We're DEBT FREE!!!!!

The day has finally arrived. The day of financial freedom! Matt and I have been working since we got married almost three years ago to be debt free by following some of the principles taught by Christian speaker and author, Dave Ramsey. Thanks to Pastor Greg who gave us Ramsey's book in pre-marital marriage counseling, thanks to John Dodgen for sending us to the LIVE event in Indianapolis, thanks to Josh & Amber for letting us take their FPU (Financial Peace University) class with them, thanks to our parents, family and friends for their love and support and thanks to the Lord for His incredible blessings...
WE ARE DEBT FREE!!!

This morning we made our final payment to NelNet for college loans and it felt great to see the $0 balance later this afternoon.

To back up for a second, I am behind on my posts and will have to update at a later date. Matt's dad and aunt were here two weekends ago and Matt's sister, Nicole has been out here this past week. Well, she is just too cute and when I woke up this morning and came out of our bedroom, this is what I found...to my delightful surprise!

Can you see the 100 Grand chocolate bars attached to the balloons?

Nicole had left early to meet a friend for coffee but she got back before we went
into work to wish us a "Happy Debt Free Day".

So...only "Debt" is showing here, but the part of the balloon that is not showing says "FREE!" Oops! Ha ha. Matt and I have been looking forward to this day for awhile now and it meant a lot to have Nicole here to share in the excitement with us! Thanks, Nicole! You are gem.

If anyone is wondering if the sacrifice is worth it...our answer would be a resounding, YES! If you are interested in learning more about getting out of debt, check out Dave Ramsey's website. No, he isn't God, but he has some practical, biblical principles that have the power to transform your life, if you are committed to it.