Friday, September 28, 2012
this week
has been a good one.
new schedules, feeling semi-normal adjusting to the new job.
cooked dinners at night, nice long runs, falling asleep reading this book.
if you haven't read it, I highly reccomend you go pick it up this weekend.
and read it all, so we can talk about it.
this weekend we're preparing to relax.
I have to work a few hours Saturday morning, but then it's sister blo out time.
I've never been to a blo dry bar--but with a groupon that made is $12 to look great and someone else doing all the work, who could resist? any suggestions on which one to pick??
and time with a sister I've waited my whole life to have--getting sisters has been great.
I'll also be getting ready and figuring out my topic for 31 days. (linkup by the nester)
I read a lot of them last year, and since I write this blog to reflect and grow.
I've always wanted to challenge myself to write for 31 days straight on a topic, and see what comes of it.
I don't have my topic yet, but I'll spend a lot of time this weekend working it out.
I'm nervous and excited and all those emotions wrapped up in one about this 31 days thing.
and in between, I'll be soaking up all the fall I can find.
In Texas, it's a short (sometimes non-existant) season that lasts only a few days.
but I cram all the pumpkin into those days that I can find.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
oh hello, old friend
um. I haven't posted in nearing 3 weeks. that was an unintentional but very needed blogging break.
oops. sorry. but the thing about blogging for me, is that it's my family's story. and for now, our story was adjusting. Finding a new pattern, new sense of what's familiar.
In the meantime, here's what we've been up to:
+combining the last week of work at UT and the first two weeks of work at the new job
+ lots of running (the marathon's in 48 days. 48!)
+ an 18 mile run I wasn't quite sure I could do. Let me tell you, I was the queen of the world when I finished.
+ an hour commute each way
+life: cooking, cleaning, laundry. whey is the laundry never over?
+ speed dating church style looking for a small group. one word: ACKWARD.
+ eager anticipation of the new Mumford and Sons cd.
+ reading this book.
+ first time to the food truck park for dinner + dessert.
if you're an instagram follower (laurenbattershell), you might have noticed I've taken my time getting some new products ready. It's been very fun and very different, and they are all ready and waiting to be photographed. I've wanted to expand the shop in a completely different direction for a long time, and I've finally done it.
to celebrate that I'm back and the items are now up, use the code FRESH for 20% off all NEW turban headwraps.
oops. sorry. but the thing about blogging for me, is that it's my family's story. and for now, our story was adjusting. Finding a new pattern, new sense of what's familiar.
In the meantime, here's what we've been up to:
+combining the last week of work at UT and the first two weeks of work at the new job
+ lots of running (the marathon's in 48 days. 48!)
+ an 18 mile run I wasn't quite sure I could do. Let me tell you, I was the queen of the world when I finished.
+ an hour commute each way
+life: cooking, cleaning, laundry. whey is the laundry never over?
+ speed dating church style looking for a small group. one word: ACKWARD.
+ eager anticipation of the new Mumford and Sons cd.
+ reading this book.
+ first time to the food truck park for dinner + dessert.
if you're an instagram follower (laurenbattershell), you might have noticed I've taken my time getting some new products ready. It's been very fun and very different, and they are all ready and waiting to be photographed. I've wanted to expand the shop in a completely different direction for a long time, and I've finally done it.
to celebrate that I'm back and the items are now up, use the code FRESH for 20% off all NEW turban headwraps.
Friday, September 7, 2012
home
If I haven't made it clear, I want to make it known now
Sam really has been the only way I've made it through the last 7 weeks of this job.
He's been completely supportive, doing all the dishes, housework, and letting me crash asleep whenever I can get a minute.
the picture of these vows (though they are not the ones we said at our wedding) have never been more true than they are now. It's funny to me--we promise things at a wedding, and as we grow together, they become more true then when we promised them.
I am madly in love with my husband. like, widly, madly, crazy in love with him. he is loving and patient and gentle and he leads me so well; he is easy to follow and easy to serve. he is quick to forgive and quick to ask for forgiveness. he makes me laugh daily. there isn't a favorite memory with him...but just a complete and utter underservingness on my part of how he loves me daily. i am so so thankful, day after day, to be his. to get to share his name. to know that he has promised me his whole life here on earth. to know that when the Lord made Samuel in his mother's womb, he was making him for me. my husband loves me with a love that is powerful and transforming. he loves me as to push me more towards Christ. i am madly in love, deeply underserving, and utterly thankful.
