Bassy's comment was about John and his campaign. It should not be
interpreted as anything but support for JohnH's excellent efforts. I am
impressed by what JohnH has done, and the support of so many rec.boats
readers, both the regulars, and probably many lurkers. The fact that JohnH
is doing a good job to support his daughter and breast cancer research does
not minimimze anyone else's efforts.

I am surprised that Bassy's warm words has hit a raw nerve with some.

--

Reggie


" JimH" jimh_osudad@yahooDOT comREMOVETHIS wrote in message
...

"Dan Krueger" wrote in message
link.net...
basskisser wrote:

JohnH wrote:

Yesterday morning the total contributions to the Susan G. Koman Breast
Cancer Foundation was less than $500. Right now it's within a dollar of
being at $1100. Much of this came from the generosity of you guys, and
we
really appreciate it!

If any of you still care to make a small donation, please do so. The web
site is:

[url] http://www.active.com/donate/varace4cure/JohnHerring

By now, those of you who've contributed should have received a 'thank
you'
email from me, in addition to the receipt for your income tax. If I've
let
one slip, chew on me for a while.
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'Til next time,

John H



Good. I'm glad that people you consider "friends" here, even if online
only, have come around in a time of need.


That sounds a bit negative and John never used the word "friends".

The bottom line is that he has set a realistic goal and there are enough
people here to hit that number without missing a meal.

Dan



Come on folks.

Does John consider only those who contribute to *his* cause as friends,
even though others contribute to the same cause in a general way (it all
goes to the same basic fund) and have done so for the past 20 years?? I
don't think so.

For us..........we have been (substantial) contributors to this cause for
the past 20 or so years. Most importantly we have had personal
experiences in the recent past with breast cancer.

As I said earlier to John, our thoughts and prayers are with his
daughter......perhaps the most important thing when you think about it.

With that said.......please keep the contributions and prayers coming for
John's daughter. I know that the emotions and pain that he, his wife
and daughter are going through cannot be accurately described in words to
those who have not gone through it. Yet I do know that spiritual support
(as well as monetary for the breast cancer research) is appreciated.

I hope I did not speak out of line John. I was only trying to provide
some additional support for a friend. ;-)