FabSwingers.com forum: Different financial circumstances

By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

Very off topic....soz

I find myself at completely different financial levels to my siblings & friends...through no fault of my own. This is the hand I've been dealt & the way my life has panned out.

They are all jetting off, dinners out, new cars etc. I am literally at the opposite end of the scale.

Its difficult not to be 'woe is me' sometimes. In no way do I begrudge any of them for what they have.

Anyone else in a similar position to myself?

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By *he KakapoMan
14 weeks ago

A nice rock

I'm very fortunate (through no fault or talent of my own) to be at the other end of the spectrum.

But I grew up quite poor and I can empathise. I really do feel for people in this situation.

We have a very uneven society and economic system and it is only getting worse.

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By *he KakapoMan
14 weeks ago

A nice rock

* disclaimer I reread my comment and it might come off as if I'm claiming loaded... I'm not.

Just in a position I dont need to worry about the next bill in the door or an engine light coming on in my car throwing me into panic.

Sorry to all the gold diggers 🤣

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By *om TangoMan
14 weeks ago

aughnacloy monaghan area

January 2024 I was sitting on a lot of cash but living in the same house as my ex wife and I was a sad lonely non confident shell of a man. January 2025 I was sitting on very little cash sitting in a rented house and a happy confident man with things to look forward to. What I’m trying to say some people might have a lot of money but don’t fell happy.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

You're fortunate so. Not to have to worry about money for bills etc.

Money is something I stress about on a daily basis. My situation is multi-layered. I hope one day not to have to worry like this 😪

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By *ealitybitesMan
14 weeks ago

Belfast

I've no idea about my siblings but measuring against my friends there is a broad spectrum.

Some have very good jobs with final salary pensions and have no issue paying for 3 foreign holidays each year.

Others are struggling each month to put food on the table and life just seems to be all about the next bill.

I've always managed my income very well despite earning minimum wage but any trip I take has to be planned well in advance and every available penny put aside to cover it.

I'm closer to the bottom than I am to the top as far as earnings go within my circle and the last few months have been ridiculously difficult despite not having a mortgage or any loans.

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By *indenMan
14 weeks ago

Naas which is South West of Dublin

The happiest people in the world don’t have the best of things, they make the best of things…..

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"January 2024 I was sitting on a lot of cash but living in the same house as my ex wife and I was a sad lonely non confident shell of a man. January 2025 I was sitting on very little cash sitting in a rented house and a happy confident man with things to look forward to. What I’m trying to say some people might have a lot of money but don’t fell happy. "

I totally get that & as they say 'money cant buy you happiness or your health'.

I can speak first hand about both of those aspects of life.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"The happiest people in the world don’t have the best of things, they make the best of things….."

I genuinely agree with that statement. But when you are facing being homeless with 2 teenagers, you view things differently.

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

It's a really hard one. Back when I was serving we were always struggling and paying bills and feeding ourselves and our daughter at the time was difficult. My sister was the complete opposite and was making amazing money, travelling all over the world and anything she, her partner or son wanted they could get. We just took different paths. I've never regretted the struggles we went through as it is part of what has made me the person I am. Fast forward, after being seriously injured on deployment I couldn't get cleared to return to the field so started in a different role. We now own our house, no mortgage, we take 2/3 holidays a year, our kids are provided for and have everything they need. We are careful with money based on past experience. I pick and choose the jobs I work, I get to be at home when the kids get home most days unless I have to travel for a job but that might be only for a few days every couple of weeks. Meanwhile my sister lost her job due to illness and her partner was made redundant. She was good to us when when struggled. I have cleared her mortgage and helped her partner with his start up which is doing really well. She has three kids and I didn't want my sis to have to worry about keeping a roof over their heads.

Things come in swings and roundabouts. While things might be hard now, if you enjoy what you do and you help to make a difference it is, in my opinion worth it. It will come good for you. I really feel for you, it's not an easy position to be in. If you ever want to talk, and I mean just talk, feel free to message me.

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By *he KakapoMan
14 weeks ago

A nice rock

I kind of hate the "money doesn't buy happiness" lines.

I feels it belittles the stress and struggle of not having enough.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

Things come in swings and roundabouts. . "

Swings & roundabouts is right. I'm heavily reliant of things going my way in thr coming year or 2. I should be out enjoying my life and giving my kids what they deserve. This has not been the case for a long while now.

