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Trying to raise money for my son to get a laptop for college. This has been a tough year for us and Im unable to work right now because of a medical issue. Pierre suggested a "go fund me" campaign.
Pierre and the Fiddlershop made a direct donation of $130 (before the go fund me). You are an amazing person sir !! Im grateful beyond words brother !!
gofundme.com/w7fsqf7s
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So happy that a fund is set up Barry.
I am sending the best of vibes and good luck that you are able raise funds!
What a great start from our Friend in Violin!
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Thought I'd share a little bit about Cory. He has always been a well mannered great kid, not just saying that because he is my son. He decided in 5th grade he wanted to be a programmer. Of course, I thought we'll see as you know how kids change their minds, I know i did as a kid.
But Cory stayed the course and never changed his mind. During a high school science fair, while other kids were gluing things on cardboard, Cory created a video game called "Boredom Deleted" , needless to say the other kids liked his display.
He wrote such a great essay in his Junior year that they had him coach the Junior class in his Senior year, then decided it was a good idea to have him talk to the freshman's as well before he was gone. Its funny, as even in elementary school he would go read to the younger classes.
As you can see by his picture he was well adorned at graduation, he is even missing a couple ropes as we couldnt afford them, but he was cool with that.
The computer we are trying to raise money for is for his programming classes. A 6 gig harddrive is the minimum he needs. With me unable to work right now we cant afford it and college will start in August, this is why I started this, as a friend suggested.
So to those that have already donated and those that will..a huge heartfelt thank you.
This boy is one of the good ones, please help make his dream's come true
thanks
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I love to hear you talk about Cory.
Proud papa and what a good son. Will he be going away for college or staying in town?
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coolpinkone said
I love to hear you talk about Cory.Proud papa and what a good son. Will he be going away for college or staying in town?
about 30 miles away Middle Tennessee State (MTSU) he went up for a two day stay in May and got his classes and such
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How very truly exciting for Cory and your family.
SUPER PROUD!!! 
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coolpinkone said
How very truly exciting for Cory and your family.SUPER PROUD!!!
Its very exciting, Im so proud of him, but Im sure you already know that
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I'm happy to see you doing what you can to get Cory what he needs to be successful in life Barry. I think that these situations and how we handle them help mold our kids into what they become in the future. Many parents just let their children fend for themselves and unfortunately, it doesn't always work out. Hope you can get him a powerful computer that will satisfy his needs in college and maybe even the beginning of his future career.
I believe it looks like you guys will meet the goal. I have my fingers crossed in any case.
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I'm happy to see you doing what you can to get Cory what he needs to be successful in life Barry. I think that these situations and how we handle them help mold our kids into what they become in the future. Many parents just let their children fend for themselves and unfortunately, it doesn't always work out. Hope you can get him a powerful computer that will satisfy his needs in college and maybe even the beginning of his future career.
I believe it looks like you guys will meet the goal. I have my fingers crossed in any case.
Thanks Pierre !! and a thank you to all you wonderful folks for chipping in !!
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After a successful yardsale I've lowered the goal to $300 . We are almost there !!! A BIG THANK YOU to those that have donated and those that will !
We couldnt have done it without you !!
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You don't need to lower the goal IMO. I bet the extra money could go towards other important costs. You probably had to give up some things that you didn't want to at your yard sale.
How is your back now?
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Fiddlerman said
You don't need to lower the goal IMO. I bet the extra money could go towards other important costs. You probably had to give up some things that you didn't want to at your yard sale.
How is your back now?
Back is better today, Im sure it was mostly from moving heavy things at the yardsale (which with an umbilical hernia I guess I shouldnt be doing anyways)
As for lowering it, yes, youre right, I sold things I'd of rather kept, but also, Im asking people to donate their money to help me achieve a cause, and that goal is the main thing.
I dont want to take any more then what I need
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You are just too nice of a guy Barry.
I hope you meet that goal soon. You guys deserve it.
Very happy to hear that your back is better.
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$30 left to reach his goal !! ya'll are amazing !! The string community is the best family a person can have, my heartfelt thanks ya'll
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That is because we appreciate having you as our friend Barry. 🙂
Good luck with the goal. I feel confident that it will be obtained.
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HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE !!!!
The goal has been reached !!! Thank you to each and everyone of you that pitched in !!!
ya'll rock !! 
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