PROJECT SWORD for JReed - * Send in Your Pledges Please *

Old No7 · Post by **Old No7** » Tue Dec 18, 2007 11:23 pm

This is a follow-up to the post about the USMC NCO Sword for JReed.

See copy of original posting here:
viewtopic.php?t=1203&highlight=long

It's kind of funny actually... As I have people thanking ME, Jeremy is thanking US, and we're all thanking HIM (as we should); so I just have to share this short story with you all...

Today at work, somebody asked "So, what good are you up to these days Hubbard?" And of course, I told them all about Project Sword and how in just over 24 hours, over 30+ forum members had pledged enough funds to get JReed a top quality NCO Sword -- and by the way, it looks like we can get his special-request name laser-etched on it (I will hold THAT name as a surprise, for Jeremy to share with the forum when he posts his pictures later).

She thought this was pretty cool. But then I told her I was starting to feel a little guilty, because I didn't wake up at oh-dark-thirty a few nights ago with a need to "feed the hungry" or to "clothe the poor"... Nope, I woke up with the thought... "Hey, let's buy that really nice Marine with the young kids and family to feed the NCO sword he really wants!" After I shared this thought, she said the most remarkable thing...

She said that when Jeremy, his family, his friends -- as well as all our forum members (pledger's and watchers too) repeat this story -- many of them will be inspired to help someone else with a random act of kindness. These acts of kindness will thus grow and spread goodwill -- including $$, food and clothing -- to others who are in need. So in her words... We ARE "doing good" by doing good! Wow, what words of wisdom, I just had to share that story...

For those who have not yet paid their pledges, or for others who are just getting in, below are the details for making donations to Project Sword.

(a) I will keep a full accounting of all the funds received, and will share those details with Hobie when all this is completed, just so all is on the "up and up". (All e-mails for PayPal payments get a personal thank you reply sent back; as will all members who pay by mail.)

(b) Please INCLUDE YOUR USER NAME when you send in your pledges, as that is how we will track this -- not to track "you" per se -- but to track ME, so I can fully account for all pledges made.

(c) Forum Members who want to donate by PayPal can do so using my home e-mail address: "4Hubbs AT tidewater DOT net" (Just remember to eliminate the extra SPACES and change CAPS to an "@ and .") I will cover any fees deducted by PayPal, when it's time to withdraw funds donated. (Several members have added a buck or two as well, to cover the PayPal fees -- thank you!)

(d) Others who wish to send a personal check, bank check or money order can mail it to me at this address: Darryl Hubbard, c/o Project Sword, 33 Keene Woods Road, Damariscotta ME 04543.

(e) We'll give everyone 2 weeks to get their pledges in, and I will keep this posting updated once per week with how we're doing. (Again, please include your USER NAME).

(f) Later on, I will also post an HONOR ROLL to recognize all the kind forum members who answered the call.

Finally, Jeremy has promised to post pictures of the sword on this forum once he receives it -- can't wait for that day!!!

* * Thanks all! Levergunners are awesome! * *

Old No7

Post by **Ysabel Kid** » Tue Dec 18, 2007 11:27 pm

Went out snail mail today. Honored to do it!!!

Post by **Old Savage** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:50 am

Made out to who?

Old No7 · Post by **Old No7** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:08 am

Old Savage & others:

See (d) in the post above; as I'll be collecting the funds and ordering the NCO sword for delivery to JReed.

Thanks all!

Old No7

Post by **Ysabel Kid** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:52 am

Darryl -

I'm not sure what the sword comes with, but if we have enough - which it sounds like we do - let's make sure to get any accessories such as the scabbard, hanger, etc.

Thanks again!

C. Cash · Post by **C. Cash** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:01 am

Going out today. Thanks for organizing this, and thank you Jeremy for your service.

Modoc ED · Post by **Modoc ED** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:04 am

A U. S. Postal Money Order is in the mail.

1894 · Post by **1894** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 10:55 am

Done.
With PP ( I hope I got it right )

Phil

86er · Post by **86er** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 11:17 am

I sent PayPal yesterday.

stormspotter · Post by **stormspotter** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 12:43 pm

Postal money order went out in yesterdays mail.

Leonard

pricecw · Post by **pricecw** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 1:07 pm

Check went out in today's mail.

I agree with Ysabel, I think it comes with the everything, but let's make sure he gets his name on the blade. There is an approved location for that, and it makes it a truly individual sword.

http://www.militarysabers.com/marine-nc ... ified.html

Has an approved USMC NCO sword and info on personlization.

--Carl

don Tomás · Post by **don Tomás** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 2:09 pm

pricecw wrote:Check went out in today's mail.

I agree with Ysabel, I think it comes with the everything, but let's make sure he gets his name on the blade. There is an approved location for that, and it makes it a truly individual sword.

http://www.militarysabers.com/marine-nc ... ified.html

Has an approved USMC NCO sword and info on personlization.

