QLers raised more funds for P Aboo
The people at www.Qatarliving.com, a community website, have raised more funds for P Aboo, the Indian expatriate who has not been home for more than nine years because of a travel ban.
A spokesperson for Qatarliving told Gulf Times yesterday evening that in two days, they collected over QR 11,000 from members, friends and well-wishers. The members held a similar gathering last Monday too.
The response was “excellent” the spokesperson said. The cash will be handed over to Indian Ambassador George Joseph this afternoon.
“It was a great achievement to have mobilised so much in just under two days,” said the website spokesperson.
The travel ban was imposed because Aboo was unable to clear debts amounting to nearly QR200,000. He repaid more than QR156,000 doing odd jobs over the last seven years.
The report on 61-year-old Aboo, published by Gulf Times evoked a spontaneous response from readers. On Tuesday, two Indian businessmen donated QR25,000 to clear rental debts that Aboo owed to the owner of the building where he ran a restaurant in Bin Mahmoud.
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Wonderful... it would be really good to know exactly he got into a situation where he owed so much money.
I am sure there are others who could easily slide into this situation and need access to information etc to be able to look after themselves or be able to access professionals who could advise.....
In the UK we have Citizens Advice Bureau...sounds like we could do with one here...
prevention is better than cure...
morning and keep your fingers crossed for a great news ;-D
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Yes, speed ji!!! wher are those pics you were clicking allover Patatas??.. post them na??
KSA - get the authenticity from indian embassy stamped and signed LOL
where are the pictures?!
lol...
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"One man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter" - George Galloway.
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Now now dont start feeling me alright, cos then I would want to do the same...LOL!!! And well...we surely are going to catch up later...lets leave the other guys and gals to a later alright...lets sort out US first...LOL!!!
God bless you all guys :)
And please give Darude his 1 dirham back :P
:D
how's your day Greeker?:)
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"APPEARANCE IS REALITY FOR ME and FAKERY TO YOU!" ;)
of course, i feel you've got a kind heart over there.
we're going to catch up later, aren't we guys & gals?
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You really surprised me .. i was not expecting you since you mentioned you were very busy and bla bla bla ;-)
but i was really great pleasure meeting you man...
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If you notice, all the ladies are giving you confirmations about me being a nice guy...and well about authenticity well girl, dont worry, in this one shot at life that I have and you have, we can find out about how true things are and if Water is really Water that you are holding right...we have a lot of time dont WE...? LOL!!!
I came in a bit late and stayed late too. Dont worry, we will all catch up together one of these days. I missed you too.
you too greeker?... i missed you too yesterday?....argggggg...
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Good initiative guys, i was there and i was glad i was there. Great initiative.
another confirmation from Formatted Soul.
-->to be considered! :)))))
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hmmm authentic? hahaha authenticity of being a good guy! (it was a joke, nothing serious)
Btw, are you the same guy as ksa? (Ksarat-->ksa) *confused*
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I would like to confirm your statement about ksarat..lol
Tnx for the warning/infos Owen, i'll be bit cautious from him next time, lol!
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Owen...hey girl, dont you think you should be on myside...just in case you like your life as a thought...what do you think, I'm sure KE wouldnt stop me from killing you!!!Dont you think girl...:P
Apple...hmmm...now whats authentic got to do with me...and what did ya mean by that its too big a word for me, I am not that fluent in English so you have to explain to me about KSA and Authenticity...I'm waiting girl...
Lol! yea he (Ksarat) seems a good guy? not sure how authentic, though. j/k
:)))))))))
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apple.. *dangs my head*.. sowee about that.. now you've met ksa.. im warning you, don't get near him next time.. he bites.. :D
oh you know a lot speed, nothing to hide from you good fella.. *winks back at you*
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If you want Hang there, pls dont do it infront of me, I cant see such a lovely pair of eyes and a good smile go down the lane of DEATH, do it somewhere, or even better just shoot yourself once in for all, dont hang there and expect us not to pull you down more so you can pass out quicker...LOL!!!
You should have PM me at least, so i can hang there for awhile and have some patatas with you:)))
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WTF are you doing...are you complimenting me or what...cant seem to understand...believe me you shall pay for your sins towards me Paaji...LOL!!!
And well yes, after seeing such a HOT Apple anyone would have gone and asked hold it who are you!!!
