Anyone willing to give a financial hand to a fellow Valkyrie rider?

[wingrider02]

Hey all,

Hopefully this is allowed...if not, I certainly understand, and will take it down.

I have a motorcyling buddy who lives in rural London, rides a nice Valkyrie! He and his wife have had a very hard time getting pregnant, and keeping it once they managed to make one stick.

They have decided to try IVF in hopes that they would succeed in making a family.

They have a decent start on getting the various costs paid for, but are not able to pay for it all.

I am taking the initiative to try and help this couple get their dream baby.  They have set up a go-fund me account, and I am trying to get the word out.

If you would be willing to give a little, it would be greatly appreciated!

The link to their account is here: https://www.gofundme.com/operation-baby-h-ivf

Thank you for all that look at this, and a deepest thanks to those that give!      

[Oss]

best of luck to them

I frankly dont understand how because you live in one area you can be denied
socialized medicine

Indeed all animals are created equal but some are more equal than others applies in britain as well

In the old days, one would just consider adoption as many unwanted could use the love of a good home and many people have the love to give and no child to share it with

[ridingron]

I'm sorry to hear of their problems. I doubt my insurance would cover much of the cost.

I guess socialized medicine isn't all a lot of folks think it is.

[The emperor has no clothes]

I'm sorry to hear of their problems. I doubt my insurance would cover much of the cost.

I guess socialized medicine isn't all a lot of folks think it is.

Did you guys think it would be covered ?

[DirtyDan]

Ok hard question (coming from an on again off again hospital patient)

If making the child is too expensive who is going to pay to RAISE that child ?

Dan

[..]

Ok hard question (coming from an on again off again hospital patient)

If making the child is too expensive who is going to pay to RAISE that child ?

Dan

Hate to say it but that was the first thought came to mind.

[Gavin_Sons]

Correct me but I don't think the original poster is referring to London, England.

I'm pretty sure it is London England

[threevalks]

Yep. London England. Got to the link posted by the op and you will see.

[wingrider02]

Fella's, it is indeed London, England.  Somehow my phone autocorrected it out of my original post. I have heard many stories of the horrendous taxes that are required to live where they are, as well as the socialized medicine.

I was once in the same shoes as this chap...made pretty decent money to keep everything afloat without any worry that the house would be foreclosed, food on the table etc.  but when faced with the prices for adoption or IVF, we simply could not swing the sheer amount of money that was required.  It does not sound as if insurance will be of much help.

They are in a slightly different situation than we were, as they are both young, and have a better chance of carrying to term than my wife did.  We made the very hard decision to hang it up, but this is their dream, and they will continue to attempt to make everything work.

Again, thanks everyone for looking at it!


 

[The emperor has no clothes]

Correct me but I don't think the original poster is referring to London, England.

I'm pretty sure it is London England

Saying rural London is like saying rural Atlanta.

But there is a rural London Township in MN. Just sayin'.

I took it to mean the suburbs of London.

[..]

Whoa, whoa, whoa.

Just realized the OP said that the IVF $$$ hunter rides a nice Valkyrie.

I hope it's up for sale!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[wingrider02]

It is a stripped down standard.  Looks good in pictures.  Talked to him about selling it, stated the obvious...you can get another one down the road, and he didn't figure he could much for it.  I am not positive, but I think the bike was wrecked at one point.  I think deep down, it is an option...

[BF]

So....if the gov there won't pay to have the baby simply because of where this young couple live, is the government gonna pay for the child when it gets sick or is in need of other medical costs....simply because of where they live?

I'm not against all forms for socialized medicine, and do believe that it can be a good thing, but something doesn't sound right about this.  

[Gavin_Sons]

If I was trying to have a kid and it meant that much to me, I would be selling everything I didn't need including the bike.

[Toledo Mark]

Whoa, whoa, whoa.

Just realized the OP said that the IVF $$$ hunter rides a nice Valkyrie.

I hope it's up for sale!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I agree.  Plus the last thing that family needs is for mom to be raising the baby by herself because dad is dead from a MC crash.  I rode before I married and didn't get back into it until I was financially stable and had enough life insurance to support my wife and kids if I were gone.

[wingrider02]

I agree about selling off any toys, and have told him it is probably a wise choice to sell it and try to get one at a later date.  I did however forget that it is his only mode of transportation that is actually his, and that the bike is still financed.  Like I say, I am guessing the bike may come up for sale if push comes to shove.

Being that this costs somewhere between $30-40K, and they have managed to save $20K+ on their own, it does show they have a good base to draw from.  From what I can gather, they had approximately $9K left needed when this fund was set up.  

I know it was a big stretch to try and get that much money together when my wife and I were in that position.  It is certainly was a huge risk for us...I hope they succeed in getting their family.

[davit]

I agree about selling off any toys, and have told him it is probably a wise choice to sell it and try to get one at a later date.  I did however forget that it is his only mode of transportation that is actually his, and that the bike is still financed.  Like I say, I am guessing the bike may come up for sale if push comes to shove.

Being that this costs somewhere between $30-40K, and they have managed to save $20K+ on their own, it does show they have a good base to draw from.  From what I can gather, they had approximately $9K left needed when this fund was set up.  

I know it was a big stretch to try and get that much money together when my wife and I were in that position.  It is certainly was a huge risk for us...I hope they succeed in getting their family.

