Paying it Forward - A New Direction
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Vitolo
Vaporist
KidFated's Solo (paid for by anonymous donor) has arrived.
At the same time so did grokits e-pen package ... with a Skyda 5, and vaporMax..
and of course, grokit's Vapocane B kit.
I am working on the destinations in my head as I type this!
These pre-owned vapes are great! I have been made able to offer choices!
I am loving the faces I see...
when they have a vape in hand.. and are excited... and then I say ... "or you might like to try this one"!
Thanks to all of you this is working.
I am working harder than ever, but this is a blessing.. a great thing indeed.
No gripes here.
I smile.
At the same time so did grokits e-pen package ... with a Skyda 5, and vaporMax..
and of course, grokit's Vapocane B kit.
I am working on the destinations in my head as I type this!
These pre-owned vapes are great! I have been made able to offer choices!
I am loving the faces I see...
when they have a vape in hand.. and are excited... and then I say ... "or you might like to try this one"!
Thanks to all of you this is working.
I am working harder than ever, but this is a blessing.. a great thing indeed.
No gripes here.
I smile.
@Vitolo, in dedication of what you do! Thank you! (Sung to the tune of We Are The Champions)
You Are The Champion
You've paid your dues
Though you think you still owe time.
You've done your sentence
But were guilty of no crime.
And bad mistakes
Who hasn't made a few?
I've had my share of dirty bong water splashed in my face
But I still see the good works that you do!
(And your contributions seem to just go on and on, and on, and on)
You are the champion, my friend,
And you keep on fighting for those unable, 'til the end.
You are the champion.
You've made more champions.
With you there are no losers
'Cause you have become a champion for the world.
They've thrown out their pills
And medicine bottles filled with goo
You brought them vapes and herbs and everything that goes with 'em
Now, they thank you!
Life's been no bed of roses,
No pleasure cruise.
It was a challenge before you stepped in to save them
Now they ain't gonna lose!
(And your contributions seem to just go on and on, and on, and on)
You are the champion, my friend,
And you keep on fighting for those unable, 'til the end.
You are the champion.
You've made more champions.
With you there are no losers
'Cause you have become a champion for the world.
You've paid your dues
Though you think you still owe time.
You've done your sentence
But were guilty of no crime.
And bad mistakes
Who hasn't made a few?
I've had my share of dirty bong water splashed in my face
But I still see the good works that you do!
(And your contributions seem to just go on and on, and on, and on)
You are the champion, my friend,
And you keep on fighting for those unable, 'til the end.
You are the champion.
You've made more champions.
With you there are no losers
'Cause you have become a champion for the world.
They've thrown out their pills
And medicine bottles filled with goo
You brought them vapes and herbs and everything that goes with 'em
Now, they thank you!
Life's been no bed of roses,
No pleasure cruise.
It was a challenge before you stepped in to save them
Now they ain't gonna lose!
(And your contributions seem to just go on and on, and on, and on)
You are the champion, my friend,
And you keep on fighting for those unable, 'til the end.
You are the champion.
You've made more champions.
With you there are no losers
'Cause you have become a champion for the world.
Thanks much @needalift, You got it!
Here's one for anyone who joins @Vitolo in his quest to heal AZ! (Sung to the tune of Blackened by Metallica).
Color Us Compassionate!
Compassion Is the End
Blessings it Will Send
Elevating All You See
Into Infinity
Bringing Life to Mother Earth
A Positive Rebirth
Pain and suffering's End
Healers Will they Mend
Forever!
Donations
To Begin with a single act of good
Compassion Is the End
To Begin Healing All As We Should
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Healing Suffering on this Earth
Restoring Their Self-Worth
Deadly Nausea and pain
You've Stopped Them Once Again
Lost the InHuman Frigid Chill
No More Pain Left to Kill
Relief Never Felt Before
Healing Evermore
Forever!
Donations
Thoughts of How We Can Help Spin Through Our Heads
Our action Is the End
Pain, Nausea, Those We Mend
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Compassionate!
