With tears in my eyes,  I hate doing this, but I have to do what I can to keep my family safe.  I have been out of work since June 19th when I had a cardiac event that almost killed me.  I was diagnosed with Dilated Cardiomyopathy (severe heart failure), Left Brundle Branch Block, Accelerated Hypertension, Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Chronic Chest pain.  Throw in General Anxiety and OCD issues, and you can see I am not in good health.  I was approved for the Family Medical Leave Act but it was unpaid.  3 months.  No income.  I sought help through the state and I qualify for approximately $750 in cash assistance.  Our rent is $1400/month.  I have exhausted all savings, all credit and all personal financial assistance given to us to get us as far as we have gotten.

 Through aggressive medical treatment and rehab, I have been given the green light to go back to work.  This is great news but comes too late for us to make rent and basic bills- electricity, water, gas etc.  We cannot move as the cost of moving is greater than 3 months of rent here.

 As much as I am looking forward to going back to work and getting us back on our feet, I have to admit I am a broken man not being able to support my family until that happens.  I am selling what few things I have.  I don't have expenditures or luxuries outside my family.  

I have helped so many people in the past that I hope it will bring me enough good karma when I need it the most.  I humbly ask for your help in helping us get to the point of being self sufficient again.  I do not know what else to do.  Thank you if you have read this far.  We accept prayers also.  Every little bit helps.  

Michael