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State: Washington DC
Country: US
Signup Date: 3/2/2006
Friday, August 08, 2008 
Hi. This is Ben from the very much still alive rock band You, Me, and Everyone We Know. Yesterday around 2 pm, we were driving along Southbound Route 85 in South Carolina when we blew a tire . We pulled over calmly and shut off the van to assess our flat tire situation. Some of the grass caught fire next to said tire so I got to stomping that out, upon which I noticed the entire undercarriage of the van was aflame. We hurried out of the van, quickly got to a safe distance, and 30 seconds later...



The police and firemen quickly arrived and put out the fire. Thanks to Cherokee County Firefighters and SC State Troopers for helping us out. This is what the van looked like afterwards…







This is a list of the stuff we lost

1 Van
PLUS
All of our bookbags and sidebags containing:
2 video cameras, 2 digital cameras, GPS, 3 Nintendo Ds's plus games, 6 Ipods, 2 Laptops, M-Box, External Harddrive full of our recordings, $500 in cash and a full tank of gas, 100 cds and dvds, PSP plus games, 2 sidekicks, 1 Cell Phone, Two Drivers Licenses, All of our shoes, XM Radio, All of our toiletries, Most of Ryan, Ben, and Rico's Clothing, All of our pillows, blankets, and other items relative to sleep.

Basically, it was as if our house burned down but fortunately our equipment was saved due to the quick arrival of the firefighters. In the end, all of this is just stuff and we're stoked to be alive. Thankfully, with the help of Dear Hunter, Lydia, and Eye Alaska, along with the support of our friends and family we are happy to have worked out a way to continue on the rest of the this tour. This train don't stop come hell or high water.

In leu of being out a van and the major majority of all of our personal belongings, we're going to look into setting up some kind of donation account where you might help us literally get shoes back on our feet if you can find it in your hearts to do so. Otherwise, just do us a favor and come see us at some point during the rest of this tour. It would mean the world to us.

Thank you for all of your continued support. We'll be all over Florida this weekend, so come check out on the rest of this tour. Have a great day.

-You, Me, and Everyone We Know

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Anthony
Anthony Cabrera

 
holy shit, that had to suuuuuuuuuuuck...at least you guys are ok. i'll donate to the fund when you guys go to the school of rock. glad to hear you guys are ok, as well as your gear.
 
Posted by Anthony on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:24 PM
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stacey

 
aww! i hope everything works out for you guys.. i saw you at bamboozle (im from toronto) and you guys played really well. i'd come to see you but i live in canada. stay saafe
 
Posted by stacey on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:25 PM
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mel.

 
that really sucks!
respect for continuing =]
let us know how we can help out.
x
 
Posted by mel. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:29 PM
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mee$h [FILA] ATL FOR THE WEEK!!!

 
that is crazy. glad all of you guys are alright. good luck with the rest of the tour. ATL won't hate you. promise :) be safe.
 
Posted by mee$h [FILA] ATL FOR THE WEEK!!! on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:32 PM
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Becky!
Becky Curl

 
oh my god.
that's crazy.
i'm so happy you guys are okay though!
and i think the donation idea is a great one =]
 
Posted by Becky! on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:35 PM
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That sucks so bad dude. Im sorry! But we will be at Jack Rabbits tonight!!! Hope all the equipment is still top notch!!! Cant wait dude. Maybe i can help you guys out a lil. See ya LATER!!!!
 
Posted by on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:40 PM
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Ashuhhhlee : ).
Ashley hurst

 
=( Sorrrry. That realllly sucks. <3 love ya guys.
 
Posted by Ashuhhhlee : ). on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:50 PM
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Erin.

 
holy crap, that's freakin' insane! i'm so glad you guys are safe.
 
Posted by Erin. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:51 PM
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just jill.
jill quinn

 
awh boys I'm sorry, I'm really glad you're all okay though!
I'm coming out to see you in Allston sooon
It's amazing that you guys are still carrying out the tour. (:
Not only are you an incredible band, but devoted musicians
 
Posted by just jill. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:56 PM
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Good Ol' Kels-Kels

 
HOLY FUCK!
 
Posted by Good Ol' Kels-Kels on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 1:59 PM
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gnat [young and insane]

 
oh my gosh, im so happy you guys are alive and well. Thats all that really matters. Ill totally help donate something at the show. You guys are amazing. Hope the rest of the tour goes off with out a hitch :)
 
Posted by gnat [young and insane] on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:00 PM
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holly

 
holy shit!
I read the comments on the picture and I thought I was crazy cause no one has said anything about the van looking like it totally had been on fire.

I was right!
 
Posted by holly on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:01 PM
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☆ M☮LLY.

 
holy shiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiittttt.
wow.
that totally sucksss about all of your shit.
but at least you guys out in time.
im glad.
that must've been scary though.
 
