We knew her phone was going to shut down soon. I can just imagine what she said and did. I can understand you paying D12's portion of the phone bill, but I do think a landline would be best for her at this time. That's just my two cents and she has a computer and iPad at her disposal.
Doesn't D20 realize that you can only stretch money so far, especially when you are the only one bringing in the money to pay things? I don't blame you, things that aren't necessary at this time need to be curbed until you get back on your feet.
As for data, use the computer. I don't know what kind of plan you had, but texting can become very expensive. If your D20 wants a phone, she'll figure out how to get one. Whenever she's stuck, she figures out a way to get what she wants.
I had to chuckle about her paying for the car repair...she's the one driving the jeep these days isn't she? As for her school debt, she didn't cough up the money for it...her grandfather did, so how did she pay for it out of her pocket? As for Thanksgiving dinner, she's got to eat too, doesn't she? It's not that expensive and you are the one paying the rent, electric water and garbage bills, as well as the other things that they need. Sure she's starting to pay something, but it sure doesn't cover as much as your paycheck has too. It's called being account and learning monetary responsibility.
I though it was priceless when she asked if you are budgeting! OMG! She sounds like your mother and not your daughter. I think she needs to learn to be accountable for her own actions and allow you to worry about yours.
Oh, don't worry, she'll contact someone about her current situation. She always does.
I really do hope you have a nice Thanksgiving. May you have a calm and peaceful day.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
