Flowers for Andy

[Midlodemocrat]

Skinner has given me permission to post this. I have set up a PayPal account for donations in case anyone would like to contribute for flowers from all of us here at DU.

The email is [e-mail]

Paypal.com

As this is such a caring, wonderful community, any leftover monies will go to a charity in Andy's name. If you have a suggestion, please let me know.


Thanks.


And, please keep this kicked.

[Midlodemocrat]

1. Kick for Andy

[BradBlog]

91. Thanks for this guys...

You all have been incredible. In every way.

On behalf of VelvetRevolution.us (Andy was one of our original advisors to the "Divestiture for Democracy" campaign, his contribution was incredibly key to many aspects) I can tell you that his solid guidance and advice and encouragement is already missed tremendously. It'll be very difficult, if even possible, to ever replace. But we *will* fight on as I know he wanted.

His friendship, however, can never be replaced.

I've stopped countless times in my tracks over the last several days to convince myself that his loss is actually real. It is not easy to believe or understand. Too many tears. I loved him from the get-go and I can't even tell you why.

FWIW, we were able to put together a quick tribute to Andy in the last half hour of last weekend's BRAD SHOW. If you missed it, it's now at http://www.BradShow.com in the archives. Last half hour of the 7/9/05 show.

Peace.

[mzmolly]

2. kicked and recommended.

Thank You.

[Emit]

3. I don't do paypal, but would like to send cash

Is there an address I can send some cash to? Even if it goes to charity in Andy's name rather than flowers, I would like to contribute in honor of Andy.

[Catherine Vincent]

4. I would like an address also.

Andy didn't like paypal, so I won't use them.

[Midlodemocrat]

7. I didn't realize that.

I donated on his behalf through Paypal in the past, and I really don't have any other way to collect the money.

Sorry.

[Midlodemocrat]

10. Thanks for that suggestion.

We're still trying to coordinate efforts for a donation to a charity. I will let you know.

[merh]

5. There are tons of us that can't or won't use paypal.

I personally dislike the company and have issues with them.

Can we donate some other way?

[Just Me]

12. Oh, I do hope I can give other than through paypal.

I had a nasty experience using it.

[WilliamPitt]

6. I don't think there will be much money left from the surgery fundraiser

We raised an eyelash over 50k, and needed all of it for the surgery.

[Midlodemocrat]

9. No, I mean from the collecting of donations

for flowers. Skinner seemed to feel that we would get way more than we needed. So do I, frankly.

[merh]

21. Unfortunately, that is not how your thread reads.

Could you revise it to say "Any money collected in this effort that is in excess of what is needed for the flowers for Andy will be donated to a charity in Andy's name. Suggestions as to what charity will be appreciated."

[mzmolly]

22. Or the excess could be used to pay family funeral expenses.

Then to charity?

[helderheid]

8. I'll donate

perhaps anything left over could go to DU? or verified voting?

[TayTay]

15. Yes, non-paypal account needed

I don't use paypal. I don't normally send flowers either to a funeral, but I would love to contribute to something that would be a living memorial to Andy's work.

[Sapphire Blue]

11. Country Doctor

http://www.cdchc.org/help/make_a_difference.asp

http://www.cdchc.org/help/ways_to_give.asp#tribute

http://www.cdchc.org/clinics/index.asp

[GardeningGal]

13. I'll donate

As for the charity, I think we should see if there needs to be some help in paying for the funeral expenses.

[acmejack]

14. Good thought.

I do wish to donate.

[Jo March]

17. I just posted asking about funeral funds

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=104&topic_id=4050144&mesg_id=4050144

[Midlodemocrat]

18. I know. I am going to delete it.

It is a lovely thought. We are still waiting for information from friends/family about donations for the service.
Obviously, if there is a need, we will use the money for that.

[Jo March]

20. Do as you see fit.

It was the first thing that I thought about when I found out. Funerals are expensive.

[REACTIVATED IN CT]

39. I agree

Since Andy did not have medical insurance, I would expect that he also did not have life insurance. There may be "final expenses" that his loved ones will need help with.

If that is not the case, then I am in favor of a choice of a contribution for flowers or a donation to charity in his name

[helderheid]

16. someone else posted money for his funeral

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=104x4050144

perhaps this could be a joint effort?

