Wild Court Moments #15 Hoarders!

Real Attorney reacts to Wild Court Moments #15 Hoarders! Judge Middleton tries to help a family through a termination of tenancy case.
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[@LawTalkWithMike]

"That isn't really how it works." 😂

[@thaddeuscosse9527]

😂 you can't take control of the proceedings. ....

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@debunkthejunk1]

Mr. Gillette looks a little awestruck

[@smoorej]

I just can’t believe zoom hearings and trials are still a thing. I really, really think they should try and end remote judicial proceedings as soon as possible. It just isn’t the same as all parties being in a room, especially in a criminal trial. If I was a defendant I would not like this format at all. And as a judge you have to put up with the implied informality of people sitting at their kitchen table. It needs to stop.

[@MadTheDJ]

@@smoorej Judge Middleton just had his first in-person trial the other day, a common-law divorce. It's up on his channel, complete with witnesses and everyone all in the courtroom. They still stream it, with just the split screen, but you see a wide shot of everyone in the room with him. I guess this means that they're starting to phase out virtual Zoom court.

[@MadTheDJ]

"We're not sitting around the kitchen table." Classic Judge Middleton right there. The man knows what's what

[@Tsiri09]

Boy, this case is a mess. I went to court with a woman I was caregiving for and she had filed to evict a tenant that had been in her house for 7 years, three of them rent free (in exchange for work that wasn't done). NO written contract. The judge listened to each side, took each side to task and both sides didn't get everything they wanted. She was livid, but I told her the judge has to make decisions that not everyone will like sometimes. Believe it or not, she rented the property out AGAIN with no written contract. Yeesh. She has since passed away but I will NEVER rent anything to anyone, even free to relatives without something in writing.

[@tracyhaverstick5672]

This was a sad case. I feel so bad for the mother and the sister. Have you been carching judge Middleton as he starts in the morning? He is singing away. I love it. I wish all judges were like him. He knows everybody. During cases he goes off on tangents about everything. The other day, he was asking people if their related to someone he went to high school with, auctioning off his hair, ect. He's awesome.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌😂

[@HappyHoboRecovery]

I do the same and noticed that some of the songs he sings seem to pair up nicely with the cases he's gonna hear, almost like an inside joke. Listen for it. He's very clever. 🦉

[@tracyhaverstick5672]

@@HappyHoboRecovery Thank you. I haven't been able to catch what songs he's singing. I use my phone. I need to use my laptop so I can hear them better. He is definately clever. I think he should give teaching lectures on how to be a good judge. What few times I was in court, I had 2 of the worst judges. One went off on me about how ai meed to have back surgery and quit complaining about the pain I'm in. I don't have back problems, nor did I complain about pain. Just as I shouldn't practice law, he shouldn't practice medicine.

[@klee8175]

Me too! I love his humming and singing before he starts the record. He restores my hope for humanity.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@McPlot28]

As a former Apartment manager, here is what to do if you feel that your landlord is not fixing things. 1st, You have to pay rent. 100% pay your rent. But here is the catch. Contact your local government agency that handles renters rights. You tell them the issues that you are having and the items that need fixed. Once they approve it, you pay your rent to them. They get ahold of the landlord and tell the landlord that the issue need to be addressed and they are holding your rent until the issues are fixed. The landlord cannot evict you. But you MUST pay your rent. Not paying your rent is just going to get you kicked out and sued for back rent. And the landlord will win the lawsuit no matter the reason why you were not paying your rent. You have to pay the rent.

[@patrickj4747]

The hearing being on Zoom deliciously adds to the chaos. Someone's zoom magically appears in the middle of the hearing. Who was that? Were they part of the hearing?

[@diannacasey3054]

If I remember correctly, the pop up guest was the defendant in the next case. Tenant/landlord cases are scheduled 10 or 15 minutes apart in the Judge's court.

