People Needing Help

I need help if any way possible

lauren elizabeth — 2008-09-16T18:16:31Z

Hello My name is anna elizabeth and I am in quite a mess at the moment. I currently staying as a roomate with someone who is not real kind. I do the housework for him. My daughter is in the 12th grade this year and things are hard on me as far as money because I am on disability. I am just today finding out that he wants to get rid of me because he feels that he cannot date because of the situation we have in the home now. He does not mind my daughter to be here and I think thats kind of strange. I would like to find a job that isn't alot of hours because its hard on me but I can do alot of things accept heavy lifting. He has always been unkind but I always didn't think he was as serious as he is now. He didn't even have the nerve to tell me person. He always writes these letters that are not very nice. I have often told him that there was not anything I wouldn't do for him and I think he takes it the wrong way. I am a nice person and I just give alot and all I mean when I say things is because its only the truth. My daughter and I were invited to come live here in the year 2003. I've done so much for him and he does not appreciate anything. So his idea is to make me leave. The only problem I have is that I don't have the money to afford another place and to get my daughter through school and she wants to go to college to badly that I'm afraid of what I will be able to do to help her. So if anyone out there has any work for cash money that I can find someplace to go I would be most grateful. Thanks so much and God Bless you all! Anna Lauren Elizabeth

Hurricane Victems

sudz — 2005-09-09T23:54:57Z

My step-son lives in Semmes, in a trailor with his wife. His dad rents a room from him in the three bedroom, one bath trailer. His wife is originally from New Orleans. When Katrina was arriving, her family (4 large, heavy, healthy, chunky, okay fat adults and 5 children, half of them also fat teenagers) came to his trailer to wait out the storm. After the storm, when it was learned they can't go home for at least a month and when electricity in Semmes was a hoped for future convenience, we invited the 9 visitors and the 3 residents of the trailer to come to our 3 bedroom 1 bath home, where my wife and I live with her daugher and granddaughter as borders. Eleven of them accepted the invitation. My wife's ex decided to stay and tough it out at the trailer. We loaned him our Coleman Stove so he could cook without electricity. Eleven extra mouths to feed and large bodies stacked around the floors on air mattresses and sleeping bags was something we had to get used to (Am I good at understating, or what?). Oh, I guess the banks in New Orleans must have flooded and I guess they forgot to draw out their money before they left town, because nobody offered to help with the expenses. I take that back. My step son gave me $100. After several days and a dozen hints, two of the eleven began to pitch in and wash dishes each evening. Nobody helped with the cleaning, cooking and other things needed to keep a house with 15 people half-way decent to live in. It was a learning experience. I learned that you don't buy ice cream unless you buy two or three gallons at a time. When you cook peas, cornbread and porkchops, you make two cakes of cornbread and about 25 to 28 pork chops along with three quarts of frozen peas. One day we decided to make a Thanksgiving feast (Turkey is inexpensive). Almost the entire turkey was devoured in two meals along with a potato salad that used 5 pounds of potatoes. Of all the 7 or 8 things served, only some of the dressing was left over. Another thing. Have plenty of milk. Fat folks love milk. One night I went to bed with almost a full gallon in the fridge. Next morning there was about 4 ounces left. Tell me, does FEMA reimburse you when you host a family from New Orleans? Seriously, I thank God we were able to help that family. They went back to Semmes after only a week with us, now that the lights are on, but promised to return here in order to give their daughter a break. Oh happy day! I calculate the National Guard will let them return to their home during the third week of October. My wife and I are planning to visit them in December, park our butts on their sofas, eat all we can, decide what stations to watch on TV, make tons of noise from daylight 'till midnight and forget to bring any money with us. I'll manage to nick my finger so I can submerge my hands in dish water. lol Fortunately, they live in Morrerro, on the west bank and their house was not flooded and there was no significant damage to their home. The reason they can't go back is the lack of power and the rules set forth by the National Guard. That is, “If you return, you can't leave.” Also, to get home they would have to go all the way around Lake Ponchatrain and enter the area on a one lane road that is being repaired. No other way in or out. Would any of you like to take this family in for a week or so? If so please complete the application to qualify. Warning: You must have at least one computer with internet access and it would be best if you have 7 computers with access, that is if you want a turn on it for yourself. You must have either cable or direct TV hooked to at least 4 or 5 sets. You must be willing to allow them to park their three automobiles on you grass, not on pavement. You must listen attentively and pretend interest in boring tales of deals made and accomplishment over the past 30 years. You must be patient when the children run through the house swinging plastic swords and ball bats and yelling at each other or trying to lure you into a wrestling match in front of the TV set with all the crystal what nots on it. You must understand that the door to the bathroom and the front entry door (both of which are next to your bedroom) cannot be simply closed but must be slammed with considerable force. Finally, you should consider removing all carpeting because half finished chocolate bars will be left right where fat adults will step on them, say “oops” and keep walking toward the refrigerator.

