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Yet another setback

TC40
TC40
I don't know how much more I can take. I haven't had any income sine November 13 th. I was supposed to start a job yesterday, but I was told that the start date is now the 7th. I don't know what I am going to do. I had to beg my landlord to use my security deposit for my December rent. I was going to BARELY make my rent as it was. I just don't know what I am going to do. I am terrified. The Holiday season makes it even worse. I am not in the spirit "commercially". I can't afford to do anything for anyone. All I want for Christmas is a decent job. I just don't know what to do. I am so depressed. I am really struggling emotionally. I keep thinking about the marina and the pier. It would be so easy to just say screw it and jump. I won't though. I want to, but I won't.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
I don't know if there's anything in this that may help you.. Vickey started this link and it's very good.... big hug TC... Do you have any family that could help for a short while or a church perhaps??

http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Bipolar_Disorder/advice/8224882-advice-link-free-health/page-14
JennS
JennS
Asking a church for help is a good idea. As far as Christmas, tell people what happened and wish them a merry Christmas. Most people would understand. Or you could make things for people like cookies or handmade cards. You use whatever you have around to make cards. Hugs.
BabyShelby
BabyShelby
Well ... now you have till the 7th to prepare to be the best employee your new employer has ever had!

I'm a landlord and I work with my tenants when financial issues arise. I appreciate when they notify as soon as they know there will be a problem instead of waiting till the rent is several days past due. I also appreciate when they make partial payment of the rent owed. That shows me they aren't blowing off the obligation. If your landlord was willing to apply your security deposit to December rent, you are very fortunate.
MayB
MayB
Sorry to hear TC....

I agree that you are lucky that your landlord will use a security deposit and good on you for letting them know right away...

Is there a food pantry in your area? A food bank? Many churches run them this time of year especially...

Friends? Family doesn't sound that helpful to you.... Let's put the marina on the shelf for when you feel better. Do you have any way to see a pdoc or a therapist? A Crisis line in your area? A support group?

A big hug to you((((hugs))))) may something extraordinary happen!
theatrediva
theatrediva
Yes TC reach out for help like the others said. You deserve some help thru all of this. And you want to work so I know you will go to this new job and they will see how lucky they are to have you. Hugs TC.
spacekat
spacekat
Big hugs to you, TC. My mother is also a landlord (landlady?) and works with her tenants when they are shy of money. It's so good that your landlord is willing to help. And on the 7th you'll be working again! I hope that works out well for you. Just sending you love and light!
dobiedots
dobiedots
I had to use a Food Bank for a few years. One thing...check the experiation date on the food items. Sometimes people donate food that has expired. Shame on them.
Also, see if Salvation Army can help you. The helped me a lot over the years.
TC40
TC40
Thank you!!
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