"So, what are you going to do if you don't raise all the money you need?"

Both of my sisters have asked the same question, "So, what are you going to do if you don't raise all the money you need?"

There's at least another 4 people out there wondering the same thing according to our poll (those who side with Aaron and don't believe we will reach 150,000 friends to donate a dollar... boooooooo)

Valid question. And here is the answer:

With the money we raise, we will buy a house. Someday. We have about 1/4 of the amount we need for a down payment, and it will probably take us at least a year (or more) to be able to save the rest. Hopefully, during the year the blog will continue to find readers who can spare a dollar and share our story. We are going to save the money everyone has so graciously donated and still put it towards a home for our family. We are still going to honor our original post and welcome anyone into our home, whether you donated, shared our blog, or didn't. I envision one room with a wall on which we list the names of everyone who helped us out! I also envision Aaron's friend Henry drinking a lot of Aaron's beer since he is in the lead for getting a keg of homebrew ;)

Undoubtedly, we will host some type of very fun fundraiser so that we can pay it forward and help others find a home of their own, too. When the time comes, I'll be looking for your ideas/help in planning the events!

So, for all you pessimists out there... you have your answer.
For all the optimists on my side, I look forward to meticulously painting your names on the wall in our guest room and having you over!