Today's been a little rough and I just need a shoulder to cry on. I lost a good job a year ago last September. Was able to find something after a long search but it paid considerably less and we were just barely making bills. Only way we were making it was skipping something one month, paying it the next, etc. I've been out of work again since the end of February. Was ineligible for unemployment so have really been struggling on just my husband's wages. Three months behind on the mortgage but trying to work with them but it seems to be a slow process to get anything done.

DH has been having some medical issues, a marble size cyst in the arch of his foot, which has been giving him some pretty good pain the last few days. Two weeks ago he started noticing a tingling and numbness in his hands and the lower part of his body. He has insurance but its been nothing but headaches and hasn't paid for anything in the 18 months he's had it. They keep saying everything is pre-existing. Well, that period is suppose to be up in May but he couldn't handle it any longer. I told him to go to the doctor. His health is more important.

Well we've had three doctor appts this week. Today he had to go see a neurologist. Has an appt for foot doctor on Tuesday to check out the cyst on his foot. Wednesday he has to have an MRI and then the neurologist on Thursday. This is gonna cost a fortune and I have no clue how we're going to do it.

I'm going thru all my Precious Moments collection, the only thing of value I have, to sell. Would like to have a yard sale but live in the sticks and don't know if we'd even get anyone to stop her.

I just keep telling me God will see us thru and continue praying. Just having a hard time to see the light at the end of the tunnel right now. Doesn't help when DH gets upset talking about finances and I have no friends close to talk to. Thank goodness for this forum.

Thank you for letting me vent.... It means ALOT.

Debbie in Missouri

My prayers are with you. Hope things look better soon.

:hugz: Hoping things start looking up for you! :hugz:

I hope things will turn around for you soon. :hugz:

Awww...I'm so sorry, Debbie! You're sure having a time of it! I hope that your Dh's medical results are not serious and it's something easy to fix. And I hope you find a great job that you like, very, very soon!! Good luck selling your P.M. collection...have you tried craigslist?

Sending up prayers!! And sending you big hugs!! :hugz:

I hate to think of anyone struggling in this type of situation. Hoping things look up for both of you real soon

I am going to tell you something that my DMother always says to me. Sometime it makes me feel better, sometimes not. LOL. "This too shall pass." Every time I am in a rough spot, that is what she tells me. And it's true. Sometimes the passing takes longer than other times, but she also says that what we go through makes us stronger. (((HUGS))) Hope things get better for you REAL soon!

I'm so sorry everything seems to be coming down on y'all all at once. As far as the medical bills for your DH, you're right, his health is the most important thing. You'll pay everyone when you can. Concentrate on getting him healthy again and paying what you need to survive right now. Lots of hugs :hugz: going out to you. Let us know what happens.

--Michelle

You really are in the valley now. If any consolation, it's when I am in the valleys that I look to the mountains for inspiration. But the journey through the valley won't last forever. Keep looking up, keep praying. I'm so sorry that it all seems to be dumping on you right now. Stay strong.

sending good thoughts to the both of you

You sound so down right now. I wish I had some great advice for you. All I wanted to say is that my family had a frightening year of uncertainty....very serious medical issues, that lead to months of no income. It really set us back financially, but the Lord saw us through it. Don't give up hope...keep looking for that light at the end of the tunnel....and hold on to each other.

If it would help you, you might want to check out the thread "What has been your all time financial low?" (It's on the 3rd page of "Financial Hardship"...started by Daisygirl). I'm amazed at the dire circumstances many people on this board have experienced. The running theme throughout the thread was a message of HOPE. It WILL get better. Keep checking in, I'm sure other FV members will offer ideas that might help you in a more tangible way. I'm praying for you. :hug2:

praying for you and sending good thoughts your way hang in there it will get better

Hope the support of the Village helps give you strength. Wishing you and your family my best. :hug2:

(((((HUGS)))))

Hope things start looking up soon.

Hope things get better for ya'll.

(((((((((BIG HUG))))))))))
You'll get thru this, and don't be afraid to draw support from your family and friends. Take care and thinking of you!!

I too hope things start to get better for you.

My heart goes out to you and I'm hugging you tight.
I'm praying for you and dh. I know it's hard but
don't give up and don't stop praying.
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
I hope this all turns around very soon.
:hugz:

I'm sorry things have been so rough for you :( I hope they turn around quickly. :hugz:

I'm sorry you and your husband are going through such rough times. I wish I knew what to say to help.

BTW, have you considered selling your Precious Moments collection on Ebay? That way it would have exposure to a lot of people, and might sell for more.

Keep praying and dig deep into the promises of God. He will always be with us thru the good and the bad. That is what keeps me going when everything looks bleak.

Thank you all for the hugs and kind words. I really appreciate them. I just got off the phone with the unemployment office and they told me that they have received the 4th quarter wages, etc. and I'm still not eligible. :dis:

Got another call from the mortgage company wanting to collect. Had to explain to them our whole situation again for the 3rd time this month. We have sent in an application a month ago for help/assistance. Then last week filled out another over the phone for assistance thru another department. Being told it could still be 45 days before we hear anything from them!

I need to sit down and work on our budget again and see what we can cut back on. I know I can do without alot more but DH would throw a fit. Meals are so hard cause he thinks he has to have meat, meat, meat!!! Where is a good place to go for information on cutting back, etc????

I'm trying to some sewing to sell at the local farmer's market for a little extra. I love making baby stuff. Luckily I had all the material I needed to get my display going. Didn't expect to sell much last week but was surprised as many commented on how nice my display was and what good work I did. (Figured it would be advertisement for me). I actually sold a bib and burp cloth. Helped buy gas for the week.

Thank you all for listening to me babble.

:grouphug2
Debbie in Missouri

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Sorry to hear about your unemployment benefits. Hang in there.:bighug:

--Michelle

God Bless you both. Get well soon to your DH.

Praying for you that things will turn around real soon.