Its indeed a great thing, just QR.100 is just a small amount for many of us, but this collective effort will definitely help this man and his family as it will be approx. 128,000/- Indian rupees..its not a small sum for a person who was hardly saving anything here.
Without you and Qatari is would have not been possible..Thank you Paaji.
now i know this secret only ;-)
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apple, if we had stayed for just a minute or so... we would have catch you up.. :)
but after finishing the chips and corn dog, several txt messages where already clogging my mobile asking "where are you" from the Filipino Group..
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you in the middle and asked you simple question "Are you from Ql" .. 'Oh what's your Ql ID' and then God knows ;-D
But he is a Gem guy for us (guys) ladies i don't know he is Gem or Hot ... LOL paaji
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Now thats good...and thanks to Azzy we were able to MEET APPLE!!! Next time need to see whether you are as sweet as an apple or not...LOL! :)))
Well next time all you need to do is just ask for names isnt that quite simple girl...dont you think, its rather better than to come and go without anyone noticing you, anyone knowing you and you not making any friends alright...and you know me now, Darude, Speed so dont be bothered next time...(next time bring a cute friend of yours alright, not AZZI):P
When I reach there I was a bit shy, I looked around and trying to find familiar face but to no avail:((
I sat for awhile and did my purpose of coming...
then I told the guy inside, am leaving. Good enough, I got a call when am about to drive off and saw you guys coming. But if not for azzy, I won't recognize anyone of you and probably will just leave without any words.
I am pleased to meet you all:)))
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Darude, yaaar you are killing my poora reputation idhar...thoda tho space dho naa darling mujhe...saala tum hamesha bach jaatey ho, bcos of your damn presence and QLSG...kameena saala...meri waat lagatey ho...LOL!
Speed...well all for you my friend, always there for you my bro...
think am wearing black suit ;-) now you don't think of other things ... lol
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Yes am as happy as you people are ...
If you remember my 1st thread which i posted on Friday :http://www.qatarliving.com/node/146167
Same evening looking at the response i calculated the donation would be between 7000 - 10000/-
But Alhamdulilah, we have crossed the traget :-D
I would say this is Mr. Aboo luck !
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you didnt meet mariam mar great she is same like Aisha taweela covered all the time in abaya.so BUZZ OFF :P
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Darude your 1 dirham is ready at the embassy of Timbaktu ;).
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When did you meet her and I didnt...no wonder you sent me and Khanan away to fetch Azzi...is this what it is all about paaji...?
you better give it to me before you find yourself naked in public park ;D
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say more now ;-)
PM me your email add. i have to send your receipt..
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Come to the Embassy @ 3pm today and get your 1 Dirham ;-D
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Speed thanks for passingby, nice to meet you...
LONG LIVE QATARLIVING!!!
"There's nothing we can do to change the past, if it teaches you a lesson profit from it then, forget it."
I didnt know you looked that kind in your blessing...
Now Apple, arent we glad to meet you too, especially ME...LOL! And hope you and Azzi were good to each other when you left up for "Catching up" with each other...LOL!!!
Thanks indeed for coming girl!!!
..for giving me the chance to share my blessings. Also i'm glad to meet some folks yesterday. You rock guys, wallah!
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come on speed give him back his 1 dirham.. he will not get peace of mind as long as he lives.. :D
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Darude wants his 1/2 dirham back
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i need my 1 dirham back NOOOOOOOOOOW :?
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Looks like you are enjoying all the attention required...LOL! How are you speed paaji darlin...kya haal chaal...hope you are happy we reached your target...
masha allah, Qlers can be useful.
Poverty is not for the sake of hardship. No, it is there because nothing exists but God. Poverty unlocks the door -- what a blessed key!
- Jalaluddin al-Rumi
lol speed, those exclamation points of yours (!!) makes me nervous all the time.. :D
you have always the support of our group...
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Once again Special Thanks to :
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Vegas Aboo was a character in Simpsons:)
Good Work guys! God bless!
I dream of a better tomorrow where Chickens can cross the Road without having their motives questioned - Unknown
Kudos to everyone who participated on this fund drive...
indeed a nice feeling to help..
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It is indeed a great achievement in such a short time ... without the support of Qlers it was impossible to achieve the target.
Once again Thanks to Qatari.
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Vegas, everytime i hear the name "P Aboo" reminds me of "Peek a Boo" I don't know why lol.
