Nanci, Good to see you on the FML!!!! That out of the way - I believe that the ferret community did the best thing it could. Those who donated and those who told others - you know what, we might get bit in the ass later, but the ferrets need our help now, so just donate. Yes, that sounded bad. Still does to me. But people did donate. And I bet some of them weren't sure if it was the greatest idea but they did....and then waited patiently for answers. Ibelieve that the ferret community has a great deal of common sense and rationality when it comes to these things - but that when push comes to shove, they will make sure things are taken care of. Now that the bulk of the rescue is out of the way (except for the 65 now).... people can take a minute and ask the questions they were wondering all along.... As for it ruining future efforts in fundraising - I believe that again, when it comes down to it, people will donate if they can if ferrets are in trouble. However, I also believe that anyone who actually gives documentation is going to get a lot farther in the game - and from what I have seen, most people give more than enough proof and documentation to satisfy anyone. Laryssa [Posted in FML 5811]