When someone is in trouble, they are often given mixed messages... I asked for help today and was immediately looked down upon for it. I was called a and was told that I was trying to con people to give me money. I am asking for financial help, but it's definitely not a con. I have not been dishonest about our plight to anyone I have shared it with. But... if everything falls apart, the first thing people are going to say is, "Why didn't you ask for help? We would've helped you!" No, no you wouldn't have.
So, for future reference... when we get through this, which we WILL... I will be so thankful to those who were there, whether it be emotionally or financially... and I will remember the struggle and the hurt my heart went through... and I will use it to help others. Because no one should ever have to hide that they need help knowing that they will be looked down upon for it.
If you are out there... I am here for you. I get it. I'm here too.
