Never What It Seems

I think it will be safe to say that 2011 will not go down in my journal as my favorite year. Both Jordan and I said goodby to some dear loved ones, we have struggled with infertility, and then of course the whole job thing. I can say however that through these trials my husband and I have grown closer then I ever imagined. We have turned to the Lord in times of trouble and in times of gratitude. We have learned  how important it is to trust in the Lords timing. He does after all see the whole picture.

I posted two weeks ago about how I had found a job and that it seemed to be a perfect fit for me. Well it turns out that it wasn't. The employer and I got along quite well in the initial interview but then it all went down hill shortly after that. So I found myself (at what I thought) was square one. I was again miserable and about to resign when I was actually let go a day before. I was believe it or not trilled to be sacked and only upset that I did not get to beat my employer to the punch. But then about 20 minutes after my happy dance the worry and stress set in and I began to panic.
Jordan and I then had a wonderful talk and he and I decided that was time for me to devote all my work and time to my cake business.

HALLELUIAH!!!! This is what I always wanted!!
Jordan assured me that he was my biggest fan, and so proud of all I had accomplished. I really needed to hear that. We are both nervous but ready for this change and I am so happy to be my own boss, cause you know what, I think I make a really nice boss ;)

And all of this couldn't be better timing because ...... drum roll please....... we are moving and I am beyond excited!!  My in-laws have wanted to purchase property in AZ for some time now. They wanted a second home that Jordan and I could rent from them. I had my eyes on an adorable townhouse that was in our ward boundaries, so my in-laws came to town this weekend and we went to take a look at it. My mother in-law and I fell in love with it in an instant! It is practically in perfect condition, with just a few minor things that need to be replaced. We spent the rest of the day at Lowes picking out new carpet, paint, and appliances. It was probably one of the happiest days knowing that we would be leaving this tiny apartment that we have long ago out grown and that I would have a bigger kitchen to make cakes. We will get the keys right before Christmas and once we do we will start installing everything. But because our lease on the apartment is not up till March, the earliest we can move in is February.
We are so grateful for this blessing! By renting from Jordan's parents it will cut our payment in half from what we are paying now. And with me not having a steady paycheck, that extra money will come in handy for sure.

So you see, it's all about timing! And the Lords timing is far better then I could ever plan. I am grateful for all that I have learned in this past year and the support that we have had from family and friends. I look forward to the coming year and all the exciting new things that will be coming our way.