Things are moving along...Kiely is getting laid off on the 25th of June, and his summer class starts that very same evening. We are giving our notice on our house and will be living with his parents for 2 1/2 months until school starts in the fall. As things would have it (or rather God), Kiely's company is still going to need him after they lay him off and so they are going to re-hire him as an independent contractor part time and be paying him almost 3x's what he make now!!! It really couldn't work out any more perfectly. Now, he'll have time for school, but still be making money...and for less time. Hip-hip hooray!!!
In the mean time I'm trying to totally downsize our "stuff" in as many ways as possible....and as much as I've tried to keep it that way, we have a LOT of stuff. And for some reason, when I get slightly overwhellmed, instead of cleaning the dining room (usually where my projects or odds-n-ends accumulate) or something else obviously disastrous, I will find myself deep in a closet reorganizing and cleaning that out instead! Truly, this has happened more than once or twice. Just last week I sorted through our whole upstairs closet that has baby clothes and such equipment in it. I boxed up more than half of it to pass on to my sister-in-law and made phone calls to arrange new homes for a few other items...all this while, not ten feet away from me sat a huge pile of the boys laundry that was 3 days overdue to be folded and put away. I sure felt better when I was done though and every so often when I'm walking by I open the closet door and sigh a VERY contented "sigh"!!!
There is just something about knowing the deep, unseen things are in order, even when the surface may not be : )
p.s. thanks to everyone for the info on switching my background...isn't it cute??
Bounding, bumping, & laughing through life!
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Sunday, April 26, 2009
change!
So I've been noticing many of your blogs have customized backgrounds. I am looking for a change and was wondering if you might share the tips on how to spruce up my page...
As far as our life is going, Kiely's last day at work is going to be in May. Wow! It's really coming up fast. Kiely is enrolled at Portland State, he's starting his first class in June, we're contemplating moving in with is parents to save money, are really looking forward to a more flexible summer, will be moving to Portland in the fall when Kiely will start classes full-time!
I think we're ready for the adventure! So off we go!
As far as our life is going, Kiely's last day at work is going to be in May. Wow! It's really coming up fast. Kiely is enrolled at Portland State, he's starting his first class in June, we're contemplating moving in with is parents to save money, are really looking forward to a more flexible summer, will be moving to Portland in the fall when Kiely will start classes full-time!
I think we're ready for the adventure! So off we go!
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
My Little Men...Glorious!
Here are my little men in action...as if that was hard to come by : )
I just don't usually have the camera on hand.
Benjamin
Happy and lovin' life...even if his brother just took away his ball.Justus
Trying to be silly for the camera-such a poser!Gabriel
Captain Gabriel! Not a day goes by without a valiant effort to defeat the "bad guys"!My mighty warrior!!!
(To what he says, "No! I'm Gabriel")
He-he-he!
p.s. no more coffee for me. It's almost 2am and I'm typing away on the computer...THAT is not natural!
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Crazy-Perhaps! Excited-Definitely!!!
So, it seems like things are falling into place. It's so different from what I originally had in mind that it's hard for me to get a firm grasp on it's reality...but I'm pretty sure it's for real!!!
My amazing, talented and brilliant husband is going back to school!!!
Yup! Our sole provider for the last 4years is going to be a full-time student for the next 1 1/2 to 2yrs to get his master's degree in Electrical Engineering. And we're excited! When Kiely and I did our pre-marital counseling nearly 6 years ago, one thing he said was the most important to him, was having a wife that supported him. I wholehearted believe that that is one of the reasons God created women in the first place.
I've always remembered that and am learning bit by bit what that fully entails and how it plays out for us. I'm finding that the more I support his dreams and take them as my own, the more joy I find, and in turn, the more I want to help him fulfill those ambitions. It's a win-win cycle and we're getting ready to dive headlong into the heart of it!
Not that I'm not nervous. We are going to be making some rather large financial adjustments and from what I hear, we may not see Kiely as often as is desireable. So, it will be a great test to see how well my heart "really" lays hold of this concept...but all-in-all, I'm ready for the Adventure!!!
My amazing, talented and brilliant husband is going back to school!!!
Yup! Our sole provider for the last 4years is going to be a full-time student for the next 1 1/2 to 2yrs to get his master's degree in Electrical Engineering. And we're excited! When Kiely and I did our pre-marital counseling nearly 6 years ago, one thing he said was the most important to him, was having a wife that supported him. I wholehearted believe that that is one of the reasons God created women in the first place.
" The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him." Genesis 2:18
I've always remembered that and am learning bit by bit what that fully entails and how it plays out for us. I'm finding that the more I support his dreams and take them as my own, the more joy I find, and in turn, the more I want to help him fulfill those ambitions. It's a win-win cycle and we're getting ready to dive headlong into the heart of it!
Not that I'm not nervous. We are going to be making some rather large financial adjustments and from what I hear, we may not see Kiely as often as is desireable. So, it will be a great test to see how well my heart "really" lays hold of this concept...but all-in-all, I'm ready for the Adventure!!!
Thursday, March 26, 2009
The Verdict...
