The past few months have been fraught with energy-zapping experiences that have left me less than creative and illustrious. So, here's a quick run-down...
We've undergone some big changes.
If I were to pick up where my last post left off, I'd tell ya that our Allen hockey team DID go on to win the championship against Wichita. I thought you'd like to know that....
Especially due to the fact that Joe got a new job and we've since re-located back to the Wichita area.
The Lord certainly works in mysterious ways.
As much fun as there is to have there, we had some bizarre experiences in Texas. Even brutal.
But, as always, there is still much for which to be grateful!!!! Those periods of trial and difficulty were laced with beautiful miracles and those amazing tender mercies that are so vital to our existence. I wish I could share it all, because I love to share how the hand of the Lord is ALWAYS present and busy in our lives. There's SO much....
However, our number one reason in taking on the Texas venture was for LEARNING, and THAT was truly accomplished by all six of us. Joe ROCKED the business/networking world and that gift in him was cultivated and refined beautifully. It was so GREAT to watch him excel in those areas, and watch his confidence and countenance shine.
Through it all, we learned that although many things do not make sense to us now,
all our EXPERIENCES have given us EXPERIENCE.
In my head, that makes sense! I guess to me it means that we have
a great big NEW pocket filled with stories and people and LIFE.
An incredible resource to use for a further, higher purpose at a more perfect time and place.
And I know this: All of our experiences-even the icky ones-WILL BE FOR OUR GOOD.
What comforting knowledge!
"All things work together for good to them that love HIM"
Sadly though, I'll miss the culture, the weather, our beautiful home and neighborhood, community and all the incredibly sweet and loving people we now call friends! I'll miss the large population of members of our church and the strength that truly lies in those numbers. I'll especially miss that for my children, now that we have returned to the "wilderness"!
Honestly, I left with the feeling that so much was unaccomplished and unfinished.
Maybe it's because we are a family that seldom moves.
Whatever the case, it's simply a closed chapter now.
I am thankful for the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It has been comforting to have had Him so close and present during the past few months to guide us in our decision-making process. And for reasons we have yet to understand, we know we are absolutely where the Lord wants us to be.
We are thankful that Joe was able to get a job very quickly,
and that he will be better able to provide for our needs right now.
That is a responsibility he takes very seriously---so for that reason alone, the gratitude runs deep.
And, in case you are wondering---all this "experience" is seriously starting to make me feel OLD.
No rest for thewicked weary...
On to the next adventure.
We've undergone some big changes.
If I were to pick up where my last post left off, I'd tell ya that our Allen hockey team DID go on to win the championship against Wichita. I thought you'd like to know that....
Especially due to the fact that Joe got a new job and we've since re-located back to the Wichita area.
The Lord certainly works in mysterious ways.
As much fun as there is to have there, we had some bizarre experiences in Texas. Even brutal.
But, as always, there is still much for which to be grateful!!!! Those periods of trial and difficulty were laced with beautiful miracles and those amazing tender mercies that are so vital to our existence. I wish I could share it all, because I love to share how the hand of the Lord is ALWAYS present and busy in our lives. There's SO much....
However, our number one reason in taking on the Texas venture was for LEARNING, and THAT was truly accomplished by all six of us. Joe ROCKED the business/networking world and that gift in him was cultivated and refined beautifully. It was so GREAT to watch him excel in those areas, and watch his confidence and countenance shine.
Through it all, we learned that although many things do not make sense to us now,
all our EXPERIENCES have given us EXPERIENCE.
In my head, that makes sense! I guess to me it means that we have
a great big NEW pocket filled with stories and people and LIFE.
An incredible resource to use for a further, higher purpose at a more perfect time and place.
And I know this: All of our experiences-even the icky ones-WILL BE FOR OUR GOOD.
What comforting knowledge!
"All things work together for good to them that love HIM"
Sadly though, I'll miss the culture, the weather, our beautiful home and neighborhood, community and all the incredibly sweet and loving people we now call friends! I'll miss the large population of members of our church and the strength that truly lies in those numbers. I'll especially miss that for my children, now that we have returned to the "wilderness"!
Honestly, I left with the feeling that so much was unaccomplished and unfinished.
Maybe it's because we are a family that seldom moves.
Whatever the case, it's simply a closed chapter now.
I am thankful for the guidance of the Holy Spirit. It has been comforting to have had Him so close and present during the past few months to guide us in our decision-making process. And for reasons we have yet to understand, we know we are absolutely where the Lord wants us to be.
We are thankful that Joe was able to get a job very quickly,
and that he will be better able to provide for our needs right now.
That is a responsibility he takes very seriously---so for that reason alone, the gratitude runs deep.
And, in case you are wondering---all this "experience" is seriously starting to make me feel OLD.
No rest for the
On to the next adventure.
