WE are celebrating at the Johnson household today because the Social Security Administration has declared Dave worthy of disability pay! We were told to expect a long hard struggle, with two or three rejections and then court appearances and long waits for the hoped for acceptance.
But NO! He put in the paper work in June and did all the necessary jumping through hoops, seeing that paperwork was sent in by doctors etc. And Vavoom! Yesterday we got an envelope from SS and as he was looking for his glasses he remarked, “It’s probably my rejection letter”. I laffed and said that I loved his positive attitude.
As he read aloud that his first payments would begin in January and would be twice the amount we expected, a smile started forming on his face. We couldn’t believe our eyes!
The relief is palpable. This brings a tremendous peace to him and we are so very thankful. Woowoo!
Congrats!! I've always heard how difficult they make it too, so YAY that they actually showed some common sense this time!
ReplyDeleteGlad to know that someone who really deserves it is getting what the government ows them...good news!
ReplyDeleteI am very happy for you. That has to give you some relief. Now you can go yarn shopping and occasionally hit a yarn shop rather than Goodwill!!!! But why?
ReplyDeleteIt is certainly nice to hear when someone who is truly deserving doesn't get crap from the Feds. I'm so pleased for you both!
ReplyDeletethat is so fantastic, what a great relief. There is nothing worse thran money related stress. absolutely toxic. maybe the planets are moving into a more positive alignment or something. we are getting an offer on our house this morning. everyone say a little prayer for me that this one goes through. We are having an open house this afternoon too, so maybe we could get a back up offer as well?
ReplyDeleteOh, I have goosebumps. This is miraculous! And of course, I mean this in the true sense of miracle -- a gift from God. Great news. I'm celebrating too.
ReplyDeleteThat is brilliant. I'm so glad for you both.
ReplyDeleteMelody, congrats to you and Dave. My DH is going thru a very similar situation, after 31 years he's disabled from an on-the-job injury. Adjusting to a new lifestyle has been an eye-opening experience. I feel for you.... it will all work out, just takes time.
ReplyDeleteIt is good to know the government can get some things right!! Good for y'all!!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy for the two of you!!!
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord! I'm so thankful He took care of His children so quickly!
ReplyDeletethis is very encouraging news...i've been dragging my feet on this process because it terrifies me.
ReplyDeleteWOOOOOOOOOOT! I'm so glad to hear his case has been accepted and you are going to be ok! WOOOOT!!! (We're about to go the same path over here... terrifying.)
ReplyDeleteIt will mean a lot to him to be contributing more financially. He worked a lot of years paying in to the system, so I'm glad he will get something out. Blessings, Jen
ReplyDeleteGreat news...Now maybe you both can relax for awhile!
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