Update On Life

I didn't realize it had been so long since my last post, so here's what's been going on. God has been providing so much! First of all, if you didn't know already, David's car has not been running and we didn't know what was wrong with it. We finally got it to the repair shop, and unfortunately the repairs would almost cost as much as the car itself. So we made the decision to sell his car for scraps. This is where God provided. Although the day started out rough, we ended up with almost $200, and the same day we got the check from the University we had been waiting on, which was a lot more than we thought it would be!

Also, David started his job this past week, which is going well. He has a good chance of being hired on full time after the holidays, which means a good steady job. I start Sunday, and I'm a bit nervous, but it's mostly because I've had a week to forget what I've learned. However, I have started on my ADD medicine, and after some adjustment, it's starting to work. I'm hoping this will help with my job. I'm anxious to get started, but a little worried about Black Friday, because I know it's going to be insanely busy. Of course, at least I don't have to work a crazy early shift like David does (4 am to 4 pm). I think that's all for now. There might be more that I can't remember at the moment, but if there is I'll write about it soon enough.

In Honor of Papaw

Although this picture is old, I'm putting it up in honor of Papaw. The one year anniversary of his death is tomorrow, the fifth. He is still greatly missed. It's hard to believe it's been a year already, but he still thought about by everyone. However unfortunate that he passed on my cousin Steven's birthday (his grandson), we are able to view the full circle of life in one day- celebration of continuance of life and mourning of death.

Sad Day

I have just been made aware that one of my professors and my advisor from Campbellsville University, Dr. William "Bill" Neal, has died, apparently from a heart attack. I believe he was 69 years old. I'm not sure when this picture was taken, but it was a good one, so in honor of him, here it is. 

Just thinking about my relationship with him over the years, even from before I attended till graduation, I can't believe he's gone. Unfortunately his classes were a bit boring yet easy, and sometimes his advising wasn't the best, but when it counted he rose to the challenge. He was very forgetful, but that was just the way he was. I didn't realize how much he meant to me until now. Dr. Neal will be greatly missed by his students, I know especially by those of us who graduated within the four years of my attendance.

Praise God

More exciting news, David got the job at Sears! God has truly blessed us in just the one week we've been here. It only took us less than one week for both of us to find jobs, where in Campbellsville it took much longer. God is showing me He wants us to be here. He's already blessed us this much, I know He has much more in store! 

I'm thinking about taking next week to focus on my writing since I don't have to job hunt. Thankfully I shouldn't need to go anywhere, since David probably starts next week. We desperately need to get his car fixed, but don't really have the money. Prayers would be much appreciated that God would provide a way for that to happen. This week has been so good, and I just feel like it's going to keep getting better. I'm kind of on Cloud 9 since we've both got jobs so quickly, and there is a chance that if we do well, they could keep us after the holidays. God is just so awesome!

As much as God has already blessed us with, I still get a feeling that it'll soon be my time to experience the joy of having a family. I don't know when, but I sometimes get little reminders from God that my time is coming. Now that we both have good paying jobs, I'm hoping it will be very soon. Until then, I'm living vicariously through all my pregnant friends. I know that sounds sad, but it's bittersweet. I just keep praying and waiting. Somehow, it's a little easier knowing we're here. I feel like this is where we're supposed to be.

God is Awesome!

So this week David and I have been focusing on trying to find seasonal work, going all over our side of Cincy trying to find places we could work. We applied at several places and kept praying that God would lead us in the right direction. We started on Monday, and I just got back from an interview at Macy's with a job! It pays great and it's actually a nice place to work where I feel like I'm surrounded by mature people. I just hope I can keep up, but by the grace of God I can. If this is where He wants me to be, then He will help me do what I need to do. David had an interview with Sears, and they apparently require a second interview, which he has tomorrow morning. They put him in docking and loading (working with trucks) instead of cashier, hoping that there is a position open for him. Pray that he finds favor.

My writing has unfortunately suffered greatly since moving, but I think it's because I've been so focused on getting a job and helping around the house, I've just been tired. Also still getting used to the city.

Another great piece of news is that I've gone down two pant sizes without realizing it! I'm still able to wear juniors at JCP, so I didn't know how it translated to women's. My pants are a 16 and some of Mom's jeans are 12. My pants are huge on me and Mom's jeans fit perfectly! My day just keeps getting better! God is so incredible!

We Made It

Well, we got moved and partially settled in. It was a very long and rough day, but we got it done. We still have some stuff to unpack, but for the time we aren't unpacking we will be relaxing this weekend and spending time with family and friends. Then probably starting on Monday we are going to start looking for jobs. Need some prayer that God will provide steady jobs quickly. That's all for tonight, but hopefully will be bringing good news soon.

Honoring Grandpa and Other News

I am posting this image of John Wayne in honor of my Grandpa, because the one year anniversary of his death is tomorrow (October 20th) and I will not have access to the internet until tomorrow when we are in Cincinnati. 

I remember a couple of major things my Grandpa said while he was still in his right mind, and one of them was to the nurse who came to care for him every little while. He had two identical pictures of John Wayne on his wall, and she asked if he was a John Wayne fan. His response? "I'm not a John Wayne fan, I'm THE John Wayne fan!" I'll never forget that.

Brighter news, we are moving tomorrow morning to Cincinnati, Ohio and I couldn't be more excited! It will be an adjustment, but I can't wait to see what God has for us there.