I've been so busy and haven't had a chance to write a blog lately. I want to do better than this. Perhaps once we move and get settled in I will. There's a lot going on right now. We're waiting to hear from Trinity regarding financial aid for Scott's summer classes he'll begin in July. I'm so ready to hear back from them with good news.
I've got to begin doing things like notifying utility companies I no longer require their service and usps about our address change. It's really getting down to the wire. Wow. I can't believe I'll be a yankee. I am very excited about all of the changes coming. I'm the kind of person that welcomes change. I find it refreshing. Let me get one thing straight though, I do not like changing states to where I am not near my family and friends. I'm referring to all of the new surroundings I'll have. There are so many awesome things to do there. And I'm pretty giddy about having a new place to decorate and make my own. :)
There are still a few loose ends to tie up but I know it will happen. God has proven he is faithful to provide throughout this whole process and I know he's not done yet.
We went to church with Scott's parents yesterday morning. He grew up in this church. At the end of the service the pastor asked us and all of the family there to come up. The whole congregation came and surrounded us as a leader of the church prayed over us. It was so sweet. It was the first of our goodbyes. I didn't cry, which surprised me. I'm sure I will over the next couple of weeks though!
Please continue to pray for us. The emotions are beginning to rise and I don't want to let it overtake me!
Melissa :)
Monday, May 16, 2011
Sunday, April 3, 2011
It's a waiting game
As I'm typing I am waiting for Ethan to wake up so I can take him to the ER to see what's causing his mildly high fever. More than likely, it's ear infections. Hence the tugging of the ears he's been doing all day. He'll be better once he get's some antibiotics in his system.
There's not much to update everyone on the status of Chicago. We did submit our request to have an apartment on campus and should get a phone call by the end of next week. The seminary opened the submission of forms up on Friday. Needless to say, I submitted ours at 12:10am Friday morning. Yes, I am on top of it. They're pretty much given on a first come, first serve basis so I couldn't afford to not be one of the first to submit! It's so important that we live on campus too. Not only will it save us money on gas, but the benefit of me being surrounded by wives with children that have had to transition like I am about to do, is vital for my sanity!
I believe that God will begin to show us his master plan. I am on the edge of my seat waiting too!!!!! Where is the funding going to come from? Where will we live? How is he orchestrating this out behind the scenes?? Only time will tell.
There's not much to update everyone on the status of Chicago. We did submit our request to have an apartment on campus and should get a phone call by the end of next week. The seminary opened the submission of forms up on Friday. Needless to say, I submitted ours at 12:10am Friday morning. Yes, I am on top of it. They're pretty much given on a first come, first serve basis so I couldn't afford to not be one of the first to submit! It's so important that we live on campus too. Not only will it save us money on gas, but the benefit of me being surrounded by wives with children that have had to transition like I am about to do, is vital for my sanity!
I believe that God will begin to show us his master plan. I am on the edge of my seat waiting too!!!!! Where is the funding going to come from? Where will we live? How is he orchestrating this out behind the scenes?? Only time will tell.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Here We Go
I decided I needed to begin a blog. There is so much going on! Exciting and scary stuff guys.
"It's a new dawn. It's a new day. It's a new life for me and I'm feeling good." Well, most of this is true. My life is about to drastically change. My husband, Scott, just found out that he has been accepted into a seminary in Chicago. I am torn between being ecstatic that he is pursuing a call on his life, and being extremely sad about leaving the only life I've ever known. I have a wonderful family and amazing friends that all live here. :( I just don't want to even think about it. This will be the hardest thing I've ever done.
On a funny note, when Scott saw the email, he handed me his phone and asked me to read it out loud. I've only seen the look he gave me one time before.....when I showed him the positive pregnancy test when I was pregnant with Ethan. The look of, oh my goodness.....EVERYTHING is about to change. And it will.
How exciting to know that he is pursuing a life of full time ministry. I am very proud of him and look forward to going on this journey along side him. I actually have the opportunity as a wife of a full time student to take one class a semester either 1/2 off for credit or free for none. This is both awesome and terrifying. I am just not a good student! The thought of having to write a paper intimidates me! I'm just not into the "heady" theological realm to the degree of feeling called to study it like he is. I know it's important to pursue your own understanding of who God is but beyond simple personal study I just get lost. Please pray for me regarding this because I think I may accept the challenge. The worst thing that could happen is that I start the class and end of dropping out. No harm done.
To all of my friends and family who read this: I love you all. Let's be purposeful in spending time together between now and June. Start saving up some money to come see us in Chicago too! ;)
"It's a new dawn. It's a new day. It's a new life for me and I'm feeling good." Well, most of this is true. My life is about to drastically change. My husband, Scott, just found out that he has been accepted into a seminary in Chicago. I am torn between being ecstatic that he is pursuing a call on his life, and being extremely sad about leaving the only life I've ever known. I have a wonderful family and amazing friends that all live here. :( I just don't want to even think about it. This will be the hardest thing I've ever done.
On a funny note, when Scott saw the email, he handed me his phone and asked me to read it out loud. I've only seen the look he gave me one time before.....when I showed him the positive pregnancy test when I was pregnant with Ethan. The look of, oh my goodness.....EVERYTHING is about to change. And it will.
How exciting to know that he is pursuing a life of full time ministry. I am very proud of him and look forward to going on this journey along side him. I actually have the opportunity as a wife of a full time student to take one class a semester either 1/2 off for credit or free for none. This is both awesome and terrifying. I am just not a good student! The thought of having to write a paper intimidates me! I'm just not into the "heady" theological realm to the degree of feeling called to study it like he is. I know it's important to pursue your own understanding of who God is but beyond simple personal study I just get lost. Please pray for me regarding this because I think I may accept the challenge. The worst thing that could happen is that I start the class and end of dropping out. No harm done.
To all of my friends and family who read this: I love you all. Let's be purposeful in spending time together between now and June. Start saving up some money to come see us in Chicago too! ;)
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