Re: Digest Number 2382

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Dear :

Sometimes game stores or record stores will buy your

previously used games and cds, that can put some money

in your pocket.

Also, you can sell blood at the Red Cross, I'd would

give them a call. Also, turning in cans and bottles

can bring some spare change.

Go to a Food Bank at a church or neighborhood outlet.

They should at least give you some food. Also, if

there is an Aldi's around--they have really cheap

food. Otherwise, dried beans and rice are really the

cheapest and probably alot healthier and filling than

ramen noodles. I once lived on half a box of

mac&cheese a day with my roomate, we were so broke.

Another idea is to get part-time work at a restaurant

bussing tables at night--you at least can get free

food. Conversely, you might be able to get something

part-time at your college's dining hall--I worked at

mine and ate dinner there even though I wasn't on

plan.

See if your Mom could even just send you 10 bucks.

Regarding the bus pass problem--do you have a bike so

maybe you can ride that to school? Or you can walk if

it isn't too far. The semester should be ended--maybe

you can try to sell your textbooks back to the

bookstore.

It sounds like you have some income/budget problems.

You need to go through it with a fine tooth comb. If

you email it to me or post it, I could give you some

suggestions. You might need to get another roommate.

Do you receive student loans? If so, you could see if

you can buy a meal pass.

Ultimately, there are times we are really at the

bottom of the barrel and need food -- there are

agencies like the Salvation Army and Rescue Mission.

So you get a meal there for a week, then volunteer

your time when you are able.

Also, look up the SHARE program. They provide about

$15 worth of food for a little volunteer time and

there is no income test.

http://www.stretcher.com/stories/971201a.cfm

http://www.sharefoodprogram.org/

Almost every state has this program--I don't know what

state you live in but I would check it out.

This site is fantastic and a great resource:

http://www.bettertimesinfo.org/2004index.htm

I hope this helps.

Kathy in Syracuse