[@allisonjames2923]

@@diannacasey3054 Ah. Wondered if that was the case. They didn’t stop yapping the whole time from when they logged in lol

[@johnmorgan1629]

Seemed like Judge Middleton was giving a gentle nudge, nudge, wink, wink. If the family could sort it out themselves there's less strain on everyone and family relationships in the long run, usually. Surprised at the end, that he didn't say you can finish your cigarettes now.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Exactly

[@joshuaverkerk4532]

Smoke em if you got em

[@KB4QAA]

This is what local court is for. Helping people sort out life and resolve problems!

[@JohnKing-ig3df]

Whenever I get super busy and start feeling a bit stressed about things being a bit messy around the house, I like to watch anything having to do with hoarders. In comparison, my place is immaculate. Makes me feel much better. Watching Judge Middleton having to admonish not one, but two, participants for smoking is an added bonus. Pity this was a civil matter and Deborah wasn't on screen.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

👍

[@georgestewart716]

Judge Middleton runs a tight court. No shenanigans. Interesting case of financial woes. Thanks Mike.

[@Scroticus_Maximus]

Again, I must remind the defendant that this is a courtroom and that he should get off of the toilet before proceeding.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@Maggie-rr8gi]

I’m surprised, with this group of people, that this did not happen! This judge is very knowledgeable and also kind.

[@judyyougotthis]

Judge Middleton is always so good with families….💗💗💗

[@mrjones2721]

It’s boggling, the sheer amount of court time wasted in waiting for everyone to log on, making sure the right people are in the hearing, troubleshooting issues, muting and unmuting mics, and dealing with people whose calls have cut out. I’ve seen a hearing suspended for over an hour because the defendant had to drive to her lawyer’s office to get a decent internet connection. Virtual hearings are more convenient for the parties, but I wonder how much of judges’ limited time they waste.

[@annematusiewicz3712]

At work when I know I have to do something on zoom I set everything up beforehand and practice if necessary. It'd be foolish not to! But people who have no idea what they're doing just get on and just . . . expect it to work I guess? For something as important as court you's think people would prepare!

[@baobo67]

The Gillets will not be moving out for some time. They need the reality check of standing in Court not sitting in their comfort zone. I can imagine "Oh gosh Son you are down on your luck. Stay at my place just till you get back on your feet." "Thanks Mom." Now 40 Years later.........! Good work by Judge M and great input by you Mike. Cheers.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Thank You 😊

[@ducknorris233]

I would have paid good money if Mike had lit a cigar.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@mikemissel7785]

I love watching Judge Middleton and how he tells people you are in court so put out the damn cigarette. I can’t wait until Nov 15 to see if the Gillette’s show up.

[@dawnmassaroguy9330]

Hilarious w/the smoking by both the P & D....PS....loving judge Middleton's pony tail🤣🤣🤣

[@nigellill3222]

The opening paragraph in Judge Middleton's autobiography "we have to pretend like we're dignified, we're not sitting around the kitchen table, this my court" 🤣 Stay safe & keep on smiling 👍🦘

[@LawTalkWithMike]

I know I loved that😂

[@nigellill3222]

@@LawTalkWithMike The chances of that ever being pointed out in another courtroom are virtually zero 😂

[@MadTheDJ]

I'd totally read his autobiography. I imagine it would be a fascinating mix of courtroom memories, local characters, county history, anecdotes, common sense legal advice and valuable folksy wisdom. The audiobook version read by him would be even better!

[@danielkeirsteadsr6939]

I love this judge. He is no nonsense and also very kind and forgiving to us simple people

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@amyc9155]

I spent the first minute or two thinking "wow that guy in the top middle really looks just like Judge Middleton"

[@britt.any_time]

Lmao. & he seems to be making all the same movements at all the same times 🤯😆

[@robertfletcher9239]

It's terribly sad when you have to sue your own family😥

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Agreed

[@ddierschow]

Cases like this just make me like Judge Middleton more.

[@dreamcruzer4743]

I'm sure Judge M is tired of these Zoom cases. He has the patience of a saint to put up with the shenanigans of some of these folks.

[@moosecat]

And credit Judge Middleton with a full-on "smacka-dabba-doo" on the person trick-or-treating as the plaintiff!!!

