26nikita Posted July 17, 2011 Report Share Posted July 17, 2011 My sister won't let me tell anyone so I am telling you all since none of you know my sister. I have been having a pretty bad year financially. Christmas I fell and broke my arm and wrist. Splintered it pretty badly and had to have surgery to put my hand back in place. Because I had it happen a week before the new year, my out-of-pocket limit started all over again when I had to go back for follow up visits. Let's just say this doubled what I would have paid if it all happened in the same calendar year. I am still paying on it. Over the last 6 months, my washer, dryer, stove and air conditioner have all broken down as well. The only thing I have managed to get fixed is the air conditioner and that's only temporary. To top off all that, I have been struggling emotionally with Dakota and his health issues. I've been crying on my sisters shoulder when Dakota has had a bad day and I guess my sister felt so bad for me that her and her husband went out and bought me a brand new washer and dryer! I was speechless! I told her I would pay her back as soon as I got some money saved and she told me no, that it was gift and I was to accept it and be happy. Well...and to not tell anyone. I don't know how, but I will pay this forward in the near future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo & Oisin Posted July 17, 2011 Report Share Posted July 17, 2011 What a wonderful and kind sister you have! Your so very lucky to have her, but I'm certain you already knew that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26nikita Posted July 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2011 I do know that, but I was still shocked that they did it. That's not a cheap purchase! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Indigo & Oisin Posted July 17, 2011 Report Share Posted July 17, 2011 not at all. Nice to have somebody like that you can rely on in life and know that they love you enough to do something like that for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
<3Jess<3 Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 Aww how kind of her...You're lucky to have such a loving sister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules dief taz tor Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 hope your on the mend now xxxxxxx and you are lucky to have such a great sister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luna's Mum Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 wow, you've got a diamond sister!! I hope things start to turn around for you, positive mental attitude and lots of support from everyone here :smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 It's great when families support each other. Get her a Husky puppy for Xmas. To say thank you. I'm sure she has a perfect house that's just asking to be destroyed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormchaser09 Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 I think you should focus on yourself and when your sister sees you back on top of your own finances and life in general then that will be reward enough for her. They wouldn't have bought it for you if they didn't want to. You may be able to repay them in other ways in the future without worrying just now about how to repay the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26nikita Posted July 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 @Andy, she does have the perfect house for a husky pup to destroy but I'm afraid she would have a heart attack if I did that. She is very OCD with cleaning and she would not handle it well. She purposely got a dog that dosn't shed, who unforutanetly does not like other dogs. @stormchaser09 I agree with you, it's just hard to not feel like I need to do something back. But I do know I will have my opportunity someday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormchaser09 Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 Ihope it'sjust the start of more good fortune coming your way after such an awful start to the year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austinville Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 What a wonderful gesture! Family can be a wonderful thing.......mine, on the other hand has been disfunctional since my parents passed away. Count you lucky stars and your opportunity to pay it forward will come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BingBlaze n Skyla Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 wow how nice is ur sis big hugs for her hope ur ok soon too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadow01 Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 Ahhh what a wonderful sister you have I am sure this is a sign of things looking up for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val (Zebedee) Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 what a big heart she has (sounds like it runs in the family) - you are lucky to have family around you to look out for you, I'm sure you are fully aware of that. All too often we hear of family feuds, so it's lovely to hear nice stories. I'm sure you will get your chance to thank your sister, maybe not in the monetary sense, but something will come up to repay her kindness, xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cathy Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 What goes around comes around -- I know you on this forum only as the person who VOLUNTEERED to drive a leg to transport Chukchi. Seems to me you, too, have tremendous generosity, making you truly deserving of this little leg-up from your sister in your time of need. I have no doubt that you'll pay it forward when you are able, if you haven't done so already. Here's to looking forward to a brighter rest of the year for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marley & Lumikkis Mummy Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 awww what a lovely sister you have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26nikita Posted July 18, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 Thank you everyone! You are all so nice! I do have a wonderful family. Don't get me wrong, we do have our issues, but we also have each others back as well. Despite all the bad things that have happened this year, I am still very blessed! I have a good job, great family and it's not like I can't afford to replace these items, it's just going to take me a year or two. Well, now only a year thanks to my sis! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tan J P Posted July 19, 2011 Report Share Posted July 19, 2011 its refreshing to hear that family values are still alive and kicking. your sister and her hubby have done what they wanted to do....because they can:) and they know had the boot been on the other foot you probably wouldn't hesitate. accept the gifts graciously and smile knowing you are loved:D ''shouldn't look a gift horse in the mouth'' a very old saying!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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