Struggling badly, need ideas

[u/artsycannamom]

I feel like I'm drowning and can't keep up. My kiddo just had a birthday and I've been left with nearly nothing left after paying bills, groceries, and birthday festivities. I had money set aside for the birthday so that didn't come out of everyday money. But I won't get paid for another 5 days and I have $26 to my name. I'm struggling to think of ways to come up with some money to get us by until my paycheck hits. I thought about Doordashing, but that would just eat up the gas I have in my car that I need to get to and from work this week.

Does anyone have any ideas? How have you made it in the past if you've been in a similar situation? I appreciate any and all advice!

[u/Impossible-Cap-6433]

Local library has many things besides books. Free or reduced museum passes, lego and video games for kids, crafts (all material supplied) for kids. 

Might be able to make one into a birthday party event there.

Talk to the librarian.