I answered a post here for someone who needed a job done because their printer died (bayshorecreations). Had it ready for him and we talked for a couple hours. He said what do I owe you? I told him not to worry about it. He gave me $100 bucks. In this cutthroat world it's not always easy to find someone in your industry local who'll help you out of a jam.
When I was about 7 I learned that if you lend someone money (especially family) consider it a gift and don't expect to be re-payed; consider it a gift. 35 years later I'm finally understanding all too well what that was all about.