Posted by ☆ M☮LLY. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:17 PM
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Starling

 
oh my god you guys. i'm glad everyone is ok. wow. I'm so sorry :(
 
Posted by Starling on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:19 PM
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ebony-joy

 
omg you guys! that's fucking crazy. i'm just glad you guys are okay!!
 
Posted by ebony-joy on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:20 PM
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ryan 
Ryan Purdy

 
wow thats crazy...
im just glad to see you guys all got out in one piece..
dont forget the rules of hitchhiking, set down from Jay and Silent bob..

dxD
 
Posted by ryan  on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:22 PM
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puffy popinjay:)
nina Yo

 
oh.
wow that does suck!
 
Posted by puffy popinjay:) on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:24 PM
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Jan
Jan Pilcher

 
well all you need to have a good life is music. and thats why your trailer didnt burn down...haha

im glad you guys are ok.
 
Posted by Jan on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:31 PM
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Kanieshasaurus Rex
Kaniesha Arthur

 
omg that's so crazy!
im glad you guys are alright
(:
 
Posted by Kanieshasaurus Rex on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:47 PM
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sarah
Sarah Rogers

 
oh my gosh! that is so terrible.
i'm so sorry you guys. i wish the best for you.
i hope you get everything back!
i'm just glad you all are okay.
stay strong and keep going, i'm sure everything will turn out for the best.
 
Posted by sarah on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:50 PM
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Stina Marie ™

 
dang
thats insane
its good to hear u guys are okay though
just something to be thankful to
ima try to see u guys in orlando
it all depends on if i got a ride
if not
i wish u guys luck with the rest of the tour

x0x0x
Stina
 
Posted by Stina Marie ™ on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 2:55 PM
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Melan!e-face.™

 
that's awful. well....at least you guys are okay.
 
Posted by Melan!e-face.™ on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 3:08 PM
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KILLER TOFU

 
You guys won't be in Orlando until Sunday, and unfortunately I'm not going to the show, but if you need me to get pillows/blankets/toiletries, I can see what I can do and swing by downtown and drop them off.
 
Posted by KILLER TOFU on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 3:13 PM
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Amy

 
The most important thing that's gone is that really good riddle book that you guys loved.
 
Posted by Amy on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 3:14 PM
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nikki?

 
I'M SO GLAD YOU'RE ALIVE. That is so scary. It's weird how quickly something like that can happen. If you do set up a donation thing, I'll definitely help out.
 
Posted by nikki? on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 3:41 PM
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Lisa Lotte

 
Oh my God, that's awful. I'm really sorry, but SO GLAD to hear you are all ok!

Let us know where and when and I'll be donating as much as I can. I only wish one of these dates came close so I could make you a care package!

Again, so glad to hear you're alright boys!
 
Posted by Lisa Lotte on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 3:41 PM
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Jess
Jessica Rabideau

 
ohhh wow guys
that sucksss
at least you're all safe :)
 
Posted by Jess on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:07 PM
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CECiLiA.

 
W0W. iM GLAD Y0U GUYS ARE 0K. SERi0USLY. CAN'T WAiT UNTiL Y0U C0ME T0 CHiCAG0. iLL DEF D0NATE T0 HELP Y0U GUYS GET BACK 0N Y0UR FEET.
 
Posted by CECiLiA. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:12 PM
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Danielle Rae

 
holy smokes! LITERALLY! that's so awful, but i am so proud of you guys for sticking the rest of the tour out. it's so rare to find such people with such a genuine love of music, people who truly stick it out through the 'thick and thin', and all of this has made me so grateful for everything, and especially you guys. :) best believe me, i'm going to donate my ass off. best of luck to you guys!
 
Posted by Danielle Rae on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:26 PM
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steph

 
How awful :(
You're ok though... apart from the lack of clothing. Hey, just play some shows naked to raise funds, huh? I'm sure the all the girlies wouldn't mind. Keep smiling, you guys know what its all about. I'll be at the Michigan show, maybe I'll bring you some shoes :)
 
Posted by steph on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:38 PM
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Catastrophic Sammy [Early Love out now!!]
Sammy Balleto

 
Thats intense! I'm so happy you guys are ok!!!
 
Posted by Catastrophic Sammy [Early Love out now!!] on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:44 PM
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m.

 
you guys are so amazing.
I love your optimism.

glad you guys are okay. (:
 
Posted by m. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 4:48 PM
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Nicole Danielle

 
OMG! that is ridiculously crazy!
i'm glad all you guys are alright!
you're seriously rockstars for still going on with the tour.
i wish i could see you again to help out after this, but you're too far away.
i'm glad i saw you guys in baltimore though.
when the donate account gets set up, i'm def going to help you guys out.
i hope things get better and the rest of the tour goes great!
stay safe guys.
 
