please help kenspank.

[formerly known as kenspank]

Sept 4., 2003

Kenneth Spank
AKA Marcus Davis
Silver Spring, MD

Dear Deep House Page,

I'm 29 years old and a chemical engineering undergraduate at Howard University. I have been here between 1992-1994, 1998-1999, and 2002- Present.

I'm a year away from graduating, but it looks like I'm going to need your help to meet this goal.

I have a back balance of about $10,000 from last year and I will need to raise addition $10,000 for this year. I have already missed the deadline for registration and payment, but I'm still in classes hoping this situation will turn for the better.

I am on probation. That makes me inelligble for federal aid. Most of my immediate family members and friends aren't credit worth so I don't qualify for outside loans.

Nevertheless, since june 2003, I have been writing letters to people and selling everything i own to try and come up with the money.

I realize times are tough. However, if you are in position to help me with a donation, please do. If instead you might know someone else that is in a better position to help me, please let them know.

Many obstacles have stood in my way over the years that have made my path difficult, but I am persistant and diligent. I am at the cusp of graduation and I plan to see this thing through till the end.

Your donation will help alot.

Thank you

Marcus C. Davis
1511 November Circle Apt. 102
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301)625-9265

[ September 04, 2003, 01:01 PM: Message edited by: kenspank ]

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Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif

[mhd]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif out of the infinite number of possible responses, this has to be the worst

[JMJ]

Originally posted by mhd:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif out of the infinite number of possible responses, this has to be the worst </font>[/QUOTE]Consider the source.....JMJ :(

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Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif

[JMJ]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif There are some times when it's best to say nothing, Albert. This is one of them......JMJ

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Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif There are some times when it's best to say nothing, Albert. This is one of them......JMJ </font>[/QUOTE]Quit whoring! AR15firing.gif

[Leslie]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif Yes, once again you prove how useless anything you post truly is.

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Originally posted by Leslie:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif Yes, once again you prove how useless anything you post truly is. </font>[/QUOTE]Same goes for you. A+B = C yer way out.

[JMJ]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Looks like I have done my job. graemlins/acclaim.gif There are some times when it's best to say nothing, Albert. This is one of them......JMJ </font>[/QUOTE]Quit whoring! AR15firing.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I am serious. Stop now......JMJ mad1.gif

[Jamie 3:26]

Yo AD,chill man.This brother is trying to better himself and needs help.There is a time and a place to be a smart ass.Right now,you are being a dumbass.

Are you gonna help in any way?

[mhd]

just another obstacle in the way of progress, there will be many more

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Damn!! Y'all woke up on the wrong side of the bed. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[D J 1 3 8]

Perhaps you may want to consider taking time off, working and saving money, then returning to finish school.

Also, maybe there are grants available for people in your position. I am not familiar with the details of such things, but someone at your school may be able to point you in the right direction. I have often been told that there are tons of grants available out there that people just don't know about.

Good luck and stay strong.

[TAD]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif albert d as in dumb ass.

Kenspank, pay him no mind. i would suggest throwing a benefit party. if you're in the dc area maybe people like Doug, Moncef, Sam the Man & others can help organize an event for you.

if 1000 people from this board donate 5 bucks, you're halfway there. my payment is on the way. good luck.

[mhd]

Originally posted by Cosmic_Twin:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif albert d as in dumb ass.

Kenspank, pay him no mind. i would suggest throwing a benefit party. if you're in the dc area maybe people like Doug, Moncef, Sam the Man & others can help organize an event for you.

if 1000 people from this board donate 5 bucks, you're halfway there. my payment is on the way. good luck. </font>[/QUOTE]i was thinking along the same lines, with 3500 members, even small donations would help.

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Originally posted by Cosmic_Twin:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif albert d as in dumb ass.

Kenspank, pay him no mind. i would suggest throwing a benefit party. if you're in the dc area maybe people like Doug, Moncef, Sam the Man & others can help organize an event for you.

if 1000 people from this board donate 5 bucks, you're halfway there. my payment is on the way. good luck. </font>[/QUOTE]Relax you, turd. This has been addressed by a few other ppl on the board. No need for your twat face to grab attention too. So mind yo beeswax, son.