--Carl

Very nice - talk about creating an heirloom for future descendants to fight over!

Tom

Old Ironsights · Post by **Old Ironsights** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 2:49 pm

To: Levergunner Old No7 Old Ironsights Pledge $20.00 12/20/2007

Merry Christmas JReed - Old Ironsights

Your reference # is 98413883.

IOW... "the cheque is in the Post"...

Post by **Hobie** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 4:14 pm

Mine's gone off today as well.

gamekeeper · Post by **gamekeeper** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 4:15 pm

Sent Pay Pal today! Thanks for organizing this! Thanks to Jeremy and all our Allied Troops.

JReed · Post by **JReed** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 4:38 pm

pricecw Posted: Wed Dec 19, 2007 10:07 am Post subject:

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Check went out in today's mail.

I agree with Ysabel, I think it comes with the everything, but let's make sure he gets his name on the blade. There is an approved location for that, and it makes it a truly individual sword.

enough funds to get JReed a top quality NCO Sword -- and by the way, it looks like we can get his special-request name laser-etched on it (I will hold THAT name as a surprise, for Jeremy to share with the forum when he posts his pictures later).

You all are gonna love the inscription but you are going to have to wait until I can take pics to find out what it is. I will give a tease it is my Christmass gift to you all.

WCF3030 · Post by **WCF3030** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:25 pm

Out tomorrow morning.

Rusty · Post by **Rusty** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 8:55 pm

Mine will be going out tomorrow. I just found this on the new board here. I was wondering when it would get carried over with the address.

The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but safety is of the Lord.

Proverbs 21:31

Rusty <><

Haycock · Post by **Haycock** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 7:08 am

Mine's queued with my online banking system... should be delivered 12/26... Boxing Day!

Mike D. · Post by **Mike D.** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 3:46 pm

Mine sent day before yesterday.

kimwcook · Post by **kimwcook** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 9:23 pm

My monies sent.

azoil · Post by **azoil** » Thu Dec 20, 2007 9:46 pm

Darryl,

Just PayPal'ed you $20.

Thanks Jeremy!

Dave

Mark Wilson · Post by **Mark Wilson** » Fri Dec 21, 2007 9:35 am

Funds sent pay Pal this morning.

cutter · Post by **cutter** » Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:45 am

Sent today!

Mtnfolk75 · Post by **Mtnfolk75** » Fri Dec 21, 2007 3:15 pm

Darryl,
My check went out today, thank you for taking the lead on this noble and honorable gesture.

To all members,
It is such a great honor to be a member of such a fine forum, may God Bless each of you and yours in the coming years.

Jeremy,
Many Thanks to you and your family for the great sacrifices made during these turbulent times, it is greatly appreciated.

Everyone have a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year,

Dusty & Sebra Engel

DerekR · Post by **DerekR** » Fri Dec 21, 2007 7:27 pm

I just Paypaled a donation.

Merry Christmas and thanks to ALL who serve and have served this great country.

Jayhawker · Post by **Jayhawker** » Fri Dec 21, 2007 8:46 pm

Check went out in yesterday's mail.

jd45 · Post by **jd45** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 1:06 pm

I'll put my $20 check in the mail today, but speaking of accessories, how about including a razor edge to make it an honest-to-God weapon, if ever needed as such, instead of just something symbolic & cosmetic. Correct me if I'm wrong, but this sword, if it doesn't come with an edge, is like a non-firing M-16. I think you get my point. Just my 2 cents, jd45

JReed · Post by **JReed** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 4:51 pm

These swords are for cerimonial use and only authorized for wear in dress and service uniforms. So an edge isnt needed but I can attest to the fact that the points are sharp and will cut and stab quite well. I have about taken my ear off a couple of times doing sword manual

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jd45 · Post by **jd45** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 5:19 pm

Ok J, I'll defer to your wisdom on these matters since you're a member of the Corp & I'm not. BTW, I just LOVE the last part of your statement about the 6 muscles!!! I was rollin on the floor laughin, when I first read that. Thanx! jd45

JReed · Post by **JReed** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 5:31 pm

Papa · Post by **Papa** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 5:41 pm

I just sent mine via Paypal.

God Bless and Merry Christmas!!

Papa
(Mike Cole)

1886 · Post by **1886** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 6:31 pm

Sent. 1886.

azoil · Post by **azoil** » Sat Dec 22, 2007 7:46 pm

Old #7,

How is the total coming, are we gonna make it?

oldgerboy · Post by **oldgerboy** » Mon Dec 24, 2007 2:33 pm

Should be there by now.

neil mitchell · Post by **neil mitchell** » Mon Dec 31, 2007 11:02 am

I'm kinda late but sent donation by Paypal this a.m.
I'm partial to veterans .

Neil

PROJECT SWORD for JReed - * Send in Your Pledges Please *

PROJECT SWORD for JReed - * Send in Your Pledges Please *

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