@grip said:
Joe, did you recover your safe.? I know its trivial but every little counts.
I have tried everything I can to just go up and empty my safe. It will help my entire family if I can just get to it. If you look at the pic I put up up of my burned down house you can easily see it just laying there in place sight right next to the other one. This is like a horror story in every way. I guess they’ll just sit there until the damn thieves get to it.
I’m sorry but this is truly a living nightmare for my family and I.
The bitterness of "Poor Quality" is remembered long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.
I would like to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart❤️. Your love and generosity has been the driving force to help our whole family get through this terrible crisis. Our lives will never be the same, but our faith in our fellowman has grown tremendously! Pray that we stay strong as we strive to rebuild our business and reconnect with the families we love so dearly. Then begin to care for the children again as we rebuild Paradise! Much love, Kathy Best and family
The bitterness of "Poor Quality" is remembered long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.
@crazyhounddog said:
From Mrs. crazyhounddog.
My wife........
...Then begin to care for the children again as we rebuild Paradise!
This is great to hear. I am glad that you will be part of the effort to rebuild the town.
It would be easy and very understandable for people to just cash out with the insurance company and walk away. I am glad there are those who want to clear the ashes and rebuild.
@crazyhounddog said:
From Mrs. crazyhounddog.
My wife........
...Then begin to care for the children again as we rebuild Paradise!
This is great to hear. I am glad that you will be part of the effort to rebuild the town.
It would be easy and very understandable for people to just cash out with the insurance company and walk away. I am glad there are those who want to clear the ashes and rebuild.
Paradise is our town that we love. All we can do is hope and pray the good folks we love will also rebuild.
Yes it’s a gamble but a gamble with taking.
God bless you all. That is from the heart
The bitterness of "Poor Quality" is remembered long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.
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@crazyhounddog said:
They will not let me go up there for any reason.
That's ridiculous. Everything is burned. It can't burn a second time.
We were kept away for quite some time after the Santa Rosa fire storm last year while the authorities conducted their searches for bodies. It's a time consuming process. Rest assured, bit by bit, they will open it back up so people can try to recover what they can from the debris.
I am very happy to have contributed to Joe for the heartache and loss that he is going through. His contributions on this forum are so valued and this is a great opportunity for us to give back to a member in a time of need. Let us also contribute our prayers for Joe and his family for their lives are now in the hands of God.
Sorry for not posting sooner but we were hit with a surprise major ice storm that downed so many trees and they took power lines with them. We just got home from staying with my cousin where we had no cell service besides internet. I have sent a request to Joe for any updates that he could give us. Hope to hear something positive, at least my fingers are crossed.
You all are so amazing and Joe is so appreciative. Thank you all and it is such a blessing to be part of this forum.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
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So sorry for the loss Joe. We're glad we could be of help.
This forum has very much helped my family. We love all of you for caring.

A heartfelt thank you to all
I can not say that enough.
Joe and family
😮😢
Joe , when you get on your feet pm me. I have a coin for you.
God bless you all.
I hope you and your family are OK!
Joe, did you recover your safe.? I know its trivial but every little counts.
I have tried everything I can to just go up and empty my safe. It will help my entire family if I can just get to it. If you look at the pic I put up up of my burned down house you can easily see it just laying there in place sight right next to the other one. This is like a horror story in every way. I guess they’ll just sit there until the damn thieves get to it.
I’m sorry but this is truly a living nightmare for my family and I.
From Mrs. crazyhounddog.
My wife........
I would like to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart❤️. Your love and generosity has been the driving force to help our whole family get through this terrible crisis. Our lives will never be the same, but our faith in our fellowman has grown tremendously! Pray that we stay strong as we strive to rebuild our business and reconnect with the families we love so dearly. Then begin to care for the children again as we rebuild Paradise! Much love, Kathy Best and family
If allowed into the remains can you piles stuff on and around it?
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They will not let me go up there for any reason.
I sure wish I could. We really need it to get by.
This is great to hear. I am glad that you will be part of the effort to rebuild the town.
It would be easy and very understandable for people to just cash out with the insurance company and walk away. I am glad there are those who want to clear the ashes and rebuild.
Paradise is our town that we love. All we can do is hope and pray the good folks we love will also rebuild.

