A Friend In Need
Community member in dire straits...
Wednesday, December 8, 2010 by RedneckDude | Discussion: 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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Reply #182 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:38 AM
OK.... then this better?
Reply #183 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:44 AM
Everything I do seems to be OT, so go for it as its all yours, and finish it up anyway you wish.
Reply #184 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:55 AM
Quoting DrJBHL, reply 172This is a bit OT, but you know, it occurred to me that Dave has also come up with a great idea idea for a Community Wall... if you remove the greetings and add a pine forest in the background and libardo's Winky....
Everything I do seems to be OT, so go for it as its all yours, and finish it up anyway you wish.
No Dave, you're fine. Thanks for all you've done thus far. I want you to continue to help with this community project, please.
Reply #185 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:00 PM
I like, but the beard is a tad much. Thanks dude.
OK.... then this better?
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How about we keep the pointyness of the beard, but just shorten it just a tad from the first bearded one? That is too short and round for a true wizard...lol.
Just my opinion. I'm sorry if I'm coming off as being in charge here...I realize this is a community event. Not a Jim event, nor a Doc event or even a Dave event.
I guess since I started this thread I , not realizing it, just kinda took charge. I like some of the suggestions, not all of them. Let's work together to bring joy to one of our members. We need him back here so he can catch up with Doc on karma points.
Reply #186 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:03 PM
After all this, I'm thinking we may have overlooked the best option.
Maybe Wiz's avatar would best top the tree? Just an idea. I just realized that his avatar isn't on this wall, although, his tag is, so maybe not.
Reply #187 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:17 PM
Whatever...Dave, I'm only advancing ideas....I don't determine anything here...that's for you and Jim and the folks. I'll email you the png if you wish, Jim altho you could simply cut and paste from the one in the PM.
As far as I'm concerned it's your project, Dave....I only did mock ups to show what I meant inside y'all's parameters. Easier that trying to describe with words. 
png sent to you Jim
Reply #189 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:40 PM
What is the latest on how Randy and Theda are doing? 
Reply #190 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:40 PM
DOC- Actually with a Santa hat and a little less beard I think wiz would like it. I only meant to go for that as a Santa hat was mentioned but didn't say it all correctly. It's a WC project brought about by RND for a member in need and all thoughts and input are welcome. That's what its all about, getting together and making it happen and it is. Very well I might add.
Reply #191 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:51 PM
Philly I don't think Jim has anymore information form the last time he said that the car is working and Theda can get to work without having to walk in the cold. They are keeping warm with a space heater or more than one and wiz sounded Ok. I'm sure when Jim has more he will give us an update and hopefully that will be soon.
Reply #192 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 12:57 PM
Hi DaveBax ... like your avatar. You need a smilie to put under the ray.
Merry Christmas
Reply #193 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 1:17 PM
Thanks Uvah. I had my head pic inside driving but looked like. So bad can't explain it or rather don't want to. 
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Thanks for reminding me. I actually modified it and forgot to upload the changed one.
Merry Christmas to you sir.
Reply #194 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 1:36 PM
I only used a pointy hat because of his nick...Wizard1956, and it appears directly under that.
Reply #195 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 1:43 PM
Me too, Dave! Very cool.... 
Reply #198 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 2:42 PM
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Now we're cooking with gas! Dropped down a tad, that'll be great!
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Reply #181 Wednesday, December 15, 2010 11:20 AM
Can I use it on the outside of the card I'm gonna send? Please?
Of course.
Quoting DrJBHL, reply 172This is a bit OT, but you know, it occurred to me that Dave has also come up with a great idea idea for a Community Wall... if you remove the greetings and add a pine forest in the background and libardo's Winky....
Good things happen while doing good things....
Oh...and I think The Wiz could use some Professional head gear....if all agree:
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I like, but the beard is a tad much. Thanks dude.
I can (or you can) trim the beard's size...from the .png I am forwarding.