Lost and found

I think most states have them..."lost money" departments for unclaimed property, usually the state treasurer's office. I've seen ads in the paper and on TV for them. Never really thought much about it.

Awhile back, my brother let me know I was on the "lost money" list for Illinois (thanks, Clint). I printed their forms, filled them out, and submitted my proofs of identity. The identity thing can be a bit tricky. The lost money was in my maiden name at an address where I lived 21 years ago, but I had to prove that I was that person at that place at that time.

While I waited for a response (about three months), I checked the sites for every other state I've lived in and any other family members I could think of - no other hits at this time.

Finally, today, my lost money has been found. I received a check for $30.25. Yeehaw!! Not like it's the pot o' gold at the end of the rainbow or anything, but thirty bucks is thirty bucks!

Thing is, I still have absolutely no idea what this money is from. The check came with no explanation. I guess lost money can also be mystery money.

Y'all better go and check out those sites....