Well it is Thursday, so here are 13 things I am looking forward to in the coming months!
1. MIKE COMES HOME!!!
2. Seeing Kate jump into her daddy's arms when he comes home.
3. Hopefully getting this outreach educator job
4. Our Disney Cruise and having the whole family together.
5. Kate's 5th birthday.
6. College Football!
7. Shorts and sweatshirt weather.
8. Mike coming home!
9. Spending more time with my family!
10. Kate's first ballet recital
11. Kate's first soccer game of the season.
12. The fair and it's yummy food!
13. Did I mention that Mike was coming home?
So what are you thankful for?
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
God's Plan vs Mine
Since we moved to the Chattanooga area over a year ago, I have been seriously seeking God's will for me regarding working. I am blessed that at the moment, I can stay home and not work. This time has given me a great opportunity to volunteer with the church, Mike's unit, and Kate's school. This has truly been such a blessing and I am so grateful for these opportunities. However, when Mike comes home, we will need a little extra income. and I truly miss being with students on a daily basis. I have been praying for God's guidance in this area.
I am in the process of applying for a position at the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga. This will be as an outreach educator. If hired, I will go to various schools with preplanned lessons that I will present to students in about an hour. This sounds so perfect to me. I can be in a classroom doing what I truly love to do and still have the flexibilty to be there with Mike and Kate. I have my second interview tomorrow and actually have to teach a lesson to an afterschool group. I am excited yet nervous at the same time.
My dilema is this. Is this God's will for me or my will? I truly want to follow God's will and I believe that this is it for now. This position will give me many of the opportunities that I desire at the moment. Please pray that I will listen to Him and not my own desires. I think this is a dilema that most Christians deal with. I am asking for prayers for me as I go through this process. I am also asking for prayer as I teach a lesson that I have not seen yet and did not prepare myself.
Thank you to all of you who pray for our little family daily! God is so faithful and I know that He is in control. The door He wants to open, He will open. We love you all!
I am in the process of applying for a position at the Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga. This will be as an outreach educator. If hired, I will go to various schools with preplanned lessons that I will present to students in about an hour. This sounds so perfect to me. I can be in a classroom doing what I truly love to do and still have the flexibilty to be there with Mike and Kate. I have my second interview tomorrow and actually have to teach a lesson to an afterschool group. I am excited yet nervous at the same time.
My dilema is this. Is this God's will for me or my will? I truly want to follow God's will and I believe that this is it for now. This position will give me many of the opportunities that I desire at the moment. Please pray that I will listen to Him and not my own desires. I think this is a dilema that most Christians deal with. I am asking for prayers for me as I go through this process. I am also asking for prayer as I teach a lesson that I have not seen yet and did not prepare myself.
Thank you to all of you who pray for our little family daily! God is so faithful and I know that He is in control. The door He wants to open, He will open. We love you all!
Sunday, August 24, 2008
I don't want to grow up
So, we are 5 months into this 7 month deployment that Mike is on. Kate and I are getting used to be "single" girls. It is just us. I love that my daughter and I are so close and that this time allows us to bond in a way that many moms and girls may not get. We are all we have day in and day out. Sometimes, however, it is not all that fun being the only grown up in the house.
Kate is an amazing child who usually listens and follow directions, but come on, she's 4. So sometimes I have to be the "bad guy" I know it is for her benefit, but I miss trading off the role. I also don't relish in the fact that I am the only comforter in the house. Tonight, we read our stories, worked on our Cubbies verses, and said prayers. Kate went to sleep and I begin to surf the internet and decompress from the day. I hear her sobbing loudly and rush to check on her. She is crying because she misses her daddy and is worried about him. My heart is breaking for my little girl. How do I make it all better? How do I explain that daddy is off defending her freedom and rights as an American? Does she really care that her father is considered a hero by many? Not really! She just wants him to be here for her. She needs her hero home to tuck her in, read stories, and say prayers together. So what do I do? I pray to God for the right words to say to comfort my 4 year old. I wrap my arms around her and resist the urge to cry myself and then bring her to my room to sleep tonight. This will solve a problem for both of us. Neither will have to sleep alone tonight.
I have known since the day Mike and I married that this would be our lifestyle. This is the path that God has chosen for us. It is a lonely road and lately it seems to be desolate. There are many people that God has put in our paths for times and seasons. Many people have chosen to take a different path than we have. We love our life and are truly blessed for the experiences that God has given us. But, today I miss having access to my best friends. In a way, I truly miss having best friends. I feel like my lifestyle has cause a rift or seperation from many people in my life. Most people just don't understand what Kate, Mike, and I go through everyday. In the 4 short years that we have been blessed with Kate, Mike has had to miss over 20 months over her life. To some, that may not seem like a lot, but do some math. Almost half of her short life.
Why do I write these things tonight? To vent, to pour out my heart, to ask for prayers. God is in control and is getting us all through this time. I truly think that I love my husband more now than the day that I married him. I am so amazed at the man that God is turning him into. He is truly my Prince Charming. I am grateful that God has continually put wonderful Christian friends and family nearby to help us during the struggle. I am climbing my way back up that mountain and out of this valley but only with the help of the Almighty God. I praise Him for these opportunities to rely on His strength. Mine is not enough.
Pray for us. We love you all and miss you dearly!
