Definitely the day from hades...

Long story short...I'm screwed. Found out most of this today. Investment that I made, failed. No returns, went belly up. Commission check, customers check bounced. Can't find them. Won't get commission now till they pay. Student loans, out of grace period. Got it in the mail today. Not sure what's going to happen or what to do. Wifey doesn't know about this stuff yet.
I'm screwed!
I'm screwed!
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did your wife know about this at all? will this come as a complete surprise>
what kind of investments>? if you dont mind the query.
<< <i>Unfortunately, I'm well above poverty level with our joint income.... >>
see, it could be worse!!
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I know some of you will read this and think, "here he goes again being dramatic." If that's what you're thinking, please don't post. I've already had to take some pills today to relieve myself of the anxiety that I'm feeling.
I've got enough saved in Paypal to cover my ebay expenses for this week. Hopefully we'll find the customer who didn't pay soon. Maybe a miracle will take place. Hopefully I'll sell some cards on the bay. Lessons are being learned. Honestly I've lived a really sheltered life and I'm too trusting. I guess this is what I get for my ignorance.
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<< <i>Well, the only thing I can think of is sell off my collection >>
That is one good thing about the money "we" spend on our collection.... We can always unload it and get some money back...
--it happens. Thanks to Forrest Gump we all know what I am saying. Another thing, things are hard right now, but at least they can't get any worse. Don't forget, the sun will come up tomorrow, baseball cards are still going to be bought and sold, and the x-box will still be jamming out some of the best games out there. Not all, because some of us like Playstations.
Hang in there bro, and we wish you all the best in this hard time.
Don't forget though, it's only money.
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"And I know what I have to do now. I have to keep breathing. Because tomorrow the sun will rise. Who knows what the tide could bring? "
Don't panic. Sit down with your wife and create a financial plan. Now.
Sincerely, all the best.
Tomorrow
Bet your bottom dollar
That tomorrow
There'll be sun!
Just thinkin' about
Tomorrow
Clears away the cobwebs,
And the sorrow
'Til there's none!
When I'm stuck a day
That's gray,
And lonely,
I just stick out my chin
And Grin,
And Say,
Oh!
The sun'll come out
Tomorrow
So ya gotta hang on
'Til tomorrow
Come what may
Tomorrow! Tomorrow!
I love ya Tomorrow!
You're always
A day
A way!
I appreciate all the kind words and the PM's from everyone. Today has been a really tough day. Quite a bit of hits that came my way. Hard decisions to be made. But, I'm still alive and my wife still loves me. I did however learn that I need to take off these rose colored glasses of the world. I can't live my life anymore thinking that everyone is good and nice and that there's no way they would lead me down a wrong path.
Well, I'm tired and I've taken 2 zan-ex's so it's time for bed. I've decided to take the rest of the week off. Since I'm salary at my job, it doesn't matter whether I'm there or not. I'm heading to Kentucky to get some fresh air and see some friends and family. Thanks guys.
<< <i>I was going to have to get a second job now. He asked how that was going to affect me working for him a.k.a. can I still get his crap done. I told him at this point I didn't really care. I let him know that if I leave the company then he's going to be S O L since I've run the office for a while now.
I've decided to take the rest of the week off. Since I'm salary at my job, it doesn't matter whether I'm there or not. I'm heading to Kentucky to get some fresh air and see some friends and family. Thanks guys. >>
First off take a deep breath, it'll be a struggle for a little while but you'll get through it.
If your main job is working for your brother in law, don't give him a reason to send you on your way and don't threaten to quit. No matter how mad you are at him, don't mess with your money until you have a better sure thing job. Then leave him hanging. If you get in a pi$$ing contest with him you will lose. Bad idea.
I don't agree with the selling your collection idea, if you can avoid it. I don't know what your collection is, but right now people are thinking gas prices and christmas, and in our area they're thinking heat bills too. If you can get good money for stuff that isn't your focus then sell it but like Allen said you don't have to have a fire sale.
If you're near a large post office they are ALWAYS looking for Christmas casual help. It doesn't pay great but unless you have a bad criminal record you can just about walk in and get hired this time of year. Stop by the biggest office in your area and ask who you talk to about christmas help. The earlier you ask the better the chance to get hired. They work 24 hours so you can work after your regular job.
First, tell your wife......some of your stress is having to tell her....get it over with and remove that stress. She will know soon anyway.
You might find that real hardship might bring the two of you closer together.
The same thing happened to my dad many years ago...a family member urged my dad to invest everything he had.....lost it all.
He recovered....so will you. The lessons that cost the most are the ones we learn the most from.
Second, money is far from the most important thing in life. Just talk to someone from the depression era. My grandmother used to say, "we didn't know we were poor until someone told us."
All material things are recoverable......you have lost nothing sentimental. You might seek some advice from a financial counselor. A little advice there might help your recovery......someone might give you a free 1/2 hour. The simple fact you had the resources to begin with tells me you will bounce back without a problem.
Third, divert yourself of this worrying right now........to the happy times of thanksgiving.....if you have your health and people who love you.....that's all yo need to be thankfull for. Best wishes.
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I realized this morning that I have been spending more time focused on making money than my family. So, my wife and I are going to go see financial counselling. I'm also going to go get a second job for the time being. Whoever mentioned the post office, thanks. That's the first place I'm going to check. Pride I think is the biggest issue here.
But, now with all that said, I'm leaving and going to stay focused on my family for the weekend. I hope everyone has a fantastic Thanksgiving. I am thankful for everyone's friendship on here. Thanks and blessings.
Chris