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Well, Larry, I dunno if you'll be able to read this (perhaps at a library, or internet cafe, or relative's house?), but next paycheck I'll earmark you some funds. When it comes to fires that destroy vast quantities of possessions, I've been there.
In the meantime, keep your chin up. It's a hell of a thing to happen, and no doubt overwhelming. But rest assured that this, too, shall pass.
It's dorky, but there's a line from MacBeth I've always remembered for the worst situations.
Come what, come may, time and the hour run through the roughest day.
As the day progressed yesterday, the shock and adrenaline wore off, and it really started to hit me. By the evening, I was very much traumatized. I didn't want to talk to anybody, I didn't want to watch TV or listen to music.
I just wanted to see Trisha.
I realize why I was so obsessed with that. It's not because I'm desperately in love or anything, but because suddenly everything in my life had changed, and she was the one thing left that I could get back, and I so desperately wanted to see her so I could have one thing from my life to hold on to.
She came to my sister's at 7:30 last night, and I grabbed her and hugged her and cried like a baby. I immediately felt better, a lot of the trauma was relieved by seeing her (she actually lost some stuff in the fire, too; her wedding album and lots of pictures of her friends, and a lot of her favorite books). We went out and bought some cheap liquor, came back here and got wasted.
This is going to be really tough, but everyone's been so generous I think I can get back on my feet relatively quickly. The trauma is going to take a little longer to recover from.
Thank you all for your kindness.
Money, meet mouth. $100 via PayPal coming your way. Put it toward a new laptop... or perhaps renter's insurance for the same.
OK, Primates. Only you can make my donation seem paltry. For just pennies a day, you can buy him a new chair to throw. For as much as the price of a cup of coffee each day, you can buy Larry... well, you can buy him a cup of coffee each day.
But seriously, I'm assuming he needs clothes, furniture, a place to stay for a little while, perhaps front rent for a new apartment. There's a lot to replace, and a lot of new expenses he'll need to cover in the short run. Let's help him out.
I am glad to hear you are getting so much support. Don't underestimate what PTS can do. Keep talking to people when it gets to you. It really does help.
(You don't seem like the kind of guy to bottle it up though ;)
No firemen were harmed in the destroying of Larry's home.
(It's always uplifting when you can make a a "Sixteen Candles" reference.)
Actually, that doesn't help. Those are pre-paid ads, though I suppose higher click traffic will help me get a renewal.
If you can't help... that's perfectly fine. Your sentiment is more than enough.
This money probably goes towards a new apartment and furniture.
I was joking in the police car with my neighbors as the fire was being fought, I said, "Boy, I hope they can save my porn."
How are you set for clothes, Larry? Would it come in handy if anyone could send you some, um,
unwanted"extra" clothing they have?Check your e-mail. Spend it all in one place: your insurance agent!
Best of luck to you. But not your team.
DB
My Godfather DVD collection. I had loaned it to my Dad, and he hadn't returned it yet.
How much will it take for you to renounce your allegiance to the Yankees?
Really? They're really just giving you money? Because, well, it's the damnedest thing....my house burned down, too. Yeah, that's it. And I lost my ID, so just go ahead and send cash...small, unmarked bills. Thanks in advance. ;)
The enormous generosity of the online community blows me away.
Hee hee!
</thoughtless attempt at humor>
</reaches for checkbooK>
I pledge my ever-ending loyalty.
For your on line purse.
Luca Brasi Scoriano
HAHA! That was great.
Larry, sorry to hear about your loss.
and buy all the yankee stuff you want.
(for the clueless like me, there's a paypal link on larry's blog, linked in the intro. you don't need a paypal account; a credit card will do. took me a while to figure that out.)
Trisha: Larry, do you smoke after sex?
Larry: I don't know, baby. I never looked.
I'm an atheist and a starving grad student.
At this point I can't offer money or even prayers, but I tell you that I'm sadder to hear this than I was of Carson's passing.
And that made me very sad.
Best wishes, Larry. Your work here and at Hardball Times has done a lot to cheer me up over many long, dark hours for the last couple of years. It has been a real pleasure, even luxury to read.
I know that just isn't right - no one died at Larry's thing, for starters. But I "know" Larry quite a bit better than I know anyone directly affected by the Thailand thing.
By the way, Transmission, I would demand my money back from the seminary if I were you.
Seriosly, all I can offer right now is a couch in Wisconsin and a warm meal, but if you're ever in Wisconsin and looking for the one or the other...
Procrastinators rock!
Well, I disagree, I think that's perfectly right. I'd rather help out someone I "know" than someone I don't know.
I know because I put my money where my
mouth,fingers, er, typing fingers were.And I agree with villageidiom, renter's insurance is a must, since Primates can't bail everyone out.
It's generally pretty cheap- renter's insurance that is.
Hang in there Larry. Stuff is stuff and it can be replaced. You cannot be replaced. I'm glad you're here to tell us about this - even if it is bad news.
