Is this site for real or just another scam? It would be so cruel if it was just a place where people come for understanding all the while others are laughing behind their backs. However I am going out on faith in the belief it is the real deal and state my story.
I am a single parent who has always been able to support my children without any help from my ex husband. I never asked for his help because frankly I never needed it. My degree is in English and I was able to utilize it in a rewarding career. Most of my friends say I got lucky, I just think the opportunites that came my way I took complete advantage of it.
My life began its slow turn when my daughter went into the hospital for a simple gall bladder operation. The surgeon estimated she would be out of the operating room in several hours followed by a few days of post op. Imagine all our surprise when during the operation he discovered a rare but deadly form of cancer tucked beneath the gall bladder. Fortunately he was able to remove it and she is now on the way to a full recovery.
However here is where the contrasts are so glaring. I am so thrilled and grateful she is on her way to recovery I thank God everyday. But with her recovery comes all the bills. Also this is when I found out my insurance was not as good as it was supposed to be. With all the co-pays and other incidental expenses I am so far in the red I need to take the Space Shuttle to get back above ground.
With my daughter out of commission I had to cover her bills. Her car note so it would not be repoessed. She also paid for our basic necessities, electric, water, cable and telephone. In addition her car insurance absolutely had to be covered. Her job did not have any disability after care so all the expenses fell on me. All my savings are gone, so is my 401k and my tiny stock portfolio.
Her father finally stepped up but he is having huge financial difficulties himself and no one in either of our families can help. For the first time in my life I am having such a difficult time sometimes it takes my breath away. I wonder what did I do to encounter such hardship. I recently asked my pastor what is the logic in such heartache and of course the ultimate question, why me? He simply answered why not you? He explained faith is easy when times are good and we are in nirvana, but the true test of faith comes when we are in a time of crisis. He simply advised me Let Go, Let God.
I firmly believe I will come through this much stronger and wiser and things will work out for the best. Just stating my case has lifted a huge burden off my shoulders. I firmly believe it takes a village............. And if all else fails, thank you for listening and lending your ear. GOD BLESS
