I need a hug or a bullet in the head

[DarkHippie]

some of you are aware of my health and my (lack of a) job situation. Because I am out of a job, I have no insurance to go to doctors to figure out why I can't stop throwing up. I've had to deal with that for a few months now, its fine, I can deal with that bullshit.

But becuase I have no income I have to leave my apartment and move into a new place with my brother, who is also poor. We have to put the security deposit down this week as well as first month's rent.

We don't have the money, but we spoke with my parents and they were gonna spot us. But my dad said today that they can't afford to spare the money now. They will do what they can, but it wont be enough.

So here I am, broke, about to be homeless, and covered in my own vomit. Yay.

[One Dead Fred]

Dude! Sorry I can't give you any work, but from one freelancer to another, good luck.

[nukinfuts]

Go to the emergency room, they can't refuse to treat you just because you don't have insurance, granted you will end up with a bill but pay them $20 a month or whatever you can. If it affects you not being able to work then maybe you can file for disability. I know it sucks to be unemployed and sick but I would rather give you the hug than a bullet in the head.

[Hottub]

Craig, how much do you guys need to cover the expenses for the Apt?

and for what it's worth, I offer you this, brother.

http://www.ursine.com.au/Images/2BearsHug.gif

[DarkHippie]

Craig, how much do you guys need to cover the expenses for the Apt?

it depends on how much my brother and parents can chip in. The security is 1950, and then 1300 for rent. I just talked to my current landlord and convinced her to give me half of my security deposit back before I move out, so that's 500 there. I am thinking of putting some stuff up for pawn (do they still have pawn shops?) I can pawn my Strat and probably get 1000 for it, but I hate to part with it.

[jauble]

it depends on how much my brother and parents can chip in. The security is 1950, and then 1300 for rent. I just talked to my current landlord and convinced her to give me half of my security deposit back before I move out, so that's 500 there. I am thinking of putting some stuff up for pawn (do they still have pawn shops?) I can pawn my Strat and probably get 1000 for it, but I hate to part with it.

There are pawn shops but perhaps shoot douggrasso a pm since he and his brother are doing the music stuff you might get a better deal if it comes down to that.

[Hottub]

Dude, not the strat.
Let's see what RF.net can do.
I know people don't like charity, but this is do it or homeless. I've been saying it for years. This place is family.

[Friday]

sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do.
when i first became unemployed my unemployment didnt kick in for a month.
i had to borrow money and i sold a bunch of my moms old gold jewelry .

it sucks... but you do what you have to.

try to keep your chin up dude.

[Friday]

Dude, not the strat.
Let's see what RF.net can do.
I know people don't like charity, but this is do it or homeless. I've been saying it for years. This place is family.

where were you fucks when i needed help?



sorry... i realize where i am. but really?

[DarkHippie]

Dude, not the strat.
Let's see what RF.net can do.
I know people don't like charity, but this is do it or homeless. I've been saying it for years. This place is family.

I dont think I am comfortable with that. We are a family, but we're an internet family. Most of us have never even met. Its not the same.

I really appreciate the thought though. :)

[Chigworthy]

Did you talk to Dr. Steve?

[Hottub]

where were you fucks when i needed help?



sorry... i realize where i am. but really?

C'mon Fridee, just say the word. Family!

I may be the one some day, so I want to help while I can.

[Hottub]

I dont think I am comfortable with that. We are a family, but we're an internet family. Most of us have never even met. Its not the same.

I really appreciate the thought though. :)

True, you've never met me. But you did meet that fat old guy!:wink:

[DarkHippie]

True, you've never met me. But you did meet that fat old guy!:wink:

I'm tellin ya, its the angle of your icon. It makes you look like Billy Staples.

[RhinoinMN]

I'm tellin ya, its the angle of your icon. It makes you look like Billy Staples.

Are you saying he looks creepy?




Stay strong man. Its not in the Hippies nature to check out like that. I'll give you a hug from here.

[Sleeves]

definitely write Dr. Steve at drsteve202@gmail.com.

He talked about something similar - about some guy who threw up every time he lied down and how there's some wonky valve between the stomach and the rest of the world that doesn't always work so well.

But Dr. S will help...

Sorry about your tough times...

[DarkHippie]

definitely write Dr. Steve at drsteve202@gmail.com.

He talked about something similar - about some guy who threw up every time he lied down and how there's some wonky valve between the stomach and the rest of the world that doesn't always work so well.

But Dr. S will help...

Sorry about your tough times...

Well, I've already been to a gastroentorologist and had a bunch of procedures done and they couldn't find anything wrong with my stomach. I personally think it has something to do with my lungs, cause the vomiting seems to be triggered by coughing attacks

[MobCounty]

Go to the emergency room, they can't refuse to treat you just because you don't have insurance, granted you will end up with a bill but pay them $20 a month or whatever you can. If it affects you not being able to work then maybe you can file for disability. I know it sucks to be unemployed and sick but I would rather give you the hug than a bullet in the head.

This is what my sister had to do after a dog bite. Works like a charm.

[Sinestro]

What's a strat???

[RhinoinMN]

What's a strat???

http://www.mikedemicco.com/images/instruments/fender_stratocaster-rot45.jpg

[silks]

I personally think it has something to do with my lungs, cause the vomiting seems to be triggered by coughing attacks

Could it be a bad respiratory infection that is causing you to cough so violently it's making you vomit?

Good luck with your housing situation. I'm sure everything will work out.

[Stankfoot]

RENT PARTY! :drunk:

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a350/stankfoot/rentparty.jpg

Jon will bring nachos!

