It's Been a Long Week

I've completed my first week of working, and it went pretty well despite my being sick. I'm very tired and I can't tell if it's just from the job or from trying to act all happy and cheerful when in reality I feel miserable. I've been fighting a bad cough and runny nose for about a week now, and I'm probably going to go to the doctor. Dad and I are both sick, but at least I have time to rest now. Since I'm off this week, I'm going to focus on getting better, and doing some reading and writing.

Speaking of which, my dad found a story I had been working on several years ago and thought was lost. I'm going to see what I can do with it, since it was my first attempt at a book (at least I think it was supposed be a book) with no training at all. I have found that, as I've been in retail this week, that this isn't for me. I need to be writing and I seem to be thinking about it more, at random times, which to me is a good sign. I think that by being out in a work setting that is more "grown up" than what I've been accustomed to, is making me realize that I would rather be expanding my writing ability and intensifying my passion (maybe even getting paid for it!) than doing so-called "regular" work.

I know my posts may be short, but I don't really think about telling stories about co-workers or customers, nor do I think that's what people want to hear. My blog is about the different aspects of my life, and I try not to get too bogged down by nit-picking about one aspect or another. If my readers want to read something to the contrary, please let me know. I want to please my readers.

However, one aspect of my life has been put on the back burner, unfortunately. My relationship with God has been better, but it's always in the works, and reading my Bible is still a struggle. I've always had a strong prayer life, but other areas continue to suffer. I know I need to be better at reading, but I think maybe I finally figured out why I have such a hard time now. I feel like I've read the same thing over and over again, and I just get tired of it. I never have been one to read a book several times in a short period of time. It gets old, and I don't want it to be the same for the Bible, because I know it's the most important book I could ever read.

Happy Thanksgiving!

This week has been an important week for my family. My parents' 31st anniversary was yesterday and my sister-in-law's birthday is today.

I have so much to be thankful for today. God has richly blessed me and provided for me, both with a husband who loves me so much and a family who keeps us off the streets. Recently God has provided me and David with jobs that pay well and that we enjoy. For the past couple of days I have been sick with sinus garbage, but had to go to work anyway. Yesterday I felt worse than the day before, and God blessed my efforts because I had a very good selling day. David is doing well at his job as well. He was one of two hired on for the holiday, and was in a little competition for a full time position (the other would get part time). However, the other person vying for the job is no longer employed after a couple days, leaving David the only new person, which gives him a big advantage. He even picked up some of the hours open from when the other guy left. David has over 40 hours this week, which is a blessing because it shows his willingness to work hard, and he will get good money.

We are showing thanksgiving to some friends by inviting them over for lunch since they have no one with them this year.

Although God has decided not to bless me with children at the moment, I haven't lost faith but I do wish something had happened by now. I know that's not really a "thanks" but it does come to mind when thinking about all that I'm thankful for.

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!