With the craziness we had this week, this is all I want to do all weekend...kissy kiss kiss! It is no secret that I am indecisive. We have to figure out what to do soon about a marathon, a car, vocations, family time, and finding balance.
Matt and I have been talking, praying, researching, and reading all week on these things:
* schooling options for him to help the job search. We have pretty much decided on an online master's program - and now just trying to figure out how to pay for it and pick the program. Matt is really excited about it, so I am happy for him :)
* running a marathon. We both can SO use some success in our life. A marathon is great for runners, as the feeling of accomplishment carries over into every area of you life. So far, we have some great connections to do the Marine Corps Marathon on Oct 31 in DC. We have flight passes we need to use up, places to stay, and know our way around. We would run with a charity partner, so it would mean some fund raising, but we are up to the challenge! We will know more on this by next week, hopefully...
* a car. This is news to many, but our main car is having troubles :( We need to find something smaller and more gas efficient, and soon too. Not sure where to start. We hope to find a "Dave" car locally... (cheap cheap!)
* vocations. My winery contract is through August 27th, with potential to renew. I would like to find something closer to home, Matt would like to find something at least part-time while he is in the MBA program. We are trying to stay positive, and humor it - but sometimes we are like, "what gives?! We are fun, educated, talented, hard workers!!" boo. We have to remind ourselves that we are not what we do - we are not "doings" but "beings". Amen.
Anyhoo, so that is what is on our plate currently. It is pretty overwhelming sometimes. That is why all I want to do this weekend is some laundry and cuddling with my hubby!!
Have a great weekend, all!
8 comments:
Amen to the "beings" not "doings." The "Martha" in me needs to be reminded of that every day! Thanks, Ruhiyyih! Praying for you guys!
Amen. It is hard, but so important to remember we are not defined by what we do, but by Christ. :)
Have a great weekend.
Aw, sweet photos!
It seems like quite an overwhelming list. Just take it one piece at a time. It'll all come together. :o)
I don't know if they have an MBA program, but Brien is all but finished getting his degree from Western Governors' University. It has been a WONDERFUL experience for him. Just thought I'd put that out there.
My prayers for jobs and solutions.
HUGS!!!
Oh Roo, I hear you. My heart is heavy with similar burdens today wondering once again, what we're missing or what we're doing wrong. Neither of which is probably the case. (I sense a lesson from Job here.) I think of you often, especially in moments like this when I get down and I know that chatting with you would make me feel better. :)
Keep on hangin' on & I will too. And eventually, we will have giant praises to report . . .until then, BIG HUGS to you and Matt!
Work is strange. Only recently do I feel like I am paid for what I am worth and still enjoy what I do. But Bob isn't done with his PhD, so he isn't working full time. Even when he is done we aren't sure if there will be a position for him. Our lives and our careers seem so much different like there is so much more turmoil and uncertainty than our parents' generation. My longest stint at a job is 2.5 years, that was unheard of 25 years ago! We all struggle with what to do and how to make it work, even with advanced degrees and ethics, but hang in there and know you are not alone.
Prayers and hugs to you both.
As you can see, lots of people are in the same boat. Good people, wanting a good life. Could it be, that life as we once knew it has irrevokably changed? And, if it has, what are the new dimmensions and parameters?
Have you guys checked into Liberty University's online program? It is one of the top in the nation and they offer TONS of scholarships!!!
I love your perspective and attitude on things. You are amazingly positive and I am so amazed by your faith.
You are an inspiration!
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