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Jeff Schreiber's avatar

Shari - Oh my goodness! I too once lost everything I had at a much younger age to a fire in a house I lived in with 2 friends in New Jersey. Very different circumstances and the fact I was much younger meant having

far less to lose. But I learned one thing that has remained true to this day - never underestimate the kindness of strangers. And keep walking forward with the faith that somehow somebody somewhere is looking for someone like you to help. It doesn’t make any sense but it’s in the stars.

My heart goes out to you.

Sincerely

Jeff

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Shari Schreiber MA's avatar

Thank you, Jeff Schreiber. Indeed, I have people in my life right now who are exceedingly helpful, if only to provide a friendly voice, and let me vent!

I am also having to deal with my deceased stepmom’s estate, and all which that entails. It’s like a double stress whammy… but thankfully, I have faith I’ll get thru it. Jesus… I can’t remember a time when obstacles and stress were so consistent, I was on overwhelm.

I bought a tiny bottle of Crown Royal recently (mostly for the minimal size, than anything else). Dug it outta my car’s trunk tonight, and have indulged a bit. I’m not much of a drinker… but alcohol every blue moon is a godsend.

My sense is, a book’s brewing in me about all this… something about how to survive, when literally everything turns to shit. They haven’t eaten me yet, so onward and upward, as the ubiquitous they, say. :~)

I appreciate your kind words. They mean the world to me. Thank you!

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Miriam's avatar

It's funny how things sometimes don't work out. I've been waiting for a delivery of an electronic tablet for 1,5 months. They've managed to screw up delivery 3 times. I ended up asking for a refund and buying another model elsewhere. Maybe god/the universe was trying to tell me something, haha :-).

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Eliza57's avatar

Dear S2, Glad you are still safe and hope your cats have adjusted. Here's the info for my landlord. Www.benleedsproperties.com They cover a good selection of Los Angeles County available apartments. Ranging from studios to 4 bedroom. They are older properties, but I've been here in Hollywood for the past eleven years.

Hope you find something comforting and welcoming. Cats and dogs are welcome with a pet deposit.

Love to you! XOXO

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Glyn Davis's avatar

We gain strength through adversity but also you deserve a little light around the corner . I hope it comes soon for you.

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Shari Schreiber MA's avatar

Thanks, Glyn!!!

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