November 14th, the 14th day of the thankfulness
challenge. I have previously stated it
is not a challenge for me to find things to be thankful for. I had a time even
when I was married. I was on government assistance. At times there was housing,
TANF, food stamps and medical. After my divorce I had the relief of several government
programs. I think these programs are wonderful for people who are truly in need
of the temporary assistance. I know at times these programs literally saved my
life and the lives of my children. I was so very thankful for these programs
for years. From living in ghetto government housing, my car, with friends or
family and only being able to afford food due to food stamps. Having evictions
notices and cut off notices. Student loans in default. Having to have help to
buy Christmas gifts for my children as well as the dinner. With prayer,
fasting, hard work and faithfulness. My whole world has changed.
It has been almost one year since I have needed the assistance
of any government programs. I am still a proud single mother of five children, three
whom still live at home. Currently I am able to pay all my bills; car payment,
cable, internet, phone, two student loans, electric, rent, family gym
membership, groceries and to clothe the entire household. I was able to
purchase the girls coats this year without the assistance of a special program.
I even managed to bring both student loans
out of default without the assistance of any government assistance, child support
or family help.
You cannot even comprehend how much these means to me. There
is so much pride and excitement every time I log on to my bank and account and
pay my bills or swipe my debit card to buy gas or groceries. No, I still do not
have perfect credit nor am I even close. I am thankful to all my friends and
family who prayed for me, encouraged me, and loved me. The ones who helped me
in any other way. For you I am so very thankful for you. I am thankful for
where God has brought me from. Without him none of this would be possible.
Remember Life is short, God is good and coffee is your friend,
Hollie Kate
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