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By *hePixieAndTheBearCouple
14 weeks ago

Galway

"I kind of hate the "money doesn't buy happiness" lines.

I feels it belittles the stress and struggle of not having enough."

This. Being lucky enough not to have to stress about it now, I'll say that if it can't buy happiness outright, it sure helps a lot...

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"I kind of hate the "money doesn't buy happiness" lines.

I feels it belittles the stress and struggle of not having enough."

It does and it doesnt. Sure having more money would stop my worry. But would it just present new worries? I dont think it would in my circumstance. I will gladly take my chances 😅

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By *ealitybitesMan
14 weeks ago

Belfast

I probably see more of my kids now than I did when they were growing up and living at home because I was working 7 days a week for months on end to keep a roof over our heads.

Despite being in management roles for 29 years I was paid a wage for 22 of those rather than being salaried and when I left that role in 2013 the average annual wage in NI was close to £30k. I was taking home £14.5k.

I'm earning less now than I was in 2015 and while the hours and conditions are less stressful it's a pain in the hole every month paying bills.

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By *r_Insatiable666Man
14 weeks ago

Cork

Comparison is the thief of joy but I often find that finances are especially difficult. I made some bad decisions and yet I'm okay financially I think. But what is money if you don't know how to use it?

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By *otownkid1967Man
14 weeks ago

Portlaoise

Things come in swings and roundabouts. .

Life can be hard at times. You give your kids a roof over their heads and all the love you can give. Some people don't give anything. As a parent , I tried to give my kids what I could . Money was tight and I made sacrifices for them. Which I would do again.

Maybe at present your kids aren't aware of your situation because of their age or other reasons. I can't offer a solution but I do empathise with you. A lot of others are in same boat. Keep a positive outlook.

Maybe a visit to citizens advice or maybe might help.

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By *ilthyNightsCouple
14 weeks ago

East / North, Cork

Roof, food, family. I've no particular interest in having piles of cash in the bank or driving a flash car.

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By *eturning MGMan
14 weeks ago

mayo galway roscommon sligo....West Of Ireland

I dont mean to sound too cliché but if you have you health and your happy money cant buy that. A roof over your head and good friends is far more important that a fancy car or loads of cash.

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

Comparison is the thief of joy

Don't compare with others, compare with your previous self and you may find that you're delighted with the progress.

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By *ozzlesMan
14 weeks ago

galway

I'm not very materialistic for myself but when it comes to my responsibility as a parent I'm different. I have experienced the absolute despair of poverty when raising kids and being utterly unable to meet their needs, fortunately only for a very limited period after separation. Money matters!! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise

I'm pretty good with money now as a consequence of that experience while not being overly well off. My advice to anyone in that position is to plan a way forward, if you can't see it enlist help to make a plan. It's often obvious to others when you're blind to it.

While we are masters of our own destiny we don't get there without help.

OP, I hope things looks up for you.

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By *asoa04Man
14 weeks ago

Dublin

It's too easy to look at others and want what they have...sure they have holidays and new cars , but they could be paying off loans to fund this lifestyle..will they be paying these off for years to come..you never really know... grass always looks greener..

Look at what you can control and plan on making 1 thing better. When that's done you've accomplished something..then you can make a new list and go again.

Tomorrow is a new day.

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By *lay rock69Man
14 weeks ago

monaghan

I don't have a lot of money have my health try my best to look after herself. Have 2 jobs if I get a few nights out with fab friends I am happy.

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By *ursecretmischiefCouple
14 weeks ago

The West

I wouldn't dig to deep into it. Truth be told, very few people have a lot of money. In many cases it's just they're willingness for debt. From credit cards to PCP on cars, many are living way beyond their means!

I know people that have great jobs, make huge money, but they're leveraged to the hilt, they have very little liquidity. It's only when the tide goes out that you see who has been swimming naked...as '08 showed those of us that remember!

I can't say you should seek happiness and balance etc. Because I'd be a hypocrite who chases money working 60hrs a week!!