[mhd]

albert, if you chill, you might just learn something, i remember you asking for help

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Originally posted by mhd:
albert, if you chill, you might just learn something, i remember you asking for help I'm chilled. But tell that to the other attention whores that wanna have their say.

[ September 04, 2003, 01:29 PM: Message edited by: Albert Diaz ]

[And]

Sorry to read about this Ken ... It certainly takes a lot of courage to put this out here ... Sadly, I too am a little ... okay a lot on the credit? what's that? side of things. If there's any other way I could help please say .. I hope things work out for the best ... smile.gif
Oooh ... Cosmic Twin has a good idea ... Not sure how easily that could be pulled off but this is the kind of community action I can support.
-

Ahem ... Let's keep the focus off Albert and on the issue at hand ... graemlins/cool_shades.gif

[Jamie 3:26]

Ken,I will send you a lil somethin'.It won't be much,but I will help.If we all can come together on this and help this brother out,I believe this positive energy will come back to ya.

You may want to holla at Sam and the other peeps out there about a benefit party.

[Fletch]

KenSpank,

I feel, ya. I wish I could help you out financially, but I am a student as well.

Consider the positives you wrote. You say that you are "still in classes", despite the $10,000 back tag and probation. Bust those classes out and do what you gotta do. Also, try to get the school to agree to a payment schedule, so you could pay the tuition off little by little. I know it's gonna be a little rough doing that (and getting them to agree to a schedule), but it doesn't hurt to ask and it's a start. The only issue would be that if you are able to finish, the university may hold your degree for back payments.

You are one year left to getting your engineering degree. Are you part time or full? If you are full, have you started sending your resumes to different companies (one year left, now it's about that time)? A far fetched possibility, but who knows? One of them may pay for at least that last year (or more). Dosen't hurt to check on that.

You're in my prayers. Hope this advice helps. Peace.

PS--And please ignore Albert!!!!

['Magic' Juan]

Have you tried applying for grants? Check the internet. You would be surprised how many people are just giving away money for educational purposes. I will try to get you some links. Good luck!

magic_juan

[Koffy Brown]

This would be a good time to party for a cause...

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Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[Monny JcIntosh]

kenspank,

I admire your courage and determination. I'm starting an MA which requires my working every spare hour to get the funding and pay my way. Luckily I have a job where I can shift my days around and do that. I like Cosmic's suggestion, is there a paypal account or something we can contribute to?

Good luck graemlins/thumbsup.gif

[JMJ]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[Discogoddess]

@Kenspank:

Is there a way that donations could be sent directly the school, say, in the name of a particular scholarship fund or something? Perhaps some folks who are willing to give have employers that might match their donations. I'm checking to see if mine would do that (usually, my company's educational institution matches go to the school's general fund). My company matches 3-to-1 on the first $500 given to schools, and 2-to-1 after that, so this is potentially quite lucrative for you.

Also, are their houses of worship with which you are affiliated? Many have funds for students who just don't have quite enough to pay for everything, even after financial aid, scholarships, etc. Try the fraternal organizations. My organization's scholarship arm may or may not be able to help at this late date, but give it a try: AKA Educational Advancement Foundation site (http://www.akaeaf.org/)

Another possibility: Arnold Grisham, partner, Grisham & Prout (an executive search firm), has started a foundation which helps college students with school expenses not covered by other means. I believe the name is The Last Mile Foundation, but I'm not sure. Mr. Grisham spoke at my company's African American networking group meeting a few months ago, and he was very compelling and seems extremely compassionate. Sorry, I couldn't dig anything up online, but I'll keep looking for contact info.

I don't know if you're working at a gig at which you have a 401(k) plan, but perhaps you can borrow against it? I know this is not ideal, but it's a possibility.

Hope all works out for you...

[ September 04, 2003, 01:49 PM: Message edited by: Discogoddess ]

[TAD]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Relax you, turd. This has been addressed by a few other ppl on the board. No need for your twat face to grab attention too. So mind yo beeswax, son. that's gramps to you kid.

