What to do...

Well, we're somewhat at a crossroads, and then again, somewhat not....

I think I mentioned previously that we found a house that we're interested in. I'm a bit concerned that it's not really big enough for us, square footage wise (we've got lots of "stuff", including furniture, electronics, etc) to be there more than a year or so. If we were to purchase, we'd have to stay there 3 years in order to not have to pay back the tax rebate for the $8k. I'm not sure that we'll be able to stay that long, in terms of space. Specially if a baby comes along, we're totally out of room.

Also the other issue with this particular house is that the guy wants waaaayyyyyy more than it's worth...as in, he's asking $142k, and it's probably only worth between $70k and $90k. So we'd have to do lots of fast talking to talk him down, if we could. There's work to be done on the house, some that would have to be completed before we could move in, it's in need of a GOOD cleaning, etc. So the value is definately an issue.

We've also found a house that we'd love to rent, and then possibly buy, however, it's going to snag in the fact that they want a credit check, and we won't pass it. We both have issues with our credit -- we're both willing to admit such. However, it's hard to get ahead when no one is willing to give you a chance, although I totally understand where they're coming from as well (they want to know that the rent will be paid, etc).

So we're kinda stuck. Not sure how we want to handle this, not sure what to do. I had hoped that we'd find a place before our (Nathan's) nephew got here for the summer, as he's a great kid and he loves to go to church with us, as well as the pool, and other fun stuff. I figure since I haven't found a job yet, I could entertain him -- however, not so easy to do here at my mom's. Plus I figured I could entertain him and munchkin at the same time, which would be nice, as they'd have a playmate and could enjoy themselves.

None of these things are life-threatening or even life changing really. They're all superficial in many ways, and I need to remember that. However, I also know that we need space to be on our own, and we need to figure out what we're going to do.

I'm kinda out of sorts at the moment, not sure where I want to go and what I want to do...any suggestions? feel free to comment me and let me know...

Job stuff -- Still haven't found anything. Have lots of applications out and hearing good things, but no solid leads. Waiting to hear from the school I REALLY REALLY want to teach at, and I'm hearing there might be another opening there as well, so it keeps sounding good. Pray for me -- that I can keep a sane and open mind, and that I remember that it's going to be God's will that is done -- NOT mine!

Prayer Requests -- Ms. B, Mr. D, and Little April Rose -- keep them in your prayers. B is still carrying April, after all this time, and she's still thriving (a MIRACLE)! B and D have lots of decisons to consider over the next few days, so please keep them in your prayers.

We've got VBS this next week, so I'm excited. I'm going to start decorating my room and getting my stuff together, so please pray that I don't lose my mind!

Nathan is going with his brother next weekend to pick up the nephew I referenced earlier. Sadly (or not) I will not be going with them, as it's a "brother weekend". So I'm stuck at home, hopefully packing or something :) Pray for their safety and my sanity while they're gone.

I think that's all I can really think of at the moment, but I'm sure if I think of something, I'll get back to ya! :)

Thanksgiving and more

Well, Thanksgiving is Thursday and I'm a bit behind. I haven't blogged since right after Halloween, and that's mainly due to being behind in everything (including my classes)! So here's the nutshell of what's going on:

We're moving in with my mom for a bit. Not entirely sure how long it will last (how long can my sanity take it?), but we're going. This is for several reasons, but part of it has to do with the prayer requests that I asked for right before Halloween.

The prayer request stuff: Things are getting better, and almost to a point where I can actually talk about what's going on. Not quite yet, but we're getting there. I would anticipate that I can actually begin talking about what's going on in about 2 to 2.5 weeks.

On the job front, I have an interview tomorrow at 1:15pm. Please Please PLEASE pray for me about this -- this is a great opportunity for me (and would help us out tremendously). I would LOVE to take the job that I am interviewing for tomorrow, but I know there are other candidates that are being interviewed. One of the best things about this job is that it wouldn't cause me to miss church and my activities there. The other is that I would be working with kids for the majority of the time (it's not a teaching job, I wish!). It's a local, family owned company, but is growing quickly and could expand in the next couple of years.

General: I've got a bad case of baby fever! This has been going on for awhile (anyone who knows me, knows this!), but it seems like all of my friends and half the women at church are turning up pregnant! I'm feeling like a minority at the moment, and I don't like it! As always, I'm thrilled for those friends of mine and ladies at church that they are being blessed so richly, but that doesn't make waiting any easier! Of course, one of my friends did try to help me by saying "well wouldn't it be nice to be one of the only ones pregnant instead of being pregnant with everyone else?", and I'm appreciative of her efforts, but it didn't work!!! haha.... I'm praying for God's strength -- I know that we'll have a baby when it's in His timing, but that doesn't make the waiting any easier.

Sick: My grandmother isn't feeling so hot -- she was on vacation down in TX seeing my uncle (her son), and came home a week early because she didn't feel good. I hate that, because I know with everything else going on, she needed a vacation, but it didn't work out that way. Alas, I do want her to get to feeling better.

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If I don't get back on here until after Thanksgiving, I do hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving and is blessed beyond measure. I know that I am! Glory to God! I am thankful for what He has given me the gift of eternal life that I have because of His Son!