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BajaCactus
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ITZEL'S HEART OPERATION... WE DID IT... SUCCESS!!! *** UPDATE & PHOTO ***
*** UPDATE ***...November 5th, 2010... Commitment has made arrangements to have Itzel's Heart operation in Las Vegas on November
16th, 2010... she needs our help!!!... Please see A-Commit's post on page 2.
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Hello my friends,
I apologize for approaching all of you with this situation, but I believe the cause is worth it...
You see, a few months ago, in one of my many trips to El Rosario, I stumble upon this very pretty 5 year old little girl, named Itzel... I noticed she
did not have the usual energy of a child her age and that sometimes she had problems breathing, so after asking her mom, a very bright, hardworking
and nice lady, I found out that she had been doing her best effort, within her possibilities, to have Itzel treated and cured, mainly through IMSS
services (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social), which is the best she can afford.
The problem was that, after 5 years of visits to the doctor, there was no change in Itzel's condition and on her last visit (July 2010), she was given
another appointment for March 2011!!.
So, I asked Itzel's mom if I could see her medical files or whatever she had... and after a few minutes of reading them, I realized there were at
least three very different diagnosis, all heart related... being the last one "reumatic fever", and for which Itzel had been taking antibiotics shots
every 21 days, for the past two years (last doctor visit she was prescribed more shots until the next appointment, on March 2011).
I am no doctor of course, but all these did not seemed right... and in good conscience, I could not just watch and do nothing about it... but this
problem was completely out of my league.
Then I remember that a very dear friend of mine, Andy Schouten, had a program in place to assist and help people in Baja, through his non-profit
foundation called Commitment, Inc... and that in the past he had helped children with heart problems... so, I called him to see if he could do
anything to help out.
After explaining the situation to him, he told me what needed to be done and within a week he arranged for a Pediatric Cardiologist to see Itzel in
Tijuana.
I then coordinated for Itzel to come to Tijuana and, after a the specialist examined her, they found the real problem... two actually, but the one
that needs to be act on immediately is a "Coartation of the aorta". Fortunately, there is a procedure that can cure that... but a very expensive one
(in Tijuana they quoted us over $18,000 Dlls).
If Itzel is not attended soon, she may not have more than 3-5 year to live.
That is where we may come in and help... I would like to request the assistance of anyone who could help us raise the funds needed to give Itzel the
opportunity of a normal life.
We could do this by donating any amount to Andy's organization... he is fully registered as a non profit organization in the States. I fully trust him
since I have personally seen him in action and I have even helped Andy in the past to deliver goods, medicine and supplies to families in the San
Quintin area.... Andy is very passionate and committed when it comes to help anyone in need.
I will ask Andy to come into this thread, so he can present to all of you what Commitment, Inc. is, and explain in more detail Itzel's condition and
what is needed to treat her, since we have been working on these for a couple of months now and we have advanced a lot since then... he is obviously
more well versed in English than me.
I know the economy is very low right now, but if we join together, I am sure we can give Itzel the gift of life...
Thanks my friends... and I hope we can make a difference for this little girl.
Antonio M.
BajaCactus
[Edited on 11-19-2010 by BajaCactus]
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woody with a view
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after all the good Nomad's did for the family of our dear friend Elsa (La Mijita) you can count on support from us, Antonio.
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gracias amigo for sharing your concern for this little angel. I have said it before here...with the thousands of members....if even half of us gave
$10-$20....that would go a long way...waiting for the paypal link.
good luck Antonio & Andy and of course little Itzel...who deserves this chance.
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DENNIS
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How about the Shriners organization that Skeet is always referring to? Are they available?
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
How about the Shriners organization that Skeet is always referring to? Are they available? |
Good thought, Dennis. When we were living in Guatemala we worked with a woman who was successful in sending some children with birth defects and or
bad burns to the Shriners in Los Angeles and Texas. Don't know what was required, but maybe Skeet does.
Meantime, we will be watching for the paypal.
Diana
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
How about the Shriners organization that Skeet is always referring to? Are they available? |
Can she get
papers to go to US? I understand that the Special Cases desk in the ICE office at San Ysidro issues temporary permits for Mexican citizens to go into
the US for certain emergencies. I will donate to this cause via PayPal once account is set up.
[Edited on 11-1-2010 by durrelllrobert]
Bob Durrell
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TERRIFIC Organization!