Kate is an amazing child who usually listens and follow directions, but come on, she's 4. So sometimes I have to be the "bad guy" I know it is for her benefit, but I miss trading off the role. I also don't relish in the fact that I am the only comforter in the house. Tonight, we read our stories, worked on our Cubbies verses, and said prayers. Kate went to sleep and I begin to surf the internet and decompress from the day. I hear her sobbing loudly and rush to check on her. She is crying because she misses her daddy and is worried about him. My heart is breaking for my little girl. How do I make it all better? How do I explain that daddy is off defending her freedom and rights as an American? Does she really care that her father is considered a hero by many? Not really! She just wants him to be here for her. She needs her hero home to tuck her in, read stories, and say prayers together. So what do I do? I pray to God for the right words to say to comfort my 4 year old. I wrap my arms around her and resist the urge to cry myself and then bring her to my room to sleep tonight. This will solve a problem for both of us. Neither will have to sleep alone tonight.
I have known since the day Mike and I married that this would be our lifestyle. This is the path that God has chosen for us. It is a lonely road and lately it seems to be desolate. There are many people that God has put in our paths for times and seasons. Many people have chosen to take a different path than we have. We love our life and are truly blessed for the experiences that God has given us. But, today I miss having access to my best friends. In a way, I truly miss having best friends. I feel like my lifestyle has cause a rift or seperation from many people in my life. Most people just don't understand what Kate, Mike, and I go through everyday. In the 4 short years that we have been blessed with Kate, Mike has had to miss over 20 months over her life. To some, that may not seem like a lot, but do some math. Almost half of her short life.
Why do I write these things tonight? To vent, to pour out my heart, to ask for prayers. God is in control and is getting us all through this time. I truly think that I love my husband more now than the day that I married him. I am so amazed at the man that God is turning him into. He is truly my Prince Charming. I am grateful that God has continually put wonderful Christian friends and family nearby to help us during the struggle. I am climbing my way back up that mountain and out of this valley but only with the help of the Almighty God. I praise Him for these opportunities to rely on His strength. Mine is not enough.
Pray for us. We love you all and miss you dearly!
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
I need help!
So I have been venturing into this online world of Myspace, Facebook, and the blogging thing. I am truly loving it! However, it is truly been an awakening for me. I have realized that I am technically challenged. I thought I was pretty good with these types of things. But, as you can see from my boringly decorated blog page and my lack of ability to find "flair" on Facebook, I am painfully inept in this department. So, anyone who wants to take pity on my and help, it would be greatly appreciated. I want a cute blog that really reflects my family's wonderful and kooky personality.
This is what happens when you do not have access to your TV for a few days! LOL So, any volunteers?
This is what happens when you do not have access to your TV for a few days! LOL So, any volunteers?
Monday, August 18, 2008
Old Friends
Saturday evening, I had the privilege to attend a surprise birthday party for an "old" friend (okay, pun intended) My good friend, Eric, turned 40 and his wife surprised him with party. It was such a great evening. Kate and I went and had a good time. I was able to see some friends that I had basically lost touch with. I so thankful for the opportunity to reconnect with these friends. Back in the day, these guys were all my big brothers. Even though I had a crush on a few, they were always perfect gentlemen and looked out for me during that weird adolescent period we all experience. God has truly blessed me with a wonderful husband who truly treats me like a queen. I truly believe that growing up with these friends helped me see what I needed in a husband. Guys- I love you and hope that we can all stay in better touch. You are my brothers and I have secrets! LOL Love ya'll!
Friday, August 15, 2008
Thursday 13 ( on Friday)
My friend, Hollie, started this trend and I think it is a great idea. Here are 13 random thoughts that are on my mind today.
1. I still can't believe that Kate has started preK this year.
2. It is hard to believe that this deployment is winding down and I am not totally insane, yet.
3. I have 2 job interviews next week, praise God! I am really torn between which job I am more interested in.
4. I am afraid to get a job, I have come to love being at home and not working.
5. I am really nervous for Mike to come home. The readjustment is always crazy.
6. Kate has truly been amazing lately. She is truly a gift from God.
7. I never realized how hard it was to come up with 13 things that are on my mind.
8. I wish my oldest friends and I were in better contact.
9. I love our church! I am praying for TCC Joe to be revealed!
10. I can't wait to retire and move back to Woodstock!
11. I am going to Woodstock this weekend and I am really excited.
12. My brother bought a house and I am so proud of him.
13. This is very revealing and again, more difficult than I thought it would be.
So, that's it. I can't believe that it is so late and I am still up, but I did it! Have a great weekend!
1. I still can't believe that Kate has started preK this year.
2. It is hard to believe that this deployment is winding down and I am not totally insane, yet.
3. I have 2 job interviews next week, praise God! I am really torn between which job I am more interested in.
4. I am afraid to get a job, I have come to love being at home and not working.
5. I am really nervous for Mike to come home. The readjustment is always crazy.
6. Kate has truly been amazing lately. She is truly a gift from God.
7. I never realized how hard it was to come up with 13 things that are on my mind.
8. I wish my oldest friends and I were in better contact.
9. I love our church! I am praying for TCC Joe to be revealed!
10. I can't wait to retire and move back to Woodstock!
11. I am going to Woodstock this weekend and I am really excited.
12. My brother bought a house and I am so proud of him.
13. This is very revealing and again, more difficult than I thought it would be.
So, that's it. I can't believe that it is so late and I am still up, but I did it! Have a great weekend!
our first blog
So I am new to this blogging phenomenon, but am totally intrigued. I am hoping to use this to keep updated with friends and family. Life as a Marine Corps family keeps us moving around and I feel like we need to catch up with more folks. Well, I hope to get better at this. Join us for this journey!
Mike, Annissa, and Kate
Mike, Annissa, and Kate
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