We are now about 2 weeks away from our "big" move. That thought is kinda scary, but so much has happened in the 2 weeks since finding out about his acceptance that I can't help but feel that God's got this. I just need to follow His leading.
I was hired for the job I interviewed for. I will be working from home which sounds amazing...crockpot recipes will still be happening =) I start my job June 5th. It is very similar to what I did before staying at home with the kiddos so I'm confident that I'll be able to pick up the job fairly quickly. As of yesterday, we found a place to rent (we may buy a house next year...long story!) The house is in a great school district, close to Samara's daycare (the same one my nieces go to), and about 15 minutes from my family.
Our house has been on the market for a little over a week. We've had 2 showings and a couple had additional questions about our house. We have another showing tomorrow morning. It was be a h-u-g-e relief once this house sells.
Tomorrow night my "girls" are throwing me a good-bye party...a blog post just on these exceptionally awesome women will be forthcoming.
God has been so very faithful to us. Praise Him from who all blessings flow...
Friday, May 18, 2012
Sunday, May 6, 2012
New 'Do, New Porch, Free Landscaping and an Old Friend
For the past 2 summers, Malachi has asked for a Mohawk. This year we appeased him and James gave him the new 'do yesterday. Oh boy!
The new porch is finally finished. Yesterday I finished applying the stain. It looks great!
Recently, we discovered that our landfill offers free mulch. It's not as decorative as the mulch you buy in stores, but did I mention it's FREE? So James took the trailer and came back with a few loads. We put it in the flowerbed/pots and planned on putting it a few places around the yard where growing grass is challenging. Yesterday our neighbor told us about another neighbor who needed to get rid of decorative stones. Again, for FREE! James borrowed a wheelbarrow, made a few trips across the street and placed the stones in a few spots. I was in charge of filling the areas with mulch. It was tedious, but the end result was worth it. In addition to the rocks in the front, we also placed rocks on the sides of the house with mulch. Hopefully, the prospective buyers will appreciate this added FREE element ;-) Now we just hope and pray that the grass James is planting will come in A-S-A-P!!!
Last night a dear friend from high school was in town for a wedding. She came to our house to stay the night and hang out. Because I wanted to be able to catch up without 3 little ones trying to get her attention, we escaped to a restaurant and enjoyed some sweet potato fries (my fav!) and I had a spinach and artichoke quesadilla; she had eaten at the wedding. It was so nice to hang out with some from the past and she lives in KC so we are already planning on our next get-together. Old friends are great!
No news yet on the job. The interview went as well I could expect and I really hope that I get it. But, if I don't, then it's not what was meant to be and I'll be ok with that =)
The new porch is finally finished. Yesterday I finished applying the stain. It looks great!
Recently, we discovered that our landfill offers free mulch. It's not as decorative as the mulch you buy in stores, but did I mention it's FREE? So James took the trailer and came back with a few loads. We put it in the flowerbed/pots and planned on putting it a few places around the yard where growing grass is challenging. Yesterday our neighbor told us about another neighbor who needed to get rid of decorative stones. Again, for FREE! James borrowed a wheelbarrow, made a few trips across the street and placed the stones in a few spots. I was in charge of filling the areas with mulch. It was tedious, but the end result was worth it. In addition to the rocks in the front, we also placed rocks on the sides of the house with mulch. Hopefully, the prospective buyers will appreciate this added FREE element ;-) Now we just hope and pray that the grass James is planting will come in A-S-A-P!!!
No news yet on the job. The interview went as well I could expect and I really hope that I get it. But, if I don't, then it's not what was meant to be and I'll be ok with that =)
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Change is A'Comin'
If you've been a reader for awhile, then you know that James has been trying to get into med school. It's been a 3 year journey of pre-reqs, MCAT's, applications, interviews and waiting. Lots and lots of waiting. This "interview season" James had 3 interviews and was placed on 3 wait lists. But a few weeks ago James received an email from KU (one of the wait list schools). They were extending an invitation for James to apply to their Post - Baccalaureate medical program. Basically, he will take grad level classes for a year and if he doesn't flunk, then he is guaranteed a spot in next year's med school class. Only about 50 students who interviewed at KU and who didn't immediately get accepted (also met certain criteria) and had a strong essay/interview were given an invitation to apply. Then out of those 50 only 15 were given a spot. James was told he had a very good chance of acceptance into this program.
