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Back on our feet: Ramón and four children in Jacksonville
Ramón and four children need a bridge to stability after a long illness.
🇺🇸 32256, Jacksonville, Florida, United States2,458 views
Since a long illness in July, I'm now raising four children on my own. I work as a retail cashier, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by November, 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 $3,950 goes:
• Groceries and school meals: $890
• Rent top-up: $2,300
• Childcare and after-school care: $760
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Ramón
Updates from Ramón
Wanted to say thank you properly. 17% funded and I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
We're at 12% thanks to 5 of you. the plan for rent top-up is now scheduled. More news soon.
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Hope things get better soon, Ramón. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't give up. Greetings from Albany.
Good luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Blessings.
Best of luck, Ramón. Your post was clear and honest. After 27 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything.
Hang in there, Ramón. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Don't give up. Love from Wollongong
Hope things get better soon, Ramón. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Blessings
Praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend.
Hope things get better soon. Hope you get there. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. God bless!
Thanks for sharing this, Ramón. This could happen to any of us
sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Leeds but we're thinking of you. Take care
keep going. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. Take care