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌😂

[@oldisgood2587]

What are they smoking??? I worked in banking for thirty years and POA's can be sketchy at best, people can be taken advantage of and a POA can be revoked at any time. I retired a few years back and the bank had taken a firm stance on the acceptance of a power of attorney. Your distinction between a POA and guardianship is spot on. Guardianship and Conservatorship are much more official than a POA. I saw so many people that were drained of their means through greedy family members and caregivers.

[@goonerbear8659]

"We have to pretend we're dignified" This man has no chill

[@joshuaverkerk4532]

This is the reason that when my family asks me if they can just do a verbal agreement with another family member or friend I tell them 1. Dealing with family is not ideal; 2. If you must, put it in writing; 3. Get an attorney (not me!) who is experienced in that area, it’s usually less expensive than sorting this crap out later!

[@ScruMi2]

I appreciate all the work you do Mike. You put out more content than any other KZbinr I can think of. At least out of the reasonable channels I follow. Keep up the hard work

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Thank You 😊

[@donnarupert4926]

Dang, those Gillettes look like they’re standing in front of a “Fun House” mirror 🪞😵‍💫

[@gregoryclark7566]

Smoking and showing up without legal counsel was a sickening display of ignorance.

[@UpnorthHere]

Law is hard. If it were easy, anyone could do it.

[@futeramonfuturamet4830]

Whenever adult children still live in their parents apartment or house, they're usually tenants at sufferance. Tenancy at sufferance is basically like the arrangement under which houseguests stay in someone else's home

[@andrewjvaughan]

Legend says if the Gillette family came together and shined the sun through their combined seeing glasses, the Jedi Order would destroy the planet, confusing it for the next Death Star.

[@scottmichel3530]

Had watched that clip previously. I had a read on it as you just shared. Thanks again!

[@scambaitnaansense512]

Lady was trolling the court zoom by smoking and didnt even know it

[@knolsey]

lmao the appropriate reaction to that is "YOURE IN COURT, IM IN MY KITCHEN."

[@LawTalkWithMike]

If you like a little contempt. 😂

[@knolsey]

@@LawTalkWithMike i honestly can't believe one of them didn't say this lmao, hillfolk usually just dont give a damn

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@bendrake2226]

Happy Halloween Mike and SovCit Patrol! I hope the boys get a few extra treats tonight!

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🐶🐶🎃

[@timobrien2586]

These people have so much class.

[@billcallahan9303]

Your input played a big part in this complicated case Mike. It's why I watch. A great learning experience. I think it safe to say that the esteemed Gillette couple are not related to the Gillette razor fortune nor their cockroaches.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Thank You 😊

[@Pants4096]

What an amazing insight into... so many things! Law, human behavior, compassion, competence (on the judge's part anyway), and the strangeness of our current zoom-life. And I guess it's thanks to covid that people like you, Mike, can share it all with us along with some much needed commentary. I hate to break it to you, but I think we all ARE learning some interesting things by watching your channel! ◡̈

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Thank You 😊

[@oldisgood2587]

Love this judge. They really should listen to him and take heed.

[@mitchelloates9406]

Getting a feeling of deja vu, listening to a hoarder case, after what came to light in Masshole Report's video, regarding the whole affair with Virgo Triad, given what was in the fire department's report.

[@mrjones2721]

I just came from that case. Small world.

[@cindyduncan7049]

They are smoking in their homes. They have the right to smoke in their homes.

[@nancya5876]

Judge Middleton wins the patience award daily. I have yet to see one of his Zoom sessions when he doesn’t either have ask someone to stop driving, take off their hat, put out their cigarette, etc, etc. There was even one case where he had to ask the defendant to change his shirt because the shirt he was wearing had an obscenity written across it. Geesh!

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🤦‍♂️

[@clintonlewis2547]

This is sad. The son doesn’t have a lot to piss in and can’t pay it because he’s out of work. The mom can’t pay it as she’s on a fixed income and has a debilitating medical condition. This has no winner. Even if they are evicted the house might be a wash, they might need to burn it down if it’s that damaged. Just a horrible situation. I hope you follow up so we can see how it resolves. Best thing would be the son just moves. But if it’s homelessness and staying, he ain’t going.