We discussed this in yesterday's Lounge in some detail - the best idea from yesterday (I don't remember the poster - sorry) is calling the company that insures your car and asking about renter's insurance. Most times, they'll give you a big price break for doing both.
Even some homeowners can take advantage of this - I live in a condo, and the Condo Association insures the structure and such. So all I need is "renter's insurance".
Disclaimer: I work in the insurance industry. I should have the least amount of pity for Larry's circumstances.
Of course, I work in the insurance industry; everyone should have pity on me.
I'm just a long-time lurker who hardly ever contributes to this amazing community, but I just wanted to express my sadness that something like this would happen. PayPal's got something for you from me.
And don't hesitate to let people know if you need clothing or books or anything like that. I've got an old Red Sox cap....
These days companies are starting to offer only 5% back on the renter's insurance, which is not much. Some companies used to offer a big discount on your auto insurance, until they realized that a 10% discount on your auto policy is greater than the entire renter's insurance premium. Yes, some companies were effectively paying you to buy renter's insurance with them.
If your auto insurer still offers that kind of deal, take it.
Spoken by someone who knows from personal experience!
if you are in nyc on friday night, and in the neighborhood of cafe de bruxelles between say, 8 and 9, i would be happy to buy you a drink.
look for a little bald guy with round glasses and a brunette girlfriend.
Best of luck (from this point forward),
b
I'm sure all the Met fan primates would be happy to buy you a new wardrobe as well. Maybe a Felix Heredia jersey?
Friend 1: "At least DCA's not hurt"
Friend 2: "You know, 9 times out 10, DCA avoids getting hit, pulls over to the side of the road, takes a deep breath, and continues on his way. If he did get hurt, how long would it be before we'd say 'At least DCA's not dead?' "
So Larry, while I should feel bad that you lost your home, and I do, the stronger feeling is that I'm happy you're not hurt; as with so many other things we take for granted, it never occurred to me to celebrate your health before there was a very real danger -- and now, with the danger averted but the possibility still very close, it's what's closest to the heart.
A modest donation is all I can offer -- it may help you out a bit, but I doubt it will bring any comfort. But hopefully these words might, that by your enthusiasm here, you've made strangers like us into friends who care deeply about you.
I think I posted on one of your comment threads at RLYW that I woud have to pass on buying your latest book because Ms. Socrates was with child and discretionary spending would be curtailed for a while.
Well, your situation kind of changes that, so effective February 16th (so it goes on my next credit card statement), I'll paypal you as much as I can at the time....
I'll be able to kick him out of my house quickly, uh, I mean, he'll be out on his own real soon.I know your kind words mean even more to him than any donations you've made.
Spend the paypal on anything you need, up to and including Jeter porn.
If you find yourself need ing additional help down the road, don't be shy to ask again.
Best wishes in getting this straightened out.
You seem to be awash in "good folks".
I am also glad that this is one of those rare instances where I know my contribution is going to a truly excellent cause.
Despite you being a Yankee fan and all. :)
I think the term he prefers is "Erotic Jeter Fan Fiction."
Trying to help a friend in need is another way of admitting that you could be the person in need next time, IMO.
And selfishly, it's nice to know that if I ever have the difficulties that our friend Larry has had recently, there are people who are willing to empathize and help.
I can be reached at jkbrattain@sympatico.ca
It won't be much, but it'll be enough to buy something to dull the pain a bit ;-)
Best Regards
John
And I'll echo what others have said about renters insurance. All it takes is a phone call, and it's a small price to pay for peace of mind.
Good luck to you. Any Yankee fan who is classy enough to congratulate Sox fans after the World Series is OK in my book.
I sent you a small token via PayPal. It isn't much, but I hope it helps.
Hang in there.
My donation to the Larry Mahnken Fire Relief Fund should not be construed as in any way an endorsement of the New York Yankees, pinstripes, Derek Jeter, monuments in or near center field, Phil Rizzuto, Michael Kay, Mystique, or Aura. I will still root, as ever, for a perfect Yankee season: 0-162.
For a price--he can send the money to Larry ;-)
Best Regards
John
If they get enough letters, they may do it for everyone, ensuring the full donation gets to Larry.
Or you could do what I'm doing - e-mail Larry, get his mailing address & send a check.
My only request per my donation is that you never, ever try and pay me back.
Whoa whoa whoa, I thought this was a LOAN, not a GIFT!
I charge interest, by the way.
--Mike McCullough
When I am in the US, I hope to be able to then buy you a beer.
(BTW, donation coming. Good luck to you -- my sister went through this a few years ago, without insurance. She lost about $20K in professional clarinets that she's never been able to replace, and it breaks her heart to this day.)
When someone tells me I spend to much time on "that baseball chat site". I'm going to send them this thread and tell them to blow me.
I love this place.
Merry Christmas Bedord Falls!
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