Helping Family
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Missing Money
Asked by S.E. from New York
on November 7, 2012
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Last night i had to go to the atm for my dad (my moms still resting from her surgery and my dad doesnt know how to use the atm machine lol) .. so i take my moms debit ...
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- The person you should be able to trust, more than ANYONE in this world, is your fiancee/husband. There should be no doubt in your mind of their integrity. The fact...
- I'm just so sad for you, that you have even a moment of doubt about your fiancee. You are marrying a man, and you can't be sure if he didn't steal form your father? ...
- I have looked into lying and if he answered with a question. My bet he took it. sorry
Husband in Desparate Need of Work
Asked by L.B. from Dallas
on August 10, 2006
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My husband graduated the police academy in march of this year yet he has been unable to get a job as a police officer. Honestly his work history isn't the greatest an...
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- Sounds like you've gotten great advice. Just one more idea to share. I once had no one calling me in for an interview after sending out lots of resumes, too, and it t...
- The Texas Department of Public Safety is taking applications for their academy. Academy is in Austin so he would be away for awhile but would start making money as so...
- There was just a news report on the radio that DISD is looking for Policemen for its force. I would suggest acyually going down there and applying in person. Same w/ t...
Get off My Cross
Asked by M.H. from Lansing
on April 22, 2011
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I am one of those moms that does it all. The inside work. The outside work. The child rearing. I pay the bills. I do it all. I realized tonight that I resent my S.O. H...
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- (((laughing))) Oh my GAWD! M., you perfectly articulated how I feel. And S.H., your response was so amazing that I read this whole thread to my husband. Fant...
- My only advice is couples counseling. It's a good wake-up call for everyone. You *should* be able to get out for yourself-- even if only to the grocery store, alone-- ...
- So what does he "bring to the table". If you do it all then he sounds like a waste. Your kids will grow up & be in the same rut in their relationships, are you o.k. ...
Am I Being Too Picky Looking for a Sitter?
Asked by D.E. from Cincinnati
on October 4, 2012
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As Ive mentioned we relocated hours away from family. I am a SAHM and usually always have the kids no matter what Im doing. After moving my husband and I decided it wo...
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- Can you check with a local college for Education majors looking to earn extra cash? I don't think you are being too picky, all of those concerns would bother me as we...
- D., You are not being too picky. Those would be deal breakers for me, as well. I have to respectfully disagree with Theresa. My kids are the most important thing f...
- Ouch Theresa N! What's wrong with having a little time to yourself? D., I had a college girl come to our house 8 hours a week the year before my youngest started pre...
My Brothers Moved In
Asked by T.C. from Tampa
on June 13, 2008
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not by my choice either. My mother decided to stop by yesterday and "bring" him over. We had no idea she was doing this and at that moment I was in a possition with hi...
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- No, its not fair to you. It would be damaging to him to feel that no one wants him though. If I were in your position, I would call your brothers father and alert hi...
- He should have a job to pay for his own groceries and help you out with utilities! Mostly, I would call your mother and ask her which one of you gave birth to him! I...
- Hi T.; Let me first say that I feel for you, I know how hard it is to be young and raising your own child, and trying to make ends meet in your own family, and y...
Birthday Gifts
Asked by M.V. from Houston
on July 27, 2007
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I have a 4 year old and a 6 year old, whos birthdays are 2 weeks apart. My problem is we (my husband and I) do not know what to give them as a gift. They are both gi...
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- I love to get kids this age gardening tools, aprons, work gloves, seed packets, dirt, pots, watering cans and more. They can plant mums, pansies and more this time of...
- Hi M., Well, sure sounds like you love your children without a doubt. But you are making them sound spoiled. It's great that they have everything they want, but many ...
- Take them somewhere, do something with each of them. Just you and your husband with a birthday daugher. Find a babysitter for the other.
MIL Won't Get on Her Own Two Feet
Asked by C.A. from Los Angeles
on December 28, 2011
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So to begin, my MIL and SIL (who is 14) were living out of state. Earlier this year MIL called my DH about coming back to our area. She had no car, job, nothing and so...
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- I'm sure you've gotten a lot of good suggestions, but I have one question: How old is your MIL? I ask because she may be eligible for benefits if she is over a cert...
- You have some decisions to make. Are you willing to walk out the door if she walks in? Decisions have consequences. You and hubby need to sit down and have a frank ...
- So....you are making hubby choose you or his mom....he is going to choose mom. He has already told you that he chooses her, he said you could move out. Do it. I th...
Seeking Advice on Sister-in-law
Asked by C.F. from Tampa
on December 23, 2008
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Well here is the deal- My sister in law has always been somewhat of a problem- she's sweet but she always has drama and issues. She never wants to take my advice ( i ...
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- I agree with that don't lend money you ever expect back, especially to family. You will always hold bitter feelings when they do not repay you. I think that is very ...
- I personally wouldn't give them money because money can always cause problems with friends and family it is never a good idea!!!! Good Luck on your decision! R. J.
- Don't do it- you'll never get the money back, and it will breed bad feelings, you help this time then they will demand help in the future, their right they'll think. ...
Personal Responsibility & Groceries **UPDATED**
Asked by D.P. from Pittsburgh
on December 23, 2010
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An earlier question about WIC got me thinking. Someone mentioned that there are "no educational programs" or "guidelines" about what kind of food people should buy wi...
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- When I was growing up we did not have all the educational programs and guidelines about food and there wasn't a tv in every house - also there were not as many junk fo...
- For the most part I tend to agree with you. How any family eats and maintains their lifestyles has impacts on everyone, whether it is that they are using taxpayer dol...
- I don't think there should be education or restrictions that would affect buying choice. I think most people with a basic education know the difference between good a...
Credit Help!!
Asked by M.P. from Provo
on October 10, 2010
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Ok so ugh my credit. Do to some past unpaid bills, my family making me let my sister use my credit to buy a bed for her son (I was not happy about it AT ALL. I was onl...
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- You have to get a secured credit card. You put your own money into the account and use it asa charge card.... that will rebuild your credit AND you need to pay off t...
- Give it time and stop applying for cards. Each time you apply for something it effects your score negatively. Keep paying the debt you do have on time and be patient...
- Is there anything outstanding on your credit? Doctor bills or an old phone bill? If so, get that paid off. Don't apply for anymore credit cards or loans. Do you ha...