I love you, Samuel.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
where we're headed
as you've probably gathered around here, this new job change has been rough. When I tell people I work for the university, they all smile with delight and say "You must love working at your alma mater." But sometimes things are not what they seem. And thus working here has been anything but great.
I won't tell you all the little facts of this job, but all parts of it: the commute, the work, the pay, the management....pretty much led to me a position where I was willing to do anything but this. Nanny, Starbucks, Walmart were all things I considered doing to tide me over until I could find a new job.
I fell into a place that was dark and sad; a place no one should be. I felt depressed, useless, stupid and at times, crazy. I watched some of my favorite things about myself disappear and I cried myself to sleep many a night feeling helpless, frightened and trapped. You guys, I've been miserable. It's insane how much a job can do that to you and the effect it can have on your whole life.
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I know there's a lot of people out there job hunting and searching; trust me, you're not alone. If you ever want someone to talk to about it, email me! I've been there.
also: if you're in a place like me, dealing with difficult people, this post is a must read.
I won't tell you all the little facts of this job, but all parts of it: the commute, the work, the pay, the management....pretty much led to me a position where I was willing to do anything but this. Nanny, Starbucks, Walmart were all things I considered doing to tide me over until I could find a new job.
I fell into a place that was dark and sad; a place no one should be. I felt depressed, useless, stupid and at times, crazy. I watched some of my favorite things about myself disappear and I cried myself to sleep many a night feeling helpless, frightened and trapped. You guys, I've been miserable. It's insane how much a job can do that to you and the effect it can have on your whole life.
And then something happened: I got an interview, and then another. And a job offer. At a place where I'm back doing research. You guys, I never realized just how happy I am when doing science. I never dreamed my career would fulfill me this much or have such an impact on my day.
Life's too short to settle and just merely go through the motions; to accept
things and just "get over it"; and I wasn't going to do it anymore. And by the grace of God and support of my family and friends, I'm moving on.
And so next Friday I'm saying so long to this place and headed to the next one.
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I know there's a lot of people out there job hunting and searching; trust me, you're not alone. If you ever want someone to talk to about it, email me! I've been there.
also: if you're in a place like me, dealing with difficult people, this post is a must read.
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
september goals
It's hard for me to believe it's September.
This year has gone faster than all other years, it seems.
So I've started to list out monthly goals.
Things I want to get done and not just let time flash by without noticing.
I'll try to recap the previous months' goals in each new post.
read three books this month
I'm a reader, but somewhere in adulthood the working + running + cooking has left this favorite hobby a little out of the loop. I'm wanting to make sure I plan time to read.
homecooked meals
with this new crazy work schedule, the amount of cooking I do is pathetic. I'm striving for 4 homecooked meals a week.
run 3 times during the week
With the marathon only 69 days away, I've got to be more diligent about getting my runs in during the week. This means not sitting on the couch when I get home--it's my kryptonite. If I sit down, my productivity for the night is immediatly zapped. I have my Saturday long runs with my local running group, which are great; but I need more dedication on those weeknights.
organize our files
We are organized people, but yet, our personal files don't seem to have a good system. Any reccomendations?
This year has gone faster than all other years, it seems.
So I've started to list out monthly goals.
Things I want to get done and not just let time flash by without noticing.
I'll try to recap the previous months' goals in each new post.
read three books this month
I'm a reader, but somewhere in adulthood the working + running + cooking has left this favorite hobby a little out of the loop. I'm wanting to make sure I plan time to read.
homecooked meals
with this new crazy work schedule, the amount of cooking I do is pathetic. I'm striving for 4 homecooked meals a week.
run 3 times during the week
With the marathon only 69 days away, I've got to be more diligent about getting my runs in during the week. This means not sitting on the couch when I get home--it's my kryptonite. If I sit down, my productivity for the night is immediatly zapped. I have my Saturday long runs with my local running group, which are great; but I need more dedication on those weeknights.
organize our files
We are organized people, but yet, our personal files don't seem to have a good system. Any reccomendations?
Friday, August 31, 2012
reading recap: july + august
Some of my favorite memories from my childhood were reading a book under my covers at night with a flashlight. To me, a books have always been a way to escape the world and travel, even when you can't go anywhere. There is a magic in books that can't be found anywhere else.
