Well, things are getting clearer. We have been waiting for some confirmation from the Lord about where to go, and, interestingly enough, He seems to be pointing towards Texas. I won't go into the various details, but things are pointing that way, and there is no other indication of somewhere else.
So, we are going to go for it, knowing full well that the Lord can do something dramatic to show us differently if we are off base.
We are leaving CA on April 30th in a moving van with the Hyundai towing behind. I'll drive the Mazda, and we'll do it in three days. We'll be moving in with Erin and Jim, while William finds a job, and we hunt for a house. Happily, there is a teacher job fair on May 8th which he can attend.
And, excitingly, we can actually afford to buy a home there. I'm a little dazed even imagining owning a home, since I've given up on the idea so completely as long as we're a one income family in Californa. I feel like living in Palmdale has helped prepare us for Texas weather, and I have gotten used to seeing most of the sky, which I like.
So, that's the latest. Please feel free to pray for us with the job and home hunt, and for safety as we travel.
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Exciting stuff! I can remember the butterflies that I felt as we began to make the real plans of returning, but it did not feel like reality until we were here for a while. I am glad things are beginning to grow clearer.
Your direction towards Texas is making Robin and me rethink our summer vacation plans. We might go on a 10 dat road trip in early July as far north as Portland and then fly to Texas later in June so we can spend a week or more with the Barnes and you guys and then get back in time for the Jensen babies birth. How's that for a run-on sentence. Then back to work for Robin August 14th. As Carol said, lots of fun ahead! Dad
Just two words for you: woo-hoo!!
:) Can't wait to have you all here!!!
Thanks everyone for your encouragement and enthusiasm. It's nice to have people in our lives who have gone before us, and can identify. We are looking forward to it too. And, of course it's a bit overwhelming to pack the house, but William is very proactive, so everything will be done ahead of time. Less stress at moving time.
Very exciting! I think you guys will love it there! We will be praying!
Thanks Meg for the insider scoop. Very helpful. I hope things go well and fall into place for you and Murry's future soon too.
It's so nice to read Meg's comment! I didn't know there were any old houses in that area! I'm just so happy for you guys to get to buy a home and settle down. It will be so hard to have you gone from this area, but it's very comforting to know you and Erin will be family for each other in the same area. Life moves on and changes come and we want to be in the present and enjoy it all. We love you!
We'll be praying for you, exciting times ahead. Thanks for keeping us updated!
That April 30th is a momentus day!
Yes, Nathan, and Happy Birthday to you tomorrow!
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