Fujis Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Hey GH, just wondering if the auctions will go live soon? I know you've been swamped as of late but we're moving into November soon and we should probably wrap this up before Xmas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 For the life of me, I could have sworn I posted a response here a week ago and it's not here. I don't know if I posted in the wrong thread or if it didn't take, but I had posted an update (I thought). Auctions will go live tomorrow night and run for a week. I've opened up an account on ebay just for these that can be used again in the coming years if anyone wants to (the seller name is 'charitymates'). October was the crappiest month I can think of that ended with my laptop breaking last weekend. Our desktop had already broken so we were using it exclusively until it stopped working (losing the pictures I'd already started taking of some of the customs). But everything is set for tomorrow night and I'm hoping that people are in a giving mood because of the recent hurricanes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fujis Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Thanks for the update GH! Sorry to hear that this past month was so awful but hopefully things can only get better from here! And speaking of the hurricane - do we want to amend the charity that we're supporting? Giving money to the Red Cross or another more specific disaster relief fund might be a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Rex Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 I'm down with this idea, and with the timing of it, it may bring in higher bids while its fresh in everyone's mind. My area dodged a bullet this year, but many are still dealing with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 I would also support that idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattallica Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 sounds good to me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyd Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 I'm good with charity amendment as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanester Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Groundhog, thanks for doing all this. Hopefully, things get better for you now. I've been anxious to see these creations, so I look forward to bidding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Does the Red Cross work for everyone? I'd thought about suggesting this also as I agree it would help more where it's needed and they seem to be the best organization to do the most help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buttheadsmate Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Does the Red Cross work for everyone? Only sick people ....which in the circumstances seems just fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanester Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 The Red Cross helped me out just after Hurricane Katrina. It wasn't about monetary help with them. They helped me reroute my mail, pay some bills, get some clothes, and gave my sons some books (which they loved). My Father-in-Law was living in a small trailer next to his flooded out home and the RC brought him a hot meal everyday. Money can fix a lot of problems, but when you are ankle deep in filth and you don't have a pot to piss in, fresh clothes, food, even just knowing people care can really put hope back in your heart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lobsterman Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Yep, I support the Red Cross idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcastick Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Sounds good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattallica Posted November 2, 2012 Share Posted November 2, 2012 Red Cross Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 This is not meant to be offensive AT ALL, but do y'all realize that this is the first time in 3 years we have not had some sort of natural disaster to take the decision out of our hands? I'm currently working on the auctions right now, but came across this while looking for info in the thread. I guess if we just waited long enough, it was bound to happen. If no one else wants to step up, I'll handle the organization part of it. If anyone else wants to, speak up now or you'll be giving up all rights to criticize me later. I also found this. You get what you pay for with volunteers, I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TM2 Dinobot Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 (edited) Heh. I was just about to post something similar to that. Looks like I beat myself to the punch. Now, show me nekkid pictures. Edited November 3, 2012 by TM2 Dinobot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Charitymates auctions are now live! Again, I'll apologize profusely for how I've screwed this up (and will publicly apologize more for something else I screwed up). This year has been horrible and had I known what all would happen i never would have volunteered (and don't worry, I'll never offer to do it again). I suppose the silver lining is that this will all go towards charity that seems to be more in need right now. With that out of the way, if I messed up any details in the auctions please let me know and I'll do what I can to make it right. And again, I'll take care of any fees involved so whatever the final total is will be all that is donated. Now, start bidding on these things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcastick Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Dude, the group shot looks great! And I wouldn't say you'll never volunteer again, I think you did a great job! Life always has it bumps and horrible crashes, we just dust ourselves off....re-evaluate and move on. Exactly what happen this year, stuff happened....but the auctions still happened and we are still going to help people in need. I think that is the most important part. I still say, Kudos to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fujis Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 Man, I love seeing the Charitymates group shot! Awesome job this year everyone (you too GH) - can you guys believe we've done this six years in a row now? Awesome. Anyway, I've placed my first bid and I hope to get in a few more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boyd Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 What a wonderful group shot. After six years, I think we're getting good at this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 That group shot brought a big smile to my face. I will update the official website and pimp these links later today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luke314pi Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Press releases have been sent out to the major sites, and I updated the CM6 logo to reflect the new charity: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 FYI, I've left everyone that sent customs positive feedback in the Feedback thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
groundhog7s Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Just over a day left on these. This year really seemed to have a more quality than quantity so feel free to over bid as much as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springportguy Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 Who else won one? I cant wait for my new mates! I have a brand new case all ready for them to go in! Thanks to all the customizers and to groundhog for the hard work this year! I hope it earned some decent cash for the red cross! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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