It's been a while

I've been working a lot (at Walmart) and it's been interesting thus far. I'm strongly convinced that God keeps us right where he wants us. We can of course be foolish and ignore what he's asking of us, but it's amazing to follow his guidence where he has us. I didn't get the job as the hospital cook and I found out that another job that I applied for wont be hiring until the spring. After reviewing our finances though, we realized Caleb can still go to school full time and be jobless with the income coming from Walmart. Pretty cool.

Another thing is I've been growing attached to some of the people that I work with. There are a couple that require a bit more patience to be around, but there are a few I feel I can make a significant impact on. My favorite person to work with is Connie. She's an older (60's I believe) woman that works two full-time jobs. She lost her husband in the summer and she's always tired from working so much. Despite that, she's a joy. She's sarcastic and cranky, but incredibly lovable and caring. She's guarded as well, but I think she feels safe with me. On top of all this, she reminds my of my Grandma Joyce (my dad's aunt who raised him). They look the same, talk the same, and the way she acts with me, reminds me of how Grandma Joyce acted with me. Of course I was twelve or so when she died, and not being twelve now, I feel very protective of Connie. Working so much has her worn out, so when I work with her, I try to make it easier on her. I also try making her smile, which, when she does, it's the most beautiful thing.

I want Connie to know Jesus. I want all of them to. God has me where he wants me right now and I'm content with that.

Other than work, life is great. I love my husband sooooooo much. I'm so glad that he doesn't work a night shift anymore. I love reaching my hand over on his side of the bed and finding him there.

A few other things: my dear friends, the Sorillas, are leaving Missouri this Saturday. They have been such great friends to Caleb and I and I know they will continue to be so. I'm going to miss them a lot. With this sadness comes a different joy however. One of my best friends, Lindsey, and her husband, are moving just down the street from us from NM. I'm so excited that she's going to live here. It's been too long since I've seen her for any significant amount of time.

In conclusion, God is really good. For reals.