[DemReadingDU]

19. Rather than flowers, I would like to make a donation

to an organization in memory of Andy, that would help with verified voting, or another suitable cause, that in a small way, would help Andy achieve what he can't now do.

[Stephanie]

23. We could hold off and ask Termite what he'd like to do

I think that's a good idea - heddafoil might have some suggestions

[Ladyhawk]

35. Agree. Termite might want us to donate to a political organization

in Andy's name.

If I have to use PayPal, I have to use it. I don't blame them. I blame the asswipe that cried fraud. If someone has information that would change my mind, let me know.

Hell, I wish we were big enough to own a company called "DemPay" or some such. :shrug:

[Kelvin Mace]

41. Personally

I think we should pick a liberal groups the freepers HATE, that really pisses them off and donate in Andy's name.

[phoebe]

27. Likewise - flowers are beautiful but fleeting...

n/t

[VOX]

52. I like this idea, DRDU. n/t

[goodboy]

64. I second that. Flowers die, but a donation to a worthy cause lives on

[all.of.me]

74. not only do flowers die, but they end up in the landfill

i don't think i've ever seen funeral flowers get composted. remember when diana died? i was horrified at the thought of all that going to the dump. i'd rather see money raised for funeral expenses and the rest put to a good charity, but i think the final word should come from termite.

[DearAbby]

65. Andy's Words before he went to surgery...VERIFIED VOTING

If I recall it right, he said, "If anything should happen to me........"

VERIFIED VOTING! VERIFIED VOTING!! It was his work, his passion and it should be carried on. An important issue to Andy, to each one of us. Monies should go to that in his name.


Just my thoughts.

[sandnsea]

71. I want flowers or plants or candles

There's something to be said for creature comforts in this world as well. Just saying.

I've given to the voting stuff already anyway.

[Midlodemocrat]

24. *

[Rainbowreflect]

25. Kick for when I get home.

Thanks for doing this.

[Midlodemocrat]

26. $100 in less than an hour. DU, you rock!!!!!

[EFerrari]

28. Thank you, Midlo, for taking this on.

:grouphug:

[Amaya]

29. How does this work?

Click on the email, then what?
Sorry, I'm not too bright when it comes to these things.

[Midlodemocrat]

30. If you go to the paypal site, click send money,

enter in the [e-mail] email address and make your donation.

I am so thrilled at the generosity of DUers. It is very, very humbling.

[OzarkDem]

32. Thanks!

Done.

[Amaya]

37. Thank you.

nt

[EFerrari]

31. kicking for Andy and Termite

:kick:

[helderheid]

33. done and kick

[GardeningGal]

34. Sent a little

May send a little more next week if we're still collecting.

[Midlodemocrat]

36. Kick for Andy

[tavalon]

38. I just sent some

It was with a much lighter and hopeful heart that I donated to Andy's other cause.

[Midlodemocrat]

42. I hear you.

I know some folks are opposed to flowers as fleeting, but speaking as someone who has lost a great many family members in the last few years, I took great comfort in the flowers.

People also sent donations for my mom and dad to the social justice committee at our church and for my SIL to Memorial Sloan Kettering, but the flowers...I don't know....walking into that room all those times and seeing the outpouring of good wishes and condolences really does lift the spirit, if only for a bit.

[EFerrari]

40. kick

[sunnystarr]

43. After reading the last email from Andy

that was posted at http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=104x4051649

Maybe a donation to the velvet revolution in lieu of flowers may also be appropriate to honor Andy and continue his fight here.

Of course if both can be done all the better, altho I bet Andy would love to see as much as possible fund his legacy.

www.velvetrevolution.us/donate.php

[Midlodemocrat]

45. Great idea. Maybe some of his close friends could weigh in

on this.

I would be more than happy to pay for the flowers myself and donate what is collected to a charity in Andy's name. It would be an honor.

[shireen]

47. honoring Andy

There are many ways to honor Andy, and there's certainly enough money among DU'ers to donate to several efforts. I chose to send a donation to Ben Burch in Andy's memory.

[helderheid]

58. please keep that thread kicked !

for Andy

[Darth_Kitten]

44. kick for Andy

:hug: :kick:

[Kingshakabobo]

46. I would be up for helping out with funeral expenses.

It's the right thing to do. Plus, it will drive the freeps nuts how, once again, we actually take care of our own. The freeps can go suck an egg and/or kiss my entire ass.

[greatauntoftriplets]

48. Kick for Andy....

Thanks for doing this, Midlo!