This gets better with every post.  . The triplets and new mom will doubtless enjoy their
 ride home from the birthing center.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Using a gofundme page is not what I would do. But I think some of you are being a little harsh. He probably has the Valk for transportation and she probably has a car. It's pretty hard in this day and age with both working not to have 2 vehicles. I am sympathetic to a couple that wants children and cannot conceive. It took my daughter 5 years and they had all but given up when she got pregnant. I know they wanted more but it's been 11 years more with no success. It can be very hard on a young couple.

[davit]

Using a gofundme page is not what I would do. But I think some of you are being a little harsh. He probably has the Valk for transportation and she probably has a car. It's pretty hard in this day and age with both working not to have 2 vehicles. I am sympathetic to a couple that wants children and cannot conceive. It took my daughter 5 years and they had all but given up when she got pregnant. I know they wanted more but it's been 11 years more with no success. It can be very hard on a young couple.

Maybe.  And if I am I apologise.  But please don't suggest a motorcycle is a less expensive method of transportation in than a second car.  And if the bike is financed by all means pay it off with some of the 20K they have in saved.

To the OP:  has the couple considered foster care?  My sister went tht route and ultimately adopted three of them.

[The emperor has no clothes]

Using a gofundme page is not what I would do. But I think some of you are being a little harsh. He probably has the Valk for transportation and she probably has a car. It's pretty hard in this day and age with both working not to have 2 vehicles. I am sympathetic to a couple that wants children and cannot conceive. It took my daughter 5 years and they had all but given up when she got pregnant. I know they wanted more but it's been 11 years more with no success. It can be very hard on a young couple.

Maybe.  And if I am I apologise.  But please don't suggest a motorcycle is a less expensive method of transportation in than a second car.  And if the bike is financed by all means pay it off with some of the 20K they have in saved.

To the OP:  has the couple considered foster care?  My sister went tht route and ultimately adopted three of them.

My post wasn't directed at you. More the general tone of responses. I understand what you are saying. I wouldn't go the route they are. I'm just saying if he has a 20 year old bike for transportation and she has a car, that hardly seems extravagant to me. Maybe adoption or foster care will be where they end up. But I can sure understand and sympathize with them wanting their own child. I hope things work out for them.

[6shutr]

Shouldn't it be about responsible choices, rather than one's wants?.....just saying

[The emperor has no clothes]

Shouldn't it be about responsible choices, rather than one's wants?.....just saying

Where you been hiding Rick ? I was over your way a couple weeks back. I should have got ahold of you.

[wingrider02]

Fellas, she does have a car, which as I understand, she owns, which is why that was put in that respect.

I think we all know a Valk or most any bike isn't going to be the cheapest when it comes to commuting, but it is more fun! 

I honestly do not know if they have looked into foster care, and being he was adopted, that may or may not have an effect on any future plans.  No doubt that might be one of the conversations we have in the future.

[DirtyDan]

Shouldn't it be about responsible choices, rather than one's wants?.....just saying

+1

Dan

[larue]

If they have 20k saved and want a child so bad, there are other options and places to get it done, lots of reputable American doctors have IVF clinics in resorts in cancun Mexico and other places like Thailand , all expense paid 2 week stay in the clinic for Less 8k including the process. Other health factors of the couple will play a major role in a success of an IVF 30% tops and great chance of multiples. However, back to the main topic either contribute or be nice. My 2 cents

[baldo]

Using a gofundme page is not what I would do. But I think some of you are being a little harsh. He probably has the Valk for transportation and she probably has a car. It's pretty hard in this day and age with both working not to have 2 vehicles. I am sympathetic to a couple that wants children and cannot conceive. It took my daughter 5 years and they had all but given up when she got pregnant. I know they wanted more but it's been 11 years more with no success. It can be very hard on a young couple.

Maybe.  And if I am I apologise.  But please don't suggest a motorcycle is a less expensive method of transportation in than a second car.  And if the bike is financed by all means pay it off with some of the 20K they have in saved.

To the OP:  has the couple considered foster care?  My sister went tht route and ultimately adopted three of them.

My post wasn't directed at you. More the general tone of responses. I understand what you are saying. I wouldn't go the route they are. I'm just saying if he has a 20 year old bike for transportation and she has a car, that hardly seems extravagant to me. Maybe adoption or foster care will be where they end up. But I can sure understand and sympathize with them wanting their own child. I hope things work out for them.

I agree with you MH....

[wingrider02]

If they have 20k saved and want a child so bad, there are other options and places to get it done, lots of reputable American doctors have IVF clinics in resorts in cancun Mexico and other places like Thailand , all expense paid 2 week stay in the clinic for Less 8k including the process. Other health factors of the couple will play a major role in a success of an IVF 30% tops and great chance of multiples. However, back to the main topic either contribute or be nice. My 2 cents

That is very interesting, and will certainly mention it to them if they don't know about it.  If you have any info on it, I would be happy to pass it along to them.

[6shutr]

Shouldn't it be about responsible choices, rather than one's wants?.....just saying

Where you been hiding Rick ? I was over your way a couple weeks back. I should have got ahold of you.

Sorry I missed you amigo. Yes please give me a call or text is even better when you're over this way. I rode down to San Felipe in late March for the weekend, and over to Big Macs, and Chapparal for tires one day a couple of weeks ago. Otherwise I've been around home......rick