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Back on our feet: Tess and a toddler and a seven-year-old in Rotterdam
Tess and a toddler and a seven-year-old need a bridge to stability after a divorce.
🇳🇱 Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands1,300 views
Last December I went through a divorce, and I'm now raising a toddler and a seven-year-old on my own. I work as a part-time receptionist, 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 March, 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 $2,100 goes:
• Rent top-up: $1,050
• Course fees and exam costs: $250
• Childcare and after-school care: $800
Thank you for reading my story.
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Rooting for you, Tess. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Rotterdam.
How is Tess doing now?
Rooting for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in South Holland. I'll ask around and let you know
Hang in there, Tess. Looking forward to the next update. It's not much but it's yours.
A colleague of mine might know someone for this in South Holland. I'll ask around and let you know.