Simple Donation...Human elation...elevation...No Compromise
Salutations...Further Donations...Higher Elevation...Their Spirits Rise
Brightest Colors
Now they see
True Healing of Life
Pain-Termination....Nausea-Expiration...Spasm-Cancellation...Restore the Human Race
Expectation of relief...Liberation of belief...Population Healing leaf...None Goes to Waste
See Our Suffering
Put to rest
To Suffering we say Goodbye
No More Life in Dismay
Compassion Takes Our Breath Away
Millions of Our Fears
In Minutes Disappears
Good Actions never done in Vain
Feeling of Belonging Remains
All Is Said and Done
Go have a little fun
Forever!
Donations
Thoughts of How We Can Help Spin Through Our Heads
Our action Is the End
Pain, Nausea, Those We Mend
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Donations
Is the Outcome of generosity
Strongest Potency
In the Exit of Misery
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Compassionate!
Compassion Is the End
Blessings it Will Send
Elevating All You See
Into Infinity
Bringing Life to Mother Earth
A Positive Rebirth
Pain and suffering's End
Healers Will they Mend
Forever!
Donations
To Begin with a single act of good
Compassion Is the End
To Begin Healing All As We Should
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Healing Suffering on this Earth
Restoring Their Self-Worth
Deadly Nausea and pain
You've Stopped Them Once Again
Lost the InHuman Frigid Chill
No More Pain Left to Kill
Relief Never Felt Before
Healing Evermore
Forever!
Donations
Thoughts of How We Can Help Spin Through Our Heads
Our action Is the End
Pain, Nausea, Those We Mend
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Compassionate!
Simple Donation...Human elation...elevation...No Compromise
Salutations...Further Donations...Higher Elevation...Their Spirits Rise
Brightest Colors
Now they see
True Healing of Life
Pain-Termination....Nausea-Expiration...Spasm-Cancellation...Restore the Human Race
Expectation of relief...Liberation of belief...Population Healing leaf...None Goes to Waste
See Our Suffering
Put to rest
To Suffering we say Goodbye
No More Life in Dismay
Compassion Takes Our Breath Away
Millions of Our Fears
In Minutes Disappears
Good Actions never done in Vain
Feeling of Belonging Remains
All Is Said and Done
Go have a little fun
Forever!
Donations
Thoughts of How We Can Help Spin Through Our Heads
Our action Is the End
Pain, Nausea, Those We Mend
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Donations
Is the Outcome of generosity
Strongest Potency
In the Exit of Misery
Color Our World, Compassionate!
Compassionate!
Vitolo
Vaporist
The days have been busy and time has flown by! I have not had time to really gather my thoughts.
I meet with many patients daily these days.
Patty is off Wednesday and Thursday , so I don't make regular appointments, and will have time to share some moments with you.
Anyone in the room recognize this little vape?.
I know the perfect patient is out there for this simple little beauty.
I meet with many patients daily these days.
Patty is off Wednesday and Thursday , so I don't make regular appointments, and will have time to share some moments with you.
Anyone in the room recognize this little vape?.
I know the perfect patient is out there for this simple little beauty.
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Vitolo
Vaporist
The week has been productive, thanks to the generosity of my fellow Vapor Enthusiasts.
6 vaporizers found their way into ready hands since I last posted here.
I am actually writing a nice post now, but I wanted to "vent"
I need a friend's ear, so FC… you are it.
This is about my disappointment in some sectors of humanity, that run close to my life, and that claim to follow a compassionate path, but they do not.
Long ago, Vapor Trail's Mission Statement caused much anger in the community… but I never backed down.
I was administrator for a few websites/forums here in my state.
I eventually left all of them except for my own Vapor Trail, because profiteering and irresponsible behavior was rampant, and in some cases my name and "image/figurehead" was being latched onto by profiteers.
This one large forum closed down, and the website became a commercial Dispensary menu, and delivery options Site… with payment options and all. I had for a few years, through this website helped many patients obtain Vaporizers at no cost.
I had been so busy here in my own back yard, that I had not logged in in many months (what the heck.. no emails saying anything was broken!).