I don't talk about reading much on my blog, but in real life, one of my favorite things to do is curl up with a good book. Rainy day? I'm reading. Cool evening? I'm on the porch reading. Bus ride to work? I'm reading.
So, I've made the decision to share (monthly or bi-monthly) all the things I've read and my thoughts on them. If you're a reader too, I'd love to hear your opinion or what's on your list. AND let's be goodreads friends. You say you don't know what goodreads is? Ah, it's book heaven. Facebook for books. With recommendations based on what you've read.
Book: Those Who Save Us
Finished: Early July
I picked this book up after reading this post by Elizabeth, and it has been one of the best books I've read in a long while. It takes a real and honest look at the relationship between a mother and daughter during WW11. Writing from the perspective of the German civilians, it's a book that makes you look at perspective. The character depth was rewarding--I felt and sympathized with both Anna and her daughter, Trudy.
Book: The Weird Sisters
Finished: Early August
This book took me a while to get into,and not just because of the unknown narrator and juvenile behavior of the characters. I found the unknown narrator irritating-at first I thought I might have missed who was doing the narrating and kept going back to see, but then I realized the book was supposed to be like that, that there was no one narrator. For the majority of the book, I didn't connect with the characters or find them interpreting. I thought their lives and problems were flat and simple, very one dimensional. It wasn't really worth the read--but once I was 100 pages in, I felt invested and hoped for a great ending. I wouldn't recommend it to a friend.
Book: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Finished: Early July
This book initially appealed to me because of my interest in cancer research, but once I finished it, I was recommending this book to anyone who would let me talk about it. It's the story of a woman, Henrietta Lacks, whose cancer cells were unknowingly taken from her during her treatments, and revolutionized cancer research. The medical advances and height of advancements made from Henrietta's cells is contrasted to the life of her family--poor and struggling to make ends meet, with no knowledge of the life of their mothers' cells. This story is so important and overwhelming, and on many levels, sad and depressing. There were parts of this book where I found myself holding my breath in horror, parts where I cried and sympathized with her family, and parts where I was in awe of the advancements made. It's worth the read.
The Hobbit
Finished: Late August
I don't talk about reading much on my blog, but in real life, one of my favorite things to do is curl up with a good book. Rainy day? I'm reading. Cool evening? I'm on the porch reading. Bus ride to work? I'm reading.
So, I've made the decision to share (monthly or bi-monthly) all the things I've read and my thoughts on them. If you're a reader too, I'd love to hear your opinion or what's on your list. AND let's be goodreads friends. You say you don't know what goodreads is? Ah, it's book heaven. Facebook for books. With recommendations based on what you've read.
Book: Those Who Save Us
Finished: Early July
I picked this book up after reading this post by Elizabeth, and it has been one of the best books I've read in a long while. It takes a real and honest look at the relationship between a mother and daughter during WW11. Writing from the perspective of the German civilians, it's a book that makes you look at perspective. The character depth was rewarding--I felt and sympathized with both Anna and her daughter, Trudy.
Book: The Weird Sisters
Finished: Early August
This book took me a while to get into,and not just because of the unknown narrator and juvenile behavior of the characters. I found the unknown narrator irritating-at first I thought I might have missed who was doing the narrating and kept going back to see, but then I realized the book was supposed to be like that, that there was no one narrator. For the majority of the book, I didn't connect with the characters or find them interpreting. I thought their lives and problems were flat and simple, very one dimensional. It wasn't really worth the read--but once I was 100 pages in, I felt invested and hoped for a great ending. I wouldn't recommend it to a friend.
Book: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Finished: Early July
This book initially appealed to me because of my interest in cancer research, but once I finished it, I was recommending this book to anyone who would let me talk about it. It's the story of a woman, Henrietta Lacks, whose cancer cells were unknowingly taken from her during her treatments, and revolutionized cancer research. The medical advances and height of advancements made from Henrietta's cells is contrasted to the life of her family--poor and struggling to make ends meet, with no knowledge of the life of their mothers' cells. This story is so important and overwhelming, and on many levels, sad and depressing. There were parts of this book where I found myself holding my breath in horror, parts where I cried and sympathized with her family, and parts where I was in awe of the advancements made. It's worth the read.
