Posted by Anonymous on 6/26/06 9:17am
Msg #128445

Beautiful!!

It was absolutely amazing how everyone banded together to help Sylvia save her dog and help with her car problems!!! Job well done everyone, especially Brendatx.Now if everyone really want to help Sylvia,and it is clear that everyone has her best interest at heart, lets start teaching her how to reach financial independence,so she may not have to find herself in this type of situation in the future.I understand being self employed is not easy, so when the going is good and money starts coming in again, make sure you stricktly live by a 'wants and needs' list. Try to save as much as possible from every paycheck as you can,for the just in case you need it sometime in the future,for some kind of emergency. Pay off as much debt as you can,except for house and car payments and buy only what you can pay for at that time. Do not rely on maybe I will make some money sometime this week and then pay for it. Since it sounds as if both Sylvia and her husband are working,two incomes would make it easier to achieve financial independence. It just takes sacrifice, but you will benefit in the long run. If you have the urge to splurge,choose a long walk in the woods with your dog, and just enjoy and appreciate nature and it makes you feel so much better. Financial independence should be at least 6months to 1year reserves in the bank.
Again, I understand the unexpected happens,but always be prepared. I know the onslaught will begin and I am not trying to pick on Sylvia,just trying to help.

Reply by Dalia on 6/26/06 9:20am
Msg #128450

Good words! n/m

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/26/06 9:33am
Msg #128459

You're full of it. No one wants your advice. Go away. n/m

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 9:59am
Msg #128468

Don't go away, those were inspiring words. n/m

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/26/06 10:14am
Msg #128474

Dear Anonymous

I truly understand about financial independence! I had been financially independant for many years.
Unfortunately, my colon ruptured in February resulting in emergency surgery, which I was not expected to live through. I had 4 days in intensive care and 2 weeks in a regular hospital room, plus home nursing care when I was allowed home. My work had already slowed down a lot, as I have RA and Sjogrens' syndrome and am no longer able to drive, so I have to rely on my husband to drive me.
Our reserves were soon eaten up.
A long walk with or without the dog anywhere is out of the question for me. For the past year it has been a struggle to just walk to the end of the driveway.

I had no idea Brenda was going to do this. Had she said anything to me before she did it I would have discouraged her, as she is aware of. But she did it, and I am overwhelmed by the responses. Lil Bit will get her surgery, thanks to the generosity of several of the members on here.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 10:33am
Msg #128480

Re: Dear Anonymous

Sylvia, I think many people would agree that you do not owe anybody an explanation concerning your financial situation. There have also been times in my life when I was chugging along just fine (financially) and out of the blue the unexpected happens and sets me back. That is just the way life goes...and thankfully I had the generosity of somebody close to me to help pull me out of the trench so I could get back on my feet! I think it is great that you had so many people willing to help you. Too bad more people don't pass a little kindness forward when they have the chance.

Hope your Lil Bit gets well soon.

* studies show that petting a dog just 10 minutes a day can lower a persons blood pressure

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/26/06 10:40am
Msg #128483

Re: Dear Anonymous -benefits of a dog

"* studies show that petting a dog just 10 minutes a day can lower a persons blood pressure "

That may be true! I used to have terrible migraines for years. After getting my first Yorkie they abated, and I very very rarely get a migraine now. And my blood pressure has always been good. (except for a while where it was low, but I was ill)

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 10:47am
Msg #128489

Re: Dear Anonymous -benefits of a dog

That's great! I'm glad to hear it. I believe it to be true. I have 2 little Shih Tzus and just got a Golden Retriever. I know for a fact that whenever I have a bad day (a really bad day) and I can feel the blood pressure is up...I come home sack out on the couch with the dogs and in no time I start feeling better. Maybe it's because you can just automatically feel the unconditional love! They could care less what kind of of day you had..they are just happy to have you home!

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 10:35am
Msg #128481

Re: Dear Anonymous

I am glad for that am sorry about your recent misfortune. It is remarkable that you have such a superb support network here on NR. I wish you all of the best in the near future. Financial independence may well soon be a thing of the past. "The Coming Economic Collapse" is an interesting, awe inspiring read that will affect all mobile professions as the price of oil per barrel rises. Stephen Leeb is the author, if you have any downtime, worth a quick glance through. If our profession continues to accept discounted fees, we will soon be out of business. Take good care.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 11:01am
Msg #128497

Re: Dear Anonymous-Sylvia

It is quite obvious that my advice does not pertain to you.Sorry to hear about all your health challenges. I do hope you will overcome and resume a healthy life in the near future. Hopefully your husband will be able to sustain both of you financially untill such time.I am positive that you have the support of your family as well. I am glad that you are able to keep in contact with everyone via the internet.