I decided to log in, and there was no longer a forum, just a business…. no place for growers even to reach out to less fortunate community members.. hmmmm… I wonder why?
Now that my community has been treated so well, I decided to reach out to the next community in my area and see if I could help.
(Phoenix, AZ)
I said "I am in the unique position to help a few patients in your community, as I have a few vaporizers here that could go to a couple of patients in need."
He responded "We now sell vaporizers, and we have plenty for the community. We are even considering a price break to those that are broke."
I reminded him "I was talking about DEAD FREE… and NO STRINGS attached".
His response was as follows:
"Vito, I think we will stick with doing things as we are. No offense brother, but whenever you show up to help patients, community professionals wind up losing income.
Every time you help a patient obtain compassion meds, one of our shops or growers loses out"
I did not argue.
I was too busy trying to gag back the bile that had gathered in the back of my throat.
Now I realize why the forum had closed down.
They had gathered a following… gained community trust, and then with a careful eye on their bankbooks, and the patient's wallet… made themselves the only game in town.
Hell… they even had my picture up on the front page of their Website!
I made them take it down.
I do not need to go to the next community for now. I was just trying to be a Zealot and spread the word.
Tucson is plenty big, and has tons of poor patients.
I also, true enough am plenty limited in my ability to travel.
My soul is also limited in what kind of bullshit it can see without me losing heart.
Truth is I need to meet the patients I help directly any way.
At least they did not con me out of some equipment and then sell it behind my back.
I will stop whining now, and will update you good folks tomorrow on real progress that has been made!
Trust me... I am not discouraged... I just feel badly for their captive audience, and it makes me realize that in some communities profiteers are running the show. They tried to do the same locally, but failed.
Tomorrow, I will post the successes!
6 vaporizers found their way into ready hands since I last posted here.
I am actually writing a nice post now, but I wanted to "vent"
I need a friend's ear, so FC… you are it.
This is about my disappointment in some sectors of humanity, that run close to my life, and that claim to follow a compassionate path, but they do not.
Long ago, Vapor Trail's Mission Statement caused much anger in the community… but I never backed down.
I was administrator for a few websites/forums here in my state.
I eventually left all of them except for my own Vapor Trail, because profiteering and irresponsible behavior was rampant, and in some cases my name and "image/figurehead" was being latched onto by profiteers.
This one large forum closed down, and the website became a commercial Dispensary menu, and delivery options Site… with payment options and all. I had for a few years, through this website helped many patients obtain Vaporizers at no cost.
I had been so busy here in my own back yard, that I had not logged in in many months (what the heck.. no emails saying anything was broken!).
I decided to log in, and there was no longer a forum, just a business…. no place for growers even to reach out to less fortunate community members.. hmmmm… I wonder why?
Now that my community has been treated so well, I decided to reach out to the next community in my area and see if I could help.
(Phoenix, AZ)
I said "I am in the unique position to help a few patients in your community, as I have a few vaporizers here that could go to a couple of patients in need."
He responded "We now sell vaporizers, and we have plenty for the community. We are even considering a price break to those that are broke."
I reminded him "I was talking about DEAD FREE… and NO STRINGS attached".
His response was as follows:
"Vito, I think we will stick with doing things as we are. No offense brother, but whenever you show up to help patients, community professionals wind up losing income.
Every time you help a patient obtain compassion meds, one of our shops or growers loses out"
I did not argue.
I was too busy trying to gag back the bile that had gathered in the back of my throat.
Now I realize why the forum had closed down.
They had gathered a following… gained community trust, and then with a careful eye on their bankbooks, and the patient's wallet… made themselves the only game in town.
Hell… they even had my picture up on the front page of their Website!
I made them take it down.
I do not need to go to the next community for now. I was just trying to be a Zealot and spread the word.
Tucson is plenty big, and has tons of poor patients.
I also, true enough am plenty limited in my ability to travel.
My soul is also limited in what kind of bullshit it can see without me losing heart.
Truth is I need to meet the patients I help directly any way.
At least they did not con me out of some equipment and then sell it behind my back.
I will stop whining now, and will update you good folks tomorrow on real progress that has been made!