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"I dont mean to sound too cliché but if you have you health and your happy money cant buy that. A roof over your head and good friends is far more important that a fancy car or loads of cash. "

I dont have my health nor a roof for myself and my kids. Double disaster 😢

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

I have what I have and I’m happy. We are all a few pay checks away from being homeless. I’m okay and my children are very well looked after. I drive a car that’s 15 years old and I’m not bothered. I met a lady from here who I met for coffee, after coffee she said let’s sit in your car, when she saw it was 15 years old, she said I must be poor and struggling. I said yeah probably and got in the car and drove off. Can’t be arsed with assumptions. I drove a 15 year old car coz I drive 115 kms round trip to work several times a week and I don’t see the point in high mileage on a car that’s new plus as long as I get from A to B, I don’t care. Ive my place paid for, my children live in the family home which is paid for. I go on about twelve mini breaks away every year plus two main trips. My point being, I work hard and I’ve got what I’ve got but it’s been from hard work. Every one is different. I don’t look at my friends or my neighbours coz I can’t be arsed worrying about it. I was married to woman, who I very much loved at one time, who was money mad, cars holidays and everything else. Didn’t want to work but thought coz she was married, it should be handed to her. I do my own thing and I don’t worry about what others have or haven’t. Just my philosophy which is probably wrong anyway.

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By *nickerDropperGlory69Man
14 weeks ago

cavan town

The best bit of advice I ever received-

"Where you are right now is a direct result of decisions you have made. Where you will be in 5/10 years time will be a direct result of decisions you will make. Make the right decisions"

I took this advice to heart. Left my stressful 60hr/week job. Became my own boss, love my job, more time for hobbies. I'm not rolling in cash, but now I am not drowning in bills. I'm happy and that's all that matters

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

"The best bit of advice I ever received-

"Where you are right now is a direct result of decisions you have made. Where you will be in 5/10 years time will be a direct result of decisions you will make. Make the right decisions"

That’s a great piece of advice.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"The best bit of advice I ever received-

"Where you are right now is a direct result of decisions you have made. Where you will be in 5/10 years time will be a direct result of decisions you will make. Make the right decisions"

Brave decision. Glad it has been a positive move for you x

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By *eteRocket3000Man
14 weeks ago

dublin city

I know what you mean, and find myself worrying the same way. Seems no matter how much I work, it's still hard to make ends meet sometimes. A bit of frugality is not too bad though. Boring, but still

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By *4thfloorTV/TS
14 weeks ago

Dublin / Sligo

"Very off topic....soz

I find myself at completely different financial levels to my siblings & friends...through no fault of my own. This is the hand I've been dealt & the way my life has panned out.

They are all jetting off, dinners out, new cars etc. I am literally at the opposite end of the scale.

Its difficult not to be 'woe is me' sometimes. In no way do I begrudge any of them for what they have.

Anyone else in a similar position to myself?

Absolutely. My brother is only a couple of years older than me but got his foot in the door in his trade during a boom. He also got a really good deal on a house which needed exactly the kind of work he was able to do himself. I see his position as mainly being due to sheer luck, he sees it as being nothing but the result of hard graft. The truth is almost certainly somewhere in between lol.

Due to a lot of circumstances outside of my control I haven't got two pennies to rub together but I'm happier than I've ever been. He is very financially secure and seems absolutely miserable.

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By *og-ManMan
14 weeks ago

somewhere

It really does depend on a fluke of what year you were born

I'd imagine most people my age got married early 20's and bought their first house at the same time with 25 year tracker mortgages that are paid off

When we moved to our second home after a few years the first home sold for 3 times what we paid for it...

I didn't earn it but I'm not the only one that did it

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

I haven't a pot but I've many things in my life that no money would buy and for that I'm very grateful every single day.

I hope life gives you the break you so clearly need.

Sending you positive healing vibes ❣️

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By *he KakapoMan
14 weeks ago

A nice rock

"It really does depend on a fluke of what year you were born

I'd imagine most people my age got married early 20's and bought their first house at the same time with 25 year tracker mortgages that are paid off

When we moved to our second home after a few years the first home sold for 3 times what we paid for it...

I didn't earn it but I'm not the only one that did it

Yip I bought my house right at the bottom of the crash. Pure fluke, no market predictions or holding off as prices fell, just literally when I was in the position to buy the market bottomed out.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"I haven't a pot but I've many things in my life that no money would buy and for that I'm very grateful every single day.