The Hobbit
Finished: Late August
I've read this book before, in middle school, but with the movie coming out in December, I wanted to read it again. Some
books are almost impossible to review. If a book is bad, how easily
can we dwell on its flaws! But if the book is good, how do you give any
recommendation that is equal the book? The Hobbit lives up to all the talk about it-and more. From
a hole in the ground came one of my favorite characters of all time,
the very reluctant and unassuming hero of the story, Bilbo Baggins. As a
child, The Hobbit sparked my young imagination, causing
wonderful daydreams and horrible nightmares. As a teen, the book made me
want to become a writer of fantastical tales...or go shoeless, live in
the hole and smoke a pipe. I will continue to read The Hobbit again and again, for the road goes ever, ever on...
Thursday, August 30, 2012
today i choose
to embrace the changes that have come into my life.
to learn to set boundaries between work and home
to let go of the things I can't change
to not define myself in terms of the job I hold
things around here lately have been quiet, I know.
in life, it's been chaos.
so much adjusting, so much change.
I like to think I've gotten better at separating work and home.
I know I've learned to appreciate Sam on a whole new level.
regardless of my situation now or any to come,
I can choose to look at life with grateful eyes.
and see all that I have been given.
so that's where we are--learning to see this new job and life for a time
with eyes that see the grace in it.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Arm Party
a few weeks ago, I signed up for a fun arm party swap with much love illy and yellow heart art
today's the big reveal day where I get to show you the awesome bracelets my partner made me!
Jules is so talented at making bracelets--I'm in love with all THREE of mine she sent me!
I couldn't have made them, and they are the perfect colors and go so well together.
I hope she likes the bracelets I sent her--even though I copped out and didn't make hers.
today's the big reveal day where I get to show you the awesome bracelets my partner made me!
Jules is so talented at making bracelets--I'm in love with all THREE of mine she sent me!
I couldn't have made them, and they are the perfect colors and go so well together.
I hope she likes the bracelets I sent her--even though I copped out and didn't make hers.
aren't they awesome?!? she did a fabulous job.
NOW,
You should head over to the party and see all the talent that went into making those goodies.
and next time, join us.
It's always fun to get a surprise package in the mail!
Monday, August 20, 2012
one blessed life
the more days that go by,
the more I see how much grace has been spilled over into every crevice of my life. there's a lot I wish was different. I long for Houston, throw a pity party every now and again. I'm not back in school yet, and I've yet to vacation all the places my heart desires.but when I look at my life the only thing I see is grace.
we spent the weekend in Houston
and I was completely awed and blown away by our friends.12 of our closest friends met us for dinner Friday night. and I left feeling loved to the core. notes from all of my friends and the sweetest gift basket you've ever seen. those friends are living and loving community in the truest form.
these are friends I'll keep for a lifetime.
we stayed the weekend with my former boss turned great friend.
the words and love and encouragement and empowerment from him is life-giving.
it's a friendship that started in the unlikeliest of places, and it's one that brings a smile to my face every time I think of it.
reunited and it feels so good.
it was a whilwind of a weekend that slipped by way too fast.
one whose memories will scroll through my mind for weeks to come.
this last month has been a journey.
I have grown in ways I never thought possible.
I have been encouraged and survived on words of friends like I never knew before.
I have found strength in myself that I never knew existed.
and yes, things aren't perfect.
and most of the time I long for what was in Houston.
but when I look on my days
all I really see is one blessed life.
Friday, August 17, 2012
friday's letters
dear weekend,
I'm so glad you're here. I've been waiting for this weekend since we left Houston. a friend's wedding, seeing good friends, baseball, I'm ready for it all.
dear coffee,
i don't know what i'd do without you. let's stay friends forever.
I also found that you've rated our relationship #1. I feel the same.
dear Austin,
i'm over the heat. sweaty bangs are not working for me. let's move on to fall.
dear running,
i love you. i love my new running group. even if we DO meet at 5:30 am on Saturdays.
dear blogland,
I really do love you. the women here are so real and encouraging.
dear tea towels,
you are my newest obsession. cute and fun all while cleaning up? i'll take more of that.
or any of these.
by ohlittlerabbit on etsy; $8
by nellandmary on etsy; $19
by madderroot on etsy; $18
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
happiness is.
gold painted nails and toes
a 9pm run to the grocery store for ice cream.
a husband who willingly gives up the coveted best blanket
naps on the couch
rainstorms in the middle of august
a good book
dinner parties
hope of the weekend
a new menu planner
dreams of Christmas and hot chocolate
a 5th peanut butter and jelly sandwhich in 5 days
what's your happiness today?
