Posted by oldhippie_IL on 6/25/06 7:13pm
Msg #128291

Sylvia's Dog/Why I LOVE the notary business

Seeing this and how people are getting together to just send a few bucks to help someone in need is just what I love about this job. Thanks Brenda, and thanks to all the wonderful people out there. I think it's fantastic!! You would never see this in the corporate world. Believe me, I work in one.

Reply by Laura Upton on 6/25/06 7:35pm
Msg #128299

I agree. and for those of you who think we are crazy, let me tell you this. donate the money and get the info that Brenda is giving out...and trust me, its worth the 25.+ she talks about. So, if you cant do it out of the generosity of your heart (which i did) look at it as a business investment well worth it.
laura

Reply by Janlee_MI on 6/25/06 7:56pm
Msg #128306

Brenda thank you for being a very wonderful person and

I hope it helps Sylvia and her dog.

Reply by Pamela on 6/25/06 8:50pm
Msg #128318

Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Why I LOVE the notary business

Oldhippie,

A few years ago, a friend and co-worker went outside one morning and discovered that her beloved pet dog had been poisoned. When she came to work she was literally in tears. In our office (very large), there is usually a collection envelope passed around for someone who is ill etc. . .

I took it upon myself (with manager approval), to pass the envelope around (within our section). There was a lovely card attached. With the money received, I bought her a beautiful, large, standing plant for her office and a smaller one for her book stand. She was truly touched at the kindness of people!

HOWEVER, there were those few (not in our section) who mocked my actions, stating that I was passing around the envelope for a dog!

It is really disturbing when there are people who have no heart or sense of community!

Pam

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/25/06 8:53pm
Msg #128320

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

Amen Sister - *sense of community!*

Sylvia call the vet in the morning and make the appointment. We are at $880 if everyone sends their checks in. We need $120 more and it's a done deal.

Reply by Laura Upton on 6/25/06 9:05pm
Msg #128326

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

whats the deadline for when you need money?

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/25/06 9:15pm
Msg #128333

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

I feel the growth is probably starting to really affect the dog as she already has problems with doing her business. We already have a total of $790.00 in hand. I feel comfortable that the ones who are saying they are going in the mail today are sending them today. You've already sent yours, right?

I did not know we were going to get it done today! I had originally said July 10th to set the very last date. I did not ask Sylvia - However, the sooner the better for the dog as I am sure she's uncomfortable at this point.

I'd also say that if we run a few dollars over we should go ahead and send them to Sylvia as there will be meds and follow ups. I will definitely cut it off at $1100.00. I talked to Sylvia this afternoon and the amount they she will be charged is $1032 because they want to spay her at the same time rather than coming back. LB needs to never have pups after this.

Reply by Laura Upton on 6/25/06 9:19pm
Msg #128336

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

Yes, I paypall'ed mine. Was just wondering; as if its in the future, i may be able to donate more; but at this point i cannot. If i get a windfall that i am not expecting, i will paypal it to you with the same note as before, as i trust you will send it to Sylvia. I am so happy that we all have been able to help her today! that is amazing! the generosity of notaryville is wonderful. I am so proud to be a part of all of this and associated with everyone. thanks! laura

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/25/06 9:13pm
Msg #128330

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

Brenda
I just don't know what to say, or how I can ever thank you and all the others on this board who are willing to help someone they have never met.

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/25/06 9:17pm
Msg #128334

Well, Sylvia - you just hug yourself and know that you are

loved and appreciated. All those newbie questions...all those patient answers...all those forms you have looked at...

ALL THOSE TIMES YOU HAVE GIVEN $$$$ to people who needed help.

Just enjoy it. You deserve it sweet lady.

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/25/06 9:18pm
Msg #128335

Sylvia - be sure to tell LB's daddy she's going to be fine. n/m

Reply by TitleGalCA on 6/25/06 9:22pm
Msg #128338

Ms Sylvia -

It's nothing more than a gesture of appreciation for everything you have given to ME. Thank you - this is just a tiny way of saying thank you. Sleep well and know you're loved.

Reply by Laura Upton on 6/25/06 9:23pm
Msg #128341

Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

Sylvia, i dont know you, but i have seen your posts on here many times and appreciated your knowledge and willingness to share. So, thank you for all your help too. Hugs to you and Little Bit! Know that we all care and did it because we wanted to share BACK with you!

laura

Reply by Pamela on 6/25/06 9:27pm
Msg #128343

Sylvia Re: Oldhippie Re: Sylvia's Dog/Pam & Sylvia

Sylvia!

No Problem!

That's what "Notary Friends" are for ( "Smile"!

May God Bless!

Pam

Reply by hcampersFL on 6/26/06 7:12am
Msg #128417

Sylvia we have met. Just not in person.

I met you the first time I had a signing and was sweating it so bad that I didn't know what to do and posted here on a Saturday and you called me right away and had me fax you the form that I was concerned with. We met the time you had a problem with you fax machine and I tried (but failed) to help. We met the time I needed words of encouragement and you posted a helpful answer. We met when I have went to your website and learned something helpful.
We my friend have met!
Beverly

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/26/06 7:14am
Msg #128418

Re: Sylvia we have met. Lovely post, Bev.

I met Sylvia here when I was a newbie and lurking. I read, read, read, and read her words...and I learned so much.

Reply by Becca_FL on 6/25/06 9:43pm
Msg #128351

We ARE a good group here.

I've always known that and no matter what some say, we will continue to be a good group. We care, we encourage, we teach, we learn and we support one another. We are a community and I'm proud to be a part of it.

Reply by TitleGalCA on 6/25/06 9:51pm
Msg #128356

Me too Becca, pride

mixed with thanks. Thanks to you too. You're a pro.

Reply by Becca_FL on 6/25/06 10:13pm
Msg #128363

Awe, shucks :)

Sue, please give Chachi a BIG WET kiss from me & Macy.

Reply by Dee_Fla on 6/26/06 1:41am
Msg #128393

see my message in regards to this on #128390

Reply by CaliNotary on 6/26/06 2:44am
Msg #128405

You really had to post this six different times? That really is the exact difference between your situation and Sylvia's situation.

I just did some checking. In message 83118 you made a post soliciting donations for the PPMD Disney marathon. Nobody said anything about your request being inappropriate for the board. In message 92355 you made a post asking for donations for airline reward points. A discussion ensued about Jerry Lewis and MD, but nobody said anything about your request being inappropriate for the board.

Message 110478, a request from you for recycling ink cartridges, nobody said anything about your request being inappropriate for the board. Message 109635, an anonymous person posts a request to make donations to the March of Dimes. THAT is the one that got jumped all over. And your name is nowhere to be found in that thread, but I'm assuming that you were the anonymous poster.

So do you really need this spelled out for you? The only time anybody jumped all over you was when you posted anonymously. If Sylvia came anonymously on this board and asked for a donation for her dog, do you really think the reaction would be the same? Or do you think it would be much more in line than the reactions you got when you posted anonymously?

The fact is, when you posted under you own name in the messages I referenced earlier, nobody said a word about your posts being inappropriate. THOSE are the messages you need to be looking at in comparison, not the anonymous one. It's not our fault you decided to make the plea for donations anonymously.

So for you to come on this board and act like some great injustice was done to you is just plain tacky, to put it mildly. And for you to make a total of 6 posts whining about it is downright gross.

But I'm going to post this after all 6 of your posts, just to make sure you don't miss it.

Reply by Dee_Fla on 6/26/06 9:18am
Msg #128447

often messages get lost in threads....so i'm sorry if I brought it up!

point taken...adios