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toniarrowsmith
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My cat is an otherwise happy, healthy kitty, however; due to some recent medical issues she needs help. Any donation, no matter how big or how small would be very helpful and greatly appreciated. You can check out her story here: http://www.gofundme.com/trinitypenelope
Thank you for your help!
great idea
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I will gladly donate money if your cat is ever taunted by some teens on a bus.
BuffaloHawk
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haHa
I was going to suggest hitting up Karen Klein for a donation.
gracie
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Great Idea, I would expect a crude, heartless remark like that from you - but Buffalo - I'm surprised.
Obviously neither one of you owns a pet - otherwise you would understand your comments are uncalled for.
When my dog died recently a co-worker thought it was "funny" to give me a "sympathy" card she made the day after my dog died - depicting my dog dead. I had that dog for 14 years and this bit*h thinks it is "funny" to make a joke out of my dog's death.
To both of you, there's a time and place for remarks like yours - this isn't it.
pennygirl
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Gracie...look at how long the OP has been a member. Look at the tone of the post. I don't doubt she wants help to pay her cat's medical bills but it's a bit brash to sign up on a neighborhood forum just to ask for money. A description of what exactly is happening would be a lot better than a link. There have been a few people in the past who raked the cash in from myballard members. They never really posted afterwards.
teigyr
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That is pretty brazen, isn't it.
We've got a cat with an undiagnosed problem, a specialty vet would probably confirm or deny some things. For now, we work with our local vet and do trail and error. We have another one that is having some thyroid problems...one who is chunky...one who has hip problems and has problems jumping. Our "normal" one? She's elderly and is a bit neurotic.
Sorry, OP, I think it's tactless to appear on a neighborhood forum without nary an introduction and expect money from people. I have sympathy for your cat most decidedly, your cats parent seems to be a bit delusional though.
If anyone wanted to donate to our vet fund, it would be greatly appreciated. Besides the vet costs, we also have specialty food we buy. We also lost a stray cat we adopted this past year, he was expensive and we had him about a week :(
[edited] animals and pets are my soft spot. It might go easier for you to have a yard sale or something other than asking strangers for money. While I have no doubt your cat needs vet care, I also have some people in Nigeria requesting my attention and sadly enough, they are as real to me as you are.
toniarrowsmith
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My intentions were not to be "brash" or "brazen". I do realize that I am new to this forum, however; at the suggestion of some of my neighbors in our Ballard community I decided to give this a shot. I am not one to ever ask for help, so out of desperation I decided to swallow my pride for once and try to reach out for some help. I apologize if I have offended anyone, as I don't typically participate in these types of online forums, however; this was not the feedback I was expecting.
Gracie, thank you for backing me up. As someone who so desperately wants to find a way to help my cat, I want to give you my deepest sympathy for what you went through with your dog. Unfortunately, this is the typical reaction that most people seem to have towards pets and it is truly disheartening.
All of that being said, I am trying to figure out how to remove my post from this forum. Again, sorry if I offended anyone, but if this is the reaction that I'm going to be receiving towards something I am having a hard time dealing with, then I want nothing to do with this online community.
teigyr
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Instead of removing it, why not just say a little bit about yourself? How long you've been here, just stuff. This community is surprisingly really helpful but there ARE also requests for money and those people move on never even to come back to update. I have no doubt that you're being sincere.
Look, I know what it's like. I also know every time I go out the door (or online) people are asking for money. It's hardest to say no when there are pets involved but how do you know who's legit, etc. I don't think you'd walk into a room of strangers and ask people for a donation or handout. Why here? If the people in the room knew you, that might make a huge difference.
SunriseSunset
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If you want to donate to the cause for this poster's kitty, do so. Otherwise, keep your mouths shut. Not very nice people have taken over this forum and this is the first posting I have made in a month. It isn't nice to have snarky comments made. I apologize for their insensitivity.
Could you give us the name of the vet where your kitty is being treated? I will be glad to go to the vet and leave a donation in your name.
Cate
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tonia - I went to your link, she is a pretty girl with a sweet face. As a cat owner myself I know how heartbreaking it can be when your pets are sick, they don't even understand what is wrong but still hurt. I too would do almost anything, even something "brazen" to help my two little "girls." This really is a very helpful and giving community but I have noticed that most new members take a little harassment for their first few posts - and since your first post was about money so...
