hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 I’ll just say this, as I know @AndyTravis probably won’t, in that the funds from the sale of the Ripper were to add towards what is going to be a fairly hefty invoice for all the works that need doing for Iris. £2,300 doesn’t come close to what Jen and Andy were promised they would be allocated only for the goal posts to have been shifted on them. I don’t see any harm in letting this roll for a bit so that Iris can get what she needs sooner rather than later. 19 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiram.k.hackenbacker Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Link for Page 6 https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/mark-clark-3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkie635 Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 1 minute ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said: I’ll just say this, as I know @AndyTravis probably won’t, in that the funds from the sale of the Ripper were to add towards what is going to be a fairly hefty invoice for all the works that need doing for Iris. £2,300 doesn’t come close to what Jen and Andy were promised they would be allocated only for the goal posts to have been shifted on them. I don’t see any harm in letting this roll for a bit so that Iris can get what she needs sooner rather than later. Hear, hear! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 And now a message from our sponsored… IMG_3120.mov 42 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piers_Williamson Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 1 minute ago, AndyTravis said: And now a message from our sponsored… IMG_3120.mov That's absolutely brilliant! 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAY AGAINST THE MACHINE Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 5 hours ago, AndyTravis said: I’ve just sent chapter and verse to @Clarky - my head has well and truly fallen off. I am humbled and so grateful. The gear sale may have to continue as there’s a lot of work to do (detailed in my essay to Clarky) - basically to make the thing work in its entirety, we have to lose the family living room and move the kitchen… Iris will get her statutory grant - not anything like enough to follow the original plans of her own space; we will make it work somehow. We could do a massive remortgage, but in a world where our mortgage payments went up about 25% last year - we cannot financially do it. We cannot relocate as we rely heavily on our family network for her appointments and the other kids too. They did say there was a relocation Grant available…then told us the rules changed…because we work. 😒 My original idea of winning the lottery hasn’t quite worked as I’d planned… What I do know is this…you’re all absolutely feckin brilliant. Please do not remortgage.. please do not get a loan to consolidate . Been there . Done that. Crashed and burned . 😬These things very rarely work out well . The only other thing if I may , location is most important . If the area you live in suits you and the family , stay there . Wishing you all a positive outcome going forward .. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SamIAm Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 2 minutes ago, AndyTravis said: And now a message from our sponsored… IMG_3120.mov Simply GORGEOUS!!! Sam x 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackroadkill Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 2 minutes ago, AndyTravis said: And now a message from our sponsored… IMG_3120.mov I'm not crying. I AM NOT CRYING. I AM NOT BLOODY CRYING, OKAY?!!! 10 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby K Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Amazing response in just 24 hours!! Well done everyone and hats off to Clarky for getting the ball rolling in the first place. All the best with everything Andy! 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maude Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 8 minutes ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said: I’ll just say this, as I know @AndyTravis probably won’t, in that the funds from the sale of the Ripper were to add towards what is going to be a fairly hefty invoice for all the works that need doing for Iris. £2,300 doesn’t come close to what Jen and Andy were promised they would be allocated only for the goal posts to have been shifted on them. I don’t see any harm in letting this roll for a bit so that Iris can get what she needs sooner rather than later. Absolutely 👍 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 To everyone involved, I’m baffled. I have to make a really clear point - we’re not destitute hand out folk at all - really not. This is an odd scenario for me and I’m rubbish at accepting help and knowing what to do with it. As a family we’ve always persevered and somehow managed where we’re at… I know this is not unique, I know all of you have lives, trials and tribulations. So I thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Jenny is knocked out by this - sends her love and thanks. But we have been sold a “dream” and hung onto it for over 4 years - the reality is, Iris manages most tasks, but has zero independence because I have to carry her upstairs or monitor her climbing (she’s able to do this, but has a very fragile head due to Hydrocephalus so it’s risky) - she cannot get herself onto a toilet etc, so she has to be in Pull ups which she’s now becoming embarrassed about. We could’ve moved house - but they assured us they could adapt ours with an extension with a lift, sort of a mini house for iris. I cannot put enough words into this. I’m stunned. @Clarky you are a bloody great person. 29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Please. Its not on me. I merely catalysed a wonderful community into action. BassChat deserves the thanks and Iris deserves this most of all 17 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neepheid Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Aye, you're alright, you lot Well done everyone! And yeah, I'd say keep it running for a wee while to catch any latecomers who wish to donate. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 1 minute ago, Clarky said: Please. Its not on me. I merely catalysed a wonderful community into action. BassChat deserves the thanks and Iris deserves this most of all It’s just the intent, the want to help - the thought process. It’s blown my mind. As I’ve said in another post…to all involved, you’re all welcome if you’re ever passing. I cannot express enough gratitude. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkie635 Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Just now, AndyTravis said: It’s just the intent, the want to help - the thought process. It’s blown my mind. As I’ve said in another post…to all involved, you’re all welcome if you’re ever passing. I cannot express enough gratitude. Right folks. You heard it here first. Andy's gaff next Friday night - byob. 😎 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 1 minute ago, snorkie635 said: Right folks. You heard it here first. Andy's gaff next Friday night - byob. 😎 Do you know what…not a bad shout… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binky_bass Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 I'm genuinely going to Manchester from Essex tomorrow, can we do it then instead? 😄 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 Just now, binky_bass said: I'm genuinely going to Manchester from Essex tomorrow, can we do it then instead? 😄 If you want to join me in work surrounded by 1000 teenagers in Salford… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackroadkill Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 4 minutes ago, snorkie635 said: byob. Bring Your Own Bass? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 But evening - absolutely @binky_bass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 Just now, Jackroadkill said: Bring Your Own Bass? Ooh gawd…it’s not a very big house, but yeah, sod it - bass bash at mine 😆 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 33 minutes ago, hiram.k.hackenbacker said: I’ll just say this, as I know @AndyTravis probably won’t, in that the funds from the sale of the Ripper were to add towards what is going to be a fairly hefty invoice for all the works that need doing for Iris. £2,300 doesn’t come close to what Jen and Andy were promised they would be allocated only for the goal posts to have been shifted on them. I don’t see any harm in letting this roll for a bit so that Iris can get what she needs sooner rather than later. Hear hear!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lee650 Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 Absolutely fantastic turnout today, everybody has been so generous. I'm very proud to be part of this fantastic community. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyTravis Posted October 27 Author Share Posted October 27 31 minutes ago, Jackroadkill said: I'm not crying. I AM NOT CRYING. I AM NOT BLOODY CRYING, OKAY?!!! I am. Had a proper moment before. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piers_Williamson Posted October 27 Share Posted October 27 I think Iris has become our collective mascot (if it wasn't already a pair of dachshunds........wait a minute, I'm a cat lover!). On a serious note, I suspect many of us are parents and we fight ferociously for the wellbeing of our children. I think we are just expressing the support that we can for you. Life has some horrible twists and turns and it is just affirmative for all of us to help your family Andy. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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