Getting Back on Your Feet

February 1st, 2010

A friend of mine was having a lot trouble keeping on her feet after a divorce. She fought to keep her house during the divorce, but she had to let the house go because she could not afford to take care of the house and her son. She lost her job and it took her over 6 months to find a job. Meanwhile, she put in over 50 applications for a job. During the time she lived off her credit cards and living with a friend. She had to turn off her water and electricity because of not having enough money to pay the bills. She lived on her friend’s sofa bed while her son stayed with a family member. It was a rough time in her life. She had to use her credit card to pay her car payment which has caused her to be in debt. I have talked to her about calling a debt consolidation firm, but her pride just will not let her. I have tried telling her it is not the same as filing bankruptcy. I told her at least give them a call and she might be surprised how helpful the company will be for her. I have had to deal with a debt consolation company to get me out of debt. I was pleased with the help.


2 Responses to “Getting Back on Your Feet”

  1. Shauna on February 16, 2010 3:31 am

    Hello my dear fellow pain sufferer! <3

    Your post basically described what my best friend went through also. OMG the poor thing, the amount of resumes and applications–she didn't even know who was who if any of them called. It was complete madness. And the amount of rejection she endured almost killed her. Literally. Even though I am disabled, I helped her as much as I could, and ended up carrying her (financially), and my adult niece for months until that one call finally came for a job. I am the type that will help anyone in need. (Perfect Nurse personality eh?) hehe

    I was simply amazed at how HARD it was for an entry-level worker with some retail and baking experience to find a job. ANY job. Oh, we are here in Southern California. And it is really BAD, economy-wise. She is now working hard and sad to see the taxes eating up the check….but that is her only, and very legitimate complaint!! She knows how blessed she is to just have gotten a job!

    Anywhooooo….love your site and plan on visiting again and often!!

    Gentle Hugs… <3 (The only kind I can give and receive!!!) And I LOVEEEEEEEE HUGS!! ;-P They ALWAYS help my pain, if even for a moment…..

  2. Chronic Chick on February 16, 2010 3:58 am

    Shauna,
    I hear you about the pain. It plain old sucks.

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