Yes it’s a gamble but a gamble with taking.
God bless you all. That is from the heart
Sorry man.
I wonder why they won’t let you go to the remains?
Joe.
I am sending you a PM. Please look for it.
Kevin
Can I ask how you got the photo of your house if they won’t let you back?
X
It’s an app from the town. My daughter found it.
Well I feel for you,,,,, that is terrible but you and your family are safe..
Others weren't so lucky.
Let's see if we can reach 10K by next weekend
https://www.gofundme.com/bb3nn-paradise-lost&rcid=r01-15417868478-184a2f256b184c05&pc=ot_co_campmgmt_m
I won't party this weekend so I can match the next one
Anyone ????
Thank you @1940coupe
it's been matched 
@1940coupe challenged me to skip my weekend's party Back to Back .....
....so I said "Heck yeah ..... I can loose a few anyway"


$9050
a match made in heaven earth
Thank you @1940coupe
That's ridiculous. Everything is burned. It can't burn a second time.
Great transactions with oih82w8, JasonGaming, Moose1913.
We were kept away for quite some time after the Santa Rosa fire storm last year while the authorities conducted their searches for bodies. It's a time consuming process. Rest assured, bit by bit, they will open it back up so people can try to recover what they can from the debris.
I told my friend about this. I believe he will add a little something to the fund.
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Glad your family is doing ok Joe.
"A dog breaks your heart only one time and that is when they pass on". Unknown
Thank you too all. I can’t say that enough.
Joe
Nice to see you back...
Mahalo @AUandAG for parting with your beautiful buff ....... and post the whole proceed
Thank you @Fairlaneman for successful BST
May your generosity be returned to you ten fold 
GoFundMe says that @crazyhounddog's page is trending. That is totally awesome!
Later, Paul.
Just put LoveMyLiberties contribution into the fund. It was a $500.00 contribution. Way Cool, Huh?
Ken
At 2:30 today this forum has raised over $9700.
Awesome and caring Forum !!!!
Bless Joe and his family.
OMG that is wonderful!!
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
Only $271 to go!
"A dog breaks your heart only one time and that is when they pass on". Unknown
$10,000 is a nice chunk. That should help. Let's get it there.
Later, Paul.
Stay strong my friend!
WTG Team @crazyhounddog
"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working" Pablo Picasso
We just hit 10,000 we did it.:)
Congratulations to @crazyhounddog and everyone who supported the effort, especially @jesbroken and @paradisefound !!!
Well, no reason to stop now...
Let's take this rocket ship to the moon!
Next stop...$20k!
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"Coin collecting for outcasts..."
https://www.gofundme.com/bb3nn-paradise-lost&rcid=r01-15417868478-184a2f256b184c05&pc=ot_co_campmgmt_m
Truly amazing fundraising. Excellent job to everyone involved.
I am very happy to have contributed to Joe for the heartache and loss that he is going through. His contributions on this forum are so valued and this is a great opportunity for us to give back to a member in a time of need. Let us also contribute our prayers for Joe and his family for their lives are now in the hands of God.
OINK
This fundraiser really makes a statement about the people on this Forum, to raise $10,000 in a week. WOW!!!!!!
And still going strong!!!
It also shows how much everyone thinks of Joe and his family.
Way to go everyone.
Nice to see the power of people and bust through that $10k mark. All the best Joe.
Sorry for not posting sooner but we were hit with a surprise major ice storm that downed so many trees and they took power lines with them. We just got home from staying with my cousin where we had no cell service besides internet. I have sent a request to Joe for any updates that he could give us. Hope to hear something positive, at least my fingers are crossed.
You all are so amazing and Joe is so appreciative. Thank you all and it is such a blessing to be part of this forum.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain