You are asking your friend to show some sympathy for your situation.

VOA: special.2010.07.18

Be open and honest about your situation.

VOA: special.2010.07.18

"It's a begging situation where you have to beg them to take your fish."

VOA: standard.2010.07.19

But I know that your states are still in a very tough situation and too many Americans still have not felt the recovery in their own lives."

VOA: standard.2010.02.22

"Figure out your own health situation with your doctor,your family history.

VOA: standard.2009.12.25