Op...you are MUCH nicer than me! I am the first one to be upset with those that mooch off the system. I drive by the projects every day to get to my house and some of them drive cars I could never imagine. HOWEVER, I believe it is there to use a stepping stone. Just like you did. And, I commend you for that. I was laid off twice in 2 years so I know what it was like. Luckily, we did not need welfare. However, I did need unemployment. And, I DID go to WDW while on unemployment. No, I did not collect the week I was gone. When I reported the next week and they asked if I was willing and available to work I answered truthfully, No. When they asked why I said I was on vacation. They thanked me for my honesty. When I did get another job, I continued paying in to my taxes as I always have. And, as I'm sure your DH had until he got laid off. I only hope those posters criticizing you don't fall on hard times. After all, they shouldn't be on the internet since it's a luxury. Shouldn't eat steak since it's a luxury. Shouldn't go on any vacations since they are luxuries, shouldn't let their children go on field trips or have any other activities since they are luxuries too.
I see you have contacted the hospital. It sounds like they billed you in error. It does happen. My children's dentist billed me for their cleanings. Heck, I am budget minded and didn't just pay it without agreeing to it.
Turns out they forgot to bill my secondary insurance. It was their error.
OP - I congratulate you again and hope your good fortune continues.