Anyone watch Finding Nemo???......more

[Martha]

I feel like one of the main characters, Dori.........
"Just keep swimming, just keep swimming, swimming, swimming, swimming"
Yep, that's me.....well, the travel trailer is a no go,
as it is not registered so they could not tow it here
and it may be traded in on a boat today......

I can ask about the pop ups, but I am at the
point of "why bother????"
It is pretty sad that family has the means to
allow us better living conditions, even if it
were a travel trailer(my sister owns one) or
a pop up, (my brother and a nephew own one each)
and they do not offer, but friends have offered.
We have also gotten an offer to stay with a
friends from childhood....only thing is, that
is yet another county and Social Services would go
through their financials to see what kind of a strain
we put on them and then see what to give us for help.
It would add to the counties I am going through....
right now there are two...the one I am in and the
one I want to be in......*SIGH*
But if the weather turns ugly and we simply can't
stay here anymore, we DO have a place to land.
My HP has my back still........

I just sent out messages to 4 places to possibly rent.
I explained that we fled Alabama to safety from
my husband and that we need a place to land.
I said I was in TANF until I could secure employment.
All I can do now is wait.....we will see.......
I am tired, feeling a little beaten up these days,
BUT I am not giving up. I am also going to
inquire with my advocate about how to get the case
transferred to the proper county and would that require
changing camp grounds to do it??????

You see, the other county, where I want to be....
they have many more resources than this one does and
might be able to help out more....but they might not.
I don't know....just some thoughts I have been slinging around.....

Cyber Hugs and God Bless,
Martha

[Jim78]

Martha,

You are a very strong woman.

You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim

[evergrowing]

Each day you take steps forward. Each day you have a choice between fear and faith. I will continue to prayer and imagine you and your kids in a safe, cozy home. Just keep swimming, just keep swimming!

(((Hugs)))

[Melissa]

Dear Martha--

I am sorry your life is so unsettled--despite your best efforts.
Do you belong to a particular church-- ie: Catholic? Many times they have resources & temporary housing til folks get on their feet.

I wish I had the ultimate words of wisdom for you as you find your way through the social services system, etc.

All I can say is that I admire your tenacity and your courage. You are an amazing woman and mom.

I will keep you and your children in my thoughts and prayers.


(((hugs)))

[cyndyava]

Martha,
I will never be afraid again...You have shown me by example that I wills be able to take care of myself and my girl...no matter what: I can and will make do...just like you are. I can and will find a way, to do what needs to be done; to keep moving forward to a healthier, happier way of life.
You are swimming! You are.
I will keep you and your children in my heart and prayers and like Melinda, will hold on to the vision of you and your family in a safe, comfortable home.
Hopefully this will be as soon as possible.
Sending big hugs to you, Cyndy

[Angelgirly2]

Dear Martha,
Watching your plight is amazing. I believe that there are churches that would be more than willing to help. I understand the LDS are very, very helpful, especially to families. The Salvation Army is another resource in our town that reaches out. Maybe there is a caretaker position or apt manager. Just some thoughts. Praying for you.
God Bless.

[Laura]

Wow...each time you post, I keep getting more inspired from your strength and how you truly embrace your recovery with grace and dignity.

I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura

[carpediem]

Martha, the more I read your posts, the more I am convinced that all of these half-open doors seem to be closing, but these are just signs from your HP that you are coming to the right place. Don't let it rattle you. A chance conversation that I had one day, at a time when I felt like I was never going to get a job, turned out to lead me to the very place I needed to be. I hear a lot of faith in your HP in all of this, and I hope you will hang onto that and just keep listening for that guidance. I like what others have had to say about reaching out to churches and I also understand the frustration of having family not help when it seems like it would be so easy. I have had this experience with my family, after my ex- and I split. The support that I thought I could count on wasn't there, but as it turned out, my daughter and I were just fine, even better off, because the independence we gained has never left us. I know that when you find the right place, you'll know it and the relief will be enormous. It's coming, so keep swimming.

[Believer]

Dearest Martha, You do so remind me of Dori and you are doing what she does, just keep swimming. Your perseverance is truly inspiring. You continue to trust your higher power and you are continuing to do the footwork. You and your children will get to where you need to be, to be safe, and warm and stable. They are so blessed to have a Mom like you to show them how to live life the very best you can on life's terms. I will continue to pray for the very best outcome for you. You are a remarkable woman of substance and I am of the belief that through this experience you will continue to grow and thrive. God bless you and yours.