Please advise - it's all gone SO wrong

edmund_blackadder

You may want to edit the letter a bit to make sure absolutely no threat can be taken from it (and of course include the "Without Prejudice" bit) - but it could certainly be worth sending on the offchance that the wife doesn't know.

Cyril

Wouldn't it be a great story for the media if everyone on here went to Lisa's cottage and did it up, i'm sure everyone in some small way could contribute something. The power of the internet.

Good luck hun, i've never heard such a shocking story.

never-in-doubt

Cyril wrote: »

Wouldn't it be a great story for the media if everyone on here went to Lisa's cottage and did it up, i'm sure everyone in some small way could contribute something. The power of the internet.

Good luck hun, i've never heard such a shocking story.

In the past (on other sites) we'd have started sending donations already but unfortunately this is banned here on MSE However I am sure we're allowed to all chip in and go help out round the house, just do it via PM or we set a facebook page up to support Lisa.....

In fact, that's a good idea- why don't we set-up a facebook appeal for people to chip in (tradesmen) and come help to do it up for free, the publicity will be a godsend to smaller workers that need the marketing boost.....

Anyone on the forum works in PR/Marketing? Get in touch so we can sort this out.... :D Anyone got other idea's - let's hear them and (collectively) help this poor woman out :T We could be called the MSE Brigade lol (joke)

mrs:optimist_2

I'm afraid all I can offer that might be of help is Graphic Design which Lisa does herself already! It's a great idea though

blue_monkey_2

I've only read the first post but please read this: http://forum.snagging.org/snagging-general/1336-bbc1s-cowboy-trap-back-you-victim-bad-builders.html

Give them a call and maybe you'll get some help finishing your house. Good luck.

BILLIE

Hi everyone - I am a bit worried that Lisa hasn't been on today - her last post was 10.12 last night and she was too tired to reply. Has anyone heard from her on another thread? I would willing offer practical help as would OH who is out of work, that is why I have asked what part of the country she is in, but haven't heard back. Come on Lisa where are you?!?!?!?!?

Happytogetdebtfree

i havent seen her on other threads, how nice you can offer practical help mine is limited to medical im no good with anything diy :O x

Everhopeful09

Just read this whole post and am absolutely disgusted at how another human could do this to you. You've got the love and support of everyone on here plus offers of help, it just shows the true strength of human kindness!

Please post so everyone knows that you are ok, you have a whole family on here looking out for you!

If I live anywhere near you would happily give you a couple free Reflexology sessions.

Take care, keep your chin up and keep posting.

Sending lots of hugs to you.

EH xx

lisawaters

Hi everyone

I'm OK. I've been clearing a path for my kids who are staying the weekend. Gives it a point. Luckily the plumber told me why my boiler's not working over the phone, otherwise that would have put the kibosh on that too.

The next bit's hard to explain... I've seen the fabulous comments and the suggestions for helping me directly such as a Facebook page. Me! . I'm so grateful. But I'd rather wait and see if I can get the legalities sorted. I've had a couple of people asking me where I live because they want to help. The thing is, I feel I'm not ready to have people running around and doing things for me and all that! It's enough that I have found so much support on here. Do you think I'm awfully mean or unfriendly? Can you understand where I'm at? I am painfully shy really and can't stand causing a fuss.

I've spoken to two newspapers so far. I'll go public on this issue if the press says it all right legally, and it might not be as they weren't in court when he made some comments. It might escalate. Or perhaps nothing will happen. I can handle that because the press will be working FOR me in a way. I am scared of the builder's reaction. I'm alone most of the time and I don't want him coming here being unpleasant. He probably wouldn't. My house, crap though it is, is my sanctuary. It took me a long time to find somewhere I feel happy. There are quite a few things in my life that are difficult to deal with which I haven't mentioned and I tend to keep the different lives separate. I know this makes me sound batty but please go with it. Moral support is my primary need, and legal advice and ideas. Give me some time to work out my thought please. x

Tomorrow's another day. I'm embarrassed about telling my sons when I see them this weekend that all the good news we had has been wiped out since it became evident that it's not automatically going to end soon. I can't stand the thought of it going on for years. I feel I have to try everything and hope that something unblocks the drain of my life really soon!

savingmummy

lisawaters wrote: »

The next bit's hard to explain... I've seen the fabulous comments and the suggestions for helping me directly such as a Facebook page. Me! . I'm so grateful. But I'd rather wait and see if I can get the legalities sorted. I've had a couple of people asking me where I live because they want to help. The thing is, I feel I'm not ready to have people running around and doing things for me and all that! It's enough that I have found so much support on here. Do you think I'm awfully mean or unfriendly? Can you understand where I'm at? I am painfully shy really and can't stand causing a fuss.

I've spoken to two newspapers so far. I'll go public on this issue if the press says it all right legally, and it might not be as they weren't in court when he made some comments. It might escalate. Or perhaps nothing will happen. I can handle that because the press will be working FOR me in a way. I am scared of the builder's reaction. I'm alone most of the time and I don't want him coming here being unpleasant. He probably wouldn't. My house, crap though it is, is my sanctuary. It took me a long time to find somewhere I feel happy. There are quite a few things in my life that are difficult to deal with which I haven't mentioned and I tend to keep the different lives separate. I know this makes me sound batty but please go with it. Moral support is my primary need, and legal advice and ideas. Give me some time to work out my thought please. x
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I totally understand what your saying.
BUT i really do think a support page on FB and even possible volunteers would help IF it went to the press!!
Maybe if the papers are interested we could start a support page? `save lisas palace?`
So many companys do a job and throw stuff away/fly tip - that you could use!

If the `builder` was to see the storm his kicked up he may even pay out, or at least respond in some way!

Anyway i for one am respecting your wishes and i won`t be pm`ing you, i`ll remain here waiting for you if and when you need a chat x

Whatever happens we are all here for you, and we will all respect your wishes regarding trying to help you.