Sewing Leather

sudz — 2004-12-30T13:04:14Z

Can anybody put me in contact with someone local who can advise me on sewing leather? I have been studying how to tan hides and would like to make an article of clothing or some project but know little about sewing, and nothing about sewing leather. Last night I collected a beautiful 6' long Rattlesnake skin. I'm so looking forward to doing something new and exciting with it. Pidder can sew, but (like me) she has no experience sewing leather or skins.

Charity Rides

viper — 2004-04-11T16:03:10Z

I wasn't sure whether to put this here or the Community Events so I opted for the community events ... Please see my post under this same subject in Community Events for two Motorcycle Rides coming up to benefit the American Cancer Society ... Thanks , Viper .

I Made It...

luna — 2004-03-22T18:57:34Z

With the help of Xanax and a couple of Crown and Cokes at the airport bar, I made it safely to D.C. The flight to Charlotte was nothing... a tiny bit of turbulence when we landed, but nothing horrible. NOW, getting in to D.C. was another story. I was nervous for a good deal of that flight, but lucky for me, one of my co-workers is a seasoned traveler and he helped steady my nerves. Anyhoo... I just wanted to say hi to my buddies back in AL. I swear I feel like the Country Mouse from that old fable! :) Luna

Can you say Scaredy Cat?

luna — 2004-03-11T15:51:27Z

Yep, that would be me. One week from Sunday, I will be boarding a plane headed to Washington, D.C. for business. Sounds like no big deal, right? Well... maybe... except... I've NEVER been on a plane. Yes, you read correctly. I'm 30 years old and I've never flown. Part of it from fear and part, because well, I generally can drive where I need/want to go. On the two occasions I've gone to make reservations to fly somewhere, a plane crashed a day after I checked prices. The first was ValuJet 592 in May 1996. The second? Two months later, TWA Flight 800. Now to be honest, it's not that I really have a fear of dying in a plane crash. I'm just afraid I'll end up being like John Lithgow's character in the 'Twilight Zone' movie. :) By the way, I've visited D.C. once before, my senior year in high school. Luna The Scaredy Cat

A friend in need..

olifesabeach — 2004-02-13T15:55:38Z

I am new to this site but would like to take a moment for a friend..His name is Sandy Williams and he has grade 4 cancer (very fast moving). Sandy recently underwent surgery to remove his right kidney. On Sat, Feb 21,2004 there will be a Fish Fry Benefit at Snappers to help raise money to help his wife (Denise) and him pay for medicines and daily household expenses. There will be a raffle and an Auction, along with a fish dinner..Please come out and show your support!! Thank you and hope to see you there, Feb 21, at 12 noon..God bless you Sandy and Denise..I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!

Really Need Help

crabbyabby — 2004-01-30T03:55:09Z

I feel I am just writing to myself, and maybe a couple of more. I need some input so I can agree or disagree. Please help me, if you can read mine, can I read yours?

Welcome to the People Needing Help Forum

anomaly — 2004-01-21T02:25:08Z

At one time or another, we all need help. It doesn't matter what it is. If you have a need and you are looking for people to help fill that need, post your request here and let the good samaritans of our community be known. The GulfCommunity.Com team asks that you please keep all posts free of inappropriate material and offensive language. This is a family oriented website and young people may see your posts. Have Fun!