Hi,

I have found myself in unbelievable situations that I never thought would happen to me.  I have learned, however, that 'Life Happens'.  It has been a very hard pill to swallow especially when I have always been the one to offer help and support financially and then in turn, I am now forced to ask for help.

I have also learned during these many years that one should never expect that the people who you help will be the ones to help you in times of need. Your supply will come from other sources and even strangers at times.

After losing my corporate job some seven years ago, I was able to support myself for a year afterward as though I was still working.  During this time, I tried to find job after job but just could not get back into the corporate world.  I was what they called 'Over-qualified'.  I was forced to take a job that paid me 1/20th of what I used to earn and things started to become really crazy medically and financially. 

My family and friends came to my assistance and things worked out for that period.  I embarked upon my real estate career and had my best year in 2006.  Well the news today is no surprise because between then and now, I am losing my home because there is no financial resource to get me caught up.  Believe me, in this business where I am a Professional Advisor and Counsellor to clients, I know all the options.  I have looked at other jobs outside of my career and no one will hire so that I can make that added income. I am about to lose my vehicle if not paid by this Friday and I now have to find a place to lease before the final timeline to move out.

This is not uncommon for so many people today across all boundaries.  I know what it is like to have to count pennies in the car to buy petrol; to ask for money and then be charged interest. I have been humbled on occasion when I go in to buy $4.00 of petrol on an empty tank and people look at me.  I know what it is to get home and see the pink slip on the door from the power company and spend the weekend without electricity. 

Today, I am thankful that I am alive and that I have the belief to know that it will all work out.  I do not sit in pity because I know that things must come to a successful resolution for me. Most important, I have learned never to judge others because we never know what people are experiencing and we never know when we ourselves might fall into the same predicaments.

I believe that someone, somewhere at some point will be benevolent enough to say that they can help me by providing some type of temporary financial assistance without interest.  I need $1500.00 to make payments on my car, overdue utilities, note and to purchase personal supplies and food all due by October 10.

If there is anyone out there who can assist me, I will be eternally grateful for your help.  Thanks for your kindness and your response in advance.