Trust me... I am not discouraged... I just feel badly for their captive audience, and it makes me realize that in some communities profiteers are running the show. They tried to do the same locally, but failed.
Tomorrow, I will post the successes!
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olivianewtonjohn
Well-Known Member
Vitolo
Vaporist
The week was great in spite of my description of being slapped in the face by greed. They wanted to isolate their patients.. mostly rural and without internet.. from information.
Here, Vapes went out.
The week… has brought was a giant leap forward into the confidence zone.
Patients known to be shy and afraid… with the lowest of self esteem have been stepping up and looking me right in the eye, to ask for help/parts/information with the tools they have acquired.
I had collected parts from funds that were left over after paying all vendors off.
One young fellow met a couple here at my home.
I generally do not see more than one person at a time. I had that couple here I spoke of once, that each got a VG, thanks to a member here.
The young fellow I speak of came a few minutes early, and the couple was just leaving. The husband had his wooden VG in hand, and so in a moment of camaraderie with an older person, my young friend (18 year old patient), flashed his VG… the wife pulled out her "coil". all 3 smiled for a moment of unity.
The young fellow after the couple left could not stop giggling.
"Did you see me? I was right in there. We were all the same, and I was one of them!"
I was excited for him.
"You sure as fuck were!"
We finished our meeting.
He was here to get some of my body tincture for spinal condition.
I always slip him a bud or two.
I asked him how that free acrylic grinder was holding up.
He said it was great.. but I knew better… I paid 87¢ for those grinders, when I was much worse off than I am now.
I played it cool ….
I dropped a space case small 2 piece into his small box, next to his meds.
"That is a gift from the members ay Fuck Combustion."
Patient that has been without job for a very long time.
I got him a Buddha in 2011. Back then it was just me and Patty.
We fought hard to help.
Things are better now!
He was here to talk about flowers (meds)
He was so shy in the start.
A month ago I gave him a good grinder, and told him to tell me up front if anything goes wrong.
Today when he was done with flowers, he said:
"there is a little crack on my buddha wand, but it still works OK.
If it stops working can I buy a new one?"
I asked to see it.
it was no more than 2/3 of a wand, and the bowl was 1/2 size at this point.
He said it had been like that for months.
Damn….. using that wand showed some determination!
I gave him a repaired one I had fixed up a while back…..
and told him that it was his spare…. and then he received a brand new one.
That made my day good!
Wheelchair bound Vietnam Vet has been in my home a number of times.
I help him with medibles, and I got him an EZ vape a couple years back.
This week he called to ask if I could look at the cord. It was shorting out in one position.
He can not get his chair down my hallway to the vape room. We visit in the kitchen.
I had him sit, while I left to "repair" his unit. (I will be repairing it too… and passing it on later)
It was funny to see his face, when I pulled out a Da Buddha. I told him I had to alter the body on his plastic box vape, to get the new electrical cord to fit.
He raised his eyebrows smiled and said ;"You sir are a liar, but you appear to me lying to my advantage".
Both of us had a good laugh.
Damn I like it when patients leave here feeling in a better "life position" than when they walked in!
I am in the works right now to get permission for a patient living in a long term care facility to use an extreme Q there.
I gave him an MFLB that was donated from FC, by his own choice, so he could leave the building and go to the smoking "gazebo" and vape. Problem is that summertime is upon us, and each day it gets less comfortable.
Hopefully we get our answer by Friday.
Here's to wishing you all thick, rich, flavorful vapor!
Talk later.
Here, Vapes went out.
The week… has brought was a giant leap forward into the confidence zone.
Patients known to be shy and afraid… with the lowest of self esteem have been stepping up and looking me right in the eye, to ask for help/parts/information with the tools they have acquired.
I had collected parts from funds that were left over after paying all vendors off.
One young fellow met a couple here at my home.I generally do not see more than one person at a time. I had that couple here I spoke of once, that each got a VG, thanks to a member here.
The young fellow I speak of came a few minutes early, and the couple was just leaving. The husband had his wooden VG in hand, and so in a moment of camaraderie with an older person, my young friend (18 year old patient), flashed his VG… the wife pulled out her "coil". all 3 smiled for a moment of unity.
