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No Horse & Buggy for Me and my family
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OK, here is my story.... I have a van that has now reached 330,000 miles and if you would like to see I could send a picture from my phone to show you pictures of the van and the mileage. It is always needing repairs and I cannot continue through the winter with bad tires and it falling a part. I don't have any pictures downloaded on my computer of the van yet but I am working on it. My computer seems to be having troubles with new down loads.
The problem is we are needing a reliable van. I have Flea Markets and Swap Meets as my business and caring for animals. I need the space to carry these things.
So, I would much rather have a van than a horse and buggy. The horse and buggy just does not get me to my places quick enough ( ha ha) and I cannot haul much on the horses back.. ( It might break down and not get up. I will say it would be better on gas mileage but really??? Winter is coming and truly need good transportation.
I am not looking to get a brand new van I am just wanting one that will not break down on me the first few weeks of buying it. I don't want anything fancy just one that has air and heat. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have. Right now the one that has 330,000 miles is a Chevy Astro Van.
Help me reach my goal and truthfully any amount would help. I would be glad to send you a personal thank you card in the mail if you should be able to assist my family with a need.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and to get to know my need. I look forward to hearing from you and so happy for Microgiving. This is a wonderful site that helps so many. Please give us the Christmas present we need so that I can continue to work through the winter a head. God is good and He will answer this in His timing. God Bless you all and may your holidays be Blessed.
Just in case I make a mistake... I am asking for $5,000 but will be Blessed with any amount. Thank you again for taking time to read and hopefully help ...

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$10 - The Wonders of magnets I will be glad to send each one who donates to my cause a beautiful, brand new and colorful magnetic necklace... along with it will be a creative sizzling thank you card for the kindness you have shown. Or I can send you the beauty of water beads for each $10 given I will send 4 tubes of water beads ( your choice of color ) I have enclosed pictures of both.

Biography

About me?? Well, I am a mother that just loves to do things with my daughter who is now 13 years old. She has some health problems that has now sent her back to Riley's hospital as an out patient.
As a business I do in home pet care. When people are out of town I go and live in their homes to care for their animals so that they do not need to be put in kennels.
My daughter is home schooled. We love to bowl. Our goal is to move to Florida for the winter starting next year. I also clean homes and set up at Flea Markets and Swap meets with anything that I can possible sell to create an income. I try to sell things on Craigslist. We gather pop cans and smash them for money. I pick up jobs like raking leaves, taking care of the elderly. I woman determined to make it in this world.

My Purpose

My purpose in life is to do all that I can to create income and stability in my life. I am a woman that is out to succeed even though I may go through lots of struggles to get there I plan to make it and be a good teacher to my daughter that life can be good even though it can get tough at times.
We are in serious need of a van for this winter that has heat and air conditioning in the summer. I need the space of the van because of all that I haul for my jobs in the Flea Markets and also at times to haul animals.
My purpose to show people that no matter what we can stand tall and make a difference in this world. I can and I will succeed.

My Interests

God, moving to Florida , swimming, fun with my daughter, Flea Markets, bowling

Getting To Know Me
My Family Mother :Doris and Ann Father: Dale and Todd Brother(s): 5 alive, 3 deceased Sister(s): Judy,Linda Recent changes in my life : I have lost 3 brothers. One from a drunk driver, one was murdered, one died of a heart attack. My biological father was also murdered. I have a certified paralegal trying to help me get things back to order by helping me with a budget and working with creditors so that I may hopeful soon have stability for my daughter. That I don't have to wonder where the next money or food is coming from. What is most important thing in your life? Number 1 God, and then my wonderful, beauriful daughter Pick five words that describe yourself : TRUSTING & BELIEVING IN GOD! Can you juggle ? No What is your favorite day? All of them when I spend them with my daughter What is your favorite season? All but winter What is your favorite meal? Shrimp or Mexican Food What time do you wake up in the morning? 7 AM If you could have one super power, what would it be? Strength Comedy or Horror? Comedy If you could build a house anywhere, where would it be? FLORIDA What is your greatest ambition? To be steady and get rid of my bills Who is the person from you past you wish you could go back and talk to? A Pastor who was kind several years ago What characteristics do you think you've inherited from your parents? NONE What do you never leave home without? my daughter Who would you most like to meet? None, I am happy to meet all that God puts before me If you had a million dollars, what would you do with it? Pay all bills, move to Florida and build a home. What is the most embarrassing thing youve ever done? You don't want to know!!! Trust me! Hobbies and Talents : Love to make jewelry and take care of animals with my daughter. Working at the Flea Market and meeting many new people. List achievements and any future educational plans : Graduate of High School Vocational school for Nursing education.