Well, we heard back from the company in Everett today and they decided to hire another applicant! Sooooo many different emotions going on here. My first impression-dissapointment! It really seemed like the perfect fit and would have gotten Kiely in the field of engineering he's most interested in-robotics! Just last night a friend from highschool that I've recently kept up with via blogging told me that her and her husband live in Mukilteo-the same town the company is in. I know God has a plan, but sometimes I wonder if He's trying to be confusing, or if that's just how it goes sometimes???
Another set of emotions-sympathy and defensiveness. I know my man is amazing and pretty brilliant, but with his current company thinking his job can be passed off to general technicians and this other company finding someone they thought fit the job better I don't want him to feel inadequate or rejected-because he's not!!!
Finally, relief! We would have made it work, and probably loved it, but our desire to find a smaller community that we can really settle into and not feel pressed by the cost of living. We've moved around alot in the last few years and with the boys getting close to school and having owned and rented-we're ready to make a permanent home. Where that is, only God knows right now, but I will say that He's never left us or forsaken our desires. Our God is GOOD!
Melody
Another set of emotions-sympathy and defensiveness. I know my man is amazing and pretty brilliant, but with his current company thinking his job can be passed off to general technicians and this other company finding someone they thought fit the job better I don't want him to feel inadequate or rejected-because he's not!!!
Finally, relief! We would have made it work, and probably loved it, but our desire to find a smaller community that we can really settle into and not feel pressed by the cost of living. We've moved around alot in the last few years and with the boys getting close to school and having owned and rented-we're ready to make a permanent home. Where that is, only God knows right now, but I will say that He's never left us or forsaken our desires. Our God is GOOD!
Melody
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Our ups and Downs
Do you believe God always has a plan? I do, but oh how I can forget when I don't see the details firsthand. : ) (I'm still learning to trust and let go)
We are in limbo right now. Kiely's company was bought out a little over a year ago and combined with economic stresses, they are panicking and, in our opinion, making very rash choices! They are based in Kansas and have moved a large percentage of the company over there and rumors are that Kiely's job is soon to be moved or lost. He interviewed for a job up in Everett Washington the other day and we are waiting to hear back. After his interview (that was 5hrs long-does that mean something?), we drove around and looked at the area.
Here's where the anxiety comes in...it's so big and so....expansive. Lot's of people, lots of stores and roads and telephone wires...and very impersonal!!! We love that here in Astoria (despite the weather), we have the sense of community. We love going downtown...cute shops, minimal traffic, personal relationships etc. There are a few communities skirting where the company is, but cost is also somewhat of a concern.....And of course, we don't even know if he's getting the job. Aahhhhh, ha! Deep sigh!
Well, whatever happens, God is good and in control...and we will miss our family and friends! Until then, I'll keep you posted.
Blessings,
We are in limbo right now. Kiely's company was bought out a little over a year ago and combined with economic stresses, they are panicking and, in our opinion, making very rash choices! They are based in Kansas and have moved a large percentage of the company over there and rumors are that Kiely's job is soon to be moved or lost. He interviewed for a job up in Everett Washington the other day and we are waiting to hear back. After his interview (that was 5hrs long-does that mean something?), we drove around and looked at the area.
Here's where the anxiety comes in...it's so big and so....expansive. Lot's of people, lots of stores and roads and telephone wires...and very impersonal!!! We love that here in Astoria (despite the weather), we have the sense of community. We love going downtown...cute shops, minimal traffic, personal relationships etc. There are a few communities skirting where the company is, but cost is also somewhat of a concern.....And of course, we don't even know if he's getting the job. Aahhhhh, ha! Deep sigh!
Well, whatever happens, God is good and in control...and we will miss our family and friends! Until then, I'll keep you posted.
Blessings,
Monday, March 16, 2009
Happy Birthday!!
Well, Benjamin is already 1 year old.
It seems to go faster and faster with each child.
Having three boys, I thought to some extent they would start to repeat themselves...but, even on our third, he is totally his own person and not in any way a duplicate of his brothers.
The things I love about Benjamin...
He has been sweetness from day one! Smiling and cuddling the whole way.
His blonde curly hair-Finally! : )
He loves to play the drums. Kiely got bongos for Christmas and Benjamin bee-lines for them whenever they come down. We also have a set of congas in our play room and he stands on the step stool to drum away anytime he can!
He loves his daddy, but is such a mama's boy-melt my heart!
He is already trying to wrestle with the other boys and just laughs if he gets knocked a good one. Such a little man!
It seems to go faster and faster with each child.
Having three boys, I thought to some extent they would start to repeat themselves...but, even on our third, he is totally his own person and not in any way a duplicate of his brothers.
The things I love about Benjamin...
He has been sweetness from day one! Smiling and cuddling the whole way.
His blonde curly hair-Finally! : )
He loves to play the drums. Kiely got bongos for Christmas and Benjamin bee-lines for them whenever they come down. We also have a set of congas in our play room and he stands on the step stool to drum away anytime he can!
He loves his daddy, but is such a mama's boy-melt my heart!
He is already trying to wrestle with the other boys and just laughs if he gets knocked a good one. Such a little man!
Happily drumming with daddy on the congas
He emptied our tupperwear drawer so there was room for him...such a cozy place to sit!
Benjamin thoroughly enjoying the left over shaving cream activity on the table...he did not want to get down : )
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