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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsThanks to a Fellow DUer:
Some of you know that I had a bout with severe sciatica that left me sans income for over a month and a half. I have been careful with my budget, so I had sufficient resources to cover half of the time I was laid low, but I needed help in a big way. Friends told me to create a GoFundMe page, so I did.
So many people came through for me! I am still blown away by the generosity of so many people I've never met, as well as some of my closest friends, many of whom themselves have been suffering financially. When I had received enough donations to cover my monthly expenses, I was beyond grateful. I figured I could handle the incidentals on my own.
This, however, has proved not the case. I have been working 25 hours a week, which -- at my current rate of pay -- barely covers my monthly expenses. Consequently, I am worried that my incidentals --my doctor and my vet -- will be sending me for collections.
So, a fellow DUer (thank you so much, and you know who you are) suggested that I renew my request for help. I only need a little bit, but it's beyond my means at present. If you can help, please visit my GoFundMe page.
It's embarrassing to have to ask for help, because I know I'm not the only one struggling. Many, MANY others have much more difficult situations. Still, you've likely heard me say this before: we have to have each others' backs. I promise I will "pay it forward" when I'm back on my feet.
Erich Bloodaxe BSN
(14,733 posts)I dropped a bit in earlier today, and I would hope there are a few more folks who can spare a bit of what they might otherwise donate to either candidate to help Chervilant avoid collections, which is a nightmare I don't wish on anyone. She's already gotten most of the way to goal, just needs some more folks to finish it off.
chervilant
(8,267 posts)You are so awesome!
spanone
(135,844 posts)I appreciate the kick!
Quackers
(2,256 posts)hfojvt
(37,573 posts)for Sword of Damocles.
I know it is a pittance, but I like to encourage small givers. Unrealistic probably, but fifty of those and you are home free.
Quackers
(2,256 posts)If someone is gracious enough to give what they have, no matter the amount, to another person, well that's pretty damn awesome.
Erich Bloodaxe BSN
(14,733 posts)Went back to check in on the GoFundMe and see where it stood, and $1200 of $1200?
Anonymous donor, you rock!
chervilant
(8,267 posts)to tell you that I have NO idea who came through for me, but I greatly, greatly appreciate that person's generosity and I appreciate very much your gentle nudge to renew my request! I will now be able to pay off both of the incidental debts in full!!!
Liberal_in_LA
(44,397 posts)chervilant
(8,267 posts)An anonymous donor came through for me and I am grateful beyond words!