Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Day 6: I'll Make You Famous!



Now, it's not many people that could promise such a thing as this. But, luckily for you, I'm no ordinary fundraiser! Today's donation incentive is no less than immortality. No less than fame. No less than $25.
In the words of my good buddy Bill, "He lives in fame that died in virtue's cause." (Titus Andronicus)
Wait, wait, wait! I'm not telling you to die here. Give me a sec. I'm going to re-word the bard just a bit-- "S/he lives in fame that donated in virtue's cause." (Polly, 2009).
If you donate today, I'll put your name in my dissertation. I have three pseudonyms up for grabs, and I could do reams of acknowledgments.
While the more cynical of you out there ask, "I thought she said 'famous?'" I'll have you know that several people will be forced to read this--my mother, my committee, Gabel, whoever proofs it. What's more, you'll be on the internet, waiting to be accessed by some other poor schlub who also has to do research.
It could be your name, the name of a pet, the name of someone you love who has breast cancer. Think of the possibilities!

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