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    Default Jack Taylor House Fire Fund

    Its with a heavy heart that I'm here to ask for the hobbyists to give back to the community. A good friend & discus breeding guru to me, Jack Taylor has had a total loss house fire. It started under the kitchen. Thankfully no one was hurt. Jack was at work so it didnt get caught quickly. His Fish Basement had 1-2ft of water on the floor from the fire hoses. The tanks were crusted in soot. Had to scrape it just to maybe get a peak & see if any fish were alive. The rest of the house is a loss.





    Jack has been an important person in mine & many discus keepers hobby! Hes a NADA Trophy holder & an incredible teacher of the hobby! He's given way more than hes recieved. So now its our time as a community to giveback to a fellow hobbyist in need.

    We never realize how much we need/use day to day that we dont realize, until its not there. Toiletries, clothes, blankets... The actual stuff that makes the day go.

    Now imagine everything you own is gone.... A few wks before Christmas. Lets show what discus hobbyists Can do to help! Thank you for your time!

    Thank you guys n gals. You are what makes this hobby!
    https://www.gofundme.com/jack-taylorhouse-fire-fund
    Have you gotten your hands wet today?

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    My god what an absolute nightmare. I don't have much these days but I'll see what I can do !!

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    This makes my heart hurt. I can not even imagine dealing with something like this at this time of year. I'm sure any and all donation would be appreciated.
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    Wow, that sucks. Jack is a great guy.

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    I learned a little about Jack from Al. Apparently Jack has been a member since the early years and has been a past sponsor. Here's a thread on his fishroom http://forum.simplydiscus.com/showth...light=fishroom.
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    Default Re: Jack Taylor House Fire Fund

    I'm ok and glad I wasn't home. I'll get through this just like the 2 surgeries this year. You can slow me down but I'll never stop moving forward. I know no other direction. This will be another journey of my life. Thank you!

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    Are the fish ok Jack?

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    I don’t have much but I’m happy to contribute! It’s important we stay strong as a community!

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    Thank you, Cyrus. Thats a true statement, my friend.
    Have you gotten your hands wet today?

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    NADA is donating 20% of the current raffle proceeds to Jack's Fire Fund. Hopefully that will help a little.
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    Default Re: Jack Taylor House Fire Fund

    sad...
    helped out a little
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    Quote Originally Posted by Discus_KC View Post
    I'm ok and glad I wasn't home. I'll get through this just like the 2 surgeries this year. You can slow me down but I'll never stop moving forward. I know no other direction. This will be another journey of my life. Thank you!

    What a great attitude !! Hope all works out well for you - you deserve it !

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    Thanks to all for the help & warm wishes for Jack so far.
    It can really show when a community gives support!

    I also would like to thank Al & Simply for alliwing this here.
    Much respect.
    Have you gotten your hands wet today?

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    Donated and shared around other forums to spread the word.

    Hope things get better

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tribblo View Post
    Donated and shared around other forums to spread the word.

    Hope things get better
    Big respect to you! Thank you!
    Have you gotten your hands wet today?

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