[TAD]

Originally posted by mhd:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Cosmic_Twin:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Better start selling yo ass. http://deephousepage.com/smilies/smokin.gif albert d as in dumb ass.

Kenspank, pay him no mind. i would suggest throwing a benefit party. if you're in the dc area maybe people like Doug, Moncef, Sam the Man & others can help organize an event for you.

if 1000 people from this board donate 5 bucks, you're halfway there. my payment is on the way. good luck. </font>[/QUOTE]i was thinking along the same lines, with 3500 members, even small donations would help. </font>[/QUOTE]this is why it's not out of the realm of possibility.

[mhd]

couple of suggestions, in addition to julian and cosmic's:
withdraw and take some courses for credit at udc
get a full-time job at howard and get the tuition benefit, and a salary

what's up with the probation? gotta fix that

can you work full time in your field and go part-time to raise your grades?
you got to erase the balance, with that they will not allow you to defer payments or make monthly payments

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Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I'm not backpeddlin' and I DO stand by my original comment. I can take the heat, but it's obvious that other ppl can't. It's a joke. Did ppl really think that he should go sell his ass? I understand that the board is PC with certain issues, but how is one to know what topics should be treated with care, whilst others can get romped. Now this topic is filled with useless replies about my "joke" of a post rather than ignoring it (maybe even adding to it) and moving on to the real subject of this thread.

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Originally posted by Cosmic_Twin:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Relax you, turd. This has been addressed by a few other ppl on the board. No need for your twat face to grab attention too. So mind yo beeswax, son. that's gramps to you kid. </font>[/QUOTE]Ok, gramps.

[i.be.me]

Hey kenspank,

Sorry to hear about this. I remember what it was like trying to get through undergrad and I'm still paying of grad school.

Hate to be like this, but is it possible that we can send funds directly to your school account? Can you provide that info? I'm more than willing to help out with the few extra $$ I have, and that would make me feel much more comfortable doing so.

good luck!

[JMJ]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I'm not backpeddlin' and I DO stand by my original comment. I can take the heat, but it's obvious that other ppl can't. It's a joke. Did ppl really think that he should go sell his ass? I understand that the board is PC with certain issues, but how is one to know what topics should be treated with care, whilst others can get romped. Now this topic is filled with useless replies about my "joke" of a post rather than ignoring it (maybe even adding to it) and moving on to the real subject of this thread. </font>[/QUOTE]OK, but why joke about somebody on this board trying to finance his education?? Put yourself in somebody else's shoes for a minute. How would you feel if somebody told you to go sell your ass??.....JMJ

[ September 04, 2003, 02:07 PM: Message edited by: JMJ ]

[The Buddy Love Show]

I worked my way through school...it was hard...so is life ....

[Mocambo]

I truly understand where you are at this moment Kenspank. I have literally 4 classes to take for a BA. But, due to a back balance of $2,900 I had to postpone this semester, because the school will hold off on grants until the previous bill is paid. Try the Urban league and other institutions for assistance if possible. To post your situation means you have the desire to overcome all obstacles. You'll make it brother.

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Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I'm not backpeddlin' and I DO stand by my original comment. I can take the heat, but it's obvious that other ppl can't. It's a joke. Did ppl really think that he should go sell his ass? I understand that the board is PC with certain issues, but how is one to know what topics should be treated with care, whilst others can get romped. Now this topic is filled with useless replies about my "joke" of a post rather than ignoring it (maybe even adding to it) and moving on to the real subject of this thread. </font>[/QUOTE]OK, but why joke about somebody on this board trying to finance his education?? Put yourself in somebody else's shoes for a minute. How would you feel if somebody told you to go sell your ass??.....JMJ </font>[/QUOTE]I understand what you're saying. Trust me, I do, but it should not have been taken serious. It seemed (or so I thought) pretty harmless to me. Unfortunately, I can't assume that others will find it harmless too.

Also, I am in his shoes, so I know (or should I say "assume") how he feels and if someone responed the same way towards me, I would have taken it as a joke. How could I not? It doesn't take a genius to realize it was supposed to be harmless. But this is the internet so what do I know about ppl being able to distinguish sarcasm/humor from seriousness.

