Every now and then a story tugs at my heart and I am compelled to do whatever I can to help.  Recently, one of our Twin Cities ladies under went surgery (not an elective procedure), which was seriously botched.   Sadly, she is facing many months of recovery time ahead.  This Lady is an asset to our community.  A truly caring, responsible and compassionate individual.  As not to embarrass her publicly,  I will not mention her name here.  Many of the Twin Cities Ladies are aware of this need and can be discussed in person.  
 
My request is for our small community to pull together to offer assistance. As I will be out of town this week please PM or email any of the following gals for more information.
 
Samantha Good  
Sheila Foxx  
Poppy  
Belinda

Count on my help. I hope to be just one of many who will reach out in this time of need.  

It's good to see Mn ladies working together to help one of our own, and a testament to the care and compassion so many of you have.

I'm pledging a hundred bucks, to be delivered through one of the providers identified above.

It is inspiring and encouraging to know that when times are tough and the going gets rough, that we really truly are a "community" in every sense of the word.  

I, for one, am touched. Today is a good day. Thank you for reaching out to the guys.

we can refer back to this thread in which sincere humanity and kind spirits unite for something very meaningful.  

I've received a number of PMs from guys confirming their pledges...

The original request was for donors to contact one of the 4 listed ladies by PM or email, and I expect most donors did just that, directly and discreetly.

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We do not wish to betray her privacy.    She will undoubtedly post something when she feels up to it.
I understand that folks want to know who they are helping and you will soon.  It is up to her to come forward.
This has been a very difficult time for her and I would ask that, as best we can, please respect her need for discretion and a bit more time to heal.

and yes count me in for a straight out contribution

A very kind gentleman has donated $250 to this cause.  He has asked me to post a challenge to others to match or top his donation.

I sent Melissa a PM this morning assuring her that she can count on my support to help this provider and I hope my fellow hobbyist step up and do the same. This hobby is all about giving and receiving pleasure and it feels good to help someone in need. Let's step up!!

I've heard of this story and know that people can heal faster when they've got friends and community backing them up with care.  I also pledge $100 and will get it either to you: Belinda.. or Melissa.  

Couldn't agree more!

Thank you for all of the emails and PMs.
We are a group of caring people and your support is being heard.

Please contact me on how to pass on the donation when I return from NYC or sooner with other routes. I will tally up how many donations come in from me. It is good that this is staggered. The money she is getting now will help now and when I pass on the extra donations it will help for the next month. The support needs to have diligence and momentum.  
Thank you for your help. My friend is a very sweet woman that has had a grave misfortune.

Thank you SO much!
Muah,
Samantha Good

i too will pledge 100 to this cause.  Worthwhile and needed!!!!!