Robin (really) Needs a Car
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MY STORY
Imagine if you will a simple routine visit to the doctor’s office.
Time to get there: 30 minutes
Time with doctor: 30 minutes (including wait time)
Time to get home: 30 minutes
Now imagine this 1.5 hours has turned into a FIVE HOUR outing. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m very grateful for Medicaid transportation. But logistics is not their strong suit. Add rude drivers (I almost had one stop the vehicle so I could get out!) and loopy routes and it borders on stuff nightmares are made of. At least the drive that day was friendly (even if his driving skairt me a little bit... )
This is just one example (and yes, it’s real, and it’s the most extreme scenario) of the struggle of not having a car. Even an otherwise simple trip to the store becomes an ordeal. And meeting a friend for lunch or coffee? Going to church? Going anywhere??? I mean, think of all the BOOK SIGNINGS I could do!!! #winkwink
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis eight years ago, which placed me on Disability, i.e. limited income. Believe me, I would rather be working than to be weak and chronically fatigued all the time. Meanwhile, I’m making the best use of my time with my writing.
THE PROBLEM
Four years ago I got a ticket that I couldn’t pay; it was cold, the engine was choking so I revved the engine and hit 52 MPH in a 35 zone! Enter blue lights. The ticket was $185 and I didn’t have it. I lost my license and sold the car I had. I got enough (old car) to pay the ticket but not the fines to reinstate my license.
Fast forward to last year when I set up the GoFundMe. I received enough to pay the fines and get my license back. Now I’m putting it out there again so I can get a car. I set my goal high to allow some “wiggle room” and to get insurance and taxes / tags, and whatever else I might need to get myself driving again. I’m not looking at anything older than 2012; I’ve had too many cars with too many problems because they’re too old.
* dream car
HOW YOU CAN HELP
First, of course, is donate. Any amount helps. I am humbled with every dollar than comes in—I gotta tell ya, this is weird for me; asking for help is not easy for me.
Two—share the campaign. Let anyone know about it you think might help. Share on Facebook, Twitter, wherever you hang out online. If you can, share at your work or club meetings or church.
And three—pray. I know Father knows my needs, and I know He provides, sometimes in unusual ways.
FINAL THOUGHTS
One last thing, I thank you for taking the time to look at my campaign. Thank you for caring, thank you for helping.
Imagine if you will a simple routine visit to the doctor’s office.
Time to get there: 30 minutes
Time with doctor: 30 minutes (including wait time)
Time to get home: 30 minutes
Now imagine this 1.5 hours has turned into a FIVE HOUR outing. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m very grateful for Medicaid transportation. But logistics is not their strong suit. Add rude drivers (I almost had one stop the vehicle so I could get out!) and loopy routes and it borders on stuff nightmares are made of. At least the drive that day was friendly (even if his driving skairt me a little bit... )
This is just one example (and yes, it’s real, and it’s the most extreme scenario) of the struggle of not having a car. Even an otherwise simple trip to the store becomes an ordeal. And meeting a friend for lunch or coffee? Going to church? Going anywhere??? I mean, think of all the BOOK SIGNINGS I could do!!! #winkwink
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis eight years ago, which placed me on Disability, i.e. limited income. Believe me, I would rather be working than to be weak and chronically fatigued all the time. Meanwhile, I’m making the best use of my time with my writing.
THE PROBLEM
Four years ago I got a ticket that I couldn’t pay; it was cold, the engine was choking so I revved the engine and hit 52 MPH in a 35 zone! Enter blue lights. The ticket was $185 and I didn’t have it. I lost my license and sold the car I had. I got enough (old car) to pay the ticket but not the fines to reinstate my license.
Fast forward to last year when I set up the GoFundMe. I received enough to pay the fines and get my license back. Now I’m putting it out there again so I can get a car. I set my goal high to allow some “wiggle room” and to get insurance and taxes / tags, and whatever else I might need to get myself driving again. I’m not looking at anything older than 2012; I’ve had too many cars with too many problems because they’re too old.
* dream car
HOW YOU CAN HELP
First, of course, is donate. Any amount helps. I am humbled with every dollar than comes in—I gotta tell ya, this is weird for me; asking for help is not easy for me.
Two—share the campaign. Let anyone know about it you think might help. Share on Facebook, Twitter, wherever you hang out online. If you can, share at your work or club meetings or church.
And three—pray. I know Father knows my needs, and I know He provides, sometimes in unusual ways.
FINAL THOUGHTS
One last thing, I thank you for taking the time to look at my campaign. Thank you for caring, thank you for helping.
Organizer
Robin Elizabeth Mason
Organizer
Greer, SC
