New Post for Wifey

[The Wifey]

I'd like some input on an email that I am planning to send to my H. Those of you that have followed along with my sitch know that my H signed the house over to me last December and then just walked away. Other than paying for half of a new basement door (and installing it) I have not asked for a dime and have taken care of everything myself - even since I was laid off.

Here is the email:

H,

I just spoke with the Heating Co. about the pre-buy program. You've asked a few times if I needed help with money. Could you help me with pre-buying propane?

Over the past few heating seasons we've used just over 600 gallons of propane. The pre-buy price is $1.699 per gallon right now. If I were able to buy 600 gallons right now the heating season would be just over $1,000. I have $600 of that saved. Could you help me with the other $400?

It would take me a little while, but I could pay you back whatever you give me. I feel bad asking, but I also know that I would have peace of mind with not expecting huge heating bills over the winter. If you are not able to I understand. I will write a check from the home equity line of credit if I have to.

The gentleman from Heating Co. is sending me a contract. So, there is a little while before you have to let me know.

Thank you for thinking this over.

What does everybody think? Is this ok? Have I kept it strictly business and not put pressure on him? I tried to give him an out, show I had a backup plan, in case he says no.

I know he has said more than once he is here if I need help and expressed admiration that I have been doing so well with covering everything.

After this past weekend I'm nervous about it.