I chilled once you, J326, and mhd responded that this thread should be taken more serious rather than it being another goofball attempt to post whore - and I can respect that. Unfortunately, others just had to jump on the bandwagon and get their say too when it was already over, and I'm sure the "lets bash Albert for that horrible comment" nonsense will probably continue for the rest of the day - which is sad to say. I can see it already - 5+ pages deep with nonsense about one post. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif

[ September 04, 2003, 06:48 PM: Message edited by: Albert Diaz ]

[JMJ]

Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I'm not backpeddlin' and I DO stand by my original comment. I can take the heat, but it's obvious that other ppl can't. It's a joke. Did ppl really think that he should go sell his ass? I understand that the board is PC with certain issues, but how is one to know what topics should be treated with care, whilst others can get romped. Now this topic is filled with useless replies about my "joke" of a post rather than ignoring it (maybe even adding to it) and moving on to the real subject of this thread. </font>[/QUOTE]OK, but why joke about somebody on this board trying to finance his education?? Put yourself in somebody else's shoes for a minute. How would you feel if somebody told you to go sell your ass??.....JMJ </font>[/QUOTE]I understand what you're saying. Trust me, I do, but it should not have been taken serious. It seemed (or so I thought) pretty harmless to me. Unfortunately, I can't assume that others will find it harmless too.

Also, I am in his shoes, so I know (or should I say "assume") how he feels and if someone responed the same way towards me, I would have taken it as a joke. How could I not? It doesn't take a genius to realize it was supposed to be harmless. But this is the internet so what do I know about ppl being able to interpret sarcasm/humor from seriousness.

I chilled once you, J326, and mhd responded that this thread should be taken more serious rather than it being another goofball attempt to post whore - and I can respect that. Unfortunately, others just had to jump on the bandwagon and get their say too when it was already over, and I'm sure the "lets bash Albert for that horrible comment" nonsense will probably continue for the rest of the day - which is sad to say. I can see it already - 5+ pages deep with nonsense about one post. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]OK. Now go away......JMJ ;)

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Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by JMJ:
</font><blockquote>quote:</font><hr />Originally posted by Albert Diaz:
Damn!! What's up ppl's butts today? ppl actually took what I said serious? Geez! Take a chill pill ppl. Friday is almost here so don't worry, you'll get your drink on soon enough. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif Real bad timing, Albert. Rather than backpeddling, stand by your original comment and take the heat like a man. I have spoken.....JMJ graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]I'm not backpeddlin' and I DO stand by my original comment. I can take the heat, but it's obvious that other ppl can't. It's a joke. Did ppl really think that he should go sell his ass? I understand that the board is PC with certain issues, but how is one to know what topics should be treated with care, whilst others can get romped. Now this topic is filled with useless replies about my "joke" of a post rather than ignoring it (maybe even adding to it) and moving on to the real subject of this thread. </font>[/QUOTE]OK, but why joke about somebody on this board trying to finance his education?? Put yourself in somebody else's shoes for a minute. How would you feel if somebody told you to go sell your ass??.....JMJ </font>[/QUOTE]I understand what you're saying. Trust me, I do, but it should not have been taken serious. It seemed (or so I thought) pretty harmless to me. Unfortunately, I can't assume that others will find it harmless too.

Also, I am in his shoes, so I know (or should I say "assume") how he feels and if someone responed the same way towards me, I would have taken it as a joke. How could I not? It doesn't take a genius to realize it was supposed to be harmless. But this is the internet so what do I know about ppl being able to interpret sarcasm/humor from seriousness.

I chilled once you, J326, and mhd responded that this thread should be taken more serious rather than it being another goofball attempt to post whore - and I can respect that. Unfortunately, others just had to jump on the bandwagon and get their say too when it was already over, and I'm sure the "lets bash Albert for that horrible comment" nonsense will probably continue for the rest of the day - which is sad to say. I can see it already - 5+ pages deep with nonsense about one post. graemlins/jpshakehead.gif </font>[/QUOTE]OK. Now go away......JMJ ;) </font>[/QUOTE]Done. graemlins/bolt.gif

[lyot]

hey Kenspank.. I hope you manage to sort things out..I can't believe your school system is so expensive..

