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04-29-2013, 11:56 PM | #1 |
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Fundraiser for Tom Harding
For those of you who didn't hear, Tom Harding was in the hospital a while back (no no, it wasn't the mental institution like last time, he escaped from there already . He busted his leg and foot up BAD .
Normally I'd tell him to suck it up, but the fact is Tom is self employed and has a daughter as well, he's been out of work for two months now and the bills are stacking up. I'm not trying to guilt you guys into throwing down for him, but we thought we'd just like to show him that we care, he's not going to be blowing this on spearguns or fun stuff (or the sex change he so desperately wants) it's the day to day things that add up. Regardless of what you've heard Tom is a good guy who only eats zebra perch because he lacks the man skills to shoot real fish . The tribe has always been supportive in times like this and every bit counts. If you would like to throw in, the procedures as follows: Here's the PAYPAL instructions: log into http://paypal.com and enter your account info (or make an account) click on "Send Money" under TO type in: oakpwr@sbcglobal.net under "AMOUNT" type in whatever you are donating they changed the next set of procedures, the next part says "What are you sending money for?". CLICK ON "I'M SENDING MONEY TO FAMILY OR FRIENDS". This will ensure nobody gets charged taxes or paypal fees. Click "Continue" the next page is a review page. Double check the amount being sent, BEFORE YOU CLICK ON "SEND MONEY" MAKE SURE YOU DO THE FOLLOWING: In the "MESSAGE (optional)" box type in: 2013 Spearo Fundraiser Your name Your email address and telephone number Then Click "SEND MONEY" Every bit will help, I'll keep a running list of who donated and will update it weekly, I'll run this for a month or so until Tom gets back on his feet and I'll cut a check to him for our donations. I don't want to list the amounts of all the donations because to me it's cool if you are just throwing in 1$ or whatever, but I definitely want to recognize the guys who threw in extra heavy . Fools who parted with their money: Alex Ray Chris Oak Michael Dong $200 Bill McIntyre $100 Jamie Padgett $125 Tino Bernazzani $100 Joe Nguyen $100 Mike La Riva Sent tom the first check! Steve Veros $100 John Morozumi Logan McLeod Michael Dong$269 Stephan Grothues $150.00
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04-30-2013, 12:14 AM | #2 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Chris, sounds good. Thanks, Mike L.
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04-30-2013, 09:28 AM | #3 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Done...
Thanks Chris. Get well soon Tom and I will see you at the Jack
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04-30-2013, 10:28 AM | #4 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Ive had the pleasure of meeting tom a few times. He is super knowledgable, humble about diving and funny as hell. He is WAY cooler than Dave ploessel.
Get well soon Tom. Don't spend the money on 5 star hotels in Europe at a free diving competition alright brother? |
04-30-2013, 10:54 AM | #5 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
I just want to say that no one should hold back from donating just because Tom is gay. Lets not judge.
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04-30-2013, 11:08 AM | #6 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
I wish I had money to give. Tom has taken me out diving, lent my dad and I thousands of dollars worth of gear, and taught me a lot about the sport. Thanks for everything Tom. My dad siad he's taking care of that gun the airlines F'd up.. hope it's back in working order by now!
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04-30-2013, 12:15 PM | #7 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Thanks guys, Tino Just threw in another $100!!
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04-30-2013, 02:39 PM | #8 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Dude, you feeling okay? That is F'ed up man...
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04-30-2013, 02:44 PM | #9 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
It was a joke, in keeping with other things Chris said in his initial post. For instance, Tom wasn't really in a mental hospital, and he really doesn't want a sex change, but Chris said those things about him.
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04-30-2013, 05:21 PM | #10 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
I typically would be anonymous about a donation; but in this case I feel it is important to truthfully portray the gravity of the situation. From what I understand, Tom landed on his left foot with incredible force, dislocated his knee; thereafter, his FEMUR slammed into the ground (instead of his foot).
I will be donating $1000, to help make ends meet, while he recovers. Get well soon buddy. (I took this photo from his Facebook page, without asking his permission) Last edited by Scott Diego; 04-30-2013 at 09:20 PM. |
04-30-2013, 05:23 PM | #11 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Damn Scott, you're the man! That's great!
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04-30-2013, 09:12 PM | #12 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
Scott your my Hero !!!
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04-30-2013, 09:14 PM | #13 |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
No bill your wrong , Tom doesn't like it in the ass
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04-30-2013, 09:40 PM | #14 | |
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04-30-2013, 11:54 PM | #15 | |
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Re: Fundraiser for Tom Harding
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BUMP!!!
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