Monday, August 13, 2012
longing for fall
while the summer air sits heavy on my chest
making it hard to breathe, hard to move
my heart is longing for fall.
living in Texas heat is our language.
hundred degree days lined up for miles
while northerners are breaking out cardigans
we're still scorched in the sun
maybe this summer I'm itching to get away
from the heat
to bring a new season
to bring new life
to bring fresh air
but these are the days we've been given.
you've been given some too.
are you wishing yours away? to something cooler,
something easier, something new?
I hope you'll join with me in enjoying the days.
even if they aren't the ones we long for.
these days are a gift we've been given.
Friday, August 10, 2012
bearing the weight
it's Friday morning and it seems like years ago that it was Monday.
5 short days that feel like a lifetime.
the weight of this season is heavy.
5 minutes into each day I'm ready to throw in the towel.
my heart is quiet in this season--when struggling to survive,
words seem like extra fancy gifts I don't have time to give.
this season began in a flurry. moving, changing, new.
it's now beginning to seem permanent.
it's hard and it's raw and it might not be over anytime soon.
and since the days will keep coming,
and this weight will still be here,
I've got to change how I'm bearing it.
because for now, it's draining me empty
leaving just the skeleton of the person I know I am.
i'm bearing it knowing it's a season
i'm bearing it knowing there's grace when I fail
i'm bearning it knowing it's for a reason
bearing it knowing there's a husband at home whose love is deeper than that day's struggles
bearing it knowing each day there's the promise of the quiet of the morning
bearing it knowing He's making me new
Monday, August 6, 2012
weekend snapshots
hello monday.
don't linger too long.
let's fly right on by and bring another weekend.
1. saturday afternoon nap light. getting up at 5 am for a 11 mile run guarantees a nap later.
2. dinner party cheeses and fancy drinks
3. grilling peaches. I'll eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner, please.
4. viola! final dinner product. looks almost as good as the magazine picture it came from.
5. spontaneous Sunday afternoon movie date.
6. I crafted a bit for myself and whipped up this headband sunday afternoon. It might be my favorite thing.
Thursday, August 2, 2012
bitterness in my heart
For as long as I can remember, I've thought that I've got it all together. I have a successful job, come home and cook dinner every night, run a small etsy shop, and find time to work out on the side. In reality, it's pride. It's me, showing off all I can do.
And then this new job. It's revealed a lot of my heart that's been there all along, I've just kept it hidden. I had "mastered" life to the point where I could shove those ugly skeletons in the closet for no one to see.
So now, when I'm not able to get satisfaction and happiness at work
when I'm not able to cook meals
when I'm not afforded time to relax at home
when I don't get the comfort that I want.
I begin to see that my heart has been angry, entitled, frustrated and jealous all along. I was just appeasing it with my self-righteous fulfillment. and in the midst of this, I'm finding I need a new heart. So I'm seeking the one who promises to remove my stony heart and replace it with a new one.
all I've been doing is pretending to know what I'm doing when I really don't. I need help from the only God who can change hearts. not self-help kind of help. santificaion I want to be a new person. and countless hours reading blogs, skimming pinterest, and endless tweeting don't solve the issue.
and so, this season hurts.
it's painful and uncomfortable
and it's showing me just how much I really worship control.
but this life is not for my happiness and control
it's for His glory
and for that, I want a new heart that holds no bitterness
And then this new job. It's revealed a lot of my heart that's been there all along, I've just kept it hidden. I had "mastered" life to the point where I could shove those ugly skeletons in the closet for no one to see.
So now, when I'm not able to get satisfaction and happiness at work
when I'm not able to cook meals
when I'm not afforded time to relax at home
when I don't get the comfort that I want.
I begin to see that my heart has been angry, entitled, frustrated and jealous all along. I was just appeasing it with my self-righteous fulfillment. and in the midst of this, I'm finding I need a new heart. So I'm seeking the one who promises to remove my stony heart and replace it with a new one.
all I've been doing is pretending to know what I'm doing when I really don't. I need help from the only God who can change hearts. not self-help kind of help. santificaion I want to be a new person. and countless hours reading blogs, skimming pinterest, and endless tweeting don't solve the issue.
and so, this season hurts.
it's painful and uncomfortable
and it's showing me just how much I really worship control.
but this life is not for my happiness and control
it's for His glory
and for that, I want a new heart that holds no bitterness
Friday, July 27, 2012
little things
good morning, friends. it's 7:36 am on Friday and I slept a whopping 12 hours last night. Yes, I did fall asleep at 730 on the couch. It was probably the best decision of my whole week.