[mhd]

Originally posted by lyot:
hey Kenspank.. I hope you manage to sort things out..I can't believe your school system is so expensive.. that's actually cheap

[formerly known as kenspank]

thanks for the replies.

i have been in classes all afternoon, so i haven't had an opportunity to get back to the computer until now.

i would like to thank Albert Diaz for his comment. just the other day i was joking around with friends about stripping for the money. we were brainstorming cheezy stripper names. "Mr. Ding Dong" and "Mr. Ho-Ho" were finalists.

Anyway, I thank Albert for reminding me to keep my head up and remain optimistic.

To everyone else, I would like to thank you for your various forms of support. I hope that together we can turn something that was a struggle for me into something effortless.

if you feel more comfortable sending payments directly to the school, here's some information...

Payment Schedule

Payment may be made by credit card, (Visa, American Express, MasterCard, Discover), cash, money order, cashier's check or certified check. A $25.00 fee will be charged for all returned checks and subsequent checks will not be accepted. Checks and money orders should include the student's name and Howard University Identification number.

MY NAME AND ID NUMBER ARE:
MARCUS C. DAVIS/ID# 01090041

Students who have a pin number and Howard University ID number may pay by credit card by calling (202) 986-1155 or pay by the internet by logging onto the website www.howard.edu. (http://www.howard.edu.) Billing inquiries should be mailed to:

Office of Student Financial Services
Howard University
MSC 590501
Washington, DC 20059

PLEASE NOTE: I WOULD SUGGEST SENDING YOUR DONATION "REGISTERED MAIL" OR IN SOME WAY WHERE YOU CAN GET A "DELIVERY CONFIRMATION".

OTHERWISE I WILL POST PAYPAL INFORMATION TOMORROW.

[Bold Soul]

Ken - mad respect for your courage to reach out to your community for assistance. My only question is how will the community benefit from supporting you?

[C hristian]

there was an article in the post this past weekend on a woman who racked up $10k in debt from shopping. She set up a website for everyone to help her out of debt.


She did it!

but she's still a shopping addict.

didn't cure the disease.

but if she could do it, you can too!

[Ken1015]

Originally posted by C hristian:
there was an article in the post this past weekend on a woman who racked up $10k in debt from shopping. She set up a website for everyone to help her out of debt.
Yeah, I've read articles about this new phenomenom too. Online begging is all the rage now.

[alex zen]

good luck ken. i barely made it in this semester. i had to resort to begging and minor fraud to cover my tuition. hopefully you can pull it off. i'll try to send you some cash when some of my loans come through, but at the moment i'm surving on ramen, pabst, and sneaky buss passes.

[formerly known as kenspank]

Originally posted by Bold Soul:
Ken - mad respect for your courage to reach out to your community for assistance. My only question is how will the community benefit from supporting you? that's a good question. i will approach it from a few perspectives. first, i try not to turn my back on people in need. i know what it feels like to have loved ones turn their back on you and it doesn't feel good. so i try to eleviate suffering in the world by helping people and feeling compassion for others helps elevate the community as a whole.

second, one of my passions is environmental concerns. people in my community tend to be the most affected by environmental problems and the least involved in environmental activism. i want to help my community tackle these problems.

third, i want my children to think of me as a person who doesn't give up himself. i want to stay married and i want to be decent example of a human being for my children. i believe that an education can help improve the lifestyle of my family and i believe that together we can be an example for other families and the possibility of having successful black families.

finally, we are spirits living in the earth realm. we all want to grow and be happy. some of us are born into environments that more conducive to growth and happiness than others. that doesn't mean that we all don't deserve to grow and become. i simply am asking for help so i can be in a better position to help others.

[ September 05, 2003, 01:30 PM: Message edited by: kenspank ]

[formerly known as kenspank]

for those who want to use paypal,
i believe all you need is my email address.

mcdavis@engineer.com