My name is Wayne Standiford and today I ask all who can help Bernie to do so without delay. Like many Vietnam Veterans I have benefited from Bernie's efforts to document our experiences in the Vietnam War. Although Bernie is not a veteran of the war he has become one of us through his efforts to help writers with their book reviews and helps scan and post pictures from veterans on his Facebook page.

Bernie was bitten by a Brown Recluse spider while over seas. This event put Bernie in the hospital for treatment and the costs are staggering. $165,000!

Any funds raised will go directly to help pay Bernie's hospital and doctor bills and the sooner we can raise the funds the better. Most of us know that outstanding bills can ruin a person's credit.

Any amount will be appreciated by Bernie and helping with this is a small thank you to Bernie for all he has done for the Vietnam Veterans.

Semper Fi

Wayne Standiford
Terrible what one small insect can do to the human body and we all must remember our troubles can be next and that a helping hand is the best thing we can do as we take up space on this planet.