GRATEFUL

I can't even describe how grateful I feel right now:-)

At the end of September our renters told us that they needed to move to California, because of family reasons. These renters have been such a blessing in our lives, because it has allowed us to not have to short sale or foreclose on a home that we put a lot of hard work into and memories. I was freaking out inside when she (the renter) gave her notice. I thought, "Oh no, now we are up the creek!" Anyway, Jonathan and I went to work getting our signs put up through out the area where our home is and listed it on Craigs list. We got many calls, but it just seemed that no one was willing to pay the amount we were asking. Seriously after A LOT of pleading to Heavenly Father and wanting to do His will, we had felt very strongly to continue to try to find renters and that everything would work out the way it needed to. So, this morning, amidst all the chaos of A LOT of kids at the house, I got a call from our renter, telling me that she was no longer moving and was wondering if she could sign a lease for another year. A huge weight was lifted off my shoulders and I instantly felt gratitude. So I went over with seven of the kids to the house to get things all situated. I am so grateful for a loving Heavenly Father who tests my faith and hears my prayers. I am grateful that he pushes me to want to be better. I am on cloud nine right now:-)

SORRY

Man, I really wish I could get on here and update, but I have been so busy with all that I am doing. I wish I had a better excuse, but it is what it is. With babysitting three extra ones, plus doing home school with one of my five, I just don't have the time to get on here and download pictures and such. Life is full and I wouldn't change it for the world. I feel extremely grateful that the Lord has provided so much for me and my family. A quick update....my twiner and her husband and 5 girls are moving here in a week. We get to have them stay with us until they find a home. We are SO excited to have them move so close and can not wait to cultivate our relationships with them:-) So until I have 3-4 extra hours more in a day or I am not tending to other kids, I will be pretty much avoiding this blog, Sorry:-/