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Georgia Confidential The Trump’s Meow “To possess the ability to express oneself in a way that can enrich the mental perception of others, is truly a remarkable trait that bears great power. Hence, it is via my literary works that I deliver tolerance to those who fear by way of nescience.” -Contessa Rhonda von Sternberg Help me Rhonda Dear Rhonda: Recently I met Donald Trump and asked him if he would make a contribution to a wonderful charity that I help raise monies for. The guy is unbelievably arrogant. I don’t know how his inflated head fits on his body. He’s a disgusting person who couldn’t care less about his fellow man. He’d sooner see you starve in the street rather than throw a quarter to a bum. His new wife is definitely after him for his money. One day, she’s gonna drain that sucker for all he’s worth! It’s obvious, if ‘The Donald’ were going to make a donation for a single penny, he’d want the whole world to know about it. Donald Trump may be rich, but he has no heart. Fuming in Boca Dear Fuming: Donald Trump is no stranger to benevolence. His late parents, Mary MacLeod Trump and Fred Trump were benefactors of many charitable causes. The Donald J. Trump Foundation’s 2002 tax return exhibited contributions of $287,000 and $160,000 for 2001. In addition, Trump has made contributions in support of charities run by celebrities; Russell Simmons, Chris Evert, Michael J. Fox, Derek Jeter, Walt Frazier, and Larry King, as well as to political committees. ‘The Apprentice’ and ‘Mark Burnett Productions’ have partnered with the ‘Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation’ aside from a great number of other philanthropic gestures that go undocumented. Trump certainly supports the institution of marriage wholeheartedly, even after nuptials to Ivana Trump and Marla Maples both ended in divorce. He and the striking and sagacious Slovenian model, Melania Knauss proved so when they exchanged vows and said their “I do’s”. It’s all too easy to stand in judgment of others, but take a moment to reverse the roles. Being in the limelight and open to constant criticism and scrutiny, you inevitably come to realize that you can’t come to everyone’s aid, or be thought of as Mister Nice Guy all the time. People will simply dislike you for being rich. A man like Donald Trump makes friends very easily, just as long as his wallet’s open. Who helped Trump when he was dealing with bankruptcy -- some might ask where your quarter was then? People rise and people fall; Trump is familiar with both ends of the spectrum. As I have had the opportunity to express to Donald on past occasions,“When you live your life in the public eye, for every friend, an enemy stands by...” Just as former Vice President, Al Gore ‘invented the internet’, so has Trump ‘invented the pre-nup’! Rest assured that no former Trump wife has ever starved after divorce. So be it for ‘love, money... or just plain love of money’, it’s proof positive that Mr. & Mrs. Trump don’t lay awake worrying about comments like yours. Do yourself a favour... GET SOME SLEEP! t Dear Rhonda: You are a mature and very intelligent individual. Perhaps you can tell me whether I’m overreacting! Lindsay and I are in a shaky lesbian relationship. Her brother, Bob, and his wife, Wilma discussed the possibility of buying a home together as an investment. They gave us several figures based on specific homes they had already seen. After calculating costs, we presented what we explained to be the absolute ‘most’ we could afford. On more than one occasion, I asked if there would be any additional costs besides those already mentioned. They both replied ‘no’. Several weeks later, Lindsay called me crying hysterically, saying that Bob had asked for a pet security for our dog, Captain. I was furious and felt extremely betrayed. When I tried to discuss the subject with Lindsay later that evening, she immediately came to the defense of her family instead of hearing my concerns. That weekend, Wilma presented us with a formal lease agreement all typed out, along with additional costs to repair the house during the time Lindsay and I occupied the property. Bob and Wilma agreed to only charge us a $10 security fee, and a $100 pet deposit, payable over a one year period. Here I found myself stuck in the middle of this family crap, unable to voice any of my concerns or feelings of complete betrayal. And then Wilma had the nerve to say that she could hardly wait to help pick out the paint colors for the house! Rhonda, we’re paying the damn mortgage, so why should it be ANY of her concern? Of course, I didn’t say that, but I couldn’t help but think that Lindsay and I are being used for the sole purpose to redo the house for her precious family to sell at a higher profit. After we got home, Lindsay and I argued all night. Again, she defended her family. Next day, Bob called me at work to ask if he should go ahead and sign the papers for the house deal. Unprepared, distracted and alone, I replied, “whatever Lindsay wants”. Now that they’ve signed the damned papers, we’re stuck. I am so full of concerns. I NO LONGER TRUST THESE PEOPLE ANY FURTHER THAN I CAN THROW THEM!!! If they went back on their word once, they could do it again at any time. Am I overreacting?  Sue Ann Dear Sue Ann: It’s all black and white to me! Both you and Lindsay simply signed on as new tenants, hence obligated to make the mortgage payments on the property belonging to Lindsay’s family, who legally purchased the property. Once you have spent time and money fixing all that needs repair, the appreciated property will inevitably be sold. Will you ever see a dime? Not if you haven’t secured any such agreement on paper! Whatever arrangement Lindsay has made with her family on the sly is something that you are obviously not privy to. If Wilma is willing to get a little paint on her hands, I’m sure that allowing her to select a colour or two couldn’t hurt! Sue Ann, you are not overreacting, and you are being used and most definitely abused! The definition of the word ‘trust’ to such people goes hand-in-hand with the word ‘fund’. Now would be the perfect time to reassess your relationship by examining where your partner’s loyalties lie... ’cause from where I’m standing, they’re not with you! t
 
 
 
Writer, columnist, critic and 'as a poet’, Contessa Rhonda von Sternberg, also penned R.L. Sternberg, has enamoured some of the most elite circles by way of words. An avid Patron of the 'Societal Art Milieu’, Sternberg's literary conceptions are governed primarily by social issues. She takes pleasure in sharing her profound thoughts with her readers. Please send your letters to 'Help me Rhonda' Advice Column via email: Editor@LallouzInternational.commailto:Editor@LallouzInternational.comshapeimage_19_link_0
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