The Marathon

Transitions are long.  We are settling more and more everyday and we got a little extra shove this week.    I have felt myself a bit stuck since we got here- due to many factors: We are temporary in our house, it is hard to not feel like we are camping,  there is so much to do all the time that I never know where to begin,  we hit the ground running and we are still sprinting- so the idea of a marathon is a bit tough.  Alas..... This week the bumps are getting smaller and "home" is here.  I am sure  many of you have heard about the house explosion in Indianapolis.  Our new church is really in the middle of this tragedy this week.  With the involvement came many long days for Rob.  He has worked 15-16 hour days since last Sunday.  This became my "little push" to adjust to life here.  Without Rob around and being covered in prayer came amazing results. Adjustment!  We had an surprisingly blessed week- a peaceful and enjoyable school week, a clean house, meals all at home, and an overall sense of comfort. These are all things we have yet to experience in Indianapolis.

I am continually struck at how God confirms our move everyday.  Rob's gifts have been utilized and he is shining.  The kids are enjoying life- not completely- but more.  I am feeling settled, well at least more than I was. With God's little nudge to step it up this week- well- I take a deep breath and say "ok- it is time to be here!" So although we are on a marathon and this transition will continue to be long and we are far from settled.....we are being cheered on along the way and I know we are supposed to be in Indy.

MacKenzie and Annabelle on halloween

Sammy turned 8!!!!

Fun birthday with new friends

There are some things in Indy that deserve great attention...parked down the street- Look what we found!!!

good times 

New friends who bee keep- the treasures of our new life

She looks good in red!

Gramma and Grampa came to visit

 The word went out that Sammy had a birthday and didn't have many friends yet.......a call to action!  5 families came together to throw a surprise pirate bash for the little guy!!!! Everyone, even adults and teenagers dressed up, cake was made, decorations up, and the Surprise party began!  His response---well- he had a great time.  He was a bit confused because, "Mama- it's not my birthday????" (we had it a week before his big day) After he figured things out and the shock of the surprise wore off, he told me the next day-"I wish I could rewind and do it all again!" Success.

Everyone had fun

Everyone!!

treasure