[Preston]

This week our kid will be born. Signs point to healthy.

Friday is payday. The payday that puts us over the top. That's right 100% (non-mortgage) DEBT FREE!!!!!

on a $55-65k a year income.

Here is what we've knocked out since late 2007:

$18000 in timeshare debt
$49000 in credit card debt
$12000 in student loan debt

Paid CASH for:

$11000 in foundation/major home repair
$2000 oral surgery
$1800 other dentist bills
$10000 down payment on house
High risk pregnancy



we made it. this is the best week of my life.


Now there is a good possibility I will be a Stay at home parent. Our income will temporarily go down to around $35k until I can find a day job (we both worked 3rd shift during this but it is impossible to find childcare for a newborn during those hours at a reasonable price.) so I am looking for a day job or part-time job. But any advice making the transition will be helpful!!

 

[Greebo]

ROCK ON DUDE! You're killing it!

Best wishes for a happy healthy baby and mom!

 

[Lady_V]

Congrats on all you both have done.

Transitional advice will come in time... for now...

Enjoy the last fews nights of sleep you will get for a long time ***:congrats:***

 

[RaineyDaye]

Preston, double congratulations - on the upcoming birth of your child, and for knocking out your non-mortgage debt and paying cash! What accomplishments!!

 

[Darlene]

So happy for you and your wife Preston. So much growth and change in your life since we've known you. The best is yet to come, enjoy!
Thanks a bunch for sharing your happiness with us. :hugz:

 

[nodmicks]

Woo hoo! Such awesome news!

 

[ktsmama]

Congratulations on all of your life "events".

Praying for Mom and Baby......and Dad.

 

[Dutchie]

Preston what great news!
You must feel absolutely wonderful!!

Sending all my good wishes for your wife and baby (and you of course) for the upcoming birth.

((HUGS))

 

[madhen]

Congratulations!!!! Today is the best week of your life...so far!!

 

[frugalfriend]

:congrats: Preston, we all knew you could do it! :clap: Way to go!

 

[Debbie-cat]

Awesome Preston!! Best wishes to all of you for a safe delivery. Get readyfor the best day of your life and many sleepless nights to come....but they are worth it!

 

[Samigirl]

Wow..it's a great week to be you isn't it? Congratulations!! All that hard work and discipline has paid off.

:dancing: :congrats: :dancing:

 

[OOwl]

Heartfelt congratulations! I'm impressed!

 

[HappyMama]

Congratulations Preston! You both did a fantastic job.

Heartfelt wishes on your babies birth to you and your wife.

 

[Ramona]

Oh, happy, happy day! I love babies and kudos on the debt reduction.

 

[frugalfranny]

:clap: way to go on smashing the debt.....terrific job!

Blessings to you, new baby and mom..........best wishes and enjoy!

 

[Lindsey]

Awesome! WTG!

 

[frugal is fun]

Preston, double congratulations - on the upcoming birth of your child, and for knocking out your non-mortgage debt and paying cash! What accomplishments!!

yup, from me too!

best wishes for a safe and quick delivery and happy healthy momma and baby!

 

[khaski]

OK, I must admit I'm running on about 4 hours sleep, which makes me a little over-emotional to begin with, but I literally teared up a little reading that...so GOOD to hear a 'we did it' story in the midst of all the foreclosure and going bust stories we're swamped with on the news these days.

What could be a better gift to your newborn, then a financially sound household? Newborns bring a lot of joy AND stress, but it will be all the easier due to your diligent focus to clear up those debts. CONGRATS. Talk about 'changing your family tree!'.

 

[madjen]

Congratulations on all of the life changes. Prayers for a quick & safe delivery and a quick recovery for your wife! Get some sleep now while you both can.