I hope life gives you the break you so clearly need.

Sending you positive healing vibes ❣️"

Thank you ❤️

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

Thanks for all the replies ❤️

I'm feeling very sorry for myself so far this week: in pain all the time, huge money worries, dealing with an enormous amount of crap from my ex.

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

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By *eard and BoobsCouple
14 weeks ago

Portstewart

Unfortunately it can happen by just any different choices made by siblings we know how your feeling as we think we seem to always get the short end of the stick lol but we've always said that we're only ever given what we're capable of dealing with and we are far better of in some instances than our siblings and it helps us to ensure our kids are more than equipped for any possible stresses in their future. If you want to chat or just need someone to vent to our pms are open to you op sometimes just sharing a difficulty can help lessen it and our hugs are damn fire too 🤗🤗🤗🤗

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By *ancy38Woman
14 weeks ago

galway

"Thanks for all the replies ❤️

I'm feeling very sorry for myself so far this week: in pain all the time, huge money worries, dealing with an enormous amount of crap from my ex.

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

Would you not retrain in something that'll be fruitful in a few years. I know two people who retrained and are earning 70k sterling and the other 75k euros. Software engineer and cyber security. You can now learn on your own in the house through the Internet.

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By *ork_timMan
14 weeks ago

Mallow Limerick

You gotta count your blessings, sure having loads of money sounds nice, but maybe you have stuff in your life that you can't put a price on :

freedom, health, independance etc...

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"Thanks for all the replies ❤️

I'm feeling very sorry for myself so far this week: in pain all the time, huge money worries, dealing with an enormous amount of crap from my ex.

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

I would love to retrain but I have an incurable cancer which means I cant work. I am technically still employed & cant really take early retirement eithet. I've looked at all my options.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"You gotta count your blessings, sure having loads of money sounds nice, but maybe you have stuff in your life that you can't put a price on :

freedom, health, independance etc..."

This is true. I am free of my controlling ex. And I count my blessings I am.

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By *ikeyhen75Man
14 weeks ago

Mayo

I sympathize with your situation but from experience I can say it can get better.

15 years ago I struggled, lost my business, give 28 days to hand over my house keys and life was dark, but I can definitely say, keep your head up, things change and you can turn your life around, yes 15 years later I’m in my new house , all paid for and feel very confident going into the future, don’t lose hope, it can be the making of us!

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By *ittycouple4funCouple
14 weeks ago

stillorgan

Very well put

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By *orkGuyFunGuyMan
14 weeks ago

Cork

I remember feeling like this and it actually motivated me

Was working with a company for 7 years and had a fairly good idea of what the owner was making

Even though I was very well paid I got fed up, took a risk... took a 30k loan and started my own business, started off with one van and myself 4 years ago

I now have several vans on the road 8 full time staff and 2 part time.... if your sick of your circumstances only you can change it, think about what your good at, and if your good at something never do it for free or even worse do it for a shitty wage helping fill someone else's pocket

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By *rron880Man
14 weeks ago

Mullingar

Don't be worrying about money once ya have your health that's the main thing. I used to worry about money the same way but end of the day ya can't bring it with you and we all go into the same sixe hole in the ground

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

Unless youre really struggling I wouldnt be worrying. Material goods are not always a sign of health and happiness. The more some people have the more they feel pressurised to increase their material wealth. It becomes a rod for their own backs. Rise above it, find pleasure in relationships, reading, art etc. None of it costs money, but you'll be a wealthier person for it

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

You are all not going to believe what I realised today:

I could have been claiming an extra 128euro a week for my 2 kids as part of a SW payment I get. So I have missed out on over 20,000 euro....I kid you not 🤦‍♀️😭😭🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️😭😭😭🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

It cant be backdated either. I am raging 🤬🤬🤬

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By *inkywife1981Couple
14 weeks ago

A town near you

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By *inkywife1981Couple
14 weeks ago

A town near you

"Very off topic....soz

I find myself at completely different financial levels to my siblings & friends...through no fault of my own. This is the hand I've been dealt & the way my life has panned out.

They are all jetting off, dinners out, new cars etc. I am literally at the opposite end of the scale.

Its difficult not to be 'woe is me' sometimes. In no way do I begrudge any of them for what they have.

