Yes, unfortunately that the main reason we're looking so desperately. Somehow, they are figuring my income from the past two years. That's no longer the same, actually cut almost in half.

I've done lot of research and have found so wonderful resources but none that are of any immediate help. I plan on putting a portfolio together for my senior daughter. I'll be happy to share with you and anyone else here once I'm done. These are scholarships that can be obtained from local businesses for now. There are so many that people don't apply for, just sitting and waiting.

In my son's case, he's past their deadlines or his GPA is not adequate (which is just a shame since this kid really is brilliant:( Oh, well, he's learn some valuable lessons. Let's just pray that he retains the message from now on.