My suggestion would be to try the School of Veterinary Medicine at WSU. They do provide care to sick animals - kind of like when you go to a teaching hospital and the interns are there. My second suggestion is that many vets have information on loans for veterinary costs - if you qualify for a loan it can get you through the immediate situation. Finally, thee are a fair number of animal lovers on Kickstart and it is larger with a broader audience than the site you posted on. Best wishes to your sweet girl.
SunriseSunset
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Cate - I have missed your reasoned and kind posts. Thank you for the valuable advice and good suggestions for the poster and for your inordinate patience with those on the forum who are cruel.
pennygirl
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No-one is being cruel SS. Even Cate intimated that a first post wanting money might be a little....
People on this forum are perfectly happy to put their hands in their pockets, but they need to feel like they actually know what's going on without having to click a link. Remember Booboo? How about the yard sale gal? Henry's dog?
Cate
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SunriseSunset - And I have missed your well-reasoned posts kind. I have been taking a break for much the same reason you have.
pennygirl
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Whatever. I hope the two of you have donated.
Booboo:
SunriseSunset
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I remember many events of the past on the Forum. One, in particular, would make those who are recently so cruel cut out their tongues. Perhaps when we have reached the lowest common denominator neighbors will again give one another a break and cut each other some slack.
I would like to donate to the fund to care for this kitty. A vet's name, a link, is good. I would do the same for a two-footed critter in need as well.
SunriseSunset
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Whatever?
Those were the days, my friend.
pennygirl
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She posted a link. You just have to click on it.
iPlod
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Is it a better lesson to retreat and complain, or to step forward with some courageous examples of barb deflection?
Okay, how about at least showing the world how you can wade through the muck without being covered by it?
SunriseSunset
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Dear iPlod - Please tell me how we can wade through the muck without being covered by it. Or is the answer to withdraw from the world.
teigyr
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"One, in particular, would make those who are recently so cruel cut out their tongues."
huh?
I know some have set up accounts at a vet's office. If it's a matter of food, what about gift cards to Mud Bay or All The Best? Most vets, too, will work out a payment plan. Even at the emergency vet, who didn't know us because she wasn't our normal vet, would work out payments.
I don't think I'd just click on a link to send someone money and possibly my credit card info. I would be inclined, however, to stop by a vet's office and put money toward a fund. I HAVE done that. Even if the poster is "one and done" with the money plea, I know the money is going toward a vet bill and that the story is real.
OP wasn't too subtle with her name and is easily searchable so therefore I tend to think she's being honest. I also see far too many "click to donate to this horribly burned child" posts (not here, granted) only to have it all debunked on Snopes.
SunriseSunset
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Teigyr - We're on the same page here. You're right - smart people don't click a link to donate to a cause or give out credit card information.
The OP came on here, new, but looking for help.
pennygirl
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Um...That's what I said in the first place.
iPlod
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Wear your hip waders, dear SS cause there's always a hole nearby more than ankle deep. Muck is much more tolerabler when it can't make you itch.
If somebody offends you, ask yourself if it's somebody you care about. If it isn't, then why should you care what they think or say?
pennygirl
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I love iPlod.
BuffaloHawk
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seriously
I was joking everyone needs to drink Kool-Aid and sing the song " Kumbaya"
Peace.. Big Smiles.. Gray will turn to Blue
pennygirl
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You are a cat torturer BH. Shame on you and your hippy roots.
BuffaloHawk
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Life is Good
need to do some weeding here mate.. everyone is aware of scams lately and not that this is the case but need to be cautious with the purse strings.. I have access to my finance info as it should be but just a little tepid lately and with all the cat avatars this place could play the perfect scam..
Buyer beware
iPlod
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My point SS, is I think you are more than capable of holding your own here and injecting your usual wit and wisdom for the benefit of most, rather than withdrawing and diminishing the richness of the forum. (Selfish, I know)
SunriseSunset
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iPlod -You are a wordsmith. . ."rather than withdrawing and diminishing the richness of the forum." A formidable line. I will follow your lead on this one. Although you are missing from the local scene (for the moment) your presence is appreciated.