And so we waited a few weeks to hear the decision. Then yesterday around 4:30pm I received a text from James I had been praying for. "I'm IN!!" Those words have rocked our world! Everything in our life is going to change. And FAST. James' classes begin June 4th up in KC. Relocation. I have to find a job, we have to sell our home, buy a home, find a daycare, etc. But, I believe that God is in the details and He brought us to the here and now and He will not leave us nor forsake us.
Today I woke up and was overwhelmed at the daunting task that was ahead. Where to begin? I decided that I would apply to a job I saw listed last week. It's pretty much the same position that I had before I resigned to stay home with the kiddos. I loved the job; loved my co-workers.
At 8:30 this morning, I officially emailed my resume. At 9:15, the hiring manager called me to screen me a little further for the position. He said it would probably be next week before I would hear if I would get an interview. But, at 10:57, he called again to invite me for an official interview!!!!!! The department I would work for is based mostly around the Columbia, MO area (the manager lives in St. Louis), but it sounds like this is a new position that is based in Kansas City. The interview is THIS Thursday from 10:30-12:30. He will interview me first and then I will have a peer interview with the rest of the team. I will leave for KC tomorrow evening and then drive to Columbia on Thursday morning. I was just blown away about this prospect. I was not expecting to hear back from any job for at least a week or two. But the same day?!? It would be a huge weight off of my shoulders if this was "it".
Since I'll be up in KC, I will also be looking at a few prospective homes. Decisions, decisions, decisions. Our home will go on the market on Saturday and it's our prayer we will get an offer ASAP.
It will be a stressful time, but I am confident this is where we are supposed to be. I have cried and will continue to cry about those we will leave behind. I have smiled and will continue to smile about those we are moving to. Bittersweetness.
And so we waited a few weeks to hear the decision. Then yesterday around 4:30pm I received a text from James I had been praying for. "I'm IN!!" Those words have rocked our world! Everything in our life is going to change. And FAST. James' classes begin June 4th up in KC. Relocation. I have to find a job, we have to sell our home, buy a home, find a daycare, etc. But, I believe that God is in the details and He brought us to the here and now and He will not leave us nor forsake us.
Today I woke up and was overwhelmed at the daunting task that was ahead. Where to begin? I decided that I would apply to a job I saw listed last week. It's pretty much the same position that I had before I resigned to stay home with the kiddos. I loved the job; loved my co-workers.
At 8:30 this morning, I officially emailed my resume. At 9:15, the hiring manager called me to screen me a little further for the position. He said it would probably be next week before I would hear if I would get an interview. But, at 10:57, he called again to invite me for an official interview!!!!!! The department I would work for is based mostly around the Columbia, MO area (the manager lives in St. Louis), but it sounds like this is a new position that is based in Kansas City. The interview is THIS Thursday from 10:30-12:30. He will interview me first and then I will have a peer interview with the rest of the team. I will leave for KC tomorrow evening and then drive to Columbia on Thursday morning. I was just blown away about this prospect. I was not expecting to hear back from any job for at least a week or two. But the same day?!? It would be a huge weight off of my shoulders if this was "it".
Since I'll be up in KC, I will also be looking at a few prospective homes. Decisions, decisions, decisions. Our home will go on the market on Saturday and it's our prayer we will get an offer ASAP.
It will be a stressful time, but I am confident this is where we are supposed to be. I have cried and will continue to cry about those we will leave behind. I have smiled and will continue to smile about those we are moving to. Bittersweetness.
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