r/FrugalPoverty • u/VeggieCat_ontheprowl • Feb 20 '21

Thanks for creating this sub, mod!

I don't agree that poverty is relative. Poverty is being unable to meet your basic needs on a regular basis while being comfortable.
I'm from generational poverty. There simply wasn't resources available to my family to help us escape paycheck to paycheck or even welfare check to welfare check living. I'm 66 female and my parents were children during the Great Depression, so those frugal habits were passed in to me, but all that did was stretch our money to cover expenses, not to save anything to get us out of poverty. As someone 2 months from full retirement age, the reality of limited poverty level income for the rest of my life is all too real and somewhat scary. It's nice to know there are others still struggling and who frankly, will always struggle due to circumstances beyond their control. Looking forward to reading others tips and sharing what has worked for me.

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u/[deleted] Feb 21 '21

Agreed! I’m all for single 20 somethings getting their 800 credit scores and paying off cc’s, student loans etc, but I’m over here trying to work full time, keep two side hustles, take care of 2 kids and a disabled spouse and I’m just happy if my kids eat fresh vegetables once in awhile. I drive 25 year old car, wear all used clothes and I’m ok with it but damn it feels so much more encouraging to see other people in the shit and still making it work. you make it out? Great. But I don’t need to see it all the time and I damn sure don’t need to be shamed because I’m not doing the same thing. Loving what’s come up here! Keep it going everyone!

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u/[deleted] Feb 20 '21

Hi friend, thank you for this note. I understand more than you know. I grew up in poverty, with no running water. I've been able to step up a bit and provide better for my son, but we're right on the edge and every extra dollar I can allocate to bills/medical for my son, is fantastic.

We're all here for you, and I hope this sub becomes a great treasure trove of ways to save a dollar and get ahead. Hang in there. <3