Tag: financial struggles
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The Struggles of Full-Time Workers Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Get Pregnant Fast If you find yourself struggling to make ends meet, know that you are far from alone. A recent survey conducted by CareerBuilder revealed that an astonishing 78% of full-time workers are living paycheck to paycheck. This survey, carried out between May and June 2017, included 2,369 employees from the private sector, showing…
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What’s Going On? Fundraising Has Completely Lost Its Way
Get Pregnant Fast It’s no secret that I have a strong dislike for fundraisers. I really do. Yet, like a committed parent volunteer, I roll up my sleeves every year to help our schools gather the necessary funds for technology, field trips, and library resources. I find myself hawking overpriced candles, pies, and wrapping paper…
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It’s Not Just Politics, It’s Personal: Our Journey with Medicaid
Get Pregnant Fast For months, I’ve carried a heavy burden that I’ve hesitated to share, fearing it might come off as too political. However, it’s not about politics; it’s deeply personal. Today, I’m taking a leap of faith and sharing a part of my life that is intertwined with my journey following a profound loss.…
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The Realities of Living in Poverty
Get Pregnant Fast The term “poor” is incredibly subjective. To someone experiencing homelessness or hunger, a person living in subsidized housing may seem relatively comfortable. However, by the standards of most Americans, my childhood and early adulthood were marked by financial struggles. Following my parents’ tumultuous divorce when I was just nine, I spent a…