[DarkHippie]

Could it be a bad respiratory infection that is causing you to cough so violently it's making you vomit?

Good luck with your housing situation. I'm sure everything will work out.

I doubt it, i've been having it for almost a year now.

[Devo37]

it depends on how much my brother and parents can chip in. The security is 1950, and then 1300 for rent. I just talked to my current landlord and convinced her to give me half of my security deposit back before I move out, so that's 500 there. I am thinking of putting some stuff up for pawn (do they still have pawn shops?) I can pawn my Strat and probably get 1000 for it, but I hate to part with it.

$1300 for a place in Rockland? seems kinda steep for a place when you're out of a job (i'm paying almost $500 less, and i'm only 15 minutes from midtown). aren't there any cheaper options available?

[JPMNICK]

would you consider moving back in with your parents until you get back on your feet and save a little money?

[Sinestro]

would you consider moving back in with your parents until you get back on your feet and save a little money?

Seconded.



Save more money and cut your beer expenses.

[DarkHippie]

Seconded.

Save more money and cut your beer expenses.

I thought about it, but it would not be a good idea. There's a lot of dark shit there that would make it difficult for me to live with them and vice versa

[Sinestro]

I thought about it, but it would not be a good idea. There's a lot of dark shit there that would make it difficult for me to live with them and vice versa


Like West Virginia type of stuff????

[DarkHippie]

Good news! my dad came through with enough of the money that me and my brother can handle the rest! so i wont be homeless! Hooray for shelter!

[mikeyboy]

Congrats buddy.

[Hottub]

Excellent news!:clap:

[JerseyRich]

Good news! my dad came through with enough of the money that me and my brother can handle the rest! so i wont be homeless! Hooray for shelter!

Top Ramen and Tap Water for everyone!

[Celia]

...and mac 'n cheese.

congrats! now we just have to work on making your tummy feel better

[angrymissy]

Well, I've already been to a gastroentorologist and had a bunch of procedures done and they couldn't find anything wrong with my stomach. I personally think it has something to do with my lungs, cause the vomiting seems to be triggered by coughing attacks

Did they test you for reflux? Jeff had something similar, he doesn't vomit, but his reflux causes coughing fits rather than your typical heartburn. It took them forever to finally diagnose it, and many different types of meds before it was treatable.

[midwestjeff]

Good to hear!
Now you get to go through the joy of moving all your shit.
Have fun with that.

[mdr55]

Good news! my dad came through with enough of the money that me and my brother can handle the rest! so i wont be homeless! Hooray for shelter!

What's going to happen next month??? Do you both have steady income coming to pay next month's rent and the month after that?

[DarkHippie]

Did they test you for reflux? Jeff had something similar, he doesn't vomit, but his reflux causes coughing fits rather than your typical heartburn. It took them forever to finally diagnose it, and many different types of meds before it was treatable.

Yes, they tested me. They said I have very mild reflux that couldn't possibly be causing the violent, body wracking spasms that I have. :(

[DarkHippie]

What's going to happen next month??? Do you both have steady income coming to pay next month's rent and the month after that?

I think that maybe it is time to go on welfare. I am so embarassed.

[mdr55]

I think that maybe it is time to go on welfare. I am so embarassed.

Don't forget applying for Section 8 and Foodstamps. Go get yours!

[JPMNICK]

hippie you are the type of person welfare was made for. someone who paid into the system and now has fallen onto hard times and has to use it. do not feel bad

[RoseBlood]

I think that maybe it is time to go on welfare. I am so embarassed.

hippie you are the type of person welfare was made for. someone who paid into the system and now has fallen onto hard times and has to use it. do not feel bad

Agreed, nothing to be embarassed about as Nick stated.

When I was younger my father was out of work, we were on Food Stamps until my he was able to find proper work. It was difficult, dad took a job pumping gas, HATED it and wanted to quit but mom made him go in everyday.

You're smart and motivated. This is only a temporary situation. Take each day as they come but never loose focus of the future and what you eventually want. It's not going to be easy Hippie, but you WILL get through this.

[jonyrotn]

Top Ramen and Tap Water for everyone!Hahahaha..


Are you kidding me? Embarrassed?
You go get what this God for saken Government owes you and get it in spades..

Dude, I was raised on wellfare and foodstamps, in fact I thought money was pink and purple till I was in my early twenties..
Funny thing is, my mom was a Hippie too...
Huh, go figure..

I'm sooo happy for you and your brother..
I'm just gonna need that refridgerator box back, if it's all the same to you guys..Thanks Fellas..:smile:

[silks]

Excellent news. Hope you can get things turned around. I agree with the consensus, do not feel embarrassed asking for some sort of government assistance. Good luck to you!

[Alice S. Fuzzybutt]

Craig,

Don't feel embarrassed about going on food stamps. As others have pointed out, you've paid into a system that was set up for such a situation.

I was on food stamps for a while after I applied for disability. It was tough and, yes, I was a little embarrassed to scan my card. But whatever. I had a friend who almost went on food stamps when she was living in a tiny apt in Brooklyn as she was getting her masters in social work.

I actually talked with her not so long ago and A LOT of people are confiding in her and asking how to get on food stamps. Times are tough. The economy is in the crapper. You are not alone in THE LEAST!!!!

Hang tough buddy!

Love,
Petrina

[DarkHippie]

I want to thank everyone for their support. You guys are true friends (even the ones I havent met) and I am lucky to know you.

I am moved in to my new place, and i should be getting my security deposit back soon. I think between me and my brother, and the small income I have coming in through my p/t job, I should be ok for a while.

again, thank you all.

[mdr55]

Party????

[biggestmexi]

sounds about right