Whattaguy.
iPlod
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Ya wanna wrestle? Huh, do ya? Show yer stuff ya wimp. OW!
Please stay SS.
Ernie
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If you want to donate to the cause for this poster's kitty, do so. Otherwise, keep your mouths shut. Not very nice people have taken over this forum and this is the first posting I have made in a month
If you look at this objectively, only "not very nice people" would post once in a month and tell folks to "keep your mouths shut".
IMHO, as an owner of multiple pets, someone with an 11 y.o. cat should have a budget for vet bills. What was described in the link was not at all out of the norm for pet ownership.
BuffaloHawk
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Good Night Ballard...
Peace, Love & Happiness in the A.M.
SunriseSunset
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Biff! Pow! Been watchin' but not swingin', Ernie.
iPlod? I'm back. In form. On the form. Seeking the truth, slappin' the snarks from here to there.
Ya' think there's any beauty left? I am looking for it and truth. It's so damned rare.
iPlod
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"Peace, Love & Happiness in the A.M."
& just what the hell is that supposed to mean?
SunriseSunset
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Yeah, BuffaloChips! What happens in the PM? Anger, protest, hunger, a right clip to the left jaw?
iPlod
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Gimme a black eye SS so I can bloody yer nose! >:D
SunriseSunset
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Ya' gotta find my nose first ya big galoop! Hey. Wait a minute. I don't even know what a galoop is - I'm already in shit up to my Google.
iPlod
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I'm not a galooper either so quit talking recipes.
SunriseSunset
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I can talk recipes all day long, so just pipe down. One part galoop, one part shittola, one part lies and snarks and. . .hold it. . .start over. . .ten parts crappola. . .flush. . .are you ready. . .it's the new and improved MyBallardForum.
It's new. It's clean. It's green. No, I lied. The green is mold.
great idea
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I am sorry if I offended any of you with my flippant remark (second from the top).
I meant no harm.
we all know there are many scams on this board. This is obviously not one of them since the op came back to clarify.
while crowdsourcing has it’s place, I agree w/ ernie that these are typical ‘cat getting older’ sorts of issues. if this animal had been hit by a car or other unforeseen event, that would make it a different scenario.
also, knowing the owner would help. I don’t really know any of you from adam (ok a few maybe;), but I would sooner consider donating to a known contributing member.
some people love animals enough that they’d consider donating anyway.
To that I say ‘bump’!
Edog
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My dog pooped today!
great idea
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To that I say 'rump!'
teigyr
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Yeah but OP had a bit of indignation and humility and never really DID say much of anything except for "fine, I don't want to be a part of this" when people questioned.
If I walked up the street, knocked on a door, and asked for money as I told a story about my cat, I'd probably get the door slammed in my face. If I did the same thing but explained where I lived (though granted you'd want to not be exact online), explained why I couldn't pay for it (unemployed, don't make much money, etc) and gave a human side to my predicament, the door might not be slammed as quickly. It's easy to ask for something and then say "f you" if people question. It's not so easy to open up (again carefully online) and try to let people get to "know" you.
OP pretty much wasn't subtle with her user name and it appears that she is working. If she doesn't want to talk to us anymore, talk to the vet, get an account set up at the vet, or do any number of suggestions, maybe she should set up a collection jar where she works?
Ballardbuzz
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put a sock in it teigyr, or did all that back pedaling wear out ya sock.
lifeisamazing
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Ask your vet about Care Credit. It is a loan of sorts that you pay back by a certain time and there is no interest (but be very careful to pay it off in time otherwise they getcha). I used it the last time I took Tock... Milo... uh Bug maybe...might've been Sonny or Pinky I don't know, one of them, to the vet.
The garage sale or bake sale idea it good. I have to say, if you offered something like pet sitting/dog walking, yard work or whatever you're able to do, the people on this forum would rally 'round much better. You might find people paying much more than what your asking for whatever services you offered in order to "help those who help themselves".
