Posted in help1 on Oct 27, 2005... modified on Jun 5, 2006
Slowly, sinking further into darkness, my grip weakens. Notifications plastered to my front door prevent me from hiding it anymore. Society has branded me a failure and continues to humiliate me. I tell myself to be strong and keep trying but unless Oprah coming or I win the lottery my chances are few. Though its that hope alone that takes me through another day. I will look at those who like myself tried but failed in a new light. Our existance may not make it to the society pages of the daily news but each of us is the same as those who have. In fact I have found an offering for those with so little to mean so much more..a
Posted in help1 on Oct 27, 2005... modified on Oct 27, 2005
I try and try but I'm sinking deeper and deeper in despair. As a single mother I know I'll never be rich but it would be nice to not feel like such a failure all the time. Each morning I reluctantly check my utilities hoping their still on. Dinner is becomming harder and harder to invent. Pretending everything is Ok is no longer an option. I have as a last resort to ask those faces I may never see to help me. It is your act of kindness and willingness to help me that I will carry in my heart forever. I only hope I can help you when you need it most.
Lord, are you trying to tell me something?
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