Good evening. I feel a bit Guylty guilty for not having been back with more updates yet. I have spent pretty much all of the last three days organising, picking and packing the orders. At this stage, all bar *one* eBay shipments have been dispatched to the buyers and they should have received notifications via eBay. My batch of Etsy purchases has also been dispatched, except for the last four orders that need some extra care (because I have to pack breakable items), as well as some items that are sent directly by the donor. Notifications have been sent through Etsy, too.
So with still a few shipments outstanding, I have not got the final postage deductions yet. But since auctions and sale are finished, I know that you are dying to know how much money we have raised through eBay and Etsy. I will therefore give you a ballpark figure so that you can start celebrating 🤩. The number takes into account (i.e. subtracts) the projected total postage costs and also includes the donations that have also come in. Nevertheless, please make sure you take a seat, put down any break- and spillables, and breathe carefully…
I am pretty sure that we have made another breakthrough…
We are talking a final sum in excess of €4,000!!!
Are you still breathing? Congratulations to all who have taken part, followed and supported this fundraiser in any shape or form. I think it is safe to say that you have done a thing. Well, at least I *hope* my calculations are right. If so, we *might* be on track to beat the December 2021 fundraiser proceeds. Depends on the rest of the postage. And on potential further donations. So just in case, here is a cheeky link to the donation pot:
If you choose to donate, please send as “gift” or “to friend/family” and label it “2022 RA Birthdady Fundraiser”.
BTW, it looks as if – for the first time in years – the donation may be ready for transfer *on the big day*!!!! eBay has already transferred the funds *cue customary Father Ted joke* (see below), and the Etsy funds are expected by tomorrow. Knock on wood that I haven’t jinxed it now. Five days to go to RA’s birthday…
Right, back to the packing station it is.
Guylty Pleasure 
I’m blown away! It’s much more than what I expected. Congratulations to all of us and deepest gratitude to all who created/donated items for the auctions and fixed-priced sales. Most of all, thank you, Sonja, for being our enthusiastic, efficient leader. You’re an outstanding woman and friend. xoxo
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Aw, thank you, Violet. I am just the facilitator. The real credit goes (literally) to all the kind buyers, bidders and donors. Fantastic results this year – again.
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I didn‘t expect that at all. I’m blown away! Guy’s smirk matchs perfectly the surprise you gave us. Still in shock. Wow, that’s amazing.
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Shock is the right word. And now, with the latest update live, even more so. Thank you for all your contributions, too!
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I sent 25 Euros to cover my postage. Please put it towards the donation. Thanks for your hard work on this. Great job! All the best, Gayle
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Thank you so much, G. That is really generous of you, as we always took on the postage ourselves as a little incentive. But it makes a massive difference to receive some of it back. Thank you for all your contributions!
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Wow, totally did not expect thar but how wonderful! Thanks, G, for all you do to make this happen.
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Glad to facilitate. It is just awesome to see what we can achieve together, right?
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Congratulations Sonja – you do really work hard on our behalf. We do appreciate all you do.
Thank you too, to all supporters in whatever form.
What a terrific result and for such a good cause x
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Thank you, Janee – for all my organising, the fundraiser would not get anywhere if it wasn’t for the participation and willingness of you all to donate items and money, and to buy and bid. I am very humbled that so many kind people are taking part in the fundraisers.
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Wow, that sounds astounding!
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It really is… and it never fails to amaze me. Huge thanks to you, too.
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I am in awe of all it takes to do what you do to make this fundRAiser a reality and now, it appears, a phenomenal success. Everyone who bid, bought or donated directly to the event has you and your exemplary organizational skills to thank, Sonja. You are a wonder!
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Well, too much credit 😉 It’s a true community affair. I’m facilitating, but none of it would be possible without your donations, items, support, bids and purchases. Together we are making a difference.
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Donation sent via PayPal. Again, thank you for all your hard work.
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Fantastic. Thank you so much for that, C. It is much appreciated!
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Wow! I didn’t think it would reach that amount this year. Am very pleased. Sonja – you are so efficient. Please enjoy a rest as soon as you feel able to. Father Ted still makes me chuckle!😝
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Hehe, my efficiency has been slightly sub-par this year… But nevertheless, we are heading for a wondrous result, and that is all that counts. Many thanks back to you!
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A stupendous result thanks to all involved – makers, buyers, donors – and particularly you Guylty with your commitment, hard work and organisation. It may be your nom de plume but you are forbidden from feeling guilty in any way about the auction!
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PS I don’t know my buyer yet but please add the postage cost to the total as I will cover p&p.
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Oh, please check your e-mail, J. I sent the details on Sunday.
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Nothing there! Have emailed you x
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Hehehe, that handle has come to bite me in the arse… 😂 No guilt indeed. Instead, I am feeling very proud of our concerted efforts. Many thanks to you, too x
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Many, many congrats to all concerned – but especially to you, Guylty!
(So sorry I’ve been AWOL for so long. Combination of circumstances beyond my control, I’m afraid.)
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So sorry to hear you had to take some time out, Jenny. But many thanks for your support! x
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Wonderful news so very well done. I don’t think i remembered to put any notification on my small donation
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Thank you, Pamela, and not to worry. All activities on my Paypal are currently for the fundraiser, and since I recognise most names anyway, I know where the money is destined for. All good.
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Wow! I re-read the result a couple of times, amazing! What a fandom here!
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IKR. I did a double-take, too. Amazing result, amazing generosity!
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Reblogged this on One Last time? Never and commented:
Amazing
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How absolutely wonderful is this ! Congratulations and thank YOU for all your hard work !!
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Many thanks, Tessa – also for the reblogs. Every little bit has helped.
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Oh…my… goodness, that sounds amazing! Would never have thought we’d get so near to that threshold. Fingers crossed we just about make it. 🙂
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Me neither. Especially considering that we had less items in the auctions than in the December fundraiser. But hooray…
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Ha, didn’t realize I’d already commented. That makes 3. 🙂
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