GET LADYZEP TO THE CONCERT – GOAL R15 000
This is what I wrote a few months ago on the Pearl Jam Fan website:
“So last year was by far the worst year of my life (sparing you the epic story due to depressing details), I realized I had nothing to look forward to (I was suicidal and very ready to end my life), so I made something happen that could get me up in the morning! I right then and there went online to plan the only thing that I refuse to die without having done! Booked the ticket on the spot, because I had just received money for something, so I had a bit of funds and thought seriously what am I waiting for? If not now then when right? Argentina seems like the best place to get lost for 10 days and jam out to the best band ever!
It is going to be worth every single penny I have spent on it. EEEEEEEEEKKKK CAN”T WAIT!”
Watching Pearl Jam was on my bucket list from the age of 15. The music got me through very difficult times and an incredibly tough childhood. I have, like many other people, had some big disappointments and sadness in my life. Knowing I had booked this trip had given me the motivation to get up in the morning. I smiled every single day for 3 months and nothing could get me down.
So ready and excited, with all my gear, I landed in Buenos Aires, on my own. I spent every penny I had to go to this concert for the sole purpose of seeing my favourite Jam. To save a bit of meaning for my life and get some enjoyment in between the major depression and sadness.
A storm hit the venue on the 2nd night of the festival, flooding the grounds and causing a fire on one of the stages. The final day of the festival was officially cancelled so Pearl Jam could not play. I could not believe it. I cried my eyes out for a few days and felt like this expensive once in a lifetime trip was completely wasted. I tried to enjoy the rest, but I was so bummed. I still am sad and can’t listen to my favourite music, because of the connection to this sad unfortunate situation. I am glad everyone is safe and it was likely the best decision to cancel, but my dreams and hopes were shattered and my No.1 bucket list forever ruined.
I truly believe we make our own happiness and I do not want to give up hope. I don’t want to end up in that dark place again. Many friends had followed the story and have offered to chip in and help fund a trip to see them play. This is the attempt to get that right and save the day.
The funding account is only for the flights to London and a ticket to the concert on the 19th June. These are cheap flights, I can get 25% off, and I have emirates miles from work trips. I have friends in London, so accommodation is sorted and I will have people to go with. We may even be able to get a free ticket.
Holding thumbs, fingers and toes. Thank you to everyone that contributes, wherever in the world you are!
JANIS
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