The young fellow after the couple left could not stop giggling.
"Did you see me? I was right in there. We were all the same, and I was one of them!"
I was excited for him.
"You sure as fuck were!"
We finished our meeting.
He was here to get some of my body tincture for spinal condition.
I always slip him a bud or two.
I asked him how that free acrylic grinder was holding up.
He said it was great.. but I knew better… I paid 87¢ for those grinders, when I was much worse off than I am now.
I played it cool ….
I dropped a space case small 2 piece into his small box, next to his meds.
"That is a gift from the members ay Fuck Combustion."
Patient that has been without job for a very long time.I got him a Buddha in 2011. Back then it was just me and Patty.
We fought hard to help.
Things are better now!
He was here to talk about flowers (meds)
He was so shy in the start.
A month ago I gave him a good grinder, and told him to tell me up front if anything goes wrong.
Today when he was done with flowers, he said:
"there is a little crack on my buddha wand, but it still works OK.
If it stops working can I buy a new one?"
I asked to see it.
it was no more than 2/3 of a wand, and the bowl was 1/2 size at this point.
He said it had been like that for months.
Damn….. using that wand showed some determination!
I gave him a repaired one I had fixed up a while back…..
and told him that it was his spare…. and then he received a brand new one.
That made my day good!
Wheelchair bound Vietnam Vet has been in my home a number of times.I help him with medibles, and I got him an EZ vape a couple years back.
This week he called to ask if I could look at the cord. It was shorting out in one position.
He can not get his chair down my hallway to the vape room. We visit in the kitchen.
I had him sit, while I left to "repair" his unit. (I will be repairing it too… and passing it on later)
It was funny to see his face, when I pulled out a Da Buddha. I told him I had to alter the body on his plastic box vape, to get the new electrical cord to fit.
He raised his eyebrows smiled and said ;"You sir are a liar, but you appear to me lying to my advantage".
Both of us had a good laugh.
Damn I like it when patients leave here feeling in a better "life position" than when they walked in!
I am in the works right now to get permission for a patient living in a long term care facility to use an extreme Q there.
I gave him an MFLB that was donated from FC, by his own choice, so he could leave the building and go to the smoking "gazebo" and vape. Problem is that summertime is upon us, and each day it gets less comfortable.
Hopefully we get our answer by Friday.
Here's to wishing you all thick, rich, flavorful vapor!
Talk later.
Radio
stay true to yourselves
I am going to put aside some funds every 2 months to go strictly towards helping you make the standard of comfort better for your patients. This is a wonderful and uplifting thread and We all commend your work here
Edit: will also speak to a close friend of mine to see if he will also contribute a bit. I encourage all those who read this to consider the same
Edit: will also speak to a close friend of mine to see if he will also contribute a bit. I encourage all those who read this to consider the same
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placetime
Well-Known Member
Anybody else have a contest coupon from the Herbalizer Fortune Cookie Contest that they want to toss in the mix?
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/herbalizer-fortune-cookie-contest.13298/page-17#post-603331
http://fuckcombustion.com/threads/herbalizer-fortune-cookie-contest.13298/page-17#post-603331
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stickstones
Vapor concierge
Thanks for the updates, Vitolo. They make my day!
Vitolo
Vaporist
I got a few emails asking why I did not place an easy donate link for folks that wished to donate to help the patients that I work with.
I placed a link in my signature, but it felt funny to me.
I will put a donate button here in this post.
I will then place a link to this post in my signature.
That will feel better to me, while still leaving the option open to others.
Here is the link: Any donation made into this account will be used
to acquire Vaporizers, or replacement parts for
Low income, severely disabled, State Certified Arizona MMJ Patients.
This Paypal button is to help low income patients with vaporizers:>
I placed a link in my signature, but it felt funny to me.
I will put a donate button here in this post.
I will then place a link to this post in my signature.
That will feel better to me, while still leaving the option open to others.
Here is the link: Any donation made into this account will be used
to acquire Vaporizers, or replacement parts for
Low income, severely disabled, State Certified Arizona MMJ Patients.