I wish you and your kitty the best.
lifeisamazing
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actually I think you can google care credit to see about it if your vet doesn't know
lifeisamazing
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Gracie, your post sickened me. There was more going on there than thoughtlessness. She actually spent the time and energy to "make" a card!!?? Sounds like she could help a psychiatrist buy a boat with her anger issues. I'm sorry that happened to you.
gracie
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lifesamazing - Thank you. It really hurt but more than that made me so angry. And she is so clueless she just didn't get it (or chose not to.) She was laughing when she gave it to me. All I could think was "karma, baby, karma." Oh yeah, and also "you castrating b*tch"!!!
And great idea, thank you for apologizing to this woman. And I probably went off too much at you and Buffalo but it just hit a sore spot.
lifeisamazing
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Gracie, I don't imagine you actually said "you castrating b*tch" although how lovely that would have been. But do you still work with her so that you can go back to her and say something else - less likely to get you fired. (please pleeeeeaseee can I help you come up with it) Oh how un-Zen of me. That's OK, I'm not that enlightened.
I just can't stand it when people like that aren't called on their stuff. Even when they are called on it and say something deflective like "I'm just kidding" I love the very calm response "You can say you're just kidding (or whatever they say to deflect it as these kind of people always do) but you know and I know how disturbingly hateful what you just did is" Just so they know that their deflection didn't work.
Now I went on a rant. Apparently this kind of stuff hits a sore spot in me too. Maybe I can help a psychiatrist buy a boat : )
gracie
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Unfortunately I only thought castrating b*tch. I was so down over the loss of my dog that I just couldn't muster up anything. I, unfortunately, have to work with her every day and celebrate the days she is off. I wish so much now I had said something like you suggested. She is a liar, backstabber, malicious gossip & I know it but she doesn't know I know. She has said some other hurtful or uncalled for type of things about other situations in office. I'm stronger now since that day with the card & I have called her on her uncalled for, crude, malicious comments. And I did it in a manner like you suggested. But have to tell you it's harder and harder to hide my distain for her.
teigyr
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oh ballardbuzz, are you imagining things again? Maybe it's to do with education or, I get it. Do you eat vegetables? Did you know there are benifits? Or who knows, maybe your favorite toy got stolen. It's ok, school will start up again soon.
gracie
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lifesamazing - I just thought of situation at work that I did respond in kind right away. I had joined Weight Watchers to lose 30 pounds and doing quite well. This male co-worker comes up & says "heard you are on Weight Watchers. That's good because now men won't find you so repulsive." (And the idiot thought it was a compliment!) I replied, "And I heard that men that say things like that to women are impotent." He got pissed & walked away. Found out later he was impotent! That night at WW meeting leader asked why I was so quiet;told her & the whole group (and it was a very large class) were going to go to my office and get after him. Told them not necessary & told them what I said to him. Got a standing ovation!
lifeisamazing
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Having someone very near and dear to me deal with impotence I hope no one reading this is hurt but I am glad that someone like him who clearly judges all interactions by his own mean ego got his. Maybe it will make him think twice about being hurtful to the next person he sets his sites on. Jeez! What kind of a place has so many people that are so awful! I hope that at some point you will find a place to work with kind people. Oh and congrats on moving toward your goal to be more healthy!!
Wow, we have really hijacked this thread. oops
gracie
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Yep, hijacking away! I truly didn't know he was impotent when I said it - it was a knee jerk reaction to him acting so "manly" (and he SO wasn't) and being pissed at what he said. He eventually retired, thank goodness. He wasn't a very nice person.
I'm trying to be more healthy but there are days when Paseos just calls to me - but they have tofu there and fish special of the day. Love their black beans.
Edog
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How come threads about cats always become about insulted women?
BuffaloHawk
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E
I saw a woman at the Safeway in Greenwood with a t-shirt that said " Cats are like potato chips. You can't just stop at one". It made me wonder if it was someone from the MyBallard forum ;)
haHa
teigyr
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Edog, because we're m'fing sensitive and delicate. That and you men, why do you mean treat us this way?
Humane Society was at Safeway in Greenwood today. There was THE most adorable dog there who was looking for a home. Cats too.
BuffaloHawk
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That was quick.. maybe it was teigyr j/k ...
gracie
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BH - it wasn't me with the T-shirt!!!
Edog
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Treat you like what? A sad kitten needing medical attention and a trust fund at a shelter?
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