I was venting to my ex - who is still a really good friend- about financial troubles. I just needed to get it off my back. Well, he picked up and sent me a check for 200$, after I'd already told him not to. He's in iraq for the next few years, so he said that I need it more then he does. I really don't want to accept money from him- or anyone- but I really do need it pretty badly. What do you think? Should I take it from him?
2007-04-26 05:00:31 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Accept it as a loan & pay him back when you're on your feet again.
2007-04-26 05:04:06 · answer #1 · answered by sadie_oyes 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Accept it as a gift for now. When you are back on your feet financially, repay him. Make sure you send him a thank you. Start saving quarters and when you have $200 worth, cash them in and pay him back.
2007-04-26 12:08:47 · answer #2 · answered by Curly 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sure, that's what I would do, but make sure you repay him.
A true freind is there when the relationship is over. I think he's a wonderful man for even wanting to help (he's an EX).
When you pay him back, add a little cake!
2007-04-26 12:10:16 · answer #3 · answered by WICCA 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Your ex is in a dangerous situation, he's fighting a war and trying to save a life. His morale is probably low and hearing your plight he saw that he could help you. His morale is lifted and your money troubles are eased. Take the money, take care of your troubles and be thankful that someone in those circumstances cared enough to help. I am certain he's not twisting his mustache and saying "I've got you now!"
2007-04-26 14:03:10 · answer #4 · answered by terrorfex01 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
He sent it out of love, unasked. Just say thank you and be a good friend in return -- that's probably all he would ask for. If you want to really say thanks, set aside some of the money and send him a care package. I hope he returns safely. Then you can thank him in person. Hopefully you will have worked out your financial troubles and you can take him out for a welcome home dinner.
2007-04-26 12:50:17 · answer #5 · answered by L J 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Make a copy of the check first then file the copy under debt to repay.
2007-04-26 12:07:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
. There are good decent people around.
When in times of trouble you can count on your friends and be grateful. Now it would be great to send your ex. a thank you card . Please pay him back when you can.
2007-04-30 09:22:22 · answer #7 · answered by thumba 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Accept and then make sure you pay him back as soon as you can. There is no shame in friends helping friends . As long as you pay him back as soon as you are on stable ground .
2007-04-26 12:04:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you are in need of the money and he sent you a check then accept it and be grateful.
2007-04-26 12:03:49 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 5⤊ 1⤋
There is nothing wrong in accepting his generous gift. Write a letter thanking him for his generousity. Repay him as soon as you can.
2007-04-26 12:34:08 · answer #10 · answered by Carol D 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think if it will help you you should take it. Since you two are on good terms, hopefully you'll be able to pay him back in the future.
2007-04-26 12:11:33 · answer #11 · answered by Sara D 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