My thoughts are with you Garden Gal. I'm so sorry to hear about that job, hope a different one comes through... Just keep taking care and *try* not to be too hard on yourself. It's a strong thing to ask for help, even though it doesn't feel that way. Just "go along" with your friends "budgeting plan." (I sometimes think to myself about that... what does my dad think I'm gonna spend this on, a new Cartier bracelet? Some fancy shoes? Ugh.) Instead, I've gotten to the point where I'm shopping at the "all for a dollar" store when I have to. Keep your head up, hon, I know things will get better. The important thing to know is that you just deserve to feel better. Be gentle to yourself.

E