Anyone else in a similar position to myself?

It's worth remembering many people live beyond their means, financed up to the eyeballs and living off credit cards.

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

"You are all not going to believe what I realised today:

I understand your annoyance, but please start thinking of the glass half full and get in that application pronto!

All the information is out there, up to us to find it... difficult that is though I know.

It cant be backdated either. I am raging 🤬🤬🤬"

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By *ustBoWoman
14 weeks ago

Somewhere in Co. Down

Neither I or my siblings are well off.

I know I get by paycheck to paycheck. I've worked all my adult life and I still have nothing really to show for it.

I don't want flash cars or even big expensive holidays, a holiday once every few years would be nice,my last holiday was when I was 21.

The one thing I would love to have is my own home but I'm renting and have been since I left home at 17.While paying rent it is impossible to save for a mortgage and now well,it's probably too late to be able to get my own place.

But it is what it is and there is no point in getting upset over it when it's just the way it is .

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By *avie tCouple
14 weeks ago

otherside of nowhere

It goes without saying my heart goes out to you no one needs financial worries when your fighting illness....as the saying goes"money can't buy happiness but it can buy the kind of misery you can live with"...but maybe some practical advice might help...if you haven't already go to citizens advice they will tell you any entitlements that you have..engage with any housing body available try them all outlining your circumstances...unless school is a major issue consider moving to a cheaper rent area...irish cancer society will give you all kind of support including advocating on your behalf and in some instances financial help...I know we give out about them but go to your local TD clinic...St Vincent de paul is a great organisation avail of them their there to help not judge....and last look after your mental health goto your GP because you can't fight on all fronts alone...I wish you the very best everyone has a bad day and your entitled to it...

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By *aradeaneWoman
14 weeks ago

gorey

It's very difficult to struggle financially. But I wouldn't spend time comparing myself to others. I've had times when I couldn't afford holidays so we went with our tent and picnic, I try to manage my money very carefully. I have 3 kids and no mortgage but I've worked very hard to be where I am now and will continue to do so. Are your kids at the age where they can start to get a part time job? Are you providing for the kids alone or does their father help. My ex husband pays monthly so that helps to cover school costs etc.

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By *aybeLady OP Woman
14 weeks ago

West Dublin

"It's very difficult to struggle financially. But I wouldn't spend time comparing myself to others. I've had times when I couldn't afford holidays so we went with our tent and picnic, I try to manage my money very carefully. I have 3 kids and no mortgage but I've worked very hard to be where I am now and will continue to do so. Are your kids at the age where they can start to get a part time job? Are you providing for the kids alone or does their father help. My ex husband pays monthly so that helps to cover school costs etc. "

Kids are 15 & 16. 0 interest in getting a summer job and helping me out.

Their dad is a joke: gives me 200e a month for both kids while he is off buying apartments in Spain and earning 6 figures. He doesnt give a toss about his kids, only in having a dig at me.

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By (user no longer on site)
14 weeks ago

Kids are 15 & 16. 0 interest in getting a summer job and helping me out.

Their dad is a joke: gives me 200e a month for both kids while he is off buying apartments in Spain and earning 6 figures. He doesnt give a toss about his kids, only in having a dig at me. "

With the greatest of respects to you, we chatted before and you said you were going to get divorced or were divorced, either way, you can go to court and fill out a form for maintenance. No judge will allow the father of the children to provide €200 a month. I’ve seen people in courts who are on social welfare and the judge is making orders of €100 minimum and more a week. They go on €50 a child a week at the minimum, so I’d be heading to the courthouse Tuesday morning and asking them for some help in filling out the form. That is a slow process but it will be a start to helping out. If he doesn’t turn up, the judge will rule in absence of him and then you can seek a declaration from his wages.

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By *elle111Woman
14 weeks ago

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

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most of us have wobbles I’ve been widowed and gave all inheritance to my son then I remarried lived a great life with a gorgeous home although I worked hard for it and after 13 years we split. I’m now over 50 in a little pickle house paying to raise a teenager whilst dad is living a nice life and contributes an embarrassing amount, I’m mortgaged to the hilt until I’m 65 whilst son has started life mortgage free and I’m struggling more than ever on only my salary but I’m not willing to get into another relationship just to ease that burden, we will all get there eventually. Feck it try to find the joy in every day even if it’s having a bottle of £6 wine on a Saturday night in ur kitchen with ur ironing board out put music on and dance like no one’s watching. Some people sail through and some struggle but the circle continues and u should be proud of getting up every day and getting on. All will come good.