Andy Schouten's organization is terrific and has medically helped hundreds of people in Baja. Andy has held on to a fulltime job AND at the same time
spends the rest of his daily hours doing stuff for the people of Baja---there are many organizations out there who raise funds for these types of
things but with Andy-you know that every single penny (or peso!) is going to where you want it-getting medical care for someone who really needs it
in Baja.
He recently made it possible for a certain little guy w cerebral palsey from Vizcaino to be seen at Shriners in Los Angeles and that took over 6
months to happen!!! (By the way Shriner's told us that they do burns and orthopedics-not CP etc but they at least examined the boy and we got a
diagnosis!). Talk to anybody in the San Franciscos and you will find so many families there that have been touched by Andy's efforts. Believe me when
I say lives have been saved---that is no joke!!!!
So yes, there are many groups to support in helping those in Baja with medical needs but by donating to Committment.org-Andy's organization you will
know that you are really helping in getting these folks medical care.
Also with the many people living with diabetes down there it is a problem for most to obtain those pesky test strips. Andy can use money AND if
anyone wants to donate a few boxes of diabetic test strips he needs the Reli-On brand from Walmart.
I will be seeing Andy next week on my way to another muletrip and I hope he tells me that "hay-I've gotten more help the past week!!!".
Thanks to Antonio for mentioning this little girl!!! I'll be staying at Baja Cactus on the 11th.....
My other 4WD is a Baja Mule!
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Baja Bucko
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Committment.Inc
OOOPs-make sure you are donating to Commitment.Inc....not what I wrote!!!
Regarding the paperwork just to get the people across the border---Andy has so many of these hours and dollars for just this-what a hassle!!! The
paperwork for a certain little boy and his Dad took over 6 months!!!! BUT Andy did it!!!!
My other 4WD is a Baja Mule!
La Mula Mil Survivor 2013-2014!
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I am waiting!
Where's that's PayPal account? 
Dr. Abasolo of San Felipe for 20 years. He was formally the Chief of Staff at the St. James Infirmary...has handled stuff from broken legs to major
heart issues with the help of his connections in Mexicali ....this guy really get miracles done. FYI.
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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Baja Bucko
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I'm bumping this up because this is REALLY IMPORTANT!!!!
My other 4WD is a Baja Mule!
La Mula Mil Survivor 2013-2014!
1000 miles by mule from the tip to Tecate!
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woody with a view
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with a name like Itzel, who can refuse such a sweet thing????
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Baja Bucko
I'm bumping this up because this is REALLY IMPORTANT!!!! |
Likewise.
btw... I've met Andy Schouten, and am confident of the people behind this effort to help Itzel.
Regards,
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have you tried the Sams?
we shuttle sick kids out of baja to the Shriners hospital in Salt Lake all the time, i have done it from Ciudad Constitucion taking 1st leg to phx for
a girl they fixed with Blount's disease. took about 6 trips/operations over 2-3 years, she is cured i think. her name was Rena Valenzuala i think.
you have a regular sams group there - talk with them.
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| Quote: | Originally posted by woody with a view
with a name like Itzel, who can refuse such a sweet thing???? |
Name: Itzel
Gender: Girl
Origin:
Native American
Meaning:
Rainbow lady
Pronunciation:
(ee TSEL)
Form of:
Ixchel
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Itzel ------- A common female name in Mesoamerica of indigenous origin. Itzel is derived from Ix Chel, an important moon goddess. As such, “Moon
Goddess” and “She of the Rainbow” appear to be the most frequent translations in common literature. This is, however, inaccurate. Upon closer
inspection, it becomes apparent that “Star”, or “Estrella” en Español, is much more accurate of an translation.
Itzel is borrowed from Nahualá K'iche', an independent dialect of the Quiché Maya language spoken in Northern Guatemala. Nomenclatural variants of
Itzel, such as Itzehl (Huastecan, Poqom) and Itsehl (Yucatecan, Quichean) appear in Southern Mexico. They differ in meaning. Itzehl translates to
“Moon Goddess”. Itsehl translates to “She of the Rainbow”. However, Itzel, which translates to “Star”, is used without discretion as an
interchangeable synonym with it’s aforementioned variants, thus obscuring Itzel’s true meaning.
Itzel is an example of positive cultural regression. Amongst populations with direct ancestral relation to Mayan Culture, Itzel is rare. However,
amongst the majority Ethnic Mestizo population, sentimental attachment to indigenous culture is at present acceptable, where in past generations it
was not. This has skyrocketed the popularity of names such as Itzel. This trend is predicted to continue.
