light at the end of the tunnel?

[Halloweenqueen]

My heart goes out to you Parkersmom. Please put me on Santa's helper list if you need any assistance with presents.

 

[chicagodisneyfan]

I don't feel my post was snarky but I am sorry if it was perceived that way. I truly don't understand the mantra of not having a lot of money (like two months of bills could wipe out their savings as the OP said before in her other thread) and going to Disney. You can make a ton of memories at home. And it wasn't the only time this family had been to Disney so they would have memories. The OP posted that thread a few months ago and posted all of her information out their for the world to see. I just don't see the mentality of this board of "go to Disney even though you can't really afford it and something might happen" and then see things like this happen.

Like I said before, I am truly sorry for what the OP is going through and I pray her husband recovers and for her child to have a good Christmas.

I agree! And I usually have the softest heart for these situations.

But this financial one - she brought on herself!!

Who chooses to NOT have health insurance when there is a pre-existing health condition? Seriously the OP said they had 7 months of expenses saved in the bank and went on vacation - but the health insurance lapsed?

Karma is biting them back.

 

[Tink-aholic]

I agree! And I usually have the softest heart for these situations.

But this financial one - she brought on herself!!

Who chooses to NOT have health insurance when there is a pre-existing health condition? Seriously the OP said they had 7 months of expenses saved in the bank and went on vacation - but the health insurance lapsed?

Karma is biting them back.

Amazing.

OP, take the good vibes from this thread and ignore the rest. Don't let negative people rent space in your head. I have a feeling this thread will be closed soon.

 

[inkedupmomma]

I don't feel my post was snarky but I am sorry if it was perceived that way. I truly don't understand the mantra of not having a lot of money (like two months of bills could wipe out their savings as the OP said before in her other thread) and going to Disney. You can make a ton of memories at home. And it wasn't the only time this family had been to Disney so they would have memories. The OP posted that thread a few months ago and posted all of her information out their for the world to see. I just don't see the mentality of this board of "go to Disney even though you can't really afford it and something might happen" and then see things like this happen.

Like I said before, I am truly sorry for what the OP is going through and I pray her husband recovers and for her child to have a good Christmas.

I just think it was tacky to put it out there right now. the tone of your message was snarky imo. I do get what you are saying, and I agree, but the OP wasn't looking for an "I told you so" answer. She's just looking for a hug support/advice.

 

[snoopybabe]

Sending thoughts and prayers your way for your family

 

[pixie921]

OP, you and your family, and your BFF's family, will be in my prayers. I hope your dh continues to improve quickly.

 

[ashleyd725@hotmail.c]

I second this thought. I would be happy to help make sure that Santa comes through for your daughter. Just send a PM. Hugs, prayers and best wishes to you, your family and your friend.

I would love to send something as well!
PM with address and a few suggestions!

 

[mrsklamc]

OP, I will pray for you...

Regardless of OP's past choices, there is such a thing as not kicking someone when they are down.I find it hard to believe that some would say the same thing to a woman's face in real life when her husband was in the hospital after a heart attack.

 

[wendyinoc]

I was getting ready to post this offer too but I see that you have it covered. If anything comes up that you can't get covered for your DD for her Santa, PLEASE PM me...I would be happy to help!

More importantly, I will be praying for you and your family!

Amy

As a community we can help!! I'm in!! PM me your daughters XMAS list, clothing size and your address. My prayers are with you and your family.

 

[hockeyprincess]

Praying for you all, and your BFF too! What a terrible thing to experience. I hope you get the help you need on the health insurance front. Easy for people to be quick to judge without walking in your shoes.

Please let us know if we can help!

 

[mousebymarriage]

So sorry to hear about what you, your DH and family are going through. I will pray for his speedy recovery.

 

[minnie1928]

As a community we can help!! I'm in!! PM me your daughters XMAS list, clothing size and your address. My prayers are with you and your family.

Please add me to that PM list!

 

[Leajess99]

I am so very sorry you are going through. I would highly recommend going to social services and applying for medicaid. You may or may not qualify but you will not know until you apply. Also, for the time being contact the drug company and see about their medicine program for the uninsured. The thing you may have an issue with with the new insurance is that this is a previous medical condition and not all cover prior medical conditions. My prayers go out for you and your family.

 

[SleepyatDVC]

Praying for a speedy recovery for your DH.

 

[chisnpeke]

I just think it was tacky to put it out there right now. the tone of your message was snarky imo. I do get what you are saying, and I agree, but the OP wasn't looking for an "I told you so" answer. She's just looking for a hug support/advice.

Well, I hope my advice was (to her and everyone else) don't be going on frivolous vacations if you can't be prepared for an emergency financially when you have a pretty serious health condition. I'm 21 years old and have this figured out.

I really really hate to say it but she has no one to blame but herself. This is part of why we are in such a mess in this country.

I really feel for the OP but it could have been helped.

 

[wthchristi]

Just hugs* to the OP and lots of prayers for a speedy recovery.

The disboards occasionally make me roll my eyes at the lack of sensitivity...but tonight the disboard amazed me again with their kindness.

 

[chisnpeke]

OP, I will pray for you...

Regardless of OP's past choices, there is such a thing as not kicking someone when they are down.I find it hard to believe that some would say the same thing to a woman's face in real life when her husband was in the hospital after a heart attack.

I would say it. I would question why in the world they went on vacation when they didn't have health insurance and not a big enough savings to live on if something happened. But I would be telling them to NOT go on vacation in the first place. All of this I would say to their face.

 

[quentina]

FIRST THING MONDAY MORNING, you should contact DH's former employer. He still may be eligible for COBRA. The payments are expensive (though there is a percentage of relief sometimes available through new governmental programs because he was laid off), but they can backdate back to the date of last coverage (was it the end of the month in which he was laid off?). Even paying for full-coverage COBRA is better than paying those kinds of medical bills.

This is extremely time-sensitive, as you only have a certain number of days to apply after employment ends. You may get in just under the wire, depending upon when his coverage terminated.

Good luck.

In PA, we have 90 days that we can backdate. Each state is different, I agree check first thing Monday.

 

[micheleq]

Hugs and prayers to you and your BFF!

 

[wthchristi]

When I was 21 I was a judgemental know it all as well. Then I got married and had children....I learned there is never a right time and if you spend all of your time waiting, in a blink your kids are grown and you missed out. Family and finances is a delicate balance, what is right for one family, may not be for another.

I am sure your intention is good, but sometimes a little love goes a long way.