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Originally Posted by Blossom
We need a good things/happy thread. I'm just full of happiness today. Money came in today from unexpected source. Rent is paid and food money left over.
It feels as the weight of a brick wall has been lifted from my shoulders. I've been crying happy tears for the past few hours.
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Glad to hear that you had a windfall Blossom, but I keep wondering... isn't there *any* social security where you live?
In the Netherlands, you could end up having to sell your house and moving into a very small apartment. When living on welfare only, you'll probably only be able to afford rent/gas/electricity, some clothing, and food and a bit of convenience stuff if you're very frugal. There are even possibilities to get rid of very large debts, although you'll be living by the skin of your teeth for 3 years.
However, normally, you don't have to be afraid to end up on the streets; if *that* happens, you probably have some very serious issues besides not having a job.
We have people over here who don't have a lot of money and/or needed support from the state. I've been one of them in the past, and could be one of them again if I'm unlucky, but I never had to fear ending up homeless. I can't even imagine it.
I hope your situation gets better soon.