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 10:30am
Msg #128478

Anonym@sshole @ssumes

and makes a complete @ss out of it'self along with being too cowardly to choose a handle.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 11:15am
Msg #128503

Re: Anonym@sshole @ssumes-trash

I never associated myself with trash-then,now or ever.I always regarded "people"who cannot express themselves without using foul language to be trash.That is just the way I was raised!Get out a dictionary and learn a new good word everyday!

Reply by CaliNotary on 6/26/06 11:50am
Msg #128523

Re: Anonym@sshole @ssumes-trash

Fine. My new word of the day is sphincter. And what do you know, it applies to you as well. I think tomorrow's word, anal fissure, will work too.

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 11:56am
Msg #128529

Day 3 Anal Secretion=anonymous n/m

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 12:01pm
Msg #128534

Re: Day 3 Anal Secretion=anonymous

Oh and I don't associate with cowards. I associate with those who have made real contributions to the boards.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 12:16pm
Msg #128542

Dont begrudge Anon69 for reaching out in their own way

I think its really interesting that some chose to pick apart Anon69's statement which I took as a whole to be an uplifting compliment and praise to everyone that came to Sylvia's aid while actually wanting to help her. Could they have done it differently...maybe but oh well. I dont know Sylvia's financial situation. All I know is that this thing with her dog came up and it needed to be taken care of and people responded which is an amazing thing in itself. Sometimes things catch us with our pants down and we need to take action to prevent a greater tragedy. Financial independance means different things to different people. I know what that means for me and I'm sure Sylvia knows what that will mean for her but that should be left up to her to attain that. If she needs help, I'm sure she knows who, where and how to reach out to people for advice. If she doesnt, I'm sure she has the capability to ask someone. I'm sure there are plenty or financial planners, advisors, and accountants here she could reach out to. I prefer Suze Orman myself. Point is, dont begrudge Anon69 for trying to reach out in their own way.

Reply by Jahari Davis on 6/26/06 12:18pm
Msg #128545

Oops, this last post was mine.

I think its really interesting that some chose to pick apart Anon69's statement which I took as a whole to be an uplifting compliment and praise to everyone that came to Sylvia's aid while actually wanting to help her. Could they have done it differently...maybe but oh well. I dont know Sylvia's financial situation. All I know is that this thing with her dog came up and it needed to be taken care of and people responded which is an amazing thing in itself. Sometimes things catch us with our pants down and we need to take action to prevent a greater tragedy. Financial independance means different things to different people. I know what that means for me and I'm sure Sylvia knows what that will mean for her but that should be left up to her to attain that. If she needs help, I'm sure she knows who, where and how to reach out to people for advice. If she doesnt, I'm sure she has the capability to ask someone. I'm sure there are plenty or financial planners, advisors, and accountants here she could reach out to. I prefer Suze Orman myself. Point is, dont begrudge Anon69 for trying to reach out in their own way.

Reply by CaliNotary on 6/26/06 12:19pm
Msg #128546

Re: Oops, this last post was mine.

It wasn't an uplifting compliment, it was a passive aggresive insult hurled directly at Sylvia. Learn to recognize the difference.

Reply by Jahari Davis on 6/26/06 12:31pm
Msg #128556

Re: Oops, this last post was mine.

Cali, do not tell me what to learn and what not to learn in that condecending @$$ tone the reeks from your posts. Trust me bub, I know the difference. If you'd read between the lines you'd see that you (I assumed you helped out) and others that helped were being praised and Anon wanted to help in some way. I personally wouldnt have given the advice they gave in public post but thats me. Geez do you constantly spoil for a fight or something?

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 12:43pm
Msg #128562

It was a personal attack on Sylvia

An attack from someone who had no idea what Sylvia's been through in the last 6 months. In the process any praise was completely flushed down the toilet. You bet we aren't going to stand for anyone who thinks they are going to have a go at Sylvia.

