We have all come across that one person in our life who is magnetic. Hogie can draw the attention of everyone in a room with his witty stories, self deprecating humor, and warm smiles and Hogie hugs. Every conversation starts with "Hello, friend!" I don't know many people in Northern New Jersey who don't know him. He's the guy you call when your car breaks down and you need a lift. "Cold? Here, take this raddy old jacket, I'm wearing!" *hands it to you before you can say no* *smiles as he rubs the goatee on his chin* "Need a song? pull up a chair!" "Need a tattoo? I happen to know the best artist in town *not so subtle WINK*"
We all know him!
We all know how much he hates this go fund me sh*t, but if there was ever a time to need it, it's now. Hogie and Amanda have a lot on their plate. Diet changes are necessary right now. The pancreas is responsible for breaking down food, and when it's angry, it's painful! So throwing out their fridge full of food we all eat daily, is now a thing. I'm mostly vegan, so I can tell you... a bowl of rabbit food is somehow as much money as a burger, but not as filling. *shrugs* The subject of work has come up. He needs to keep his job to keep his insurance. But because of COVID, he's out of sick days and PTO days. And then there is medical bills that insurance won't cover.... we ALL know how that is.
In other words... they need help with the aforementioned obstacles, and the ones to come. You all know Hogie... or maybe you came here by happenstance. This is the person that makes you say "WTF??? He's one of the good ones. The REALLY good ones!" I'm usually better at this, but I'm falling short of my words. Perhaps I'll edit this when I'm in less shock. But truly, there are no words for how many people's lives Hogie has touched, and the magic he's brought to each individual. He's really everyone's friend! Whatever you can contribute, would be a huge help! And is greatly appreciated!
The money will be going directly into Hogie and Amanda's bank account. I will not be managing it, only the updates as they come.
Thank you!
Amanda (Mandy) Tahlmore
We all know him!
We all know how much he hates this go fund me sh*t, but if there was ever a time to need it, it's now. Hogie and Amanda have a lot on their plate. Diet changes are necessary right now. The pancreas is responsible for breaking down food, and when it's angry, it's painful! So throwing out their fridge full of food we all eat daily, is now a thing. I'm mostly vegan, so I can tell you... a bowl of rabbit food is somehow as much money as a burger, but not as filling. *shrugs* The subject of work has come up. He needs to keep his job to keep his insurance. But because of COVID, he's out of sick days and PTO days. And then there is medical bills that insurance won't cover.... we ALL know how that is.
In other words... they need help with the aforementioned obstacles, and the ones to come. You all know Hogie... or maybe you came here by happenstance. This is the person that makes you say "WTF??? He's one of the good ones. The REALLY good ones!" I'm usually better at this, but I'm falling short of my words. Perhaps I'll edit this when I'm in less shock. But truly, there are no words for how many people's lives Hogie has touched, and the magic he's brought to each individual. He's really everyone's friend! Whatever you can contribute, would be a huge help! And is greatly appreciated!
The money will be going directly into Hogie and Amanda's bank account. I will not be managing it, only the updates as they come.
Thank you!
Amanda (Mandy) Tahlmore
Organizer and beneficiary
Steve Hogan
Beneficiary