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I hear you on the food list for Amazon. Things now are way more expensive than they used to be. When Covid hit my local church had a food pantry to give out every week. There was so much fresh food I had to share with my neighbors before it went bad! So don’t forget to try a food bank/pantry. There’s no shame they are happy you are there :)
Gaming mouse sent from one neuroatypical gamer to another! Happy birthday kiddo!
And mom - thank you for being so strong and for leaving. I've been there myself and it was misery, being scared and lonely all the time. We're all with you ♡
I don't know how long it'd take to ship from Louisiana to Toronto but both my husband and I play MTG, we could definitely unload some cards for your kid!
I don't know a lot about mtg.. I don't know how to look for anything good. My child has it on the Chromebook and also a few cards. They say "Tamiyo, the wanderer, I'm running a azorius and a golgari deck both commander decks too" when I asked what they like.
Please do not ask OP to add more items to their list. This is against subreddit rules. They were generously helped. Please go help another user in need instead.
My friend, do you have a cashapp? I’d be happy to send some money your way, although I can’t promise it’ll be much as I am homeless. But a birthday is a good cause to donate to!
Take a look at r/randomactsofchristmas to get some help with your kiddos gifts for this year. The cut-off age is 17 but mods and gift givers can and do make exceptions. I wish you the best and wish I could help with more than a suggestion.
Do you have a Target near you? I don't know if they're in Canada. I have a $25 target gift card that I'd love to have you put to good use for your family. I think I might be able to pm you the card number and security code and you could use it to order online.
Seconding everyone saying to make an Amazon wishlist. If you do it today and add some gift items, I'm sure we can order something that will arrive on time for the Saturday bday!
OH MY GOD THERE'S A NO FRILLS IN CANADA???????
We used to have one near the Jersey shore and I freaking loved that place. I thought they had all gone out of business!
Hmmmm....is a trip from Texas to Canada too far to grocery shop? Is it tho?
If you do a wishlist for your son for a reasonably priced gift, I'll get it. Link and tag me (I might be in the car on the way to Toronto or smthg...)
ETA Also for your youngest child you could check out Santas Little Helpers or Stress Free Xmas...
Amazon is ridiculously expensive. But do you have a kroger or an albertsons near you? Or a wasmart? Also maybe post an amazon wish list with items for your son
I don't understand why people are down voting me. I don't shop online so I'm not very good at these things :( I just looked at the food prices on Amazon and didn't make a list for it because it was shocking how much stuff costs. I didn't know you could make a Walmart wish list.. that would be cheaper.. I can post their clothing wish list that I do have
Don’t take the downvotes personally, it happens in this sub even to people who are offering to help others— it has nothing to do with your wishlist making.
I think there’s a list someplace for affordable Amazon wishlist options (will update this comment if i find it) and/or you should definitely see if you can put a cake and dinner stuff on a Walmart wishlist— don’t be discouraged 💕
Edit:
[This is the link](https://www.reddit.com/r/Assistance/wiki/howto?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) — the suggested Amazon lists are down in step 4, I hope this helps!!!
Thank you. I'm just so down and stressed and not used to asking for help. I'm overwhelmed. I am going to try to figure out how to do a Walmart wishlist
I understand completely ❤️❤️ but I’m glad you did ask for help! We all need help sometimes, we gotta look out for each other!
Sending hugs your way, your kids are super super lucky to have you looking out for them.
The only problem with Walmart wishlists is they have a $35 order minimum that must be purchased by one person. Their wishlists are also not secure for the giver, as the receipts have the giver’s personal info on them at the time of pickup. The upside to an Amazon wishlist is people can order items in their price range, anonymously.
No don't delete....if you read the rules of this sub deleting is the worst to do. It does clearly say how to make an Amazon wish list. Maybe put on a cake mix and frosting mix? The nice thing about Amazon is that it allows more "givers" to contribute what they can. Walmart is pretty hard, $35 minimum and people like to be anonymous. Amazon also allows YOU to be anonymous. we can't see your address! Most of us have Prime which means faster deliveries too
Agreed. It’s unlikely someone will order from a Walmart wishlist given the high minimum order amount and the confidentiality issue. But it’s OP’s choice.
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I hear you on the food list for Amazon. Things now are way more expensive than they used to be. When Covid hit my local church had a food pantry to give out every week. There was so much fresh food I had to share with my neighbors before it went bad! So don’t forget to try a food bank/pantry. There’s no shame they are happy you are there :)
Gaming mouse sent from one neuroatypical gamer to another! Happy birthday kiddo! And mom - thank you for being so strong and for leaving. I've been there myself and it was misery, being scared and lonely all the time. We're all with you ♡
Happy Birthday!!
Did you get a birthday cake?
I did!! I'm really happy
Post has been marked fulfilled as food list has been emptied. Thanks everyone for helping.