[@FD2003Abc]

The sadness when tough love is not applied early and firmly. Now the property will cost more to rehabilitate than its value and ne'er do well son will be in his car if they succeed.

[@dwavico]

I'm confused. If they can't pay $563 a month rent, how are they going to pay moving fees, security deposit and rent at an apartment? I'd kinda like to know how far in arrears it is also

[@andrewjvaughan]

Technically that’s why Amy from Keystone is on the call…they’re supposed to help figure that out and can provide assistance. That said - who knows how effective that is.

[@futeramonfuturamet4830]

Especially as the average (non-subsidized) apartment in the average area is around $1000 to $1400 per month.

[@justruthie5365]

Hoarders, kid taking advantage of mother. Then we've got the lady in orange hanging around lost. What a mess 🤣

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Yup😂

[@nbeasley2]

Is it horrible of me to say I feel like I need a shower now?😳 Who we're the three middle people? The wiggly woman, the young guy, and bed hair man? 🤣

[@LawTalkWithMike]

No it’s shower time😐

[@TheUluxian]

I still want someone to create the "Middleton/ Hurley Judicial Comedy Hour" featuring baliff P. Barnes.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@Candigale]

Good lord! I’d kill for a $567/mo mortgage or rent. That poor woman being taken advantage by her own son! What a POS!

[@CAUSELESSREBEL]

all things considered Judge M was really very easy with these people. He laid out what needed to be done, but did so softly. Nice work. Good video, Mike.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Thank You

[@CAUSELESSREBEL]

@@LawTalkWithMike au contraire...thank you.

[@CAUSELESSREBEL]

@@LawTalkWithMike Oh. Ryan is in jail. with 26000 bond. proudamerican 84 just had a screenshot of the jail record. OH, domestic dispute.

[@lauradent5420]

I'm only 1 minute into the video and I've already got an anecdote for Monday morning at the law firm I work at: Smoking at a virtual court appearance.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@KaliforniaLA]

The guy in the Halloween beard costume is scary

[@WoodworkerDon]

We missed the part where they all got their eyeglasses...in about an hour. 😎

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@futeramonfuturamet4830]

Especially the wraparound sunglasses one of the gillets is wearing, which are so inappropriate for the courtroom!!

[@brokentreeusauka1891]

I went through something similar with properties owned by my mum. My step father had died of cancer and my mum was still working in her eighties. She loved her job and refused to retire. Together they owned several properties where all the tenants had stopped paying rent on when my step father was too ill to collect it. They never heard of the postal service I guess. In order to close out my step fathers business and rentals I got power of attorney over my mum. I immediately put all her properties in my name so I could bring action against the tenants. It was a nightmare and I got rid of the most stubborn ones the others having split in the night owing a lot of money and trashing the properties. The worst culprits were the different municipalities that saw me as a way to make money. I would never rent a property to anyone ever again. I even had one brother involved in this mess. He stole about 65,000 bucks from our mother.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Yup so you know she needs help.

[@jilllazaroff9300]

What’s funny is the defendants are not only smoking but once they put out the cigarettes they just stare at the screen with their mouths open lol

[@QueenOfTheNorth65]

“We have to pretend like we’re dignified.” 😂😂😂

[@robfive2555]

One of the best judges around imo.... Thx M.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@anneirenej]

And it is all in the family making it not just complicated but emotional.

[@Monica92978]

Judge Middleton is so smooth. 👍🏼 In my couple short years of courtroom clerking long ago and far away in CA, I cut my clerking teeth on Unlawful Detainer cases. Early on one day after court the DA strolled by the clerk’s sanctum and told me he had been sitting in the court galley and he really got a kick out of watching my face as one of the defendants/occupants was testifying. It’s been 20 years and all I remember is George telling me, “I got as much a kick out of watching you as I did her dumbass rambling on the stand. You get it”.😆😂

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@amyc9155]

"Wait so me being her power of attorney doesn't also make me an attorney?? Whaaaaat??"

[@DominusLuna]

Serve a 30 day notice to vacate. Serve a 3-Day Pay or Quit.

