Of course today the weather is cloudy, damp and dreary. No fun outside time to spend with him. But we'll find things to do together inside. Right now he's doing a little job hunting. There's this one business that looked interesting, so he's dropping his resume off there, and we'll see what happens. And as far as we know, the layoffs have been put off for a while, we think. So we are not going to worry about, and we are not going to keep focusing on the 'week by week' mentality. He has a job, and unless otherwise told, he goes to work everyday, which we are thankful for. And instead of worrying and wondering all the time, we are going to keep our focus on the Lord, and the other things He has for us. Thanks again for all your prayers and concerns. If anything changes, believe me I'll let you know.
He's been working part time with a friend of his, and wow that extra money has really helped. I could easily go out and get some extra things yesterday, and that was a blessing. He gets to go out to lunch with a friend today, and I'm happy for him for that. He really needs some down time. And he insisted that I go to a mom's night out tonight. A couple of ladies from our homeschool group are meeting at a local mexican restaurant for dinner tonight. Obviously, I wasn't planning on going. I'm not going to spend his hard earned part time money on me. But he has insisted that I get out for a bit, and have some down time myself. I love my husband so much.
The kids seem to be flying through their work today. I think they go a bit faster on Fridays, knowing this is the end of it until Monday. Plus we let them rent some videos from the library, and they really want to watch them this afternoon. Paul and I will be working on a puzzle later. I think this is the perfect day to be doing that. Other than that, not much planned. I've been keeping busy with my crafts, and working on some websites I manage.
Oh, and before I forget, I will end this entry with an awesome blessing from the Lord. Me and the kids did go to service Wednesday night. It was a bit weird without Paul, but the worship was awesome, as was the service. During the announcements, they were talking about an upcoming woman's Christmas event. It wasn't real expensive to go, but a cost is a cost, regardless of how much. I do have a little spending money my mom gave me, but my CD/DVD drive on my laptop broke and I have to get it replaced. So all that spending money has to go to that. So I was sitting there having a pity party about not being able to afford the ticket, and wondering why the Lord didn't just give me one (I know, selfish and wrong, but I'm just being truthful). But the Lord reminded me of my spending money, so I said, yes Lord you are right. I will give up the drive I need so I can go to this event. And I left it with that, and enjoyed the service. After service I was chatting with a couple of friends. I went to find the kids, when another friend stopped me and asked me how I was doing. Then she asked, "Are you going to the woman's Christmas concert?" Truthfully I had completely forgotten about it. I told her I did plan on going, and she asked, "Can I buy your ticket for you?" Truly, even after asking for it from the Lord, I wanted to tell her no. I didn't want charity, and I didn't want people to feel like they have to take care of us. When I was asking the Lord for it (in my pity party), I didn't realize how truly humbling it would be if someone did it for me. So I swallowed my pride, and said yes. We walked up together, with lots of other people around, and I let her buy a ticket for me. Truly, a very humbling experience, but a blessing too.
I am so glad things are going well right now. I pray they continue to go well and even get better for you. I'm glad Paul had a day off. Those are always nice to have. I'm glad you get a night out. He's right, you need it!!!!
I hear so many people facing possible layoffs these days. Times are tough. It sure keeps us on our knees. You seem to have such a good attitude about it.
Thank God for good friends and a welcoming fellowship of believers. You are blessed.
Wow! What a truthful testimony. Your honesty is a blessing to us who are afraid to speak our hidden truths. I am thankful that you get to go. (-:
Blessings from Indy, Karen
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But we'll find things to do together inside. Right now he's doing a little job hunting. There's this one business that looked interesting, so he's dropping his resume off there, and we'll see what happens. And as far as we know, the layoffs have been put off for a while, we think. So we are not going to worry about, and we are not going to keep focusing on the 'week by week' mentality. He has a job, and unless otherwise told, he goes to work everyday, which we are thankful for. And instead of worrying and wondering all the time, we are going to keep our focus on the Lord, and the other things He has for us. Thanks again for all your prayers and concerns. If anything changes, believe me I'll let you know. 
So all that spending money has to go to that. So I was sitting there having a pity party about not being able to afford the ticket, and wondering why the Lord didn't just give me one (I know, selfish and wrong, 
but I'm just being truthful). But the Lord reminded me of my spending money, so I said, yes Lord you are right. I will give up the drive I need so I can go to this event. And I left it with that, and enjoyed the service. After service I was chatting with a couple of friends. I went to find the kids, when another friend stopped me and asked me how I was doing. Then she asked, "Are you going to the woman's Christmas concert?" Truthfully I had completely forgotten about it. I told her I did plan on going, and she asked, "Can I buy your ticket for you?" 
