I am struggling to catch up and stay current on my mortgage. I'm a father of two spirited boys—a 4-year-old with autism and a 14-year-old on the brink of high school adventures. My wife and I are eagerly awaiting our newest addition this November. Her passion for photography and crafting keeps her busy part-time, while I split my days between a desk job at an insurance company and nights at Jack Stack BBQ. Despite our best efforts, the financial juggling act often leaves us on the edge of our budget.
With my wife's birthday around the corner, the simple joy of a dinner out feels out of reach. We've faced our share of tight months, but I never imagined that treating her, even to a casual meal, would be a struggle. Here in Overland Park, Kansas, community means a lot, and we know we're not alone in feeling these pressures. Raising $1,000 would truly be a breath of fresh air, allowing us to reclaim a small sense of normalcy and joy as we prepare for our growing family.