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You can't teach experience
Darude 5alas, take .50 dirham ya a5i. A little discount ;)
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yakhi ma tef7am englizi agoooooooooool 1 dirham mub 50dirahm
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Darude its gone now, sorry buddy, may be next time when they do a fund raiser, u will get your .50 dirhams back.
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i need my 1 dirham back or will Sue Aboo Ksa and Speed for 100 dirham :?
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Speed, Qatari, KSA and all other QLers that contributed to this cause. God Bless!
I am sorry I was unable to contribute this time!
We'll get u your 50 dirham change back ;).
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Hey there Nursie (dont I enjoy calling you this, till you whack the crap outta me...LOL!...how you doing by the way)
Alright, well rightly said so, that it is quite heart warming to see the response in the people on a single call for help, maybe thats what a Community is all about...
On the other hand, you dont trust anyone when it comes to money matters, fair enough thats your perception, but your publicity in this way about YOUR VIEW in this regards, might put off other people who look to this place and might want to help out RIGHT girl...? So thats why, I had asked you to tone it down a touch!!!
I dont trust anyone too except a very few in regards to Money, and surely I must the Ambassador that we are talking about or even P. Aboo to whom this is all going is no where in that LIST!!! Its just something that is possible to be done, a small thing, now whether it helps or not, I really dont think one should be bothered, if you are that bothered, might as well have him over a coffee and give it to him and tell him "If you spend this money unwisely I'll break your legs..."
ksarat its refreshing to see such honesty and trust in people, I personaly don't trust anyone, ambassador or no ambassador where money is concerned....
If this is your way of humour I must hint that it is not helping in bringing a smile or atleast a knee jerk reaction...so you might want to take your Brit Comedy and tone it down...a BIT!!! Nothing personal...
This money will indeed go to the person in need alright!!! No doubts!!!
From KSA to all QL and QLers...
To all those who did come and support our Call for Help, this goes out to all of you who did and who were there in our minds and who werent able to make it due to not being in the country!!!
Thanks and May God Bless you and your families with the best of fortunes, times, and happiness for the rest of your lives as you all walk your various and different paths to DESTINY!!!
Cheers, and to Speed...O well God Bless you too Paaji...now you know we all do love you eyy, especially Me and Khanan and Darude!!!LOL!
it'll be handed over to the ambassador never to be seen again!
1dirham ???
Now were the hell we find 1dirham here and wat we get for 1dirham ? Not even a Chewing gum or a Tea ....LOL
You can't teach experience
dragonfly, maybe this person can afford to give his money away!
U rock too habibti :D
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QL Rocks!!! I just realized somebody donate more then the rest. wow this person is having bigger hearts then me and maybe the rest of us.
Live, Laugh, Love and Get Laid.
he didnt give me back my change i told him take give me back my 1dirham.
Now who will pay be back my 1dirham.
Speed do a donation for me too i need that :?
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he's probably laughing all the way to the bank by now!
of you and that is not a strange thing from the generous QL members who always were the first to help the needy people.
Job well done Speed, congrats and many times to come to help while all of you would be in good health and doing fine.
God Bless ...
Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. (Gautama Buddha)
So Glad to hear that...
great Job Speed... God give you the strength to ocntinue in what ur doing.
KSA.. u get a tiny tiny teenie weenie applause.. :) j/k..
Thx for everyone who contributed
WYSIWYG
My heartfelt thanks to all who donated for Mr. Aboo....
Kudos to all who made it happen!
"Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." Barack Obama
Tht was really quick what speed did with the help of the other QL members of course... Its great tht ql is used in this manner as well and not just for entertainment etc...
Kudos to Qatari for giving us the platform and Every 1 else who chipped in to do there part!!!
Congratulations Qatari and Speed for your remarkable mission. You gave an example of marvellous work, true socialism, charity work and above all excellent Humanity.
May Allah give you reward for this and bless you.
Good Job Speed / KSA the Romeo of QL... Cheers
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''BELOW THREAD NEEDS YOUR ATTENTION PLEASE''
http://www.qatarliving.com/node/146167#comment-505112
congrats for Qatari for giving a Platform & Speed for his intiative........
thanks to all who donated genoursly and those who supported this good and humble cause morally....
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Have Courage To Live.
Anyone Can Die.
lifts your heart to see such things :)
May god bless all the Ql Superstars. Qatari and Speed, specially the both of u. If there was no Qatarliving, there wouldn't have been these days.
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you're all superstars!
Awesome!!!!!
very nice people too :)