:hi:

[GardeningGal]

49. Whatever is decided is okay with me

Depending on when the money is needed I can add a little more. It's a little tight until the end of next week.

[merh]

50. kick

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[merh]

51. kick

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[I Have A Dream]

53. Kick.

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[Midlodemocrat]

54. Kick for the friday night readers

[Booster]

55. Just sent money through PayPal, and a kick for Andy. RIP

[Booster]

56. A kick for Andy so the late crew won't miss this thread.

[proud patriot]

57. .

:kick:

[merh]

59. ~

:hug:

[tavalon]

60. Kick

Also you might want to coordinate with the folks who are planning the memorial service.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=104x4055857

[AtLiberty]

61. Vote Trust USA

Andy was part of this organization. If you click "Donate" on the right, there are several options, including a snail mail address.

There's a tribute to Andy on the homepage.

http://www.votetrustusa.org/

[Midlodemocrat]

62. kick for andy

[Midlodemocrat]

63. Saturday lunch time kick.

[Midlodemocrat]

66. UPDATE - CHANGE, PLEASE READ.

There is approximately $200 in the flower fund for Andy so far. Claudiajean has posted on the homepage that they are overwhelmed with flowers, but looking for some donations to defray the costs of the service.

I am going to pass on the money to her for this purpose. If anyone who has already donated objects, I will refund your money, just PM me.

Thanks.

[xxqqqzme]

67. right thing 2 do.

Having experienced the mundane, day to day necessities, of 'closing a life', there will certainly be a need for funds in dealing with this.

[Booster]

68. I totally approve; it's even better than just flowers. Thanks.

[yewberry]

80. Hey, question here!

*waving hands*

Hi and thanks for doing so much--minor point: all the flowers they have now will be dead by Saturday. Is Claudiajean going to handle the funds (for an arrangement--someone said that it would mean a lot Andy's mom & I didn't want that to get lost in the shuffle) and donate the rest toward the service/charity/whatever they decide?

(Not wanting to throw a monkey wrench in the works, just wanting to make sure the bases are covered!)

Thanks!

[Midlodemocrat]

81. Claudiajean has indicated that perhaps our

donation could go towards a lovely wreath or something similar. I indicated that I would forward the monies collected for whatever the family chose, and if there was anything left over, I would include a screen shot of the PayPal account and overnight a check to the family.

Thanks, everyone.

[GardeningGal]

82. What is the cut-off date?

I would like to contribute more, but I am unable to until I get paid next week. If I know when the cut-off is I can plan better.

Thanks,
GG

[yewberry]

83. Thank you so much!

Sorry to pester you when you're clearly busy.

I appreciate it.

edit: I can spell. I can.

[Midlodemocrat]

69. Kick, please read the update.

[OmmmSweetOmmm]

70. Money sent. Thank you for doing this. n/t

[greatauntoftriplets]

72. A kick for Midlo....

Thanks for posting.

I am sending something directly to the family.

[BattyDem]

73. Midlodemocrat ...

you said you were passing on the money Claudiajean to defray the costs of the service. So does that mean we should donate to Claudiajean or are you still doing flowers?

Also, is there a snail-mail address or some other way to donate? (Either with you or Claudiajean) I really hate PayPal.

Sorry for all the questions ... this is the first chance I had to get on the Internet today and I'm trying to catch up with all the info. It's a little hard to keep track of it all. It's so nice that everyone's pulling together for Andy and his family. :hug:

[merh]

75. kick

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[merh]

76. .

:hug: for Andy :hug:

[goodboy]

77. kick.

[merh]

78. .

:hug: For Andy :hug:

[in_cog_ni_to]

79. Read update. Donated and please use funds any way you see fit.

:kick: for Andy.

[yewberry]

84. Kick

Back to page 1 with you!

[BeHereNow]

85. General donations?

I would like to send money to Andy's mom and SO
to help out with the costs of his service-
Please PM me if you know where to send a check.
Thank you,
BHN

[EFerrari]

86. The P.O Box works for funds to Ted

Ted Edmundson
P.O. Box 25624
Seattle WA 98165-1124

[BeHereNow]

87. Thanks Sfexpat2000

Got it.
You were right, GH is a very nice man.
BHN

[EFerrari]

88. kicking

[EFerrari]

89. kick

[nedbal]

90. . Kick