and brand new.
twofish pm sent
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Prayers lifted up for your friend.
You're a good man and a true friend.
Ed
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Thanks to everyone for the prayers and support. You are helping a good man here.
molɔ̀ːn labé skýla
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Pushing this back to the top, guys.
Flannel shirt? (2xl)
Long johns tops and bottoms (2XZL-used is fine)
A hot seat?
Hooded sweatshirt?
Size 13 hunting boots?
Cheap binoculars?
12 gauge rifled slugs? Any brand- 2 3/4 inch preferred.
A day sack?
Gun cleaning supplies?
They lost everything, so anything you could spare would be greatly appreciated. Used is fine.
The prayers and well wishes go a very long way too. Thank you all very much.
Best Regards,
GG
Last edited by gophergunner; 12/02/13.
molɔ̀ːn labé skýla
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Back to the top. Your prayers and help are really appreciated.
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