[@DominusLuna]

The person with their name on the title.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Yup

[@prairierider7569]

Once again I will say, I like judge Middleton, he is calm, understanding that not everyone has the same knowledge he has and he is willing to help all out where he can

[@bobsimmons1470]

This would be an interesting one to follow up on after their next court hearing!

[@josephrobichaud5198]

I've had to deal with this far to many times! Basement full of old console TV's, old rotten furniture, once they had passed we had to haul away 13 trailer loads of stuff they had saved? Three bags of bread ties.

[@kathi2302]

Thank you for the clarifications as these cases go along, much easier to follow...

[@MichGoBIue]

If the hoarders leave, I wonder if they get all their deposit back?

[@joyceedwards3336]

I LOVE Judge Middleton 😍

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@donnarupert4926]

Oh me too!! My husband who is a musician has the same exact ponytail, same color too🤣🤣

[@profdrmac5231]

Thank you for your insight into this matter.

[@Realfrenchie]

This is a good court case, I learn a few things today. Thank you Mike!

[@LawTalkWithMike]

I won’t let it happen again I promise.

[@hildia5439]

Judge Middleton is the kind of judge I'd like to be in front of if something horrible happened. You can he cares about people and will try to help them get back on the right path.

[@judithrix-brown8790]

Good way to let People know that going into court for any reason without the full paper work.. representation, Having all ducks in a row is not a good idea. This judge handled it well, not all would be so understanding.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Yup

[@danielkeirsteadsr6939]

LMAO those dogs own you.😂

[@LawTalkWithMike]

They do 😂

[@HellenaHanbasquet]

I'm just over here shocked people think that POA allows them to act as an attorney. I'm my mother's POA, I really should be her trustee and I won't do anything other than consent for medical treatment. Ouch 😳

[@knolsey]

holy crap thats a cheap monthly mortgage payment, i have two properties currently under mortgages and they're both over 1500 each. i need to move lmao

[@betsybabf748]

I was always shocked when people came to court in sweats or pj bottoms, but seeming them attend from home is mind-boggling and somewhat frightening.

[@firebird6522]

Weird... I was watching A&E's Hoarders earlier this morning.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Is that still a thing?

[@douglasking3793]

Hey Mike, I think the best thing about your channel and the thing which sets you apart is… you cover a wide variety of things. Today, Ive watched cart narcs with you, a border issue and court. Thats fascinating and it keeps things from getting stale. I appreciate the work you do to bring us the range of shows. Keep up the great work. 👍🏽

[@Andrea-rw9tf]

I have to explain POA, and guardianship all the time

[@thepoliticalstartrek]

Indiana you can represent someone you have power of attorney in cases in small Claims court.

[@leofredette19]

This judge is extremely helpful.

[@janetruggles8708]

Smoking while in court? Are ya kidding? That's like showing up to church in your two piece swimsuit !! 🥺

[@suelindsey1372]

As son and daughter in law are both saying no to the Nov 13th date set… curious how that mess turned out

[@francispaisley3566]

I didn't know Ed Sherian was going be in court. 🤣🤣

[@maryjaneblues7712]

Dude is a mouth breather!!!😂😂😂

[@P_Barne_II]

Thanks for the information Mike

[@ItIsJustJudy]

The man is on some medical leave, and yet still smokes coffin nails. I couldn’t figure out if the two bespectacled folks are married, or siblings.

[@mikemcintosh295]

Married siblings?

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@meganlewis2424]

Where's Deb when you need her lol

[@drake.707]

Power of attorney doesn't give you the power to be an attorney on the spot lol

[@chrisjackson3162]

Mike, as the great sultans Ollie and Frankie El-Bey have surely let you know, smoking is not only allowed but encouraged in the postal Moroccan courts. #FearTheFez

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂😂😂

[@smoorej]

I’m not a lawyer but I think this is a great demonstration of the idea that lawyers exist for a reason. You can’t take a very complicated situation and apply complex laws without understanding the topic. Just normal landlord-tenant stuff can get complicated but add in all the factors here and if you’re a lay person trying to sort it out you’re doomed. You would have a better chance of landing a commercial airliner than getting this one right. The judge handled this well, planted the seed with the unwanted tenant that it’s probably not going to end well, and urged the owner to get an attorney.

