So…where do I begin. I seriously HATE that woman. I know its a strong word but I mean all four letters of that word to the fullest. She has a gambling problem and wastes her money then expects my dad to pick up the slack, and he usually does because he pittys her. I don’t. I don’t care if she is out in the street somewhere. When my grandpa was alive she used to abuse him and yell at him constantly until he died. She is the care giver for my disabled aunt whom she treats like sh*t and yells at too, she put her on her income tax so she’s getting money because of her, and then drops her off at my house so she gets the money while we take care of the disabled aunt. She steals the money they government gives to the disabled aunt to go on vacation to DR and then expects my dad to help her when she gets kicked out of her apartment because she can’t pay. She is constantly causing problems at my house because my dad feels he has to take care of this grown 50 something year old woman and she feels entitled to be taken care of. I mean I know she is your sister but shes f*cked up and needs to fend for herself. On top of all that, with all her neediness to my dad she has such a bad attitude to my mom, I would argue that she hates her. My mom did nothing but be kind to her. The job she holds today: MY mom got it for her. I never want to see her again. I don’t care if I were homeless and she was the only place I could go I’d happily sleep on the sidewalk instead. If I needed an organ and it was hers available, I’d rather die. Over the past 25 years of my life I have only a few, maybe 2 – 3 positive memories of her. I’ve tried to stand in her shoes and consider things from her perspective but even when I do there is no reason for her to act that way. Am I being unreasonable?
Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere All right! Theres nothing like the warm tropical off shore breeze blowing over your pasty-white body. Theres a reason we Canadians flock to Mexico around this time of year: Winter in our country is a season of unrelenting, soul-crushing, wintry brutality. And lets face it, an icy cold Mexican lager or six doesnt hurt. And the relationship between Canadians and their favourite vacation destination has always been a positive one. Weve come down to here to unburden ourselves of our work-a-day worries and woes, and the big-hearted Mexicans have soothed our frazzled minds and bodies with a walloping dose of relaxation, warm hospitality, and fun in the sun. But this year, things have seemingly soured somewhat. Trips by Canadians to Mexico have dropped by as much as 50%! Sure, weve all seen the media reports about the danger thats present in Mexico; the travel advisories, the well-intentioned warnings, the concerned looks from friends and family. But whats the real story? Whats really going on in Mexico? We thought wed come down here and find out for ourselves. Our first day in the sunny south finds us in Cancun, one of the worlds premier resort destinations. Should we have packed bulletproof vests, or would sunscreen and an emergency stash of Imodium be enough? The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa were kind enough to welcome us into their lovely hotel for a couple of days. What a sweet hotel! We woke up early, had an …
Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere Day two in the state of Guerreros double your pleasure destination, and were itching for a bit of exercise. Surfing is a popular pastime (for many, a lifestyle) all around the world, and the coast around Ixtapa offers many great breaks to test your skills. Unfortunately, I dont have any yet, so I thought Id get a quick lesson with Leon, at Catcha Lola. He is a well-known fixture in town, and can teach you how to surf, or, if you already know how, he can take you around the region and share his knowledge of the secret spots. There were two of us out there for the first time in our lives. Me, and Ted from Oakville Ontario. We were given a cursory(!) lesson, and then unleashed upon the waves! Ive always wanted to try surfing, but the chance just hasnt come my way, or when it did, I always found the surfing dudes a little off-putting with their not on my wave, attitude. I am happy to report that on Playa Linda today, I experienced none of this. It was a totally unintimidating environment in which to flail around like a fish out of water in the water which was surprisingly warm, for the Pacific Ocean. And videotape doesnt lie I actually experienced the incomparable feeling of standing up on a surfboard and riding a wave! Sure, it was on a surfboard the size of a bus, on waves the size of well, of really small waves, but it sure felt amazing! Save me a spot on the wave, Leon! Ill be back! My feats of derring-do in …
Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere All right! Theres nothing like the warm tropical off shore breeze blowing over your pasty-white body. Theres a reason we Canadians flock to Mexico around this time of year: Winter in our country is a season of unrelenting, soul-crushing, wintry brutality. And lets face it, an icy cold Mexican lager or six doesnt hurt. And the relationship between Canadians and their favourite vacation destination has always been a positive one. Weve come down to here to unburden ourselves of our work-a-day worries and woes, and the big-hearted Mexicans have soothed our frazzled minds and bodies with a walloping dose of relaxation, warm hospitality, and fun in the sun. But this year, things have seemingly soured somewhat. Trips by Canadians to Mexico have dropped by as much as 50%! Sure, weve all seen the media reports about the danger thats present in Mexico; the travel advisories, the well-intentioned warnings, the concerned looks from friends and family. But whats the real story? Whats really going on in Mexico? We thought wed come down here and find out for ourselves. Our first day in the sunny south finds us in Cancun, one of the worlds premier resort destinations. Should we have packed bulletproof vests, or would sunscreen and an emergency stash of Imodium be enough? The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa were kind enough to welcome us into their lovely hotel for a couple of days. What a sweet hotel! We woke up early, had an …
I’m 33 years old, bankrupt (chapter 7), my 49cc scooter is my only vehicle, I’m living w/ my parents, and I work a part-time minimum wage job 3 miles from home for money. I have mild cerebral palsy and epilepsy, just got approved yesterday for insurance at $230 per month, saw a doctor 3 days ago and got a neurology referal and some temporary meds (Dilantin and Flexiril). Neurologist appointment is Oct 5th.