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[Edited on 11-2-2010 by DENNIS]
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LETS GET THIS PAY PAL ACCONT GOING...My mother in law has IMSS (INSTITUTO MEXICANO DEL SEGURO SOCIAL). she had a bad tooth, she went in and they gave
her a appointment to get it check, it was going to be untill January 2011,, it's rediculious,,she was told to wait or go to a privated doctor....
BAJA IS WHAT YOU WANTED TO BE, FUN,DANGEROUS,INCREDIBLE, REMOTE, EXOTIC..JUST GO AND HAVE FUN.....
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Baja Bucko
I'm bumping this up because this is REALLY IMPORTANT!!!! |
I've met Andy and know of his good work but don't know how to get money to him. How about a link to his site for donations or a dedicated PayPal
account for this little girl.
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Hello everyone,
You can find Commitment, Inc. on the web at: www.makeacommitment.org (Best if you use Google and key in Commitment, Inc.)... here is the hyperlink for you: Commitment, Inc
Commitment started in 2005 and is a 501(C) 3 Non-Profit Organization recognized by the IRS. A letter from the IRS is on the site. We can provide tax
deductible receipts.
The site shows a picture of Itzel and describes her condition. She is 5 years old and was badly misdiagnosed, given little medication, treatment or
hope. In a word, malpractice.
Commitment has worked with Hospital Del Prado in Tijuana on 4 successful heart operations already. We are negotiating with them as well as a U.S.
hospital to the get the best possible combination of treatment and price for Itzel.
The website also mentions a heart operation done recently for a guide from the Sierra de San Francisco named Santos. We are still doing follow up work
with him and he will likely need to come back to Tijuana early next year for another checkup. The “Completed Projects” shows the 15 surgeries that
Commitment has played a major part in.
Some individuals have asked about the Shriners Hospital in Los Angeles. The Shriners only do orthopedic work, which Itzel does not need. Commitment
has done some projects with the Shriners already.
Commitment is hoping that you will want to help Itzel with her operation. You can remit funds via paypal or by check:
If by Paypal you may use this link: Commitment at PayPal, or you can also use our PayPal e-mail address: commitment@nethere.com
By Check, made payable and sent to:
Commitment, Inc.
PO Box 178309
San Diego, CA 92177
We thank you for your consideration. Together we can make a difference!!!
Andy Schouten
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We shall be donating - wonderful cause !! The world of Baja is lucky that Andy was put on Earth !! Suerte Itzel ....
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| Quote: | Originally posted by a-commit
You can find Commitment, Inc. on the web at: www.makeacommitment.org (Best if you use Google and key in Commitment, Inc.)... here is the hyperlink for you: Commitment, Inc
Commitment started in 2005 and is a 501(C) 3 Non-Profit Organization recognized by the IRS. A letter from the IRS is on the site. We can provide tax
deductible receipts.
The site shows a picture of Itzel and describes her condition. She is 5 years old and was badly misdiagnosed, given little medication, treatment or
hope. In a word, malpractice.
Commitment has worked with Hospital Del Prado in Tijuana on 4 successful heart operations already. We are negotiating with them as well as a U.S.
hospital to the get the best possible combination of treatment and price for Itzel.
The website also mentions a heart operation done recently for a guide from the Sierra de San Francisco named Santos. We are still doing follow up work
with him and he will likely need to come back to Tijuana early next year for another checkup. The “Completed Projects” shows the 15 surgeries that
Commitment has played a major part in.
Some individuals have asked about the Shriners Hospital in Los Angeles. The Shriners only do orthopedic work, which Itzel does not need. Commitment
has done some projects with the Shriners already.
Commitment is hoping that you will want to help Itzel with her operation. You can remit funds via paypal or by check:
If by Paypal you may use this link: Commitment at PayPal, or you can also use our PayPal e-mail address: commitment@nethere.com
By Check, made payable and sent to:
Commitment, Inc.
PO Box 178309
San Diego, CA 92177
We thank you for your consideration. Together we can make a difference!!!
Andy Schouten |
Anyone.....(sorry for the doubt)...is this the real McCoy to donate at?
Old people are like the old cars, made of some tough stuff. May show a little rust, but good as gold on the inside.
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BajaCactus
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a-commit = Commitment, Inc
mcfez... a-commit is the username for Commitment, Inc at the BajaNomad board... I can verify that the links and
addresses posted above by a-commit are the correct ones... and you are right, better to make sure everything is in order.
Thank you for your interest.
Antonio M.
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