Journal

Are you my friend?

Posted on Sun 10 Oct, 06:26 pm

Who are you? Are you my friend?? Should I get close to you? or should I keep you at distance? for I have been known to fail ...Who are you ? Are you my friend?? Do I dare let you into my world? Do you really want to know me? Or will you just walk away? Who are you? Are you my friendtr?? Can I call you by your name? Can I truly be honest with you?Please Tell me, for I need and want you as my friend.

This is a poem I wrote last month. Have been going through major depression and just trying to write out my feelings. >>>

Requests History

Getting back on Track~

Disabled

January 11, 2011

Getting back on Track~

Description:

Category: ,

Why? The potential long term impact..

Progress:

$ (1%)

Still needed: $4455

Supporting Documentation:

Request was active: 204 days

Request created: January 11th, 2011 | Request views: N/A | Request modified 1 time(s) | Last modified: January 11th, 2011

Loss of Housing

Disabled

January 25, 2010

Cause Fundraiser

Loss of Housing

Description: What I am trying to do is pay off one mortgage ( have two ) If the first mortgage can be paid off we can for the first time since before my daughter was born have the chance to have health insurance and protect the future. Every check goes to the regular monthly bills. We are only left with a few dollars each week to pay for food and clothing~

My progress:

This is a long term need assistance request .

My message:

Supporting Documentation: MJ has the following documentation

Progress:

$ (2%)

Still needed: $4884


Request was active: 388 days

Request created: Jan 25th, 2010 \| Request views: N/A \| Request modified 3 time(s) \| Last modified: May 20th, 2010

In great need of a new, used Van. Mine has almost 300.000 miles and falling apart.

Disabled

April 22, 2008

In great need of a new, used Van. Mine has almost 300.000 miles and falling apart.

Description: I have a van that has almost 300,000 miles on it and I have been trying to work with it now for over a year but, there is always something wrong with it. I have just came out of a hard time of trying to save my home from being auctioned off and then every creditor that could possible want money starting sending letters. I have a certified Paralegal helping get a budget but, it is taking all the money to get the creditors to leave me alone. I am in no way asking for a new van. Just a good used one that I don't have to have fixed every little bit. I still owe a mechanic from last year of the work he did on it. I am requesting $4,000 but, will accept any amount and work with it. If there is any way of help it would be so greatly appreciated. I would not be here but, I have no where else to go for assistance on this sort of help.

Category: Human Services, Financial Assistance

Why? The potential long term impact..

I live in the country and have no way of transportation once my van totally gives up on me. I have a 10 year old that I have to get to doctor appointments and many other places.

Progress:

$ (19%)

Still needed: $3249.53

Supporting Documentation:

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Van miles.jpg

Request was active: 453 days

Request created: April 22nd, 2008 | Request views: N/A | Request modified 37 time(s) | Last modified: September 12th, 2008

Loss of Housing

Disabled

June 7, 2009

Personal Fundraiser

Loss of Housing

Other

Description: I have received a letter that Microgiving has a copy of showing that my home will be put up for Sheriff Auction on August 19, 2009. We have two mortgages and the first one is just fine and on time with the payments. We have had so many things hit us from all directions that we have struggled to keep up with the second Mortgage. In fact there is only a couple of years left to pay the 1st Mortgage off. It is in no way an expensive home. It is a small ranch home with small rooms but it is our home and we do not want to lose it. We have had our home flooded out with no insurance and never recovered from that. I had ruptured appendix and almost died and had no insurance It has been impossible to get insurance because of the price it is. We are asking for help with $8,000. That is not enough to save our home but, we are trying to pick up as many jobs as we can and going in all directions. I am doing all I can to help come up with money also. I am trying to pick up all the jobs I can to help keep things going. I believe in God and I know we will help us through evertythings. Thank you so much for reading and I will pray that God will my send me the hlep that is needed.

My progress: I have a small amount of money already started to help pay so that I can keep my home I thank each of you for taking the time to read this and I pray that our Request will come true.

