I’m speechless. I’m sure you remember that I asked for some help with my hosting bill a couple of days ago. The goal was $120 and to be honest I didn’t expect to get more than maybe $30-$40.

I stayed up a few hours after posting the initial entry and was pleasantly surprised to see that I had already gotten more than $30. Not bad. Not bad at all, right? Turned out it could be much better.

I was shocked when I woke up and saw the balance of my account. I had received $166 (PayPal’s asshole fees not yet subtracted) in donations! In less than 12 hours nonetheless! Amazing. What is left after this year’s bill will of course go to next year’s.

Some donated more than others but I’m equally grateful to everyone. Even though a distinguishable sum came from one kind benefactor, I’m sure everyone contributed according to their abilities. And after all, it’s the thought that counts, not the amount. Baby Jesus would be proud.

Thanks to Ashura, InfinityB, Twilight1 and last, but not least, the Borg-esque collective known as Anonymous. Those who wanted to help but for one or another reason couldn’t also have my gratitude. If this site and its debauchery last for a thousand years, men will still say, “This was their finest hour.”