Hi, my name is Diana,I live in Decatur, IL. I am the mother of a 7yr old boy and a 6yr old girl. This has been a hard year for many people. My family has had a rough year also. I have always done my best to provide for my family. Last year I was a manager in a fast food restaurant, not the best income in the world but it paid the bills. I decided to go back to school and try and get a degree so that I could give my kids a better life. Working 50+ hours a week, taking care of the children, and going to school proved to be too much. I went over my finances and figured out that with the help of my financial aid for school I could take a job as a waitress, meaning alot less hours and more time for my kids and school. Shortly after I switched jobs my financial aid fell through, leaving me unable to pay my bills. I lost my home and had to move. Now I am only getting 15 to 20 hours a week at my job. I am about 2 months behind on my rent, I have been giving my landlord as much as I can here and there, but I am terrified that their patients and understanding is going to run out soon, and my children and I will have to live in my car. I have signed up for the salvation army so that my children can atleast get something for Christmas. I would appreciate any ideas or assistance anyone can give me for keeping my home and giving my children a nice Christmas. Thank You, and God Bless
