“Our biggest challenge is financial, definitely. We don’t owe a lot of money. But we’re just living off Social Security, which is hard. We don’t have food stamps, disability or anything like that. So we’re just barely making it, but we’re used to it. And … Continue readingDespite financial challenges, things always work out
“There are a lot of people in this world who only care about themselves and money. I don’t want to be like those people. I want to make a difference and help change lives. I want to help people who don’t have a chance. Right … Continue reading‘I want to make a difference and help change lives’
“I have what I call blessing bags that we carry in our car. I pass them out to people on the street. I’ve probably handed out a few hundred. Sometimes I give McDonald’s cards or a little money. “There are so many people out there … Continue readingBlessing bags her way of helping those in need
“I’m a crane operator. I kind of go where the work is. I have a list somewhere of all the places I’ve been. I haven’t been in every state, but I’ve been in all different regions of the country. “With all the construction going on, … Continue readingTraveling for work can test your marriage
“We’ve been together for 10 years and get along really well. Ever since we met, it’s like a connection that you can’t break. And that’s important because, trust me, we’ve struggled. We’re struggling right now. “He got laid off from his construction job and his … Continue reading‘We’re determined to get our children back’
“I grew up in the oilfield and was pretty successful, made a lot of money, so I was able to get out when I was 60. Now I’m a day trader. I trade futures. “I needed something to occupy my time, and it’s been a … Continue readingDay trading has become ‘kind of an obsession’
“I’m 55. I live with my mom. I work at Church’s Chicken. Been there for 26 years. A lot of people who come in know me. “I make enough to help pay the bills. I like to help people, too. If someone needs money, I’ll … Continue readingHe helps homeless by giving them ‘what I can’
“A lot of people driving by ask if I’m for sale or the chair. I tell them I’m not worth $500.”
“The majority of items we sell come from buying old storage units at auctions. The secret is to make sure you only bid based on what you can see. Don’t take a lot of chances or get into a bidding war with people. “The most … Continue readingOh, the treasures you can find in storage units
“I think I’m going to be broke by the time I need to retire because I spend my money on my family and don’t save any for myself. Isn’t that sad? But it gives me great pleasure to give them something. “I swear, if I … Continue readingShe loves to spend money — on her family