As I was walking around the soccer field/park across the street from our house, I thought of these words.
Six months ago, we were coming in and out of the cottage in Wautoma in the midst of a mild but still present winter - wondering what was going to happen to us next.
Now we have taken up residence here in De Pere. Sasha has settled herself securely on the front pillow in the window. I always wanted a "doggie in the window". She guards our corner lot, watching for any "intruders" from strollers to the four legged kind. Actually, it gets rather annoying at times, but she like we, are home.
I actually had a neighbor who wanted our dogs to have "play dates" (my term), when she dogsits. I have gone over to let the dogs to run in her back yard a couple times. We will see... The neighbors on the other side of our twindo invited us to an open house/bonfire and I had to ask my neighbors across the street for a ride to pick up our repaired car the other day. So we are getting to know the neighborhood a little.
Tom's job is going well. He works four long days and has three days off. He is travelling quite a bit to Door County - went up to Gill's Rock the other day. (Some of you know that Gill is my maiden name. If not, check my facebook name:)). He also has helped two families with memorial services
Anyway, I too am getting a settled "routine" (almost never the same schedule from week to week, but quite steady work) with Weight Watchers and some volunteer and church involvements. I see friends and family in the surrounding area and once again, was able to share a seminar at Break Away in Chilton.
We do miss our friends near and close but are starting to develop some needed stability. Our lives aren't perfect. Concerns and prayer needs for extended family and friends are always there - and our needs are added to the lot. We thank many of you who prayed for us to find a job and home once again. This one we think will take us to and through retirement:).
So as I walked back to our place and saw our open garage beckoning me back home, I am grateful for the difference six months have made.
