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FaceBook is getting involved

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

Facebook-GroupLast night, while I was working on this site, there were 60 – 70 members of the group “Free Paul and Rachel Chandler“, now there are 117 and it appears to be growing as I type this.  I have intentionally left my name off this site because I dont want any credit for this, however I will also be contributing to the FaceBook group as well and my information should be available for people to see.

My goal is to somehow raise the funds or interest in people that could help.  I firmly believe with the power of the internet, WE can make this happen!

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Just found the Chandlers website…

Saturday, November 21st, 2009
Paul and Rachel Chandlers Website outlining the voyage on their boat "Lynn Rival"

Paul and Rachel Chandlers Website outlining the voyage on their boat "Lynn Rival"

I just found the Chandlers website that is/was documenting their journey.   Their last entry was “PLEASE RING SARAH” posted on Friday October 23, 2009.   According to reports, this would have been 1 day after the capture.

I haven’t read through the whole site yet, however it appears that all was well until the last post.
With the last message in all CAPs making reference to “Sarah”, I would assume that the Chandlers may have access to a satellite phone and were reaching out for help.

Sarah, if there is anything I, or this site, can do right now, please contact me at SaveTheChandlers@gmail.com As I’ve been mentioning, my goal is to help people like the Chandlers in coming to a resolution of this matter through the power of the internet (and hopefully the power of companies such as Google)

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More information at Huffingtonpost.com

Saturday, November 21st, 2009
Paul and Rachel Chandler

Paul and Rachel Chandler captured Oct 22, 2009 by Somali Pirates

Thanks to the Huffingtonpost, I found this picture of Paul and Rachel.   According to their article, the couple said they were fearful they will be killed or handed to a terrorist group if a ransom is not paid soon.  Paul said he has, “no doubt that they will not hesitate to kill us in a week or so from now”, filmed by a Channel 4 crew.

I have a feeling that this blog may start a debate about the pros and cons of paying a ransom.  Both our governments choose to NOT participate and it makes sense as to why this is the case.   This, however, doesnt prevent individuals from helping in any way they can!

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If you feel as compelled to help as I do…

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

As Im following this story, Im constantly thinking of EVERYONE out there that can help with this cause.    While Im scanning things on the net and the news about the status of Paul and Rachel, Im sure Im not seeing it all.  It would be EXTREMELY helpful if others who want to contribute to this post contact me at SaveTheChandlers@gmail.com

You will NOT get paid to do this, and you will be contributing because you feel as compelled as I do about this subject!  The only people who will benefit from this will be the Chandlers!

If you dont want to contribute, at least change your status on your social network account (FaceBook, MySpace, LinkedIn, etc…) to point  a link to this site.   Even passive support is considered support!!

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Spread the word on Facebook!

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

I changed my status on my Facebook account to let everyone know about the site.   I strongly feel that if the word is spread, it WILL get the attention of both DONORS and PEOPLE that can help.

A few minutes ago I found this clip from CNN that shows a video about the kidnapping:  http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/world/2009/11/20/rugman.somali.pirate.hostage.itn

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Using PayPal to help Paul & Rachael Chandler

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

I set up a PayPal donate account where I will name  Google to be the recipient of the funds so they can help Paul and Rachael Chandler.

I will keep everyone posted as I see more information about whats going on.  Im hoping that the message will also get to the Pirates and they will see that someone is working on a plan that could work for everyone.   The more the word is spread, the more this blog may help!   PLEASE use the sites you visit daily like FaceBook or MySpace or even LinkedIn to post a status on your message that has this URL so they can possibly help too.   Better yet, send the link to this blog via email to people that may be able to help.

I have set up the DONATE button on the site and it is live.  As I have said in other parts of this site, ALL proceeds will go towards helping Paul and Rachel Chandlers obtain freedom from their captors.

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This world is really making me ill!

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

Friday 11:54pm, November 20 2009:

I just heard on the TV that there are 2 sailors who where captured this last month by pirates.  According to the Associated Press, Paul and Rachel Chander were kidnapped when the pirates seized their 38-foot yacht, the Lynn Rival, while they were sailing towards Tanzania.

$7,000,000.00  (Seven Million) dollars are being requested for their release and much like our government, Britain insists they will not pay ransom to the kidnappers.  Im not suggesting that we raise either raise the money and find a way to give it to them, or use the funds to hire a negotiating team to see if they can talk with the pirates.

Either way I think that something should be done to help them!
As Im sitting here working on this blog, Im going to find a way to accept funds via a Google checkout.   ABSOLUTELY ALL FUNDS WILL GO TO GOOGLE! I will turn over all account numbers to Google and only them.  Im hoping that with their network & bureaucratic powers with the governments that be, they can see fit that the money goes to the right place.  I repeat, I dont wany ANYTHING from this site other than to help Paul and Rachel Chander return to their familys!
I just found this article on Google at:   Google link

Please take a look at that so you can see for yourself, but PLEASE COME BACK and help once I get the Google Checkout set up.   I will keep you posted as I figure out the Google Checkout.

(Any correspondence can be sent to me at SaveTheChandlers@gmail.com )

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