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by **The Dumpster** on Jun 03 2006 9:27 pm

Some of you may know that, on the 27th of this month, our self-described "founder, editor-in-chief, and dictator," Mr. Dave, will be 29 years young. (Heck, I have ties older than that!)

I have been trying to think of something we could collectively do for Dave to recognize and show our appreciation for all of the resources he pours into this place, not only in terms of his time, but also the money out of pocket he spends to keep PoopReport going: Bandwidth, tech support, hardware, etc.--These things are not free!

I first thought that we could give him The Gift of Loaf, but that didn't seem too well received in the story that gave me the idea. Then I thought about engaging the services of Gypsy Rose Volcano, but as she is rather far along in the family way right now, I believe she has hung up her g-string for the time being.

Then I started doing some serious thinking. In the words of that great sage, The Rev. Jesse Jackson, "them that had the party, ought to pay for the party." To my mind, it doesn't seem quite fair that we all are having so much fun, and Dave is paying for it.

Thus, Dave, I want to offer to contribute financially to PR on a regular basis, and challenge others to do the same. It won't be enough for you to give up your day job, but I imagine most folks who are regulars on this site could afford to give at least a few dollars every month. I believe the best way to handle this would be for you to set up an account at http://www.donorge.org/, and then those who wish to participate in this can go there and arrange to have the desired amount charged to their credit card.

It is that simple, folks, but this is something we owe to Dave, and to ourselves, as I'm sure it will enable him to implement even more improvements to this, the world's greatest web site!

So, a bit early, but Happy Birthday, Dave!

by **The Shit Volcano** on Jun 03 2006 10:08 pm

I would do this, but, alas, my income is short. Family in Florida is receiving my money to pay for hurricane damage. (Fucking crooked insurance peddlers!) However, this will not stop me from buying a bunch of PoopReport stuff on the 27th. That much I CAN do!

by **The Dumpster** on Jun 03 2006 10:56 pm

Does Dave carry maternity wear?

by **The Shit Volcano** on Jun 03 2006 10:57 pm

If he doesn't he should!

by **dave** on Jun 04 2006 7:23 pm

Dumpster -- that's the best birthday present you gave me. Donorge seems quite simple; if it doesn't seem too much like begging, I will indeed set that up. I will, of course, not expecting anything from anyone, and be wholly delighted if anything does indeed come of this. Thanks!

by **GottaGoGirl** on Jun 04 2006 8:27 pm

I have a couple of favorite "owner operated" websites, one of them being April Winchell's site. She just has a little button up in the corner that says, "Like the site? Leave me a dollar!" It's very tasteful and subtle. I'd bet if you put something like that up, people would donate!

by **Bilgepump** on Jun 04 2006 8:36 pm

I spent a pretty good chunk of change on X-mas presents for my family this past holiday season, and am going to do it again this year...uh...once I get things squared away. My dad and brother (both of whom figure prominently in a couple of my stories) really enjoyed their "Shameless Shitter" Cerificates ( and beleive me, they both earned them!!) My sister wasn't quite so forthcoming in her appreciation of a shirt, bumper sticker and "SHAMEFUL Shitter" cert. Oh well, can't please everybody!!!

by **wonderpance** on Jun 05 2006 2:28 pm

i will definitely contribute to the cause, just as soon as i'm financially stable enough to do so.

vive la PoopReport!

by **The Dumpster** on Jun 05 2006 5:59 pm

Regrettably, I just realized that this means we will no longer be able to send all our money to Bilgepump.

by **dave** on Jun 05 2006 7:59 pm

OK, I set it up through paypal. Please be honest: if it comes across to beggy or whiny, let me know. Maybe the subtlety of april winchell is the best way to go.

by **The Dumpster** on Jun 05 2006 8:06 pm

Dave, it is intentional that this appears only on the home page?

by **dave** on Jun 05 2006 8:12 pm

The Dumpster wrote:Dave, it is intentional that this appears only on the home page?

Yes. I put it in a spot where I figured the really regular peoplewho come every single day would see it -- right below the "who's online." The regulars will see it continously... no reason to throw it all over the site. (Although I may at some point put a stripped down, subtle version across the site. We'll see.)

by **The Dumpster** on Jun 05 2006 8:50 pm

"A stripped down, subtle version..." of Dave, himself, perhaps--broke, homeless, and wearing nothing but a barrel?

Any of you out there know how to photoshop? I sense a great fundraising opportunity here!

by **GottaGoGirl** on Jun 05 2006 11:02 pm

dave wrote:
The Dumpster wrote:Dave, it is intentional that this appears only on the home page?

Yes. I put it in a spot where I figured the really regular peoplewho come every single day would see it -- right below the "who's online." The regulars will see it continously... no reason to throw it all over the site. (Although I may at some point put a stripped down, subtle version across the site. We'll see.)

I think the business-card-size box is fine. Also, I like that you highlighted the shopping opportunities first, so it's not too, too direct.

I think if you left that one like it is, then put a few quite small buttons (like April's) around, just saying "Like PR? Toss in a buck!", that would be okay.

It could even be funny, like...

"Dump out a dollar"
"A Buck for our Bidet"
"Funds for Feces"
"Cash for Caca"
"Financial Flush" (nah.)
"Pay for Poop"
"Dollars for Dookies"

I got a million of 'em!

by **The Dumpster** on Jun 06 2006 12:25 am

GottaGoGirl wrote:I got a million of 'em!

You and Razzy Bailey, Girl!!

A Birthday Gift for Dave (and All of Us)