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Sun Nov-20-11 10:22 PM
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Tears welling up- the kindness of people is amazing |
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I recently went a month without work and it took everything I had plus family loans to keep my apt. I started a new job but they haven't figured my tip out yet so I'm waiting for my first check with absolutely no cash, wondering how I am going to eat for the next few days. I posted this on FB and someone I met only once at OccupyAustin but has since become a good FB friend messaged me this:
Hey man, if you need it I can spot you a little cash till they figure out your situation at work. I don't have a whole lot to spare this week, but I can buy you a few meals.
I will probably have to take him up on it- as hard as it is for me to do (though I'm not sure why). This is why this movement will prevail. This is why I fight for everyone.
I don't know what to say- I'm at a totall loss for words. He is basically a stranger. I'm overwhelmed.
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Sun Nov-20-11 10:26 PM
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1. I'm so sorry. Someone in DU might be from your area. Maybe they can locate a job? |
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Someone? Anyone out there?
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Dragonbreathp9d
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Sun Nov-20-11 11:22 PM
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2. I do have a job now and it pays pretty well |
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Just waiting on my first payment
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Mon Nov-21-11 11:06 AM
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8. I'm so glad. I can't bear the idea of people having no job and going hungry. :( nt |
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Sun Nov-20-11 11:32 PM
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3. There are a lot of great folks out there. |
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Don't be dissuaded by the negative we see everyday.
I'm glad you've found the work, and a charitable friend.
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Sun Nov-20-11 11:51 PM
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5. Is there a feeding facility (used to be called soup kitchen) anywhere near you? |
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If you call them up or stop by and explain your deal, they'll probably give you a few meals in exchange for mopping the floor/setting tables/ what-have-you without any drama. Same deal with a food pantry--let them know you're in dire straits, that you need a few cans of soup and a loaf of bread and peanut butter to see you through a few days, no more. Then, when you're back on an even keel, you can return the favor.
Check the churches or Salvation Army--they're very good at targeted assistance. Best of luck.
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Sun Nov-20-11 11:57 PM
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6. Yes churches can be an excellent source. |
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Sun Nov-20-11 11:59 PM
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7. Ask local churches where the nearest food bank is. A box of nonperishables |
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Mon Nov-21-11 03:22 PM
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Glad you vented about it on FB, giving someone the opportunity to help you out. :hug:
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Mon Nov-21-11 03:27 PM
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11. Dial 211. Tell them what you need. This connects you to a |
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local organization made up of churches, donation centers, etc from your area (wherever you are in the USA) that pooled their resources into one central distributing group. Its not a government group, it is local & they are wonderful about helping. Good luck and best wishes with the new job my friend.
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Mon Nov-21-11 03:37 PM
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14. You'll get your chance to pay it forward |
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I've been on both sides of that equation. And it is an equation when done right. Both sides come out equal.
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