If you've been reading, you've probably noticed that the transition to Austin and this new job has been rough. Well, rough may not even cover it. So, this week I'm linking up with Hello Hue and focusing on those little things.
If I've learned anything at this new job, it's to really cherish and hold on to those little things. I've got a new appreciation for time at home and my husband (who worked a hated job for nearly a year and a half).
If you've been reading, you've probably noticed that the transition to Austin and this new job has been rough. Well, rough may not even cover it. So, this week I'm linking up with Hello Hue and focusing on those little things.
If I've learned anything at this new job, it's to really cherish and hold on to those little things. I've got a new appreciation for time at home and my husband (who worked a hated job for nearly a year and a half).
so, without further ado here are my little things for the week:
mid week snow cone date was the perfect way to celebrate making it halfway though. I'm a "seasonal" person, and love summer favorites. Peaches, watermelon and snow cones are absolute musts for me in the summer.
after reading this post by Ellen, I woke up a few minutes early and caught a sunrise on Tuesday. It was the perfect refreshing quiet before starting another day.
since I work in a basement, it was an awesome surprise to get to go work in the greenhouse on the roof of our building for a few hours yesterday. Just seeing the sun brought new life into my day.
and finally, early this week I got some super happy mail from my friend moxiemandie. I'm loving my burlap bag--it rides the bus with me daily and holds my lunch, book, and all necessities for the day! definitely buy a bag from her--you won't regret it!
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
authenticity: Austin
there are days now that make living in Houston seem like a lifetime ago.
a life filled with smiling days, golden sun and breeze.
and although the time in Austin is short, if I'm really honest it's been hard.
hard to swallow, hard to keep down and blink back the water that's ever springing from my eyes.
it's not what was expected.
it's not as easy as it was.
my heart keeps longing for what was.
hanging to any feeble thread of life as it used to be.
work as it used to be.
and yet my body is here.
in this new, foreign place.
new people, new rules.
and it makes me wonder:
is this what we wanted? is this really what God gave?
is this really good?
and it is. my mind knows it is,
but my heart's still lingering on something else.
Friday, July 20, 2012
the boxes are gone
and we are officially moved in.
It's Friday and I'm just plain done in.
It seems like months ago we were packing up and leaving Houston, and it's only been a week.
Let's just say we've crammed enough in this past week and a half to last any normal schedule at least a month.
This Friday is especially sweet, it's the end of our first (although short) week at our new jobs,
and the start of our first weekend in our new home.
We're all settled and we worked seemingly around the clock (with LOTS of help from our wonderful families) and everything's in it's place.
While my heart still resides in Houston, this new place is looking and starting to feel a lot like home.
(Our awesome master bedroom--looking good thanks to my sister in law, Kara, and her rad skills)
I'm hoping to have some sort of normal schedule soon, and a little bit of regular life happening.
But until then, I'm going to dance because all the boxes are gone and I finally have my pots in my kitchen.
have a great weekend, friends.
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to celebrate the end of the boxes, I've left the coupon code MOVEIT up for 40% off in my shop!
It's Friday and I'm just plain done in.
It seems like months ago we were packing up and leaving Houston, and it's only been a week.
Let's just say we've crammed enough in this past week and a half to last any normal schedule at least a month.
This Friday is especially sweet, it's the end of our first (although short) week at our new jobs,
and the start of our first weekend in our new home.
We're all settled and we worked seemingly around the clock (with LOTS of help from our wonderful families) and everything's in it's place.
While my heart still resides in Houston, this new place is looking and starting to feel a lot like home.
I'm hoping to have some sort of normal schedule soon, and a little bit of regular life happening.
But until then, I'm going to dance because all the boxes are gone and I finally have my pots in my kitchen.
have a great weekend, friends.
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to celebrate the end of the boxes, I've left the coupon code MOVEIT up for 40% off in my shop!
Monday, July 9, 2012
Goodbyes are no fun
So much has happened in just a short amount of time.
Let's hit the big stuff:
1. Sam got a job with State Farm in Austin.
2. I didn't know if I could get a job in Austin in time to move with him. Plan for me was to stay here and work at my job until I found one.