Posted by Nicole Danielle on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:06 PM
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KidnapMary
Mary Crylen

 
OMG!! That's tragic!! I'm glad to hear you guys are alright! and you'll be able to continue your tour!! That is like majorly sad!! Hope everything turns out for the best!! i'll support you guys any way i can!

Lovez!!!
mary

<3
 
Posted by KidnapMary on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:22 PM
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Irene Marie
Irene Hepler

 
I can't believe that happened. Last time I was in South Carolina, our tire blew... right outside of Waltersboro.

I guess we're lucky the car didn't burn down... but we did have to drive the rest of the way to Columbia on a spare tire that couldn't handle more than 60 mph... boy did everyone on the road love us.
 
Posted by Irene Marie on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:26 PM
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e

 
Oh my god, I'm so glad you guys are alright and made it out unharmed. I'm really upset that you lost everything but at least you are safe, and it's wonderful you're still able to continue touring, that's really positive.
xoxo
 
Posted by e on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:50 PM
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bAck on TOP

 
hey guys im sorry to see this...if you all are still coming to St. Louis just let me know...that way we can try to figure out a way to collect some donations...
 
Posted by bAck on TOP on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:51 PM
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powerkatie
Katie Beamish

 
Aw, I'm so sorry guys!
That looks horrible.
MAJOR props to you all for continuing on the tour after all that.
Next time you're in Buffalo [if you were on the Houston Calls tour, I'd be seeing you TODAY! Haha] I'll definitely be there.
:)
 
Posted by powerkatie on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 5:59 PM
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london.

 
ummmm this would only happen to youu guysss.
 
Posted by london. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 6:02 PM
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Robbie the Super Dooper Dude[goes FASTER FASTER]

 
Holy freacking crap you guys. Don't die on me. I need some of you...me... and everyone we know as well in my life. thank goodness you guys are ok. Mad props for finishing the tour out.
love you guys
Robbie
 
Posted by Robbie the Super Dooper Dude[goes FASTER FASTER] on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 6:06 PM
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joey

 
man that sucks your van caught on fire, but aleast you guys made it out okay.
 
Posted by joey on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 6:59 PM
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♥ Steff ♥
stef daly

 
OMG i log on to myspace and i see the picture... it was too small to see so when i enlarge it im like HOLY SHIT BATMAN!!!!! so i freaked out and had to see what it was all about! Thank god u r all ok! when u guys come to chicago just find me in the crowd and if u need ANYTHING let me know and ill do my best to get it for u!!! Angels are watching out for u! be safe on your travles : ) and get ot chicago alive PLEASE!!!

with very much love ♥ $teffi
 
Posted by ♥ Steff ♥ on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 7:19 PM
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maddy 182

 
wow guys, thank god you made it out okay. as for losing pretty much all of your personal belongings necessary for tour, that totally sucks. sadly, the tour already passed through philly but when you put up a donation thing i'll make sure to hit it up
 
Posted by maddy 182 on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 7:36 PM
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The Amazing Garret!
Garret Ridener

 
:O Thats a lot of stuff that you guys lost. Well, at least no one got hurt. :)
 
Posted by The Amazing Garret! on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 7:54 PM
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Winter Snow

 
noooo Nintendo DS ! You are even more cool for having 3 Nintendo DS. Well you don't anymore; that and the rest sucks a lot. You have all my good thoughts (they are completely awesome). keep on being amazing just to continue your trip and come to france, because you have fans here ;) I love the band, and hope your stuff in the van and the van itself will all rest in peace.
 
Posted by Winter Snow on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 8:12 PM
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Angela [trs!]
Angela Erica

 
Hooooooly crappppp man.
Thank God you guys are okay, really.
But I'm sure you'll all look back on this and laugh, haha
But you're safe!
Thats most important.
Keep on keepin on!
Hahaha
 
Posted by Angela [trs!] on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 8:57 PM
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Alison

 
Jesus christ! i'm glad you boys are ok, stay safe and until you get that donation thing set up all i can send is my love!
 
Posted by Alison on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 9:22 PM
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heart.
Jessica Brooks

 
i live like 25 minutes away from there i would have picked you guys up!


i hope that this doesn't mean that you boys won't come back to SC because we all love you here :D!
 
Posted by heart. on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 9:27 PM
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carolyn [doesnt update this]

 
omg i feel so bad. you're such sweet guys. i'm glad you're okay.
 
Posted by carolyn [doesnt update this] on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 9:50 PM
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Lyss

 
ahh ohmygod, your poor thingssss. that's one intense,
sad effin' story! :( but hey thank jeeez-us you're all ok!

the donation idea is swell. and i'll help if possible :)

best of luck dudes!!!
 
Posted by Lyss on Friday, August 08, 2008 - 10:12 PM
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