K.F.
We have an antenna for our tv and get the channels we can get over the air. It is a real hit or miss most days but we don't have that cable bill and that money goes towards savings or entertainment or some other great thing or even some other bill.
We don't watch much tv anyway. Does your husband know the kinds of cartoons out there? Buying them or even getting NetFlicks has got to be a better and more cost effective option over either Direct of Dish. Just my 2 cents on this matter. FYI we have teenages and it seems to work for them too.
Both are doing exceptionally well in school. They spend more time studying and reading.