So, are we going to make it?

[KitchenWitch]

to 1000 donations and a knock out of commander chimpy cuckoobananas

[CaliforniaPeggy]

1. Hi there, KitchenWitch...

I think we will...I've done my share..Even bought someone a star...hooo baby...

BTW, I always wonder how the site manages to run so well on the little money they get...Someone said once that it takes $50K to run this place every month. And I believe that's how much they get every fund-raiser...so how do they do it? Do the merchandise sales make up the difference? Do you know? I sure as heck don't...

:shrug:

[KitchenWitch]

2. I do not know either

Merchandise must account for it...either that or Skinner is independently wealthy LOL

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. But he's too young to be independently wealthy!

He's married; maybe his wife is! lol indeed!

[ifyouknewsushi]

4. WOW CaliforniaPeggy.

Does it Really cost that much? I would have never guessed. I am new here and have read for a month or so. I love this place but I cannot afford to buy a star.

I am happy for all of you that can and Keep up the great work!!!

Suzi.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

6. Hi there if youknewsushi!

WELCOME TO DU! Hey, would you like me to buy you a star? I'd love to welcome you that way, if you'd like...I can afford it, no problem...This is for me, the most wonderful spot on the Web!

[ifyouknewsushi]

10. Thank you for the welcome and I love this site.

I wouldn't ask you to spend money for me. But I thank you for the offer.

Thank you,
Suzi.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

11. You don't have to ask me...I'm just going to go and do it!

It'll take a few minutes, but your star will be along shortly!

Have fun being here!

[ifyouknewsushi]

14. I am not worthy but I thank you greatly CaliforniaPeggy!!

Thank you darlynn!!! I am in your debt. I feel so grateful. I am not online a lot but when I am I will be here and So Happy!!

Thank you again!!!

Suzi.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

15. Don't be silly! Of course you are worthy!

And you are entirely welcome! It was my pleasure...I'm always trying to live up to my sig line quote...And tonight I got to do just that.

:pals:

[ifyouknewsushi]

17. I am honored CalPeg.

Thank you!!!!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

19. You are so very welcome, dear Suzi!

It is my pleasure...


:hug:


:toast:

[KitchenWitch]

7. Welcome to DU

[auntAgonist]

12. welcome to DU Suzi!!

:hi:


:hug:

you're in great company

[bridgit]

13. yes, ifyouknewsushi: WELCOME!!

:hi: :kick: :donut: :patriot:

[GOPisEvil]

5. I think that monthly expense total is a bit high.

Skinner has posted the monthly expenses here in the past.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=105&topic_id=1146781#1146789

[CaliforniaPeggy]

8. Oh thank you, GOPis Evil!

That is good info! I'm glad to have read the thread you provided...It puts my mind at ease, at least a little bit...I'd hate to see anything bad happen to this special place, to say the least.

[GOPisEvil]

9. I decided to go with a monthly deduction last fund drive.

I think this place is worth the small amount I send every month. I definitely get my money's worth.

But, I also sent a small amount toward the 1000 individual donations. :)

[Ladyhawk]

21. When does the fundraiser end? n/t

[CaliforniaPeggy]

22. Hi, Ladyhawk...Good to see you out and about...the Lounge!

Midnight, Sunday May 22nd...I had to go look it up myself!

:hi:

[Ladyhawk]

23. Howdy to you, too. :)

It's great to see you, as always. :D :hi:

[ifyouknewsushi]

16. Thank you all for such a warm welcome!!!

I feel at home already!!!

[ifyouknewsushi]

18. I must go to bed now as work is loming in 6 hours.

I again want to thank you all for the wonderful welcome and a special shout out to CaliforniaPeggy!!!

I look forward to spendind time with you all and again, Thank you!!!

Suzi.

[RevolutionaryActs]

20. I mailed in my little donation.

It won't get there before the times up though. :(

I should have mailed it in sooner. D'oh.