I had some vacation time (unpaid) that I was taking next week and was going to look for a new (better paying) job. Now I can’t do that because I wouldn’t have a vehicle to take me back and forth. I opened a new checking and savings account a month ago and signed up for online banking (w/o bill pay) earlier this morning, but the medical lately left the balances low (reason why I got insurance). I thought that I was finally making some headway in my life.
Then, my scooters lights went out on me (nearly all of them), on my way home, an officer stopped me and told me that I cannot use the scooter anymore until I get the lights fixed. Cost of getting them fixed is $55 hr for labor + parts (possible 3 – 4 hour job trying to find the problem (according to the scooter shop I purchased it from). The other shop, a yamaha store, said labor is $110 per hour. I just cannot afford to get it fixed now that my medical insurance is being taken out this next payday (done through autopay). I’m flat broke, nothing left in savings or checking right now. I can’t ride a bicycle because my knees and ankles are screwed up due to the cerebral palsy. This was the last straw, it left me dead in the water. I have no more options left anymore.
I’m seriously at the end of my rope, I’m ready to quit my job, say to hell with the insurance, and the doctor, and the neurologist, and my scooter. I’m ready to drop out of society period and say F*CK IT ALL.
What do I do???
What can I do???
Any suggestions to get me out of this damn mess short of a bullet to the brain?
Seriously, at this point, suicide might not be such a horrible option anymore. I’m sick and tired of this god damned life. I literally have no reason left to live, everything I try to do to get back on my feet has failed me. I could rob a bank? Maybe I should shoot and kill someone? I might get the chair, but at least for the next 20+ years, I’ll have a roof over my head, free meals, free medical care, and no more work to deal with.
All joking aside, I need options, real options. WHAT CAN I DO TO GET BACK ON MY FEET?
Please HELP ME…
Gaijin, I did contact them, about two months ago, they have no offices in my city and refused to help me.
Hosted by Scott Sheehan Directed & Produced by Michael Corbiere All right! Theres nothing like the warm tropical off shore breeze blowing over your pasty-white body. Theres a reason we Canadians flock to Mexico around this time of year: Winter in our country is a season of unrelenting, soul-crushing, wintry brutality. And lets face it, an icy cold Mexican lager or six doesnt hurt. And the relationship between Canadians and their favourite vacation destination has always been a positive one. Weve come down to here to unburden ourselves of our work-a-day worries and woes, and the big-hearted Mexicans have soothed our frazzled minds and bodies with a walloping dose of relaxation, warm hospitality, and fun in the sun. But this year, things have seemingly soured somewhat. Trips by Canadians to Mexico have dropped by as much as 50%! Sure, weve all seen the media reports about the danger thats present in Mexico; the travel advisories, the well-intentioned warnings, the concerned looks from friends and family. But whats the real story? Whats really going on in Mexico? We thought wed come down here and find out for ourselves. Our first day in the sunny south finds us in Cancun, one of the worlds premier resort destinations. Should we have packed bulletproof vests, or would sunscreen and an emergency stash of Imodium be enough? The Dreams Cancun Resort and Spa were kind enough to welcome us into their lovely hotel for a couple of days. What a sweet hotel! We woke up early, had an …
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