Mary Ker donated $50 [dodge] on 01-01-2016
You know I love you Brian and really would hate for you to miss work due to having a cold.
Participant: Brian Redditt
Event: Ithaca Chill Challenge 2016
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Dip/Dodge Tallies |
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| $290 | $170 | |
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| $460 towards goal of $350 | ||
I have been hanging around the recovery community in Ithaca for the past 26 years and have made many friends as well as acquired many trusted advisers throughout that period of time, most of which frequent 518. The other day I was thinking about how blessed I am to have so many wonderful people in my life and came to the realization that since 518 opened, I've spent more time in that building than any other place in my life other than home and work. That is why I felt obligated to take the plunge when asked to participate in the Chill Challenge.
I absolutely hate the cold (I'm snuggled in my electric blanky as I write this) and I put on a parka and a knit hat anytime the temperature goes below 50 degrees. Having said this I would like to think that voters will show me mercy and on New Year's Day I will be watching the event on shore, in my car, with the heat turned up as high as it will go. I know that's not the way these events work however and am not feeling very optimistic about staying dry.
Despite my pessimism, I want to urge all voters to support me in my plight to stay warm while enjoying the Chill Challenge at the expense of all the participants that go in the water. When the results are in however, I will comply with what ever the voters choose, knowing that it's a small price to pay for what 518/ICR and the people that make it happen have given back to me and others.
I work at a local inpatient addictions treatment center and have worked with many people, for many years, that now frequent 518. Most everybody has a loved one, friend, or acquaintance that has been impacted by addiction, however I believe very few people understand that there are millions of people in recovery and leading happy, productive lives. 518 is a very valuable resource for people beginning the recovery process as well as for those that are in long term recovery. Please join me and the other participants by donating what you can to keep 518 up and running. If you're in any way familiar with 518 and the hundreds of people that that go there day in and day out, imagine what the city of Ithaca would be like if they all spontaneously went to the bar, crack house, shooting gallery, or doctor shopping all at once. It would be mayhem!
Enough of my ramblings! See you on New Years Day! Brian R.
Donations
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Anonymous donated $15 [dodge] on 12-31-2015
Brian, I suspect you're going in no matter what, but I'm donating to Dodge just in case. :) Can't wait to see everyone tomorrow! Lanie
Chris donated $10 [dodge] on 12-31-2015
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Helen Ann Yunis donated $35 [dip] on 12-31-2015
Jean donated $20 [dodge] on 12-29-2015
I'm voting to dodge so you will give me your grandmother's peanut butter and jelly sandwich recipe. XO
John Plourd donated $50 [dip] on 12-22-2015
Being soaked alone is cold. Being soaked with your best friend is an adventure.
Brian & Nancy donated $50 [dip] on 12-20-2015
We can provide you with a flowered bathing cap for your dippy do!
Marion donated $20 [dip] on 12-20-2015
You are going in, buddy! From one musketeer to another.....
Jim Sharp donated $25 [dip] on 12-09-2015
Brian, as you know, I've always thought you needed to soak your head and this is as good a way as any!
Russ Traunstein donated $50 [dip] on 12-07-2015
Ya gotta get the toes in the lake, at least. However, I've heard that "Half measure avail us nothing" but I shall leave it to your discretion Mr. Redditt whether any part or all parts of your body contact the good, clear, cold water of Cayuga Lake on the 1st! And yes, you continue to have my respect for your efforts to assist with 518 and those impacted by addiction.
Jim Dragovich donated $50 [dip] on 12-05-2015
He shouldn't mind a little cold dunk in the drink.
Bart Merrill donated $50 [dodge] on 12-05-2015
I don't want my friend Tucker's daddy to be cold! ( even though my dad wants me to vote for dip! ) That would upset Tucker! So I will donate for Tucker's daddy to be able to dodge! Seriously, Brian your commitment is inspiring.
Anonymous donated $10 [dip] on 11-23-2015
There's only one way to get over your fear of cold: INTO THE LAKE!
Carol Miller donated $25 [dodge] on 11-20-2015
You're the best! Thank you for all you do!
