Oh man! I've read so many posts this week, and in all of them, the author and the family suffered due to economic difficulties.
It is a reality for many people all over the world.

But what I have found enjoyable is reading how so many of them found ways to make the difficult times easier, just like you mentioned in your post.

As the saying goes... where there is a will, there is a way.

Good luck with the contest!
Thank you; I've already dropped my entry.