Question (no Michaelm please)

[MateDow]

ORIGINAL: PaxMondo

ORIGINAL: n01487477

ORIGINAL: jrcar
Quick update, we raised about AUD$800 in total (some people sent me in non Australian currency, so not exactly sure until I withdraw it). Arranging a suitable transfer mechanism to Michael.

Cheers
Rob

Well that can buy a fairly good 13"/15" laptop ... well done chaps.

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[Sardaukar]

AUD 800 is indeed quite nice sum, well done all! [8D]

Actually, it's about how much my Sony Vaio that I am using right now did cost...€599...

[TulliusDetritus]

ORIGINAL: Sardaukar

AUD 800 is indeed quite nice sum, well done all! [8D]

Actually, it's about how much my Sony Vaio that I am using right now did cost...€599...

Yes yes yes, he might perfectly buy a laptop with the money. Mine cost around €500 (a standard one, I bought it 3 months ago; not the best one obviously). Who would have thought it... we were planning to amass little money for a good scotch and we ended up amassing big big big shining money. Not too bad. For all I care, Michael deserves it [8D]

[Mac Linehan]

ORIGINAL: wdolson

Asking does sort of ruin the surprise a bit, but I think that's probably the safest route at this point.  I've come around to the ask camp.

BTW, the money has been transferred to Rob (jrcar). There was a 1% cross border fee which I paid out of my own pocket. The totals were $455 donated with $434.99 after fees. That full amount was transferred to Rob. 

I'm not sure what Rob received, I think he had around $200 a few days ago.  I don't know about computer prices in Australia, but my last Toshiba laptop cost my $650 US a couple of years ago.  It's not top of the line, but it's a decent machine.  If we didn't raise enough for a laptop, we got a long ways there, even if we do give him a bottle of scotch out of it.

Bill

Bill -

My appreciation and gratitude to you -

The Man of Character and Integrity often takes the path more challenging.

Mac

[Mac Linehan]

jcar -

Thank You for your time and effort;

Gents -

Well done - and done with class, as it should be!

Mac

[michaelm75au]

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

[Grollub]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

You are most welcome! [:)]

[chesmart]

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[GreyJoy]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

[Sardaukar]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

Any given day, mate!

You have gone above and beyond "call of duty" for community, so this small gesture was least we could do.

And now you know your dedication was not in vain. [8D] Not that many of us had not voiced our ingratitude...[:D]

So..where is the next beta? [:D]

[crsutton]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

The least we can do.

Now as I was saying to the rest of the community. I really am in need of a new flat screen TV.......Just mentioning it (again) just in case you really want to see this thread stay alive. [8D]

[crsutton]

Here is a photo of my wife attempting to get a picture out of one of our current sets. Come guys...show a little love here.

[witpqs]

Thank YOU, Michael! Glad we can help out. [:)]

[USSAmerica]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

You are very welcome! It is well earned through all you do for us!

[Apollo11]

Hi all,

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

Thank you Michael! [:)][&o]


Leo "Apollo11"

[Mac Linehan]

Michael -

It is you whom should be thanked, Sir.

Mac

[wdolson]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

Can't think of anyone more deserving of a nice surprise this time of year. I'm glad this all came together right at a time when it was needed.

Thank you for all you've done for this project,
Bill

[pws1225]

ORIGINAL: michaelm

Guys
Thank you.
This was definitely not expected, but very much appreciated.

I ended up getting a nice laptop while the pre-Xmas specials were on - $1000 WIN7 64-bit laptop for about $800. Almost a shame to load it up with the old software [:D]. But at least I have a new platform to test on ...

I am in the process of restoring the old code and compilers. Be a few days getting it all together. I might not get back all my old software, but at least I can get back to being able to run tests and code again.

Again,
THANK YOU ALL.

It was our honor to ackowledge all you've done. Enjoy and have a merry X-Mas.

Paul

[zuluhour]

You know..I'd like to have a beer with you guys.
Have a nice holiday "M"!!!

[zuluhour]

Crsutton: I used to watch Captain Chesapeake on a very similar TV.[:D]