[@UpnorthHere]

There are Moorish sovcits with the temerity to file a petition to the US Supreme Court pro se.

[@marigold3687]

They really need to open courtrooms again.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@fieryweasel]

I disagree, I like watching these without having to go downtown.

[@privatej.m2295]

Hey Mike, treats and belly rubs to the boys from me. I just love how Judge Middleton handles all his cases. Ok I am confused, cause you can not smoke in a court room and these hearings are supposed to be just that though on zoom or KZbin.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

No you are not confused 😂

[@tolfan4438]

I could probably make that same mistake figuring I'm actually in the courtroom I'm in my house I smoke in my house

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Well just lean out of the frame or turn video off for a second 🤷‍♂️😂

[@tolfan4438]

@@LawTalkWithMike I'm old enough to remember when you could smoke in court both tables had ashtrays and the judge had a cigar go in the whole time. Good old days when non-smokers just suffered in silence

[@jimblack2462]

🎶Smokin in the courtroom…” 🎶

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@strangerbrothers9902]

Landlord/tenant law is complicated, convoluted and painfully specific. You need professional help on both sides.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

Yes

[@supersquirrel7546]

Hey! @ 10:04 lady in orange shirt on bottom took a swig of sumthin' sumthin' and no smokin' allowed? All snacks aside, I wonder if hardship on both sides is due to COVID? What are squatter laws like in Chicago? And where is Deborah Davis? I have sore eyes.

[@LawTalkWithMike]

😂

[@andrewjvaughan]

Chicago is extremely tenant-friendly… it’s a tough place to be a landlord

[@supersquirrel7546]

@ Andrew Vaughan. What about cases involving sovcits & Moors regarding trying to steal properties? Know of any names I can look up? Are they starting to become more frequent in IL? I wish Mike could find some court videos & comment on Cherron Phillips, a.k.a. “River Tali El Bey” and her case(s) against IL public officials. This was around 2014-ish?

[@csh43166]

Judge Middleton for President...

[@LawTalkWithMike]

🙌

[@markharrisllb]

It's much the same here in the U.K., people think POA gives them total power over every aspect of someone's life. When in reality it just gives them the duty to act as someone would usually act in the areas where they lack capacity. So if your granny always gave money to the cats home and you’re a dog lover you can't suddenly start giving her money to the dog's home. We have started sending people to prison for abusing POAs when usually it’s a case of things not being explained properly and people think they can treat someone else's property as their own. I think the daughter just didn’t want her mother being taken advantage of. My late mother has Lewy Bodies Dementia and you feel like you’re fighting everybody when dementia rears its ugly head, Social Services, medical, banks, care providers and the list goes on. The irony of it my mother dedicated her career to providing care for the elderly and I was brought up in nursing homes. Judge Middleton has the perfect balance of being in charge of his courtroom with compassion for all the people involved.

[@pattilemonhouse7911]

There should be term to differentiate between a trash hoarder and a stuff hoarder.

[@allisonjames2923]

Very interesting. When I was a property manager for a real estate company, we’d have to take tenants to court quite often for non-payment of rent, damage to the property etc. My “training” in that was a Real Estate Certificate IV & my mentor took me to a couple of court cases she did. The company never even dreamed of hiring an attorney as it was small claims court. I did become very good at documenting everything a tenant did or did not do & filing the appropriate forms to give them Notices to Remedy Breach & Notices to Vacate as appropriate. And although I did technically win all my cases, usually it was a hollow victory as we had very little recourse to force them to pay up. The court bailiff can force them to sell things, but if they don’t have anything valuable to sell, and it takes months of notices to just get them out 🤷‍♀️ So my advice to anyone who rents out properties, is to have a good property manager & have landlord insurance. The insurers will actually hire lawyers to recover funds & in the meantime, you won’t be out of pocket.

[@beverlyproudfoot583]

The smoking sibling rivalry family! Lol Where do you get a $563.00 house payment? Judge is waiting for the weekend. Your family will kick you when they can. I work every day to forgive.