Rez asked:


My mom is 62, was married for over 10 years, and has made very little money. She is currently receiving $700/mo alimony. My father has since remarried and has a child with his new wife (she also had a child coming into the marriage). I’ve read about a ‘family maximum’ - does this pertain to my mom’s situation? Hypothetical numbers are encouraged. Let’s say my dad’s SS benefits pay out $2000/mo upon his death.

Daniel
Chelsia May P asked:


Ok so my friend has this guinea pig that she got four years ago and doesnt really like any more. They feed him and change his bedding but thats about it. Hes afraid of being held and his nails baddly need to be clipped. This year she is going off to boarding school and her mother has asked me several times if I would take the guinea pig. Now that she is going off to a defferent state the guinea pig is going to get even less attention. Ive asked my mom if we can take it but all she says is that the guinea pig isnt her problem and that its their pet. I know she likes guinea pigs but shes says she doesnt want another pet. Is there any way I could convince her to let me take him home. Usually when my mom says no I just drop it but I really want to help this guinea pig. Any suggestions?

Sophia