Reply by CaliNotary on 6/26/06 12:44pm
Msg #128563

Re: Oops, this last post was mine.

You know you love me.

Reply by Jahari Davis on 6/26/06 12:47pm
Msg #128564

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Reply by Jahari Davis on 6/26/06 12:51pm
Msg #128566

I promise you I dont love you. I dont hate you either... n/m

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 4:26pm
Msg #128649

Re: Anonym@sshole @ssumes-trash-Stay

How about this?Stay in the closet today.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 4:28pm
Msg #128652

Re: Anonym@sshole @ssumes-trash-Calinotary

Stay in the closet today.

Reply by MichiganAl on 6/26/06 10:42am
Msg #128484

What? Shut up you dumb@$$!

What the hell do you know about Sylvia's situation? Having a stack of unexpected medical bills thrown at you would do a number on anyone's financial independence. The best medical coverage in the world still has holes when it comes to major surgery and life threatening illnesses. What a presumptive load of crap. Now YOU go choose a long walk. And keep walking.

Reply by Janlee_MI on 6/26/06 10:45am
Msg #128487

Annon. Life is to short to judge anyone. Because tomorrow

it might be your turn at illness and medical bills.

Reply by Blueink_CA on 6/26/06 10:49am
Msg #128490

Anon69, your advice is perfect

if we were discussing a college student who just spent their rent money on a tattoo. However your post was totally inappropriate for the situation at hand. Sheesh!

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 10:51am
Msg #128491

Re: Anon69, your advice is perfect

AMEN...AMEN...AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 11:06am
Msg #128500

Re: Beautiful!!Advice

My advice obviously does not pertain to Sylvia's current situation,but if there are some of you who would benefit from it, then I am happy to help.

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 11:39am
Msg #128513

It Most Obviously was

directed to Sylvia's situation.
***Now if everyone really want to help Sylvia,and it is clear that everyone has her best interest at heart, lets start teaching her***
You did it and you refuse to admit it. Since you can't eat a peice of humble pie and apologize to Sylvia; I hope you stepped in dog turds before you stuck your foot in your mouth. And I hope the dog ate a good helping of corn before pooping.

Reply by Becca_FL on 6/26/06 11:41am
Msg #128515

SarahBeth is on FIRE today! ROFLMAO! n/m

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/26/06 11:44am
Msg #128518

Re: SarahBeth is on FIRE today! ROFLMAO! SarahB - you here

yet, gal?

Reply by SarahBeth_CA on 6/26/06 11:54am
Msg #128525

Re: SarahBeth is on FIRE today! ROFLMAO!

Well Becca it seems that we have a couple of anons with their heads so far up their butts that they need a braile keyboard. Yes Brenda I'm here. It looks like it's gonna take a good month to get the house set up with painting, new furniture, fencing, etc. But my gosh the anons have run amuck. Ragging on what a selfless thing you have done by offering your materials at such a discount and letting the minimal profits go to help Sylvia because it's not about her dog it's about her. We love that woman and she has been through the ringer. Screw the stinking crybabies. Oh and the moron going off on Becca. Good golly Becca knows this business and anyone who reads her answers to questions of substance (not dumb butt lazy questions) would find nuggets of gold. I need to redirect my fire to cleaning up because I've got furniture arriving this afternoon. And I must say I FRIGGIN LOVE TEXAS.

Reply by Anonymous on 6/26/06 12:13pm
Msg #128538

Somebody stuck in the anal phase of psycho-social...

development. Getting over that phase moves one on to recognize personal validity and social consciousness. Most people move out of the anal phase by the age of 6.

Reply by CaliNotary on 6/26/06 12:17pm
Msg #128544

Re: Somebody stuck in the anal phase of psycho-social...

Or we're just finding different ways to call you an a$$hole.

Reply by MistarellaFL on 6/26/06 12:34pm
Msg #128558

Personally, I am proud of the majority of this community

I honor Brenda's initiative and the coming together of notaries who understand
what has transpired. These ANON's most likely are newbies with spouses who have regular paychecks and think we are all making tons of $$$ with great bennies.
Welcome to the world of independent contracting.
There by the grace of God could go ANY of us.
Had it been you, you too would have been blessed and grateful.
Hat's off to the majority!