Posted on 03/25/2002 5:33:46 AM PST by fivecatsandadog
Pity for the people who donated and probably couldn't afford to. The RIGHT thing to do is REFUND the donations. I notice no where is that mentioned as even under consideration. I hate this case.
To each his own, Hildy, but I think it should read "shame on them" (the van Dams). No matter how hard you try to defend them, their lifestyle deserves condemnation and questioning their use of anything connected to this tragedy seems fair game.
I believe it was confirmed by Nordstrom that BVD and friends were recently on a little shopping spree. Apparently Brenda was enjoying trying on some very $$$ clothes.
I think their every move should be regarded with a skeptic's eye. Their track record speaks for itself.
I wonder how you will defend their book deal, which I'm sure is being worked out as we speak. I guess they will be happy to get the trial over with so they can scoop up some more profit.
You are entitled to think that the critics are cruel. I, however, have observed too much to believe that they are the typical grieving family and their lives seem to be moving along quite well. The van Dams and money are likely a formula for something very selfish.
IMO the Laura Recovery Center should get every penny of the donations that were not spent on flyers, etc. They came to the rescue of Danielle and did a fine job. What would be gained by setting up a new organization? The Van Dams are not considering this move to help abducted children, since that need is already being met through the Laura Recovery Center. I suspect that the reason they want to do this is so that they can pay themselves a salary as the administrators of the foundation. They smell a potential windfall of a great deal more than $20k.
I remember reading that Douglas Pierce said that the LRC people didn't suspect Brenda, but did supsect Damon. Not those exact words, but to that effect. Could be why the VDs only want to give the least possible to LRC? Does anyone else remember Pierce saying that?
Ahh, more stories buried here. Sometimes when we bury a good article amongst others, it doesn't get pulled so quickly by those who disagree with the article's viewpoint. Doesn't always work, but sometimes it does.
Sara Muller Fraunces to lead new marketing effort
As part of the effort to more effectively position San Diego State for success, Sara Muller Fraunces has joined University Advancement as Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications.
Fraunces will be in charge of the team that conducts media relations, publishes SDSU Magazine, Weekly and SDSU Insider, and performs a variety of other duties related to University marketing and communications. Her primary focus, however, will be on strategic planning, community relations and crisis management.
"We're delighted to have Sara's expertise now within the University," said Vice President for Advancement Theresa Mendoza. "She brings a new perspective to our effort to herald the strengths of SDSU and the contributions our faculty, students and alumni make to the region and beyond."
Fraunces comes to SDSU from a long tenure at San Diego's largest and best-known public relations agency, Stoorza, Ziegaus & Metzger, Inc. where she was senior vice president.
A recipient of numerous industry awards. active in community organizations, serving on several boards of directors and running marathons for charity.
Fraunces and the entire Marketing and Communications team is housed on the fourth floor of Centennial Hall.
So....where did the VD's meet Ms. Fraunces? Could she be a Dad's regular?
If any of you are tired of being ''pinged'' to the vd threads, let me know..
Sometimes when we bury a good article amongst others, it doesn't get pulled so quickly by those who disagree with the article's viewpoint.
Registered--there is a difference between censorship and following JimR's posting guidelines. Sometimes, peoples words/posts (NOT ARTICLES) just bite them back in the butt if you know what I mean. LOL
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