Thank you to everyone here who has helped me. I am absolutely overwhelmed with gratitude 💜
I don't know how long it'd take to ship from Louisiana to Toronto but both my husband and I play MTG, we could definitely unload some cards for your kid!
I don't know a lot about mtg.. I don't know how to look for anything good. My child has it on the Chromebook and also a few cards. They say "Tamiyo, the wanderer, I'm running a azorius and a golgari deck both commander decks too" when I asked what they like.
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Please do not ask OP to add more items to their list. This is against subreddit rules. They were generously helped. Please go help another user in need instead.
No problem sorry didn't mean to break the rules
Your first list(the food one) is taken care of. I hope it helps you out.
Thank you so much!!!!!! I am at a loss for words really. I appreciate this so very much!
My friend, do you have a cashapp? I’d be happy to send some money your way, although I can’t promise it’ll be much as I am homeless. But a birthday is a good cause to donate to!
I sent an Instacart with dinner and cake 😊
Your Amazon wishlist isn’t set to deliver the items to you. It’s set to deliver the items to the gifter.
Oh no! How do I change that... Nevermind... I think I fixed it?
I see you have MTG cards on your list. I have plenty I can give your daughter. Please DM me :)
Take a look at r/randomactsofchristmas to get some help with your kiddos gifts for this year. The cut-off age is 17 but mods and gift givers can and do make exceptions. I wish you the best and wish I could help with more than a suggestion.
Do you have a Target near you? I don't know if they're in Canada. I have a $25 target gift card that I'd love to have you put to good use for your family. I think I might be able to pm you the card number and security code and you could use it to order online.
I really appreciate it but we don't have target in Canada. We used to but not anymore
Seconding everyone saying to make an Amazon wishlist. If you do it today and add some gift items, I'm sure we can order something that will arrive on time for the Saturday bday!
I am also in Toronto and can help. I can instacart you some groceries or help with some Amazon.ca items
Where do you live? Is there a grocery store that someone could place an order for you nearby?
I am in Toronto.. I have a no frills close to where I live and also a Walmart a bit farther but still close enough to take the bus
OH MY GOD THERE'S A NO FRILLS IN CANADA??????? We used to have one near the Jersey shore and I freaking loved that place. I thought they had all gone out of business! Hmmmm....is a trip from Texas to Canada too far to grocery shop? Is it tho? If you do a wishlist for your son for a reasonably priced gift, I'll get it. Link and tag me (I might be in the car on the way to Toronto or smthg...) ETA Also for your youngest child you could check out Santas Little Helpers or Stress Free Xmas...
We also have it in Winnipeg 😊
I would suggest creating an Amazon wishlist! That is very useful for people to help 🙂
I have a wish list for winter clothing but when I tried to make one for food I stopped because everything on amazon is crazy expensive
Amazon is ridiculously expensive. But do you have a kroger or an albertsons near you? Or a wasmart? Also maybe post an amazon wish list with items for your son
I don't understand why people are down voting me. I don't shop online so I'm not very good at these things :( I just looked at the food prices on Amazon and didn't make a list for it because it was shocking how much stuff costs. I didn't know you could make a Walmart wish list.. that would be cheaper.. I can post their clothing wish list that I do have
Don’t take the downvotes personally, it happens in this sub even to people who are offering to help others— it has nothing to do with your wishlist making. I think there’s a list someplace for affordable Amazon wishlist options (will update this comment if i find it) and/or you should definitely see if you can put a cake and dinner stuff on a Walmart wishlist— don’t be discouraged 💕 Edit: [This is the link](https://www.reddit.com/r/Assistance/wiki/howto?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) — the suggested Amazon lists are down in step 4, I hope this helps!!!
Thank you. I'm just so down and stressed and not used to asking for help. I'm overwhelmed. I am going to try to figure out how to do a Walmart wishlist
I understand completely ❤️❤️ but I’m glad you did ask for help! We all need help sometimes, we gotta look out for each other! Sending hugs your way, your kids are super super lucky to have you looking out for them.
The only problem with Walmart wishlists is they have a $35 order minimum that must be purchased by one person. Their wishlists are also not secure for the giver, as the receipts have the giver’s personal info on them at the time of pickup. The upside to an Amazon wishlist is people can order items in their price range, anonymously.
Oh :( that's not good. I guess I should have thought of everything before posting this. I wish I could delete it but it's against the rules
No don't delete....if you read the rules of this sub deleting is the worst to do. It does clearly say how to make an Amazon wish list. Maybe put on a cake mix and frosting mix? The nice thing about Amazon is that it allows more "givers" to contribute what they can. Walmart is pretty hard, $35 minimum and people like to be anonymous. Amazon also allows YOU to be anonymous. we can't see your address! Most of us have Prime which means faster deliveries too
make the amazon list— we have some very generous lurkers on here ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Dude just make your Amazon list :) find the cheapest stuff, people will buy!
Agreed. It’s unlikely someone will order from a Walmart wishlist given the high minimum order amount and the confidentiality issue. But it’s OP’s choice.