3. Two weeks later, I've got a job at UT that starts the same day as Sam's job.
4. We've got a place to live.
5. and we're even sneaking in a little vacation between jobs
and this week is our last week here in Houston.
Goodbyes have started, and it seems that I will never quit crying.
we have been so unbelievably blessed by friends.
we're sad, happy, anxious and everything inbetween.
this week is a hard one.
but it's going to be filled with soaking up our place.
and eating a lot of frozen meals.
but come Friday, we'll be loading up our truck and headed to Austin.
Let's hit the big stuff:
1. Sam got a job with State Farm in Austin.
2. I didn't know if I could get a job in Austin in time to move with him. Plan for me was to stay here and work at my job until I found one.
3. Two weeks later, I've got a job at UT that starts the same day as Sam's job.
4. We've got a place to live.
5. and we're even sneaking in a little vacation between jobs
and this week is our last week here in Houston.
Goodbyes have started, and it seems that I will never quit crying.
we have been so unbelievably blessed by friends.
we're sad, happy, anxious and everything inbetween.
this week is a hard one.
but it's going to be filled with soaking up our place.
and eating a lot of frozen meals.
but come Friday, we'll be loading up our truck and headed to Austin.
Friday, June 29, 2012
big news
there are times in my life when God's movement seems so clear.
at every turn there is evidence of His hand moving--in ways I never thought possible.
This season is one of those for us.
He's moving.
Sam has landed his dream career; we're moving closer to our family.
and in the midst of all the crazy, and not knowing what city I will live in,
I have a job. I have a job. Only a handful of applications sent out, but after just a few days, I got an email to interview.
and then then interview two days later.
On the Friday we would (already) be in Austin for Sam's grandmom's funeral.
After being recognized by a professor after taking his class 3 1/2 years ago,
repeating a conversation with my boss as my very first answer to a question (PCR troubleshooting for you science geeks).
It became evident that all that was going on was a bit of divine intervention.
and Sam and I saw all that was moving around us, stunned and astounded by the God who cares enough to orchestrate it all.
As of July 19th, I am employed by none other than the University of Texas!
I'm thrilled to be able to work in their labs, and do a bit of switching from cancer to genetics.
________________
More news:
We have a place to live! Lots of phone calls, pictures, and some help from my amazing in laws--and we've got an apartment!
Apartment to apartment is much preferred to having to put all of our stuff in storage for a time!
________________
And EVEN MORE news:
With all the boxes, moving, patching, and painting going on in our current place, it's a bit of chaos.
My etsy shop will VERY soon go on vacation until we are settled in our new place, so THIS WEEKEND ONLY it will be open (Until Sunday)
I'll open again as soon as we're settled and unpacked--but it may be August before that happens, so if you've been eying something take this advantage to get it (and cheap!)
at every turn there is evidence of His hand moving--in ways I never thought possible.
This season is one of those for us.
He's moving.
Sam has landed his dream career; we're moving closer to our family.
and in the midst of all the crazy, and not knowing what city I will live in,
I have a job. I have a job. Only a handful of applications sent out, but after just a few days, I got an email to interview.
and then then interview two days later.
On the Friday we would (already) be in Austin for Sam's grandmom's funeral.
After being recognized by a professor after taking his class 3 1/2 years ago,
repeating a conversation with my boss as my very first answer to a question (PCR troubleshooting for you science geeks).
It became evident that all that was going on was a bit of divine intervention.
and Sam and I saw all that was moving around us, stunned and astounded by the God who cares enough to orchestrate it all.
As of July 19th, I am employed by none other than the University of Texas!
I'm thrilled to be able to work in their labs, and do a bit of switching from cancer to genetics.
________________
More news:
We have a place to live! Lots of phone calls, pictures, and some help from my amazing in laws--and we've got an apartment!
Apartment to apartment is much preferred to having to put all of our stuff in storage for a time!
________________
And EVEN MORE news:
With all the boxes, moving, patching, and painting going on in our current place, it's a bit of chaos.
My etsy shop will VERY soon go on vacation until we are settled in our new place, so THIS WEEKEND ONLY it will be open (Until Sunday)
Use the code MOVEIT for 40% off.
I'll open again as soon as we're settled and unpacked--but it may be August before that happens, so if you've been eying something take this advantage to get it (and cheap!)
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