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Back on our feet: Iván and twin daughters in Tijuana

Iván and twin daughters need a bridge to stability after a long illness.

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Iván B. Duarte
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Tijuana
Last June I went through a long illness, and I'm now raising twin daughters on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a dental nurse in the evenings, which will triple my income by July, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown. Where the $1,450 goes: • Rent top-up: $680 • Childcare and after-school care: $350 • Groceries and school meals: $260 • Course fees and exam costs: $160 With deep gratitude, Iván
#single-parent#family#stability

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  1. 15% there. I made the first payment toward childcare and after-school care. Thank you.

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    “Thought of Iván all day after reading this. - Toulon”

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    “Every little bit. Please keep us posted. - Haarlem”

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    “Be well. Hope the July deadline works out. - Tel Aviv”

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    “All the best. Hope the July deadline works out. - Bonny”

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    “Hope things get better. Saw your post and had to give. - Fayetteville”

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    “Sending love. - Islamabad”

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    “Hang in there. Hope you get the rest soon. - Bangkok”

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    “Wish I could do more. Thought of Iván all day after reading this. - Berlin”

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  • Derek K. HallAddress verified

    Best of luck, Iván. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.

    • Citra Ayu SutantoQuestion

      can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Tijuana

      • Iván B. DuarteOwnerAnswer

        Thank you. If you're in Tijuana I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.

    • Rachel S. Lambert

      You're not alone, Iván. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier

      • Muthoni Odhiambo

        Sending strength. Hope this works out for you. Wish I lived closer to Savar so I could bring a meal. All the best.

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