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Back on our feet: Rey and a teenage son and a daughter in primary school in Manila

Rey and a teenage son and a daughter in primary school need a bridge to stability after my partner leaving.

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Rey D. Agustin
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After my partner leaving in February, I'm now raising a teenage son and a daughter in primary school on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a pharmacy technician in the evenings, which will triple my income by April, 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 $800 goes: • Rent top-up: $310 • Childcare and after-school care: $135 • Groceries and school meals: $180 • Course fees and exam costs: $175 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Rey

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  • Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Thane.

    • thinking of you, Rey. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too.

      • Take care, Rey. Your post was clear and honest.

        • I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Greetings from Mardan.

          • Dimitra Evangelia StavrouVerified organization

            wishing you peace. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. God bless.

            • Popy Popy RoyID verified

              Rooting for you, Rey. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes

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