cant financial support as well. The fam- ily had moved back from Florida, and is in between employment positions. Jason is not expected to return to work at this time. Assistance is needed imme- diately for his day-to-day living expens- es and bills; most medical expenses will not be covered. His wife Ronda is trying to make ends meet, but medi- cal costs are severely taxing the family resources. Please consider a donation through this page https://www.gofund- me.com/jasonermirecovery or visit his page or JasonErmiRecovery@gmail. com for more information on other ways to donate. Tile industry lends support Said Tile Geek Zack Bonfilio, “My friend from the tile forums, Matthew Felton, lost both of his legs in an explosion recently. I’ve talked to him a bit and I just gotta say this guy’s spirit through this whole ordeal is truly inspiring, he’s making jokes and look- ing on the bright side constantly, and I just don’t know how he does it.” Franken Gueuze in the Tile Geeks group said, “Here is the thing, Matt has always been a happy and positive guy; now, he is even more so, which you wouldn’t have thought was pos- sible.” And Steve Sprung, of RTC Products, shared his personal experience of Matt: “Shortly after the accident, I reached out to him to ask if he wanted me to try and cultivate some local tal- ent to help finish up anything he had on the books,” Sprung said. “I would have expected him to say he would like some help to finish these jobs, or at best, projects. His words to me were he would like to find some people to help complete his ‘visions.’ That told me all I needed to know about what kind of artist he is. He doesn’t see it as a job or project, but as a piece of art he is creating for that person. I think we can all agree that anyone with that mindset loves everything about what they do.” Matt’s dream is to connect with A&D professionals anywhere in the world who want to install high-end beautiful, illuminated natural stone in their projects, crafted with Matt’s own special flair. “I’d rather earn my own money than get donations,” he said. “I’d travel anywhere.” Both men are thankful to you and the Lord for assistance. Prayers and support are greatly appreciated! The Tile Geeks Facebook group has been sending Matt messages and gifts to support and encourage him. HELPING HANDS ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 88 TileLetter | November 2017