Hey Adam, just dropping by to let you know that your recovery story is quite incredible and you should be proud of your progress so far. I also started having my major gambling issues around the same time you posted this thread, and I’ve been following your diary for a while now (just lurking).
I’m similar age to you and also lost a similar amount in savings in the past. I’m very impressed at how you’ve managed to stay clean for so long immediately after a big loss. It has taken me multiple relapses (4-5, although the most recent ones have been more minor thankfully) to finally get to where I am today where I feel moderately confident in my ability to stay clean.
Keep up the gambling free days and I’m hoping you’ll soon have enough savings to get that down payment for the house. You’ve earned it.