» Luck, Be My Lady Tonight

Mar 13 2008

Luck, Be My Lady Tonight

Published by Ree at 11:28 pm under Real Life, Things that Suck

Y’all know that I’m one lucky lady, right? Not in the Super Lotto way. Not in the “Take me to Vegas baby and I’ll make you a millionaire” way. Not even in the “Whew, I just missed tripping over that crack in the sidewalk.” way.

But I’m lucky because I have a wonderful, healthy family, great friends (you, and you, and you! Ooooooh, and especially you!), a solid roof over my head and some extra money in the bank. I can spend time on the internet or reading or sleeping without worrying where my next meal is coming from.

I don’t need to make trips back and forth from the hospital to see my parent, or my sibling, or oh mah holy hell, my spouse or my child.

And even though my career situations sucks right at this minute, it’s not like I’m out on the street. I have a lot of contacts who would vouch for my employability - in fact, they’ve offered to tell people I’m great (even after this!).

Not all of my friends are so lucky though. And it hurts my heart and soul that really fucking terrible things happen to wonderful people. People who I wished lived on my street, in my hometown, hell…in my state. If for no other reason than a hug works wonders. Sometimes it helps heal the pain a little bit - even when the SuperLotto hasn’t come through or money (or lack thereof) isn’t the cause of the pain.

Bloggers have this wonderful ability to join forces - become a community - lift spirits and create a hug that stretches across the world. Their creativity means that there are ways that every single one of us can help.

Can’t afford to contribute? How about simply passing along the message. Who knows? Maybe The Donald reads your blog and will find a soft spot in his heart. Maybe that lurker is actually a famous surgeon who recognizes that set of symptoms and can put a mom’s fears to rest.

Maybe this reader who knows that person knows another - and a chain is forged that links the one in need with the one who has the means. Whatever those means are.

Maybe, all you can do is send an email or make a comment. And tears of shame become tears of joy - because they’re not alone.

All of that being said, please go check out these posts. It doesn’t cost a thing to link to these pages if you have a blog. And who knows? Maybe someone you don’t even know will change a life.

Lotus HoF’oSho - You know Lotus. She’s SarcasticMom - and one of the funniest ladies I know. She needs your help because of an asshat of a landlord. Bastard.

And then, there’s

Liz at House of h - her story made me cry. And I haven’t been to a baby shower in far too long.

And then there’s Kristabella - my Chicablo-gger drinking buddy. She’s heading out to walk 5 miles for the American Cancer Society. And she asked me to design a button. So, you know I’m pimping her cause. Because maybe dooce will see my button and think “Whoa, I need to have Hotfessional design my next header because she is one.hot.button.maker.”

—- Love from me to you! Signed, The Lucky Hotfessional. —-

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16 Responses to “Luck, Be My Lady Tonight”

# Soniaon 13 Mar 2008 at 11:47 pm

That’s it….I want to be you. Can we do that Freaky Friday thing?

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# Dawnon 14 Mar 2008 at 12:31 am

sweet
Dawn’s last blog post..Lotus: HoF’oSho
# Kelleyon 14 Mar 2008 at 12:40 am

Oh babe, hot, caring and wonderful.

Shit, is there nothing you don’t excel at?

You are a truly amazing chick and I <3 ya.

Will be clickin’ on the links…

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# Lyson 14 Mar 2008 at 1:17 am

Wow - I’m ready to put that landlord through a wall (seriously - how many estimates, damn idjiot is gonna be payin’ some serious legal bills); KristaBella’s got my vote and the virtual baby shower for Liz. Damn Hot!!! Here I was at home I was all prepared to wallow in my drama and pout and moan and bitch and then I read this and realize how trivial my crap I’m dealing with really is. And, after reading all this I’m thinking “Damn - I’m pretty ******** blessed” and my mind starts racing on how to help.

Thank you for posting and I will do whatever I can to help these folks You are absolutely correct - the blogging community is just absolutely fabulous!!

Lys’s last blog post..Cutting Loose The Dead Weight…
# A Whole Lot of Nothingon 14 Mar 2008 at 3:51 am

Thanks for your help!!

(BTW - the link from the banner isn’t working for me. Just thought I’d let you know.)
# GoddessintheGrooveon 14 Mar 2008 at 5:58 am

I was just thinking tonight while doing the gruesome dishes and whiling in my misery: You are so lucky to still have your house, your husband, and two healthy, beautiful kids. It is hard to remember when you are down in the dumps.

I read your post, went to the websites, walked my dog, came back, and read some more. If I were Oprah, I would give them both 100K tomorrow. Sadly, I am manifesting getting on the Oprah show instead, and my meager artist budget won’t allow for any gifts. But I will take those buttons to my blog….

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# GoddessintheGrooveon 14 Mar 2008 at 6:03 am

ok, I will add the buttons to my blog if someone can send them to me a as a Image/URL combo, as I am a complete cyber loser and can’t get them to work???

Please???

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# Solomon Broadon 14 Mar 2008 at 6:42 am

Perhaps I’m just naïve, but I honestly thought that there’s no way a landlord would treat someone that way. Lotus has my sympathy.

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# Melissaon 14 Mar 2008 at 2:16 pm

Wow. Thanks for the happy perspective!

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# Heidion 14 Mar 2008 at 4:01 pm

GREAT post!
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# Sarcastic Momon 14 Mar 2008 at 6:55 pm

Thank you so damn much, Hot. I need to somehow get hold of a private island where all you damn fine friends can live with me for the rest of our lives.

Much MUCH love. <3

Sarcastic Mom’s last blog post..The rest of the story…
# Candyon 14 Mar 2008 at 8:23 pm

Ree rocks da howze. Or something like that.

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# Kristabellaon 15 Mar 2008 at 7:01 pm

Great post! The great thing about blogging is it such a great community of awesome people that I am happy to help out!

Thanks for the plug and the other links!

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# lizon 16 Mar 2008 at 12:23 am

thank you, ree.

the blogging community is really, TRULY, an amazing place…thanks to amazing women like you.

liz’s last blog post..names have been changed to protect to the innocent
# imhelendton 17 Mar 2008 at 8:58 pm

I was wondering where you were going with the ‘missed’ tripping over a crack. Cuz I’ve heard about you. You don’t even need the crack. ;D

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# rachelon 18 Mar 2008 at 12:56 am

Absolutely awesome.
I am so thrilled to see all the people blogging for Lotus.
Giving this a huge thumbs up!

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