ROBIN (still) NEEDS a CAR
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MY STORY
Robin is stuck. Help Robin get unstuck.
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 FOUR 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 it can be straight up miserable.
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!!!
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis nine 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
I’ve been without a car more times in my life than anyone I know. Classic episode of a comedy of errors, or in this case, a tragedy of errors. No DUI’s or anything like that. Circumstances and situations beyond my control, unwise decisions on my part. A wreck that totaled one car, a ticket (52 in a 35 – long story) that cost me my license—which I got reinstated.
I mean, so many weird things—I wouldn’t do this to my characters!! LOL
So, I’m putting it out there again. I set my goal to allow some “wiggle room” and to get insurance and taxes / tags, and whatever else I might need to get myself driving again. I’ve had too many cars with too many problems because they’re too old and I don’t want that again.
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.
Robin is stuck. Help Robin get unstuck.
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 FOUR 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 it can be straight up miserable.
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!!!
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis nine 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
I’ve been without a car more times in my life than anyone I know. Classic episode of a comedy of errors, or in this case, a tragedy of errors. No DUI’s or anything like that. Circumstances and situations beyond my control, unwise decisions on my part. A wreck that totaled one car, a ticket (52 in a 35 – long story) that cost me my license—which I got reinstated.
I mean, so many weird things—I wouldn’t do this to my characters!! LOL
So, I’m putting it out there again. I set my goal to allow some “wiggle room” and to get insurance and taxes / tags, and whatever else I might need to get myself driving again. I’ve had too many cars with too many problems because they’re too old and I don’t want that again.
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
