5.08.2009

What to say?

I finally got internet access again today. So much has happened over the past 2 weeks I don't know here to start. We packed with the help of my mom, step-dad, and sister. Then loaded a 26ft truck with the help of 2 amazing friends (thanks Chad and Kristen), Jamie's dad, step-mom and brother. Drove to GA where we unloaded at 2 different houses with help from Jamie's dad's fam. Crashed, got up went to see some much loved friends in Marietta for a Tres de Mayo party. Thanks Ed and Julie, that was so amazing to be loved that much and fed such amazing food! Returned to the house we have so graciously been given to stay in till after the baby comes, went to bed. Jamie got up at 5am and drove to his job in Columbia. (that stunk)

He sold his car and drove ours to SC, so the girls and I had help from family getting around this week. We even got to have Jamie's mom stay with us a couple of nights. Then today, Emery takes off to run through the house and her mouth took out the coffee table. "Cringe" Yeah, it was bad. My aunt rushed over and drove us to the ped's office. He said no ER for stitches but we have to see a dentist early next week to see if the tooth will survive. Seriously?! I am wiped out.

We are praying our hearts out searching God for guidance. We need a car that will hold 3 car seats, but we really need Jamie to have a job here in GA first. This is so crazy! It just sucks to have your kids in such transition with a new baby coming in 4 1/2 weeks and their daddy/my husband having to spend the week away, all with no transportation. Just being honest. If at some point in the future when we see God's plan unfold, this is a reminder that it is not all joyous and happy-go-lucky. I am thankful that God is with us. Not in a cheesy "it'll all work out way", no He is giving me peace to get through this day by day. Yesterday I was reading and Romans 12:12 stood out to me: "Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer."

So I am trying to rejoice, be patient and stay in prayer (that last part isn't that hard right now honestly). In addition, we've been reading Walking with God by John Eldridge and part of what I just read is talking about while we are seeking his answer on something, it is important to open our eyes to see what He might be giving outside of what we are seeking.

God is giving us provision, support, love, peace, friends, family, good health, no more swelling for me and encouragement.

So that's where we are at right now. Daily bread. Job. Car.

3 comments:

Traci Theodore said...

I'll keep you all in my prayers. I know this is not easy for you all, but you've definately got your heart in the right place(s). Good luck.

Lora said...

praying for you, girl

Amanda said...

You have definitley got your hands full. Want you to know that I am thinking about you and call me anytime if you just need to talk. We miss you and are praying for you.