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By *aradeaneWoman
14 weeks ago

gorey

Kids are 15 & 16. 0 interest in getting a summer job and helping me out.

Their dad is a joke: gives me 200e a month for both kids while he is off buying apartments in Spain and earning 6 figures. He doesnt give a toss about his kids, only in having a dig at me. "

I can only recommend that you get a solicitor and go to court for maintenence payments. Maybe I was lucky but my arrangement is significantly more money than you've quoted here. 3 kids, we both earn the same income. I'd say no judge would allow 23 euro a week for a child, no way. I completed an affadavit of means and affidavit of welfare. Its a bit of work but well worth it. Best of luck.

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By *e MasseurMan
14 weeks ago

Many people say that money doesn't bring happiness, but what they don't consider is that no one is happy when the rent and bills are late.

I'm a full time dad (24x7, 365). I decided to quit the job that I loved to become my son's carer as he's autistic and the babysitter wasn't taking proper care of him.

Every time my bank account reaches €1000, something happens and the money is gone, this month it was my car's clutch.

I don't sit down thinking what life I could be having. I look at my son and I'm glad I can have him with me everyday. I'm glad to be with him, this week, when he lost his first tooth or when he scratched his knees running away from me scared of the bumblebee that I tried to make him to pet it, lol. That's my biggest treasure!

I don't care about dinner out, fancy clothes, holidays abroad, etc..

I'm filthy rich of all the happiness that money can't buy!

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By *iresmillyWoman
14 weeks ago

Stillorgan

"Thanks for all the replies ❤️

I'm feeling very sorry for myself so far this week: in pain all the time, huge money worries, dealing with an enormous amount of crap from my ex.

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

I would love to retrain but I have an incurable cancer which means I cant work. I am technically still employed & cant really take early retirement eithet. I've looked at all my options. "

I’m truly sorry to read about your cancer. Whilst my cancer wasn’t incurable 4.5 years ago I found out I had stage 3 cancer, within 2 weeks I found out my ex husband was wasn’t the man I though and I left him, I had just changed job in the same month and I had a 4 year old and a 6 year old. It was a frickin tough time. I kept waiting to be rescued until one day I realised no one was coming and I had to get out of the darkness myself. I can’t tell you there will be a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, but there is lots of help and support out there and I still use it to this day. Ignore your ex, block him for a while if you have to. Talks to MABS for financial advice and the Irish cancer society and see what they can help you with. Best of luck x

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By *irdnBorisMan
14 weeks ago

dorset poole uk

"I dont mean to sound too cliché but if you have you health and your happy money cant buy that. A roof over your head and good friends is far more important that a fancy car or loads of cash.

I dont have my health nor a roof for myself and my kids. Double disaster 😢"
please god your situation changes for the better on both counts a lot are struggling at the moment ive struggled all my life i was ill last year but thankfully im out the good side of it now back working crazy hours but it keeps me going i really hope everything will work out for you and family x

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By *ushin realityCouple
14 weeks ago

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"Thanks for all the replies ❤️

I'm feeling very sorry for myself so far this week: in pain all the time, huge money worries, dealing with an enormous amount of crap from my ex.

Having my wobble today. Back at it tomorrow 🤪😅

Hope you are receiving any government help available, alot of information can be hidden so a visit to Social Welfare or Citizen Rights Office may be able to see if you are entitled to some help. I totally understand your frustration and hope things turn around for you xxx

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By *thloneros38Man
14 weeks ago

athlone/roscommon

"Very off topic....soz

I find myself at completely different financial levels to my siblings & friends...through no fault of my own. This is the hand I've been dealt & the way my life has panned out.

They are all jetting off, dinners out, new cars etc. I am literally at the opposite end of the scale.

Its difficult not to be 'woe is me' sometimes. In no way do I begrudge any of them for what they have.

Anyone else in a similar position to myself?

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just be yourself dont be worrying about what might not happen every day is a new day you might get your answers from here but its time for you stop and think whats around you never mind about whos spending what everything will come right in its own time.

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