While the timeline for our move is happening quite fast (We pack up Sept 30th, and drive away Oct. 1st) it is really the anticipation that is killing me. I keep trying to pause and take in all the "lasts" we will experience here with our family and friends in California. It sounds so weird to say that, I knew one day we would move, but I never realized how quickly it could happen!
Each day I pack a few boxes and have Kevin load them into our garage space- that way when we move almost everything will already be downstairs (I figure if we do a little each day- it wont seem as miserable when the day to pack it in the truck comes). So far things have been going smoothly, I feel quite accomplished because I have only paid for tape so far! All our boxes and packaging has been FREE since I went to Salvation Army and got free boxes from them- they will give you some if you donate or are moving! It was awesome! I have also been using old newspaper/grocery ads to stuff/wrap most the stuff. Lets hope it pays off and we don't end up in Seattle with boxes of broken glass! YIKES!
Since making our decision, I may have secured a part time position, and plan on nannying part time in addition. It has been my goal to get back to working with kids again, as that is my passion, my calling, and my greatest joy in life; serving families. But I will post MORE on that later! Please pray that as we get there, the Lord will guide Kevin in his job search and that he will be inspired by our new surroundings to serve wherever that may be!
We are also eagerly anticipating joining a new church! That is something brand new to us. Saint Andrews has been the church for both of our families since our parents were kids. We are so excited to go to a church and be met and known as "Kevin and Colleen Cox" Weird. We also want to join some type of sports league! Fun right!? I have never done such because I am a bit too competitive and needed the Lord to soften my insane need to win.... just being real! And I think that he has over tha last few years- so here I am- ready to go play flag football, or soccer, or volleyball, or even softball! Gasp! Never thought I'd get there! haha! Okay that is just an update for you all!
Please keep praying for peace, patience, and that we would seek GOD above all else as we continue in this new journey together! God is so faithful!
I love your comment about being introduced to new friends by your "new name"! It's still funny to me that so many of our Colorado friends don't even know what my maiden name is :)
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