I feel awful about posting so late in the season, but our plans have fallen through and we have nowhere else to turn. I know that it’s unlikely that anything will come of this, but what kind of mother would I be, if I didn’t try?
It’s been one heck of a year on our end. Lots of unexpected expenses, lots of struggle and even some loss. I had thought that I had Christmas covered by my sister, but she opted to go on a holiday cruise instead. Don’t get me wrong, I’m super happy for her as she’s never been on a vacation before (neither have I, but that’s not the point), but she had told me months ago that she had my girls covered for Christmas and that just isn’t the case anymore.
My girls are 9, 13 and 16. They’re good kids. Homeschooled. My 16 year old works, but is saving her money for college expenses next year. She’s determined to never have the problems that we’ve had over the years and I applaud her for it.
They haven’t asked for much. They are aware of the situation. But, there’s something in my Mama heart that will break if they don’t at least have a stocking to wake up to on Christmas morning.
It’s never been this dire before. We’ve always ‘managed’. But, I literally have $2 to my name right now. We don’t receive any type of government assistance and every other Christmas assistance program in our state is WAY past closed.
If there is anyone willing to help a tired, overextended Mama out in our time of need, I would be more than grateful. I don’t even have the funds for a Christmas meal. I feel like I’ve failed.
- Listing ID: 17812
- My City: Oklahoma City