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LeMark wrote: Tue Jun 17, 2025 6:24 pm Thank ls Joe, we appreciate the support
I'll try to be aware and to put something in the mail seasonally.
This place has really helped me out.


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$10/mo via Patreon setup, although I think it may have tried to create a second membership for me here . . .
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thanks for the contribution!
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Are we solvent yet? (or rather no longer a financial burden on our admins?)

Or should i dive into the sofa cushions (metaphorically speaking... Are we going to need a bigger sofa?)
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We're good. We really appreciate the support.
Jeremiah has been paid back for his expenses, and we're discussing future expenses and plans.
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And there was much rejoicing!
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Thank you, all!
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Funds sent from Canada. I am happy to support TubaForum.net!! :clap: :clap: :clap:
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Thank you so much!
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Donated.

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Thank you Don! Very much appreciated!
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Done
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Thank you so much!
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Please let us know when things start creeping in the red again.
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Done!

Enjoy reading about other's experiences and, lately, for being able to follow "Mr. Bloke" and his restoration of my own horn. :tuba:
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Thanks for the support!
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How are things currently?

We're still economically recovering from covid, but this is important.
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We're covering monthly expenses, if anybody needs to cut back on their monthly support, no hard feelings and we'll understand
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