This Paypal button is to help low income patients with vaporizers:>
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KidFated.
Unknown Member
I do I do!!! Burnt it on hot rocks and a woodstove in the ice house, I didn't like it looking so nice
Radio
stay true to yourselves
Thanks Vitolo. I can tell by the way you pick your words that you are a genuinely good person. I will let you know when I can put some money aside for thisI got a few emails asking why I did not place an easy donate link for folks that wished to donate to help the patients that I work with.
I placed a link in my signature, but it felt funny to me.
I will put a donate button here in this post.
I will then place a link to this post in my signature.
That will feel better to me, while still leaving the option open to others.
Here is the link: Any donation made into this account will be used
to acquire Vaporizers, or replacement parts for
Low income, severely disabled, State Certified Arizona MMJ Patients.
Vitolo
Vaporist
You guys have made me the busiest guy in the Vape Universe!
I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your help and support.
A few times I found time to post answers in threads, but have ignored this thread, for there is ALWAYS some kind of news on the brink of occurring!
You guys can see ... we have $80 in the classified fund.
Thanks to you guys that did this!
Vapes have poured in from you all... and I won't review names.. I might forget some!
Vape makers and sellers have also helped... Big time.
Thanks, @FlashVAPE for donating a brand new kit meant to go to just the right patient. That was surely compassionate... and it is not the first time you have come though in this manner!
@PuffItUp ... well you all know Randy. He never stops being an inspiration, and has helped me since we met years ago. He had some obscure vapes that he decided to donate before making the move to a new location. He tried to make it sound casual, but it was really a big deal, and Randy I thank you.
I fall short in sharing success stories.... so many faces, so much history.
Due to TBI (that good old brain injury), I get to say that it is all a blur, with no recourse!
While it's truly a whirlwind blur, there are plenty moments that brought me to my happy place, and I will surely try to share more of those when the dust settles!
I send my fellow vaporists a hearty lungfull of love and gratitude.
May the Universe in it's wisdom guide the vapor I now exhale.....
... to where it is most needed.
*Edit- (and an update)
thanks, @bellas for sending in the pinnacle you had for trade. I will find the parts needed to make it complete!
UPDATE-
The classified fund now has a healthy $175 in it.
our @pakalolo had an auction for a Volta Vaporizer, and the winner was @TanukiCoast whose funds were donated to the fund that is listed in my signature.
RE-Update-
Classified fund is at 200 dollars.
Thanks @didolgi
I thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your help and support.
A few times I found time to post answers in threads, but have ignored this thread, for there is ALWAYS some kind of news on the brink of occurring!
You guys can see ... we have $80 in the classified fund.
Thanks to you guys that did this!
Vapes have poured in from you all... and I won't review names.. I might forget some!
Vape makers and sellers have also helped... Big time.
Thanks, @FlashVAPE for donating a brand new kit meant to go to just the right patient. That was surely compassionate... and it is not the first time you have come though in this manner!
@PuffItUp ... well you all know Randy. He never stops being an inspiration, and has helped me since we met years ago. He had some obscure vapes that he decided to donate before making the move to a new location. He tried to make it sound casual, but it was really a big deal, and Randy I thank you.
I fall short in sharing success stories.... so many faces, so much history.
Due to TBI (that good old brain injury), I get to say that it is all a blur, with no recourse!
While it's truly a whirlwind blur, there are plenty moments that brought me to my happy place, and I will surely try to share more of those when the dust settles!
I send my fellow vaporists a hearty lungfull of love and gratitude.
May the Universe in it's wisdom guide the vapor I now exhale.....
... to where it is most needed.
*Edit- (and an update)
thanks, @bellas for sending in the pinnacle you had for trade. I will find the parts needed to make it complete!
UPDATE-
The classified fund now has a healthy $175 in it.
our @pakalolo had an auction for a Volta Vaporizer, and the winner was @TanukiCoast whose funds were donated to the fund that is listed in my signature.
RE-Update-
Classified fund is at 200 dollars.
Thanks @didolgi
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