This is a long term need assistance request for a family of 2 adults & 1 children

My message: When someone says they are losing their home I truly know the fear, frustration and heart ache there is to go with the shock that your home you have had for 22 years is all of a sudden gone, Do I want to lose my home of course not. My daughter ask "Mom if they take our home does that mean they take my things too". Am I lazy and just not paying my bills. No that is not the case at all. I have tried to pick up every single job that I can to help save my home. So many things in the past 22 years have led to this frustrating moment. And I have nothing to go on if we do lose it to start over. Which in so many words what I am trying to say is that I have no where to go to if this auction goes on. I am coming to all of you who read this and ask if you would take the time to pray and wish us well as we go through this ruogh time. Any help wether pray, encouraging words and financial support it will help us in more ways than you can imagine. I want to thank each and everyone of you for taking the time to read my request and hoping that you will be able to help my family in some way. I have lots of faith and trust that God will see us through and know that there are many caring people. If you are reading this and willing to help than God answered my prayer. He will bring those into my path that can help save my home~ If it was my choice I would be on the other end of this request. I dream of the day that I can read the request and have the ability to share to many others when they are hurting. It is never fun to be on the end of being in need. If I could I would fix this myself and go on with a smile but, this is to big for me and hope that you can take the time to help me with this request. Any finances will be directed to saving my home. 100% will be used for my home. If I do not come up with enough money and still lose my home which I will not do till the bitter end all money will help to relocate to a rental. I do thank you and have confindence that God will touch the hearts of those who can help. I have asked God to bring those into my life that will help save my home and He is good and just to help in that way. Have a wonderful week to all of you and God Bless you now and forever~

Supporting Documentation: MJ has the following documentation

Do you qualify for any additional help?: I am checking out every avenue I can to help us save our home. I have not been able to find someone who has any answered yet that I need. I have confindence that God will see us through and send the people needed to help Save our Home.

What local/other agencies have you contacted?: No local agency can help us. We are looking into get a lawyer in hopes that he can help us but, then that will cost so much more It is truly coming down to the idea that we will have to file bankruptcv if we don't have a miracle happen soon~ I truly do not want to file bankruptcy. I know we can do this without going that far with your help~

Did you get denial letters? (if so are they attached to your request?): No I did not. Just a letter saying we have no home in a couple of weeks and have no money to start all over again. All I want is a clean new start and to not worry anymore of who things are going. Microgiving has all supporting documents and a picture of the ranch home. It is only a value of around $60,000. I truly need around $14,000 to help us but, I am putting less in hopes that all the jobs I am doing will help come up with the differences.

What other sources of income do you or your family receive?: House and Pet Sitting ~ House cleaning. Every single job that I can get a hold of. I even have a website telling people different jobs that I can do.I work as a vendor in a Flea Market 3 days out of the week. I am meeting myself coming and going trying to come up with money real soon.

Progress:

$ (0%)

Still needed: $1000000


Request was active: 453 days

Request created: Jun 7th, 2009 \| Request views: N/A \| Request modified 1 time(s) \| Last modified: Jun 7th, 2009

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My Comments

MJ	Nov 11, 2011 01:49:07
I am looking forward to a great result with the need of a van for my family... Miracles happen every day....

jessie

Sep 23, 2011 15:28:03

Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have
within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for
the stars to change the world.
Harriet Tubman

Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every
dream precedes the goal.
Pamela Vaull Starr

The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or
even heard, but must be felt with the heart.
       - Helen Keller

Nothing is impossible to a willing heart.
       - John Heywood, sixteenth-century English poet
I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed,
you can say to this mountain, "Move from here to there" and
it will move. Nothing will be impossible to you.

have a blessed day the carters

jessie

Sep 22, 2011 13:56:29

I'll reach for your hand in the cold of winter,I'll reach for your
hand in the heat of summer. But if my short life can'treach the dawn
of spring, I promise, in heaven, I'll reach you with my wings.have a
blessed day smiles, the carters

The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation, Inc.	May 29, 2011 00:07:38
Thanks for the welcome MJ!

MJ	May 27, 2011 15:16:42
Hello everyone... My daughter has been ill so been off for a while. Hope everyone is doing well

Vicki	Apr 15, 2011 14:09:31
You are always on my mind, in my heart and in my prayers! {{{BIGHUGS}}} Vicki

Vicki	Apr 15, 2011 13:18:54
Hey Girl! How are you?

jnncttn18	Apr 14, 2011 04:56:10
Hello Trying to get my need out there please check it out any little bit helps! http://www.microgiving.com/profile/jnncttn18

Vicki	Mar 31, 2011 21:22:08
Hey MJ! How are you? I miss you! :)

Tyrone S Butler	Mar 28, 2011 16:27:59
Thank you. and god bless you.

Ken/JRT	Mar 25, 2011 20:43:37
Thank you.

Arles	Mar 24, 2011 21:54:46
I almost missed this kind note. Thank you so much! :-)

Vicki	Mar 23, 2011 19:29:56
Please hang in there MJ! I'm here for you! :)

Vicki	Mar 21, 2011 23:37:36
Hi MJ! I miss you!

GENNEVIVE	Mar 20, 2011 22:24:13
WE ARE ONE IN CHRIST JESUS. GIVE HIM PRAISE. BLESS YOU.

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