Babcia Fundraiser!
My poor grandmother got scammed on Friday, January 14 for almost all of her savings by one of those horrible scammers via the phone in Poland. They told her the police was coming unless she went right away to deposit funds that she supposedly owed the government. While under direct supervision from one of her care aids/helpers; these scammers manipulated and scared both of them enough to send a moneygram transfer in a large sum to the UK.
It’s a classic scam that’s been going around for years, so I find it disturbing and disappointing that the people who are supposed to care for her would take her to do something like this let alone communicate with said scammers and follow their directions without going directly to the police station or calling for help at the time they were being harassed. None of it makes sense unless this was a planned attack on my little granny. I’ve been pouring over details, calling, making reports, and new arrangements for her care since Saturday. My headache is finally gone, but my heart aches.
Despite my fury, I will not resort to pouring more bad vibes into this situation but as usual, will go forth with positivity, love and compassion for my poor little Babcia who is so distraught and sad. Betrayal from strangers or close people in our lives is a hard thing to face. Anyone at her age should never have to face this kind of stress. Please check on your elders as much as possible and be aware that these scams are still happening every day.
Babcia is 87, survived the Nazi’s taking her home when she was 6, watched her aunt get shot and killed by those same soldiers, had her only daughter pass of cancer and was married unhappily for many years as she had no will to leave and convinced herself staying was her only option. She’s never really travelled, never seen a tropical place, never buys herself anything nice, and always saves every single penny, often depriving herself of good organic food, any outings, and even things she really needs. She just wants some peace and a few little luxuries for her golden years. Is it too much to ask?
All I can think about is how upset at myself I am for not being in a position to get her better care sooner and better security in all areas so she wouldn’t have been vulnerable like this. There is no one there close enough to care for her 24/7 so I’ve been going to Poland and helping every chance I get; but alas, nothing is foolproof even with all good intentions.
My business mentors say things like “being successful is being able to take care of your family and give those you love the best quality of life.” Life circumstances for my Babcia, my mom and my family have been extremely hard, but it’s really not an excuse and I’m determined to turn this particular situation around as well as strive even higher so that I can continue to add value, security and resources to my family, close friends, partners and investors this year.
The thieves made off with 70% of my grandmother’s savings and she is devastated.
Despite our distance and growing up in Canada, I have tried to be as supportive and helpful as I can but I need your help now more than ever to help turn this around for Babcia. She has been an inspiration for my book, a source of constant reminder of my mom, and someone I really cherish deeply.
For the rest of January, I’m going to offer several items to fundraise at least some of these funds back for Babcia. Please spread the word about this fundraiser and also make your elders aware of these scams and scrutinize every single person in your circle who comes to work for you or your family.
I will continue to believe in the good hearts of people out there and will pray for the lost souls that run these scams for a living. It must be hard for them to sleep at night knowing they what they
will face in the afterlife.
“Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.”
Peter 3:9
Let’s surprise Babcia with a blessing. Can you help?
Please consider helping me cheer her up by taking advantage of the specials or donating what you can to help her out.
I’m sure we can turn this around for her while offering you all some great specials on everything from ebooks, eclasses to kids camps and painting parties!
"Magic is everywhere, we just have to believe."
Thank you everyone for sharing, donating and ordering the specials. I appreciate you all and hope that you’ll reach out to me in the future if you need help too.
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