As I write this, the GoFundMe to help Fred Adair and his family has crossed the $11,000 mark... I'm amazed.
I've never actually met Fred in person. I've never set foot in his store. I only know him via Facebook and only because a former co-worker of mine used to be a regular in his store. Fred and I bonded over Facebook with our mutual love of comics, arguing about nonsense, and making fun of each other's beards. But it is obvious to me, even through these limited interactions, that Fred is a damn fine human being.
The outpouring of aid from over 200 people in the span of just a few hours and the many supportive comments left on the GoFundMe page, on the Crazy Fred's Facebook page, and elsewhere only serve to reinforce that notion. I've took the liberty of sharing the GoFundMe link the Ordo Fanaticus, here on the forum as well as on Facebook. I know most of you have never been to Crazy Fred's and most of us probably never will... But you many of have clicked that Like button and several of you have Shared the link, and that all helps to "signal boost" the message. Some of you have donated, which is just an amazing act of genuine human kindness. I'm usually a pretty cynical, misanthropic sort... I'm honestly getting a bit choked up watching this outpouring.
Please, if you can, chip in a few dollars to help a dear friend and damn fine man. If you can't afford to give money, I understand, but please share the link.