Wish: Granted

Wonderful news!  We got the IHDA loan, including down payment assistance!  That means that we can buy a refrigerator, cans of paint, new locks, a lawnmower, and then keep the majority of our remaining savings!

I just want to say, for those who despise their tax dollars going to programs designed to help people: Suck it.  We are hardworking, tax-paying, contributing members of society and this loan is helping us.  We are not freeloaders or leeches, drug addicts or system-scammers.  I had a better paying job but left it to pursue my passion, give back to the community, and to work the kind of hours that would allow me to stay home with my children.  Yes, we overspent in our younger days.  But we are clearly doing what we can to make our situation right and to not repeat our mistakes.

Sometimes, people deserve another chance.

I'm so happy we got one.